The day is winding down, lights are dim, and you’re holding a glass filled with deep ruby cherry goodness. It’s lightly sparkling, gently sweet, and designed not just to taste good but to help you slow down. This viral mocktail isn’t just a drink, it’s a bedtime ritual in a glass.
🌿 Ingredients
- ½ cup tart cherry juice (100% pure)
- 1 teaspoon magnesium powder
- 3 oz sparkling water or prebiotic soda
- Ice cubes
👉 These three simple ingredients are the heart of the recipe and are often praised for their potential to support relaxation and sleep routines.
👩🍳 How to Make
- Fill a shaker or glass with ice.
- Pour in the tart cherry juice and magnesium powder.
- Shake (or stir) for about 10–15 seconds until chilled.
- Pour into your favorite glass.
- Top with sparkling soda for a gentle fizz.
- Sip slowly about an hour before bedtime and unwind.
💡 Why It’s Special
- Tart cherry juice naturally contains melatonin, linked to sleep cycles.
- Magnesium helps relax muscles and calm the body.
- Sparkling soda adds a refreshing twist and makes it feel like a treat, not a remedy.
| Ingredient | Quantity | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Tart cherry juice | ½ cup | Natural sleep-supporting base |
| Magnesium powder | 1 tsp | Relaxation support |
| Sparkling soda | 3 oz | Adds fizz and lightness |
| Ice | As needed | Chill factor |
| Ingredient | Quantity | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Tart cherry juice | ½ cup | Natural sleep-supporting base |
| Magnesium powder | 1 tsp | Relaxation support |
| Sparkling soda | 3 oz | Adds fizz and lightness |
| Ice | As needed | Chill factor |
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 64 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 16 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 28 mg |
| Potassium | 203 mg |
| Calcium | 14 mg |
| Iron | 1 mg |
🌟 Tips to Make It Your Own
- Add a squeeze of lime for brightness
- Use flavored sparkling water for a twist
- Reduce magnesium if the taste feels slightly chalky
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