Kin Euphorics Lightwave Non-Alcoholic Functional Beverage | Calm the Mind & Mellow the Mood | Adaptogens, Nootropics, Reishi Mushroom & L-Theanine | Lavender-Vanilla, Smoked Sea Salt & Passionflower | 8 Fl Oz (8pk)

So the reviews on these are pretty mixed and I almost didn’t try them but I’m honestly so glad I did.First thing the flavor - kinda like root beer and ginger beer, this is similar but not spot on. I paired it with some extra ginger and it was amazing. If you like herbal flavors like Jäegermeister you might like this but on that note it is kinda sweet, licorice if you will.Second the price - yes per can these are expensive so certainly not something I’ll be drinking everyday. However I was looking at making my own version of a healthy “mocktail” and honestly this is cheaper and less of a headache than buying all the ingredients and making my own.The packaging - its so heckin cute I love the cans. Like a lot. The expiration date is on the rather flimsy box so don’t throw that away without noting it.Effects - this is subjective I think to the person, I’m really sensitive to most things and I noticed an immediate effect. Really calming and relaxing and I just had one. I’ll report back if I notice any hangover effects but It’s been a few hours and I feel ready to go to bed early which is super rare for me.I was super excited to try the Kin concentrate things but having to use those within a week I just couldn’t justify them at all. These are cute and I can have them once in a while on my self care days and not feel too bad about the price and like really enjoy them. Did I mention that? These are sooo enjoyable to sip on I’m in looove I hope they make these forever. I immediately bought another pack after seeing the Kin website is sold out and I’m looking forward to them, honestly I really didn’t think I’d say this at $5 a freaking can but 5 stars, I likeAlso I like the small can size since I’m drinking them as a Mocktail and a larger size would be too muchUpdate: the Luna flavor is great too, a little bitter but same thing as the LightWave I just add a little ginger syrup if I want it a little sweeter. However I quite enjoy both flavors plain and plan on keeping them in stock

These show as 25 calories per can on Amazon but are actually 45 calories per can. That's nearly double the calories!And they don't accept returns.

I’ll admit I wasn’t sure about the taste at first. It tasted almost medicine-y at first, I’m guessing because the ingredients that make this a “health” drink were not masked with a ton of flavoring/sugars. It wasn’t bad, just different. After a few cans though, the flavor started to grow on me. I don’t know if it’s just a caffeine working, but I did start to feel improvement in my mood while drinking this. I like knowing I’m drinking something with actually healthy ingredients. Price is steep but seems to be worth it.

Not a fan of the taste and aftertaste at all. Did feel some mild calming effects, but not enough of a game changer to reorder based on the taste. Have tried several others that are much more enjoyable to drink.

The concept is interesting…but the taste is neither Prosecco-like nor it is like cucumbers… resembles a little whole foods pickle cambucha.I liked it, my partner didn’t. Definitely a hit and miss type.

Great substitute for wine!

I love the taste, as soon as I take that sip, I am like, WOW! I LOVE THIS. Not sure what it is or, if it is just me, but it does make me feel, calm and happy. Love the taste, and the calming mood effect.

It's basically herbal tea that is canned and marketed as an alcohol substitute. It tastes like crap so it really isnt a ritual one can look forward to. But tasting bad isn't a deterent necessarily for me. If it works, as in makes me feel good, then I'm on board. Would it be a good alcohol substitute for me? I started by chugging one naturally. Lol. I then cracked a 2nd and drank it over 20 minutes. I waited 45 minutes and drank another. I hadn't been feeling much to that point. I bought an 8 pack. I did 4 of these on back to back nights and feel like the effects, or lack there of, didn't warrant the shiddie taste and expensive price tag. I wouldn't buy again but if it was offered to me in a drinking situation, I'm sure I'd probably drink it.