This sleepy girl mocktail recipe combines tart cherry juice, a scoop of magnesium powder, and sparkling water over ice for a refreshing, functional bedtime drink that’s become a genuine viral phenomenon. This easy tart cherry mocktail recipe takes just 5 minutes to put together and has driven a real spike in tart cherry juice sales as more people look for simple, natural additions to their evening wind-down routine.
Recipe at a Glance
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Category: Drink
Why You’ll Love This Sleepy Girl Mocktail
- This sleepy girl mocktail recipe takes just 5 minutes with no special equipment required.
- Tart cherry juice is a natural source of melatonin, which is part of why this drink went viral in the first place.
- A genuinely refreshing, low-effort addition to a nightly wind-down routine.
- Easy to customize with different magnesium supplements or sparkling water flavors.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1/2 cup tart cherry juice
- 1 scoop magnesium powder, optional
- 1/2 cup sparkling water or prebiotic soda
- Ice
How to Make Sleepy Girl Mocktail
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Pour in the tart cherry juice.
- Stir in the magnesium powder, if using.
- Top with sparkling water or prebiotic soda.
- Stir gently and serve.
Tips for the Best Sleepy Girl Mocktail
- Use 100% tart cherry juice for this sleepy girl mocktail recipe, not a cherry-flavored juice cocktail, for the most authentic flavor and benefit.
- Stir the magnesium powder into the tart cherry juice first, before adding the sparkling water, so it dissolves more evenly.
- Adjust the ratio of juice to sparkling water to taste — some prefer it stronger, others lighter.
- Drink about 30 to 60 minutes before bed as part of a wind-down routine, if that’s your goal.
Variations to Try
- Add a splash of magnesium-fortified sparkling water instead of powder for a simpler version.
- Garnish with fresh cherries or a lime wedge for a nicer presentation.
- Use a prebiotic soda for extra gut-health benefits alongside the tart cherry juice.
How to Store It
Best made fresh and enjoyed immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does tart cherry juice do?
Tart cherry juice naturally contains melatonin and antioxidants, which is why it’s commonly used in drinks associated with sleep support, though individual effects vary.
Can I make this drink without magnesium powder?
Yes, the magnesium is optional — many versions of this mocktail are simply tart cherry juice and sparkling water.
Why is it called a mocktail?
It’s styled and served like a cocktail, in a glass with ice and a mixer, but contains no alcohol, making it a non-alcoholic bedtime drink.
Sleepy Girl Mocktail
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Step 1: Fill a glass with ice.
- Step 2: Pour in the tart cherry juice.
- Step 3: Stir in magnesium powder, if using.
- Tip: Stir into the juice first, before adding sparkling water, so it dissolves evenly.
- Step 4: Top with sparkling water or prebiotic soda.
- Step 5: Stir gently and serve.
Notes
Is this drink caffeine-free?
Yes, tart cherry juice, magnesium powder, and sparkling water are all naturally caffeine-free, making it appropriate for an evening routine.