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product_id: 64591636
title: "GU Energy, Original Energy Gels, Birthday Cake - 8 Count"
brand: "gu energy"
price: "R767"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 12
category: "Gu Energy"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/64591636-gu-energy-original-energy-gels-birthday-cake-8-count
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 100 calories quick energy Vegan, Gluten & Caffeine Free 60mg Sodium + 40mg Potassium electrolytes GU Energy, Original Energy Gels, Birthday Cake - 8 Count

**Brand:** gu energy
**Price:** R767
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎉 Fuel your grind with Birthday Cake energy—because your best deserves a celebration!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** GU Energy, Original Energy Gels, Birthday Cake - 8 Count by gu energy
- **How much does it cost?** R767 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/64591636-gu-energy-original-energy-gels-birthday-cake-8-count)

## Best For

- gu energy enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted gu energy brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Electrolyte Power:** 60mg sodium and 40mg potassium keep hydration and muscle function on point.
- • **Inclusive & Clean:** Caffeine-free, vegan, and gluten-free formula for mindful athletes who demand purity.
- • **Steady Energy Boost:** 100 calories of clean carbs fuel your peak performance without the crash.
- • **Muscle & Mind Support:** Branched-chain amino acids reduce muscle damage and mental fatigue during endurance.
- • **Race-Ready Convenience:** Portable, easy-to-dispense packets designed for seamless mid-activity fueling.

## Overview

GU Energy Original Energy Gels deliver 100 calories of fast-absorbing carbs, essential electrolytes, and amino acids in a convenient, portable packet. The Birthday Cake flavor is caffeine-free, vegan, and gluten-free, designed to sustain endurance athletes with steady energy and hydration support during training or racing.

## Description

GU Energy Gel is your go-to source for clean, fast energy during activity. With a mix of simple and complex carbs, electrolytes, and amino acids, it helps you stay energized, focused, and ready for whatever comes next.

Review: Great, quick energy without stomach upset - I use GU Energy Gel for long bike rides and workouts, and it does exactly what it’s supposed to do—gives a quick, steady boost without making me feel jittery or nauseated. The texture goes down easily, and it’s convenient to carry and use mid-activity. I like that it provides carbs and electrolytes without feeling heavy. It really helps prevent that sudden energy crash. A solid choice for endurance exercise or anytime you need fast fuel. I ordered the Birthday Cake flavor and it is DELICIOUS! It gives me that little extra push I need on the return home from a bike ride!
Review: Good for energy and easy to dispense and consume while running and breathing heavily - I purchased 3 different products to help me with fuel during a half marathon. I'm reviewing all 3 and will copy this review to the other two. My first purchase was KrampKrusher energy gummies. The second product was GU energy gel. The third product was Wasatch Nectar Honey. They were all good products but for different reasons. I liked the KrampKrushers but they were hard to get out of the bag while running so I used those about 60 minutes prior to a training run. They were super salty and had a tart lemon flavor. The Wasatch Nectar was easy to dispense and tasted fantastic but made my saliva super thick. Unless you are near a water station or carrying your own fluids, I don't recommend this product during a run. I ended up using this product at the start of the run or race with a little bit of water. The GU was my favorite fuel during the race. Birthday cake flavor was a little more intense than I would have liked but, like the Honey, it was very easy to dispense and consume while also running and breathing heavily. It also did not thicken my saliva. I think all three products served their purpose but timing of use became an important factor for me. I'm glad I tried them ahead of time and found out the drawbacks of each before race day. If you do the same, you'll know what to expect and should have pretty good luck with the product.

## Features

- The Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel designed to help athletes perform their best; 100 calories and essential electrolytes in a portable packet
- Use for training or racing year-round! Take one packet every 20-30 minutes during activity and make sure to hydrate.
- Branched-chain amino acids to help decrease muscle damage and mental fatigue
- Birthday Cake is Caffeine Free, Vegan, and Gluten Free. Contains 60mg Sodium, 40mg Potassium.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B079X3126K |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #330 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #1 in Sports Nutrition Endurance & Energy Chews & Gels |
| Brand | GU Energy |
| Brand Name | GU Energy |
| Container Type | Packet |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 756 Reviews |
| Diet Type | Gluten Free, Vegan |
| Dosage Form | Liquid |
| Flavor | Birthday Cake |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00769493102850 |
| Item Dimensions | 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches |
| Item Form | Gel |
| Item Nype Name | Energy Gel with Electrolytes |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches |
| Manufacturer | GU Energy |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 124419 |
| Material Features | Caffeine Free, Gluten Free, Vegan |
| Model Name | Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel |
| Model Number | 124419 |
| Number of Items | 8 |
| Primary Supplement Type | Potassium |
| Product Benefits | Energy Management |
| Special Ingredients | Amino Acid, L-Leucine |
| Total Servings Per Container | 1 |
| UPC | 769493102850 |
| Unit Count | 8.8 Fluid Ounces |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** GU Energy
- **Diet Type:** Gluten Free, Vegan
- **Flavor:** Birthday Cake
- **Item Form:** Gel
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches
- **Primary Supplement Type:** Potassium
- **Product Benefits:** Energy Management
- **Special Ingredients:** Amino Acid, L-Leucine
- **Unit Count:** 8.8 Fluid Ounces

## Images

![GU Energy, Original Energy Gels, Birthday Cake - 8 Count - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61iMrWSXEYL.jpg)
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![GU Energy, Original Energy Gels, Birthday Cake - 8 Count - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Xpvse4h2L.jpg)
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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Flavor** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I’m picky,  what flavor is the best?**
A: I personally didn't Iike the flavor , it was wayyyy too sweet and the texture was somewhere between a gel and a syrup. I had the berry flavor.

**Q: When is the expiration date of all of them?**
A: The expiration on our Salted Caramel GU is April 2018

**Q: The picture only shows salted caramel. Is this an assorted box? And does it have 24 like the description says or just 8 as is listed in the title**
A: Don't know got peppermint

**Q: Are there 8 or 24?  My assumption is 8.  The product description is misleading.**
A: There are 8 in a box.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great, quick energy without stomach upset
*by K***A on January 5, 2026*

I use GU Energy Gel for long bike rides and workouts, and it does exactly what it’s supposed to do—gives a quick, steady boost without making me feel jittery or nauseated. The texture goes down easily, and it’s convenient to carry and use mid-activity. I like that it provides carbs and electrolytes without feeling heavy. It really helps prevent that sudden energy crash. A solid choice for endurance exercise or anytime you need fast fuel. I ordered the Birthday Cake flavor and it is DELICIOUS! It gives me that little extra push I need on the return home from a bike ride!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good for energy and easy to dispense and consume while running and breathing heavily
*by M***T on December 2, 2019*

I purchased 3 different products to help me with fuel during a half marathon. I'm reviewing all 3 and will copy this review to the other two. My first purchase was KrampKrusher energy gummies. The second product was GU energy gel. The third product was Wasatch Nectar Honey. They were all good products but for different reasons. I liked the KrampKrushers but they were hard to get out of the bag while running so I used those about 60 minutes prior to a training run. They were super salty and had a tart lemon flavor. The Wasatch Nectar was easy to dispense and tasted fantastic but made my saliva super thick. Unless you are near a water station or carrying your own fluids, I don't recommend this product during a run. I ended up using this product at the start of the run or race with a little bit of water. The GU was my favorite fuel during the race. Birthday cake flavor was a little more intense than I would have liked but, like the Honey, it was very easy to dispense and consume while also running and breathing heavily. It also did not thicken my saliva. I think all three products served their purpose but timing of use became an important factor for me. I'm glad I tried them ahead of time and found out the drawbacks of each before race day. If you do the same, you'll know what to expect and should have pretty good luck with the product.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great energy, good taste
*by N***O on August 1, 2026*

Use them for hockey and marathons for a quick jolt of energy that does not kill my stomach when doing hard workouts.

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-09-18*