Homemade Sports Drink, Julie's on demand version

This is a variation of a recipe from the June 2011 print edition of Yoga Journal which doesn't require chilling drink prior to consuming. 

1 cup hot water 

2 tablespoons lemon juice 

Pinch of salt 

1 teaspoon honey, maple syrup or agave nectar 

1 cup cold or room temperature water 

In a heat safe container which can hold just over 2 cups, combine hot water, lemon juice, salt, honey, maple syrup or agave nectar. Let sit for 90 seconds. Gradually stir in cold water. Serve.