Tart Cherry Sleepytime Mocktail
The Tart Cherry Sleepytime Mocktail is a naturally soothing, non-alcoholic bedtime drink combining tart cherry juice, warm water, honey, lemon juice, and optional chamomile tea. Packed with melatonin and antioxidants, it supports restful sleep and relaxation with a delicious balance of tart and sweet flavors, making it an ideal evening ritual.
- Author: Barbara
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Main Ingredients
- 3/4 cup Tart Cherry Juice (unsweetened recommended)
- 1 cup Warm Water (comfortably hot, not boiling)
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- Juice of 1/2 Fresh Lemon
- 1 Chamomile Tea Bag (optional)
- Prepare the Base: Warm about 1 cup of water until it’s comfortably hot but not boiling, to preserve the honey’s benefits.
- Mix the Liquid Ingredients: In a mug, pour 3/4 cup of tart cherry juice and the freshly squeezed juice of half a lemon. Stir in 1 tablespoon of honey until fully dissolved.
- Add Optional Chamomile: If using chamomile tea, steep a tea bag in the warm water for 3 to 5 minutes, then remove the bag and pour this infused water into the cherry mixture, blending all flavors beautifully.
- Stir and Serve: Give the mocktail a good stir to combine all the flavors evenly. Serve warm for a soothing nighttime experience.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice and high-quality tart cherry juice to maximize flavor and benefits.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if preferred, but avoid over-sweetening to maintain sleep benefits.
- Always serve the mocktail warm to promote relaxation and winding down.
- Opt for unsweetened tart cherry juice to control sugar intake.
- Pre-measure ingredients before bedtime for a quick, hassle-free preparation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tart cherry, sleep aid, mocktail, non-alcoholic, bedtime drink, honey, chamomile, natural sleep support, antioxidant beverage