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

  • These taste good, but I didn't really notice any effect. They're also pretty expensive for what it is.

  • Taste is okay! Definitely enjoyed drinking it but not sure I felt the cbd benefits of this one.

  • Wanted to love this, but I think it's more of a gimmick than solution -- I didn't feel a difference in mood after drinking this (I drank it every day for 2 weeks).

  • Yummy drink but no noticeable calmness or difference in mood in the times I've drank these

  • Had this at the Expo - super clean design and look. Product quality is absolutely incredible,

  • I had my first Recess while visiting NYC the other day. I tried the blueberry chai flavor and the taste was 5/5. I had it late in the afternoon so I’m not sure if that had any effect on the purpose of the drink. Afterwards I did feel calm but I was tired. In the past I’ve found it most beneficial to have these drinks in the morning so I would 100% repurchase one to see if the effects are different.

  • Love the branding! Not sure I felt much though. Maybe slightly more relaxed?

  • Absolutely loved the blood orange option. It was a super satisfying flavor, but also didn't feel overly indulgent or sweet (like I didn't feel bad about drinking it). I can't wait to try the other flavors

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    Where else can i get these?! I only find them at a local health food cafe called Rooted Juicery.

  • Love these! So many great flavors. Feels like a treat to unwind in the evening.

  • I love the packaging/branding, but I haven't had a flavor that I've liked yet. They have all been underwhelming and nothing I'd reach for again.

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    Flavor development could use some work to push the product from being just a well-designed can.

  • I do find these a fun treat in the middle of the day, but the pricepoint is a bit high.

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    The flavor- there is a bitt of an aftertaste but thats to be expected from the cbd

  • I like design and style of the this brand but the drink is not tasty at all

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    I like the design and style of this brand but the drink is not tasty at all

  • For me, Recess gives me flow. I drink it when I'm feeling overwhelmed and want to focus without having my thoughts racing by. It clears my mind and let's me do what I wanted to do with my day. Great for getting work done.

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    Personally I love the level of effect this product gives. Just the right amount of calm for just a few hours.

  • I am not the biggest fan of their taste, but the hemp extract and health benefits really speak to me. Also, the branding is beautiful and I am sure they will improve their taste over time. Overall a very refreshing product!

  • I liked it! I thought the packaging and taste was fantastic. The pale, muted colors seem so soothing.

  • I thought it had a bitter and unenjoyable taste. That being said, I love the branding and aesthetic and am also all for the calming properties of this drink.

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    they need to work on the taste!!

  • Tasty, amazing packaging, arguably effective. Looks and feels great, however I am not sure I feel much of an effect. What relaxation I feel is likely placebo, but hard to say.

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    Higher potency