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Close-up top-down view of finished Sleepy Girl Mocktail in clear glass tumbler with glistening ice, lime wheel garnish, and condensation, looking natural and home-prepared on marble surface.

Sleepy Girl Mocktail

The Sleepy Girl Mocktail is a simple, three-ingredient viral drink combining tart cherry juice, magnesium, and sparkling water, designed to naturally support better and more restful sleep.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes
Servings: 1 mocktail
Course: Beverage, Drinks, Health Drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2/3 cup about 5 oz pure tart cherry juice
  • 1 teaspoon magnesium powder magnesium glycinate recommended
  • 1/2 cup sparkling water or prebiotic soda
  • Ice
  • Optional: squeeze of fresh lime juice

Equipment

  • Glass
  • Spoon

Method
 

  1. Add the magnesium powder and tart cherry juice to a glass.
  2. Stir until the magnesium completely dissolves, which should take about 30 seconds.
  3. Fill the glass with ice.
  4. Top with sparkling water and give it a gentle stir to combine.
  5. Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice if you want extra brightness.

Notes

Timing: Drink 30-60 minutes before bedtime for best results.
Be Patient: Effects may take 3-4 nights of consistent use. This is a gentle sleep aid, not a knockout drink.
Quality Matters: Use 100% pure tart cherry juice (Montmorency preferred), not cherry cocktail with added sugars.
Magnesium Type: Magnesium glycinate is best absorbed and gentle on digestion. Avoid magnesium oxide. Use 200-300mg.
Adjust Flavor: Too tart? Start with 1/4 cup juice and increase gradually. Add lime or mint for extra taste.
Best Fresh: Make right before drinking. Prep ahead by storing juice in fridge and pre-measuring magnesium.
Consult Your Doctor: Especially important if you take medications (sleep aids, blood thinners), have kidney issues, or are pregnant/nursing.
Disclaimer: I'm sharing personal experience, not medical advice. Nutritional info is estimated and varies by ingredients used.
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