Recess
3.9 • 479 Reviews
Recess produces sparkling water and powder mixes infused with hemp extract and adaptogens aimed to calm your mind and boost your mood.
3.9
Recess earns mixed reviews: the brand delivers refreshing, subtly flavored sparkling waters and mocktails with standout packaging, and many reviewers report mild calm or better sleep—especially from Mood flavors like Strawberry Rose and Blood Orange—but just as many feel no noticeable effects beyond a pleasant seltzer. Recess is praised for unique flavors (Blackberry Chai, Peach Ginger, Coconut Lime) and balanced carbonation, yet criticized for weak or inconsistent flavor intensity, occasional hempy/medicinal aftertaste, and effects that seldom match the wellness claims.
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6mo ago
I bought the rasberry lemon to try to enjoy as a little mocktail while I spend my Sunday meal prepping. Not sure if it was the drink but I felt sleeepy...probably a better drink to have before bed but who knows. As far as flavor goes I would say it is very faint, I didn't love it, but didn't hate it either. Let's just say I would try another flavor next time.
6mo ago
I’ve bought the Recess magnesium drink several times, and it really does have a calming effect. It’s become a little treat for myself when I stop by the bodega, something relaxing and enjoyable that feels like a small pause in the day. It’s not an everyday drink for me, but when I want something that helps me unwind, it’s the one I reach for.
4mo ago
I love this drink! It’s bright, refreshing, and incredibly delicious. It’s just the right balance of tart and smooth. It’s part of my Sunday ritual that helps me reset and recharge for the week ahead. There’s something so comforting about it; it instantly certainly helps melt away the “Sunday scaries.” This drink feels like a small but meaningful treat I genuinely look forward to.
4mo ago
I tried these because I wanted something bubbly at night that wasn’t a soda with caffeine. The flavors taste more like a light soda than a plain seltzer, which I liked, but they’re not overly sweet. I didn’t get a dramatic “calm” feeling, more just a subtle shift where I didn’t reach for coffee again. I would drink these when I want a treat or evening drink alternative, but probably not every night because of the price. Good option if you’re trying to replace soda or alcohol.
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Recess produces sparkling water and powder mixes infused with hemp extract and adaptogens aimed to calm your mind and boost your mood.
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