Bedtime Mocktail Series: Kiwi Slumber Sipper

Looking for a simple way to wind down in the evening?

This delicious, refreshing kiwi and peppermint mocktail is perfect to add to your nighttime routine. Packed with calming ingredients like peppermint tea, kiwi, pineapple, and lemon, this soothing drink is designed to help you relax and prepare for a restful night’s sleep. Chilled peppermint tea, known for its calming and digestive benefits is the star of this mocktail, quickly followed by fresh kiwi fruit.

Kiwi is not just nutrient dense…it’s also surprisingly helpful for sleep. Studies have shown that eating kiwi fruit before bed may improve sleep quality, thanks to its high levels of serotonin and antioxidants. Peppermint and kiwi both pair perfectly with pineapple juice, which also adds a natural sweetness and tropical twist to this easy mocktail, while lemon brings a tangy, refreshing bite. With a dash of optional maple syrup, this recipe is a simple, soothing way to turn your evening into a mini self-care ritual. Cheers to that!

Photo courtesy of Natalie Battaglia.

Ingredients

1 kiwi fruit
1 teaspoon maple syrup or your sweetener of choice (optional)
3 oz (90 ml) chilled peppermint tea
1 oz (30 ml) lemon juice
1 oz (30 ml) pineapple juice
Optional garnishes: pineapple fronds and/or lemon slice

Method

Cut your kiwi in half. Slice one half into thin rounds and set aside for your garnish. Peel the other half (or you can leave the skin on if you wish!) then cut it into small cubes. Place the cubed kiwi fruit in your glass with your optional maple syrup (or sweetener of choice) and muddle until the kiwi pieces are small enough to fit through a straw.

Fill your glass with ice and place the kiwi slices inside. Add your peppermint tea, lemon juice, and pineapple juice.

Stir, then garnish with your choice of pineapple fronds, kiwi fruit, and or/lemon.

Photo courtesy of Natalie Battaglia.

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Natalie is the founder of the mocktail recipe blog The Mindful Mocktail. She creates sophisticated, nourishing non-alcoholic cocktails and encourages readers to explore a life with less alcohol. Referred to as a thought leader in the alcohol-free space, Natalie has a passion for making non-alcoholic drinks exciting and delicious.