Sleepy Girl Tart Cherry Drink (Print Version)

A tart cherry and magnesium blend topped with sparkling water for a calming evening drink.

# What You Need:

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01 - 4 fl oz unsweetened 100% tart cherry juice
02 - 1/4 cup unflavored sparkling water
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:

01 - Fill a glass with ice cubes to chill the beverage.
02 - Pour tart cherry juice and lemon juice into the glass if using.
03 - Add magnesium powder to the liquid and stir or whisk vigorously until fully dissolved.
04 - Gently add sparkling water and stir lightly to combine without losing effervescence.
05 - Finish with a lemon wheel or fresh mint sprig if desired.
06 - Consume 30 to 60 minutes prior to sleep for optimal calming effect.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Takes three minutes but feels like self-care, the kind that actually works.
  • Tastes tart and refreshing, not medicinal or chalky despite the magnesium.
  • Perfect for nights when you need something to signal your body that it's time to wind down.
02 -
  • Not all magnesium powders are created equal—avoid magnesium oxide because it won't dissolve and tastes bitter. Look for magnesium glycinate or threonate on the label instead.
  • Timing is real: drink this 30 to 60 minutes before bed, not right before sleep, or you'll still be getting up for water.
03 -
  • Whisk the magnesium powder in a small amount of juice first, then add the rest—this prevents clumping better than stirring it all in at once.
  • If you're using a berry-flavored magnesium, reduce the lemon juice slightly so the flavors don't compete.
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