Ingredients

• 12 oz plain carbonated water (cold)
• 1/2 tsp lion’s mane powder
• 1/8 tsp instant espresso (optional, “micro-spark”)
• 1 tsp maple syrup (optional, to round bitterness)
• Pinch salt (optional, increases clarity)
• Dusting Ceylon cinnamon (optional)
• 1/4 tsp cocoa powder (optional, adds depth)

Method

1. Make a concentrate. In a small glass, dissolve lion’s mane (and espresso, if using) with 1–2 tbsp warm water. Stir until smooth.
2. Balance. Stir in maple syrup and a pinch of salt (if using). Add cinnamon/cocoa last.
3. Charge. Pour the concentrate into a tall glass, then slowly add 12 oz cold carbonated water. Stir gently once—don’t kill the bubbles.
4. Deploy. Sip over 10–20 minutes. This is a signal, not a chug.

Tuning

• Sharper focus: add the espresso + keep maple at 1 tsp.
• Night-safe: skip espresso; keep cinnamon + cocoa.
• Ultra-clean: carbonated water + lion’s mane only (no sweet, no extras).

Note: If you feel edgy, reduce espresso next time (or remove it entirely) and pair with a few bites of protein or beans.