It seems like every time we open Instagram, we see a new shiny adaptogen-infused product calling our name. But if you’re like us, you actually have no idea what the heck an adaptogen really is, so what’s the 411 on them? In short, adaptogens are herbal supplements that “adapt” to your body’s needs. They’ve been known to help boost your mood, de-stress and combat fatigue, and now, you can drink them in many fancy forms that can level-up your self-care routine in the new year. As of late, we’ve been spotting more and more adaptogen-infused drinks, and our editors have taken quite a liking to a few that have become a staple in their fridges—like the Oprah-loved Clevr Blends superfood lattes.
And now that it’s Dry January, it’s the perfect time to test out some new adaptogen drinks to hold you over until February 1st (or beyond) because boring water just isn’t going to cut it. These alcohol-free drinks still feel elevated like your favorite cocktail, but instead of a hangover, you’ll feel rejuvenated and rested the next morning. You might like them so much you might be tempted to say goodbye to booze forever! The ingredients in each vary but you can find beneficial ingredients like ashwagandha, lion’s mane, and L-theanine to name a few. There’s even a mix just for bedtime to help you catch some restful Zzzs.
Adaptogen drinks come in a variety of forms—from hot lattes to sparkling water so you can get your daily water intake. Pretty much whatever beverage you prefer, there’s an adaptogen version of it. Ahead, we’ve rounded up the best adaptogen drinks you’ll want to stock up on this January and always so you can feel your best whether you’re trying to mix up your hydration rotation or you want to drink less liquor.
As always, we recommend checking with your doctor before introducing any kind of new supplement to ensure it’ll work with your other medications and supplements.
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Hiyo
Image Credit: hiyo. Hiyo’s social tonics, which are made with natural adaptogens, nootropics, and botanicals like ashwagandha (stress-relieving herb), lion’s mane (can support brain’s performance), and l-theanine (can brighten mood), are the perfect alternative to alcohol. Delicious flavors like Watermelon Lime and Blackberry Lemon will give your favorite cocktail a run for its money.
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Recess Mood Drinks
Image Credit: Recess. Just as its name suggests, these sparkling water mocktails are the perfect way to get your chill on. The Mood line is made with mood-enhancing magnesium and adaptogens so you can sit back and relax. You can sip on dreamy flavors like Strawberry Rose, Peach Ginger, and Black Cherry.
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Clevr Blends Superlatte
Image Credit: Clevr Blends. Consider this my love letter to Clevr Blends’ lattes—they are Meghan Markle and Oprah-approved, after all. I personally have the coffee and matcha varieties in my fridge at all times—you simply mix a scoop of the mix into water (make it iced or hot), froth it up, and you’ve got a fancy barista latte at home for a fraction of the cost and with the added benefit of probiotics and other mood-boosting ingredients like Ashwagandha. The SuperCreamer even helps with the caffeine jitters by regulating caffeine release in your body. Genius! And right now, you can get it for 20 percent off with the promo code OPRAH.
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Heywell
Image Credit: Heywell. If you’re on the sparkling water train and never getting off, well, same. Heywell’s bubbly waters take your favorite hydrating beverage to the next level with organic caffeine, adaptogens, and antioxidants that can help boost energy, immunity, and focus. They’re low sugar and come in tasty flavors like Blackberry Ginger and Strawberry Lemon.
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Kin Euphorics
Image Credit: Kin Euphorics Add a celebrity-approved adaptogenic drink into the rotation. Founded by supermodel Bella Hadid and the brand’s CEO Jen Batchelor, Kin Euphorics will nourish your mind and body. The variety pack is filled with four different bundles of best-sellers (16 drinks in total), making it perfect for those curious about adaptogen drinks.
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Taika
Image Credit: Taika. Taika isn’t just your typical canned coffee. Their high-quality drinks are infused with adaptogens that help to leave the coffee-lover not so overly caffeinated. Best of all, there are a bunch of delicious flavors for every taste, from matcha latte to oat milk latte and classic black coffee flavor. Plus, Taika’s beverages are plant-based,contain zero added sugar, and are naturally low carb.
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Elements of Balance
Image Credit: Elements of Balance Keep each day balanced thanks to the feel-good drinks from Elements of Balanced. Its plant-powered adaptogens help you get through the day as well as provide a refreshing taste. Try out this variety pack that includes three cans for each function: energy, focus, calm, and sleep.
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Moment
Image Credit: Moment If you’re looking to drink your meditation, look no further than Moment’s adaptogens drinks. They ditch all of the unhealthy additives like caffeine, added sugar, and artificial flavoring. The brand is all about wellness, even for those who don’t drink their beverages. In fact, Moment donates 1 percent of all sales to mental health non-profits.
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Free Rain
Image Credit: Free Rain. Free Rain’s enhanced sparkling waters are targeted toward specific needs or concerns including energy (Siberian ginseng), libido (maca), focus (ashwagandha), and calm (passionflower). No matter which flavor you pick, there’s no caffeine and no added sugars. These adaptogen drinks feature sustainably sourced adaptogens and pack in a bit more flavor than standard sparkling water.
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