Sleepy Girl Cherry Drink (Printable Version)

A calming tart cherry and lemon beverage infused with honey and mint for relaxation.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - ¾ cup tart cherry juice, unsweetened
02 - ½ cup sparkling water or club soda
03 - 1 tablespoon pure magnesium supplement (liquid or powder, unflavored, optional)

→ Flavor & Garnish

04 - 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
05 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
06 - Ice cubes
07 - Fresh mint sprig (for garnish, optional)
08 - 1 lemon wheel (for garnish, optional)

# Steps:

01 - Fill a glass with ice cubes.
02 - Pour tart cherry juice and lemon juice over the ice.
03 - Add honey or maple syrup if desired, then stir well to combine.
04 - Add the magnesium supplement if using, stirring until fully dissolved.
05 - Pour sparkling water or club soda on top and gently stir.
06 - Place a fresh mint sprig and lemon wheel on the rim for garnish.
07 - Consume 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime for optimal relaxation.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like you're doing something genuinely good for yourself without any fuss or complicated steps.
  • The tartness wakes up your palate while the whole drink somehow makes you feel calm and cared for.
  • Five minutes from craving to sipping means no excuses to skip this ritual on tired nights.
02 -
  • Unsweetened cherry juice is non-negotiable—sweetened versions miss the whole point because the tart is what signals calm to your nervous system.
  • Pour the sparkling water last and stir gently, because aggressive stirring kills the bubbles and leaves you with flat, sad juice instead of a proper mocktail.
03 -
  • If you find yourself without fresh lemon, skip it rather than using bottled—the drink is better tart-and-simple than tart-and-chemical.
  • Serve this in a glass you genuinely love, because the vessel matters when you're creating a moment, not just consuming a beverage.
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