Recess reviews and discussion

3.9

71% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Stylish matte-can branding
  • Refreshing, lightly sweet flavors
  • Notably calming for some
  • Versatile alcohol alternative
  • Inconsistent flavor intensity
  • Occasional hempy aftertaste
  • Subtle, unreliable functional effects
  • Sometimes low, gentle carbonation

Recess earns mixed reviews: the brand’s calming drinks and powders sometimes work—several users report a noticeable chill, better sleep, or a subtle clarity—yet many feel no effect. Reviewers praise Recess for crisp, lightly sweet flavors like Blood Orange, Peach Ginger, Black Cherry, Blackberry Chai, and Strawberry Rose, stylish matte cans, and a satisfying alcohol alternative, but cite inconsistent flavor strength, occasional hempy/chemical aftertaste, and underwhelming CBD/adaptogen impact.

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481 reviews and posts

  • Could be a nice replacement for alcohol but I really didn’t feel the effects. I’ll give it another shot though. I liked how the flavors weren’t overly sweet.

  • Love this brand, and the delicious nourishing drinks they provide. Packaging is so cute, flavours are so fun, and it feels good to drink!

    Invested in Recess
  • Nothing exceptional. I've had this product a few times after work-outs and I'm pretty indifferent to it.

    Received a free product from Recess
  • These totally pack a punch. You definitely feel the cbd! I like the taste, and obviously the packaging is adorable!

  • Look - there isn’t much I can say about this that isn’t too straightforward. I have loved every flavor I have tried. I love the light calm I get from drinking this. My biggest issue is price. It just isn’t accessible and the price point sits higher than better products with a more impactful calmness. I will always drink it if it is free but I really don’t find the price to be attractive enough to purchase direct and it’s REALLY highway robbery in the “wellness grocery” marts.

  • Recess delivers on all of its promises but at a higher price point than I’d usually go for when seeking a casual beverage. The flavor is comparable to other major seltzer brands and I found the cbd dosage to be mildly effective and comfortable. That being said, I don’t think I’d go out of my way to have Recess around the house or in the fridge unless I found it on sale.

  • Recess CBD drink is a real game-changer in the world of wellness beverages. Each sip brings a perfect balance of flavor and relaxation, thanks to its carefully crafted blend of natural ingredients and high-quality CBD. It's not just a drink; it's an experience that helps me unwind and find a moment of calm in my busy day. The taste is refreshing and unique, making it a delightful treat. What I appreciate most is the subtle yet effective way it eases stress without any overwhelming aftereffects. Recess has quickly become a staple in my routine for those times when I need to reset and recharge.

  • I've had these on a subscription for over 18 months. I get the sampler pack every two weeks for a variety of flavors. I've recommended them to friends and family. I typically have one a day and they help me sleep better at night.

  • The drinks are fine, but I didn’t feel any of the benefits they claim :( maybe I would need to drink more to get them?

  • The strawberry rose flavor is delicious! Not as noticeable of an effect as other brands, but still a delicious drink

  • The blood orange is to die for. I instantly feel relaxed after a few sips.

  • Definitely works for calming and relaxing purposes but personally did not like the taste.

  • Fun beverage! I don't necessarily always feel what's being marketed on the drink but they do taste good.

  • Love the packaging, unfortunately all the flavors taste a little bitter to me. And make me feel weird/anxious after drinking. Pretty harmless though.

  • I'm pretty much a sucker for anything with aesthetically pleasing packaging. Unfortunately, I don't feel like Recess delivered much in the flavor category. I found it to be on the bitter and astringent side taste-wise. As for the calming effecting, I didn't really feel much on that front either. I am a fan of adaptogens and wellness-forward beverages in general but find that since it's become a trendy thing alot of the products that come on the market that claim to contain these beneficial ingredients have far too low an amount to really make an impact.

  • I really love the recessed mood beverages and they are some of the only non-alcoholic mood enhancer’s. I will recommend to people wanting some liquid chill! Whether or not, it’s the placebo effect I do feel that I am noticeably calmer after drinking one of these, and will often bring one to my therapy appointments 😅

  • The packaging is gorg and flavors are fun and taste good, but I don’t feel any different after drinking them. For me they are just a more expensive seltzer, but worth trying for yourself.

  • I like the flavor and the packaging (can) feels luxe. Not sure I actually notice the low level of CBD but it certainly doesn’t hurt.