Water vs (almond) milk as a base for recovery drinks

Have you searched for any research into the difference in absorption rates? My guess would be that they aren’t significant (guess based on no science - I haven’t done any research) and that commercial drinks will overstate the benefits of their products to drive sales.

I reckon as long as you are getting 4:1 then the base doesn’t matter as much (especially if the better taste means you are more likely to drink it)