MALIC ACID POWDER

Malic acid - Perfect for adding to your pre-workouts

Malic acid powder from RawSeries.

No additives. A minimalist formula ideal if you’re looking for a single ingredient: 100% pure malic acid. Total freedom to customize your pre-workout mixes or sports preparations.

What is malic acid and why you see it in so many pre-workouts

A naturally present acid in fruits

Malic acid is a compound that occurs naturally in fruits and vegetables, and it’s one of the reasons for that characteristic sour taste (typical in green apples, for example).

For athletes: a simple ingredient for your pre-workout prep

This ingredient is ideal if you want to complement your sports nutrition before workouts with a custom mix. Its versatility lets you add it to shakes, drinks or peri-workout preparations as long as the typical malic acid flavor doesn’t interfere with the flavor of your drink.

Why choose it in RawSeries format

One ingredient, zero additives

HSN’s pure malic acid has no flavors, colorants or any additives: just malic acid. It’s perfect if you want to add malic acid to your pre-workout drinks in a comfortable, practical way.

Vegan friendly

It’s an option compatible with vegan diets, keeping the RAW focus of a single ingredient.

Is malic acid for you?

If you’re after a pure ingredient for your pre-workout preparations

Malic acid is a simple, functional option for your shakes or drinks.

If you prioritize simple formulas

If you’re into “less is more,” this basic RAW can sit in your pantry to use in your own formulas when you need it.

Usage tips to use it in your recipes

Respect the recommended dose

Malic acid is intensely acidic and as a dietary supplement, it has an established daily dose, so we recommend sticking to that amount and not using malic acid “by eye.”

Quick ideas where malic acid fits

An extra tip if you’re sensitive to the acid flavor

If you add it to a pre-workout already prepared, stir well and let it rest for a moment. This helps the flavor blend better and avoids “acidity spikes.”

Practical examples: how to use malic acid at home

Homemade pre-workout

Malic acid is perfect for those who prefer custom pre-workout preparations, using the dietary supplements you’re specifically looking for. Add it to your formula.

1.  Prepare your base: mix water, your usual source of caffeine, amino acids, carbohydrates and/or electrolytes (if you use them).
2.  Add the malic acid and chill

Recommended combinations

•  Glucose powder – To create mixes to your taste very easily.
•  BCAA’s Instantáneo 2:1:1 2.0 – Perfect to prepare your most complete homemade intra-workout.
•  HSN Flavors – if you prep the mixes RAW, don’t forget to give them a unique flavor.

Questions about malic acid

What does it taste like?

It’s intensely acidic. It doesn’t have a sweet flavor: the acidity is malic acid’s own.

Does it have sweeteners or flavors?

No. It’s a single-ingredient product, with no flavors or sweeteners.

Can I mix it with other dietary supplements?

Yes, there are no contraindications with any specific product. It’s common to combine it with caffeine, amino acids and other typical pre-workout compounds.

Is it suitable for vegans?

Yes, it’s suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

How do I store it?

References

•  Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA). (2006). dl-Malic acid (FAO JECFA Monographs 3, Additive 269). Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
•  Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA). (1965). Malic, dl- acid (FAO Nutrition Meetings Report Series 40abc; JECFA Monographs). InChem.
•  International Journal of Toxicology. (2001). Final report on the safety assessment of malic acid and sodium malate. International Journal of Toxicology, 20(Suppl 1), 47–55.