Ingredients
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup tart cherry juice (100% pure, unsweetened)
- As directed magnesium powder or supplement (magnesium glycinate or citrate)
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup sparkling water (plain or lightly flavored)
- Optional: a few ice cubes
- Optional: 1/4 tsp lavender syrup, lemon balm extract, or vanilla extract
Instructions
- Pour tart cherry juice into a tall glass as your base.
- Add magnesium powder or open supplement capsule and stir well to dissolve.
- Top with sparkling water slowly to preserve fizz.
- Add ice if desired and stir gently.
- Include any optional calming add-ins like lavender syrup or lemon balm extract.
- Sip 30–60 minutes before bedtime as part of your nightly wind-down routine.
Notes
This Sleepy Girl Mocktail can be enjoyed nightly and works best when paired with calming habits like dim lighting, journaling, or gentle stretches. Reduce juice or add herbal tea if watching sugar. Not recommended as a replacement for prescribed sleep treatments. Consult your doctor before use if pregnant, nursing, or on medication.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Wellness
- Diet: Vegan