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If you struggle with...
- Rapid thoughts as soon as your head hits the pillow
- Waking up throughout the night
- Restless legs that keep you up
- Or getting a full 8 hours of sleep but still feeling tired in the morning
Then this easy-to-make electrolyte sleep tonic is for you. Let's make it!
What You’ll Need
- 1 teaspoon of the Cortisol Evening Tea (swap the Cortisol Sleep Tea for an ashwagandha-free version)
- ¼ cup hot water (our favorite electric tea kettle)
- A small pinch of salt (We love this salt)
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- Coconut water (to fill the glass)
- Ice
Need something to brew your tea in? Check out all our brewing essentials here.
How to Make It
- Add 1 teaspoon of tea to a cup
- Pour in ¼ cup of hot water
- Let it steep for at least 5 minutes
- Let the tea cool slightly (1–2 minutes is fine)
- Fill a tall glass with ice
- Pour the brewed tea over the ice
- Add a small pinch of salt and stir
- Add 1 teaspoon of maple syrup and stir again
- Fill the rest of the glass with coconut water
- Give it one final stir and enjoy
Want to see exactly how this comes together? Here’s a quick step-by-step video:
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When to Drink It
Drink this in the evening, after dinner, or a few hours before bed as part of your normal wind-down routine.
Simple Adjustments
- Skip the ice if you prefer it room temperature
- Use less maple syrup if you want it less sweet
- Add a squeeze of lemon if you like a brighter taste
FYI, a fun glass and a reusable straw make this even better
About the Cortisol Evening Tea
This recipe uses our Cortisol Evening Tea, which is a blend of nervine and adaptogenic herbs that nourish and calm your nervous system, support a healthy stress response, lower high cortisol levels, and ease tension in the body.
If you prefer to avoid ashwagandha, you can swap it for our Cortisol Sleep Tea instead. Both are delicious in this recipe.
Why Electrolytes at Night?
Electrolytes aren’t just for workouts.
Throughout the day, your body uses minerals like sodium and potassium, especially during periods of stress. These minerals play a role in how your nervous system functions, including your ability to relax.
Adding a small amount of electrolytes in the evening can help replenish what’s been used during the day and support a smoother transition into rest.
Final Note
If you try it and love it, we would love to hear from you. Either send us an email at info@looseleafmarket.com or tag us on your social posts @looseleafteamarket. Happy tea making and sweet dreams (fingers crossed).
Need more sleep support? Check out our shopping blog for better sleep to learn all the tips and tricks.
Disclaimer: The information on this website is has been compiled from published sources and is provided only as a guide. While every effort has been taken to ensure that information published on this site is correct and up to date, this is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any illness. Also, although all of our teas are generally regarded as safe, please consult your doctor before trying any herbal remedies, especially if currently using medication, pregnant or breastfeeding.