Kin Euphorics reviews and discussion

3.6

58% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Striking, elevated packaging design
  • Complex, herbal flavor profiles
  • Relaxing, mood-lifting experiences reported
  • Versatile for sober social rituals
  • Harsh, bitter taste complaints
  • Inconsistent functional effects
  • Overly aggressive carbonation
  • Short post-open bottle freshness

Kin Euphorics wins praise in reviews for stylish packaging and complex, herbal flavors like Kin Spritz, Lightwave, Bloom, and Actual Sunshine, but the brand divides on efficacy: some feel relaxed, uplifted, or subtly “buzzed,” while many report no noticeable effects. Reviewers highlight sophisticated, bitter-leaning taste profiles and enjoyable sober-social rituals as strengths, while recurrent complaints include harsh or acquired flavors (especially Spritz/Lightwave), inconsistent effects, and issues like overpowering carbonation or short post-open shelf life for bottles.

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227 reviews and posts

  • These drinks are great! They taste delicious and they make you feel good!

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    I wish it was a little cheaper

  • The NA market is taking so many cues from the alcohol market to bring intrigue and allure into a category that has typically been boring and bland. Kin is no exception here. The marketing and packaging is great, which is important because arguably they're selling you a vibe, or a feeling more than they're selling you a functional beverage. I've tried High Rhode, Kin Bloom, Lightwave and Dream Light. High Rhode is hibiscus and notes of currant. I found it held up well when mixed with a cinnamon simple syrup and soda. Kin Bloom is pure Strawberry Kiwi. Gonna be honest and say that it took me back to a Capri Sun flavor, but I mean that in the best way. Light Wave was alright. I'm not sure I unlocked Inner Peace, but I wanted to? So I guess it worked there. Dream Light is like a nice spiced chai concentrate and therefore I think it's best enjoyed treating it like that. Obviously pairs nicely with milk or milk alternatives. A great night cap.

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    I'd love more recipes. Either from the brand or curated from the community. How should I serve it for maximum enjoyment? If I really want to Summon Calm or Activate my Optimism should I drink from the can? Of course that's an option, but it's more experience than it is drink. So what style of cocktail glass or cocktail should I do? Who in the community is really running with the product.

  • The Kin Spritz from Kin Euphorics is one of my favorite 0.0ABV beverages. The taste is earthy and a bit sweet and puts me in a state of bliss.

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    Not sweet at all and definitely is an acquired taste.

  • I can't say I felt anything but I think the brand is cool and the idea is innovative.

  • In Short: The flavors are disappointing and didn't feel any difference from the adaptogenics. I was excited to try these but unfortunately was very disappointed, I would return them if I could! Not only are the flavors poor, but after trying all three of the cans, not one provided any "peace", "social energy", or "joy" as stated... even after drinking multiple. Additionally, I found it upsetting that Kin does not offer any sort of satisfaction guarantee for their products, trying food/beverages online can be tricky and after ordering their variety pack I am sad to say that I would rather return them all.

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    Offering returns/satisfaction guarantees.

  • I really enjoyed the Kin canned drink, Lightwave. With the lightwave flavor, I thought this was a splendid, calming beverage where I truly can feel the calming effect after drinking. It can be a little milky on the tongue at first, but the herbal and floral notes come through after. This has a very calming effect on the stomach and for me, helped to digest food, calm nerves or just supplement a coffee if I wanted something else in the afternoon. I did not enjoy the other flavor of the canned product near as much. I have not tried the made-to-mix beverages by themselves or with alcohol.

  • I am a sucker for packaging and Kin's whole aesthetic is A+. That being said, I drink alcohol regularly and wouldn't say that this can replace alcohol by any means - I would look to Ghia or Seedlip for that. I got a few packs of the Spritz at a discount and like to pop one open and pour over ice before I head out with friends (it says it has caffeine in it so I guess it does give me a bit of a buzz..?) I wouldn't pay full price for the spritzes but maybe would get the full size High Rhode just to mix with seltzer when I don't want to drink during the weekend...all the purported effects/benefits are BS in my opinion.

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    Needs to be cheaper.

  • The night one was relaxing, just doesn’t taste good and can’t move beyond that. I never felt stimulated, but the daytime was tastes better. I tried the night time one with milk as suggested, yuck! One of my bottles came broken, and the customer service was excellent.

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    Sell a smaller volume tester set. It only stays good for a week once opened in the fridge, and you could never drink that much that quickly.

  • I actually really enjoyed this. The taste took a little getting used to because it was earthier than I expected but I really did feel like my mood perked up after drinking! Would buy again

  • I enjoyed Kin Lightwave, and I do feel like it was effective. Would like to see these in a larger format.

  • I've had the original Kin mixed with oj. The bottle is aesthetically pleasing although it is impossible to keep from making a mess while pouring and storing. I'm not sure that it has any effects other than caffeine but it's interesting to try anyway. Definitely did not feel like alcohol.

  • Kin is the perfect bev for, both, socializing and winding down. I keep a few in my fridge at a time in case I need a little pick me up throughout my day. The beautiful packaging and light flavors keep me going back to buy more. My favorite flavor is kin bloom!

  • Beautiful branding, but didn't notice any change in how I felt when I drank this on a night out with friends.

  • Flavour is good but I don’t feel any effects. Packaging is also great

  • I tried two of the flavors at an event

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    I hated the way these tasted and they’re not cheap by any means to be something nonalcoholic. Might as well invested in some club soda and lemon juice.

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    The yellow sleep bottle tastes like a delicious sleepy time chai. My only qualm is that it's a large bottle, has to go in the fridge once opened, and doesn't last long. It did help me sleep!

    Received a free product from Kin Euphorics
  • Love! Admittedly the branding suckered me in, but these were actually really great to bring to a get-together and enjoy while everyone else was drinking alcohol.

  • I've tried one beverage from Kin (the pink & green "Bloom" flavor,) and had a fairly good experience. The flavor is rather light, but it's refreshing and vaguely botanical in a nice way. Not too sweet, and does seem to give a subtle mood lift. I like this drink as an alcohol substitute, but it's not necessarily amazing enough for me to crave in periods when I am drinking alcohol.

  • Loved the flavors of these drinks and the price was good for adaptogenic drinks. I struggled to feel any benefits advertised from this drink though. Still a nice tasting drink to have around my drinking friends!

  • I tried the Bloom, a lovely refreshing drink that’s a good alternative.