Sleepy Girl Soothing Drink (Printable Version)

A soothing tart cherry and magnesium blend with sparkling water for a calming nighttime drink.

# What You'll Need:

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01 - 4 fl oz 100% tart cherry juice, unsweetened
02 - 1/4 cup sparkling water, unflavored
03 - 1 tablespoon magnesium powder supplement, unflavored or berry flavor, cold-water soluble
04 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
05 - Ice cubes

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06 - Lemon wheel or fresh mint sprig (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Fill a glass with ice cubes.
02 - Pour in the tart cherry juice and fresh lemon juice if using.
03 - Add magnesium powder and stir or whisk until completely dissolved.
04 - Top with sparkling water and stir gently to blend flavors.
05 - Finish with a lemon wheel or mint sprig if desired.
06 - Sip 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime for best calming effects.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It actually tastes delicious—tart and refreshing, not like you're drinking a supplement.
  • Takes three minutes to make, which means you can prepare it even when exhaustion is setting in.
  • The magnesium and cherry juice combo is scientifically backed for better sleep quality.
  • Naturally vegan and gluten-free, so it works for almost any dietary preference.
02 -
  • The magnesium absolutely must dissolve completely or you'll end up with a gritty mouthfeel that's impossible to ignore—use a whisk if your spoon isn't cutting it.
  • Not all magnesium powders are created equal; magnesium oxide won't dissolve properly in cold liquid and your body won't absorb it as well anyway.
  • This drink works best when you actually drink it 30 to 60 minutes before bed, not right as your head hits the pillow—your body needs time to process it.
03 -
  • Invest in a small whisk if you don't have one—it dissolves the magnesium powder in half the time of a spoon and makes the whole process feel less tedious.
  • Make a big batch of cherry juice in a pitcher and keep it in the fridge so you can mix individual drinks without thinking—removes the friction from the ritual.
  • Taste it plain before adding the full magnesium dose to understand the flavor profile, so you know exactly what you're working with.
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