Sleepy Girl Cherry Drink (Printable Version)

A calming blend of tart cherry juice, sparkling water, and subtle flavors for a soothing evening drink.

# Ingredient List:

→ Base

01 - 3/4 cup tart cherry juice, unsweetened
02 - 1/2 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
06 - Ice cubes
07 - Fresh mint sprig, optional for garnish
08 - 1 lemon wheel, optional for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Fill a 10 to 12 oz glass with ice cubes.
02 - Pour tart cherry juice and freshly squeezed lemon juice over the ice.
03 - Add honey or maple syrup if desired, then stir thoroughly to combine.
04 - Add magnesium supplement if using and stir until completely dissolved.
05 - Pour sparkling water or club soda over the mixture and stir gently.
06 - Garnish with fresh mint sprig and lemon wheel as preferred.
07 - Enjoy 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime for optimal relaxation effect.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It actually tastes good, not like medicine masquerading as a bedtime drink.
  • Takes five minutes to make, which means you'll actually prepare it instead of skipping it on tired nights.
  • The ritual of sipping something intentional before bed feels like self-care without the overthinking.
02 -
  • The timing matters more than you'd think. Drinking this 30 to 60 minutes before you actually get into bed gives your body time to absorb and settle rather than gulping it down at the last second.
  • If the magnesium tastes off or gritty, the supplement itself might have flavorings or quality issues. Switch brands if something feels wrong.
03 -
  • If you can't find unsweetened tart cherry juice, look in health food stores or order it online. The regular stuff from the juice aisle usually has added sugar that throws off the balance.
  • Make a batch of cherry juice and lemon juice mixed together in a small jar so you can grab it in seconds on nights when you need something quick before bed.
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