Why my credit card wouldn't work for Liquid I.V. Popsicle flavors and how I finally got them to Germany

Why I spent weeks hunting for Liquid I.V. Popsicle flavors

I recently fell down a rabbit hole on social media looking at the new Liquid I.V. Sugar-Free Popsicle brand flavors. If you grew up with those classic Firecracker, Grape, and Cherry treats, you know exactly why the hype is real. In 2026, finding a sugar-free electrolyte that actually tastes like a childhood summer is a massive win for my fitness routine here in Germany.

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The problem is that these specific flavors are a US-only release. I checked every local supplement shop and even the specialty importers in Berlin, but nobody had them. These us trends move fast, and often, the coolest collaborations stay locked behind US borders. I knew I had to find a way to get them shipped to my door without waiting for a European release that might never happen.

The struggle of getting US-exclusive hydration to Germany

My first thought was to just head to a major US retailer's website and enter my German address. I quickly realized that most US stores selling the Popsicle collab don't offer direct international shipping. To get around this, I needed a package forwarding service that could provide me with a US home base.

I signed up for comGateway because they give you a tax-free US address in Oregon. This is a huge deal because it means I didn't have to pay US sales tax on my Liquid I.V. order before it even left the States. However, even with a tax-free us address, I hit a wall that I didn't expect.

Why my German credit card was a major roadblock

I tried to check out at a few big-name US retailers like Sephora and Apple for other gear, and eventually a major US grocery site for the Liquid I.V. packs. Every single time, my order was cancelled within minutes. I realized that many US stores have a strict policy: if the credit card used for payment isn't issued by a US bank, or if the billing address doesn't match the shipping address perfectly, they flag it as high-risk and kill the transaction.

This is the "hidden barrier" that most people don't talk about. Even if you have a freight forwarder ready to go, the store might simply refuse to take your money. It’s incredibly frustrating when you’re just trying to buy a few bags of electrolyte powder.

How I used BuyForMe to stop order cancellations

After my third failed attempt, I decided to try the comGateway "BuyForMe" service. This was the turning point for my order. The concept is simple: instead of me trying to force my German credit card through a US payment gateway, I told comGateway exactly what I wanted. They used their own US domestic credit cards to purchase the Liquid I.V. Popsicle flavors on my behalf.

We found that this is the safest way to guarantee an order doesn't get cancelled. Since the store sees a US card and a US shipping address, the transaction goes through without any red flags. If you are dealing with stores that block international cards or decline orders sent to forwarders, this service is a lifesaver. It took the stress out of the process, and I finally got that "Order Confirmed" email I had been chasing.

Handling shipping and German customs for my haul

Once the items arrived at my warehouse suite, I had to think about getting them to Germany. Since these are food supplements, I made sure to double-check the shipping rules to ensure I wasn't ordering anything on the restricted list. Luckily, powdered electrolytes are generally fine for personal use in Germany, but it's always smart to check the prohibited items list just in case.

For the actual transit, I looked at the international shipping rates to see which carrier would be fastest. I've found that shipping to Germany usually involves paying the 19% Einfuhrumsatzsteuer (import VAT), and sometimes a small handling fee from the courier. By using a parcel forwarding service, I could consolidate multiple orders into one box, which saved me a lot on the total international shipping cost.

Checking the math before you ship

Before I committed to the final shipment, I used the shipping calculator on the site. I highly recommend doing this so you aren't surprised by the fees. You just plug in the weight and dimensions of your package to estimate shipping cost to your specific city in Germany.

My Liquid I.V. Popsicle flavors arrived in Berlin about 6 days after they left the US warehouse. The taste is exactly what I hoped for—the Cherry and Firecracker flavors are incredible and keep me hydrated during my 2026 marathon training. If you're struggling to get your hands on these because of payment issues, definitely give the BuyForMe route a try. It’s the only way I managed to beat the store blocks.