Recess reviews and discussion

3.9

71% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Elegant, minimalist packaging aesthetic
  • Light, refreshing flavor profiles
  • Notably calming, subtle effect
  • Versatile nonalcoholic cocktail alternative
  • Inconsistent functional effects
  • Faint, sometimes medicinal flavors
  • Occasional bitter aftertaste
  • Soft, low carbonation mouthfeel

Recess earns mixed reviews: the brand delivers light, refreshing flavors, sleek packaging, and for many a subtle calming effect, yet it polarizes on taste intensity and the consistency of functional benefits. Reviews praise Strawberry Rose, Blood Orange, Peach Ginger, Blackberry Chai, and coconut lime, but cite faint or medicinal flavors, occasional aftertaste, low carbonation, and uneven “mood” effects—leaving some to view it as elevated seltzer rather than a reliably functional drink.

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480 reviews and posts

  • I have had a monthly subscription to the original Recess sparkling water variety pack (cans wo clouds) for over a year, and have tried the mood variety packs as well (cans with the clouds). Every flavor is delicious. The original variety pack relaxed me more than the mood version, so I stick with that one. Personal favorite flavor is black cherry from the original, and Strawberry Rose from the mood line.

  • I really love Recess!!!! These mocktails are super tasty and very trendy. They really taste great, and I’ve loved all the flavors so far. I hope they keep expanding their beverage line. Yay!!

  • I would buy Recess in bulk if I could afford it!!! The Strawberry Rose Mood is insanely good. Flavor is off the charts and def makes you feel good. Others are good too! I use as a mixer too during cocktail hour or alone when taking a break from alcohol. I'm all about products with magnesium and l-theanine. Natural mental health improvers! I buy at Target for best pricing hands down. Interesting to note, originally Recess was a CBD product and has since seemingly changed ingredients!

  • I've only tried the grapefruit tangerine. It was delicious and I went out for more the next day. Highly recommend.

  • It’s taste like sparkling water really doesn’t have a flavor.

  • My favorite flavor was the raspberry lime, I purchased the packets and they didn't seem to do much but I enjoy both the hemp and magnesium drinks this brand offers.

  • I have amazing love for this brand. Unmet branding and design. Great but very light flavors. Slight effect.

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  • Love recess - especially the blood orange!

  • i am a fan of this brand, this is the only one that has made me feel calm, honestly the flavor is perfect any one you choose, its super good.

  • I initially had some doubts about this brand, because it seems like so many health-focused drinks these days either don't do what they promise and/or taste bad. But Recess does what it promises and tastes good! I'm naturally a very anxious person, and there are lots of situations where I don't want to drink or where I want something to help me calm down. Recess works in both of these situations - I love to drink them as an alcohol alternative and when I'm feeling especially high-strung, because they chill me out in a way where I feel more mental clarity and physical calm. I've tried all of the flavors and think they're all great - but my favorites are Black Cherry, Peach Ginger, and Blackberry Chai. Recess is a great way to incorporate CBD into my daily routine and give me a treat to look forward to every day!

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    While I understand that this product is a luxury product made with high-quality ingredients, the price point is definitely higher than I would like it to be. I might reach for a Recess more often if they were more affordable.

  • I've been a fan of Recess' original hemp product line for years now. Some of their flavors are a bit out there and took some time to get used to but I've come to enjoy the taste/effect a lot. Good balance, not too sweet. I wasn't as much of a fan of their "mood" magnesium products for whatever reason. I recently tried their new Zero Proof Mocktails and loved them! Excellent, bold flavors. My favorites were the Watermelon Mojito and Grapefruit Paloma but I'd recommend them all. Can't say I noticed any of the adaptogenic effects but still tasty and make a great alc alternative.

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  • love these drinks! fun flavors and just the right amount of cbd to feel relaxed

  • A nice mid day pick me up without the jitters

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    The matte texture on the exterior of can isn’t as comfortable as you’d expect. The colors of the can are so calming, and tonal I often find myself thrown off by the texture of the cam itself.

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  • This hemp infused sparkling water is a great alternative to a cocktail at the end of the night. It definitely keeps you calm, but the bubbles are a bit bigger than I typically like in my sparkling water. The flavors are very mild, it taste more hempy than the flavor itself.

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    Would love to have a stronger taste of the flavor profile!

  • I had the blood orange. Tasted really good but made me feel funky. Perhaps it's because I had it on an empty stomach but it left me feeling buzzy after (not buzzed, just weird). I felt very lux drinking it though.

  • I love Recess and it is one of my favorite sparkling waters. The marketing and design of the product is spot on, which with sparkling waters I feel is honestly half the appeal. The taste itself is great and it’s super crisp.

  • Honestly I really love this product, not only is the can aesthetically pleasing with a great texture I especially love it when out on the town with friends, instead of looking like the friend that "doesn't drink" I can still enjoy something tasty and refreshing. Most people think I am just drinking an alcoholic beverage so it's great when you aren't trying to answer peoples questions about not drinking!!