Beer after a workout? Brewers take a cue from Gatorade and add electrolytes into lower alcohol brews Morgan Hines and Mike Snider, USA TODAY After a sweaty workout, what do you grab to quench your thirst and replenish your body? How about a beer? Many of us reach for Gatorade or water, but brewers want you to consider their libations, too. In fact, a growing number of beer makers are taking a cue from sports drinks and are adding electrolytes into their brews. These beers are usually lower in alcohol, so whether or not you drink them after a workout, you won't feel sluggish. And many other fitness-centric beers are using unique ingredients you might not expect to quaff in an ale or lager.