Calm Drinks | The Outgoing Co

Calm drinks are functional beverages built around ingredients like L-theanine and adaptogens that are associated with a settled, easy feeling. Ours are made for occasions: dinners, dates and nights out where you want to feel present in the room without reaching for alcohol. Mix a stick, give it about 30 minutes, then go be good company.

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    Outty Social Boost

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    Outty Social Boost

    Outty is a mixable stick powder that pairs L-theanine with adaptogens and keeps caffeine low and natural. Stir it into water about 30 minutes before plans and walk in feeling settled instead of scattered.

    • L-theanine plus adaptogens in one stick
    • Low natural caffeine, no heavy buzz
    • 15 single-serve sticks per pack
    • From $59.99
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    B4 is a nootropic packet built for social performance with six natural ingredients. Keep a few in your jacket for the occasions that show up on short notice.

    • Six natural ingredients
    • Single packets that travel anywhere
    • Made for social settings
    • Pairs well with an alcohol-free night
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    Best calm drinks by use case

    Dinner parties

    Dinner parties

    Mix Outty while you get dressed. By the time introductions start, you are settled into the evening instead of warming up to it.

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    Outty | Social Boost | 15 Count

    First dates

    A calm drink about half an hour before you arrive helps the conversation feel like the point of the night, not the hurdle.

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    B4 v2 | Single Flavor

    Work events

    Networking runs on small talk. B4 packets slip into a pocket so you can prep on the way in, no shaker required.

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    Outty | Social Boost | 15 Count

    Alcohol-free nights out

    Skip the what are you drinking question entirely. Outty in sparkling water looks and sips like a cocktail without the next-day cost.

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    Calm Drinks comparison

    Occasion What to reach for
    Dinner party at your placeOutty in still water about 30 minutes before guests arrive
    First dateOne Outty stick, mixed before you leave the house
    Networking eventA B4 packet on the way in, water in hand once inside
    Wedding or big family eventOutty early, then alcohol-free spritzes through the night
    Late dinner reservationOutty at golden hour so the low caffeine stays early
    Casual game nightOutty for you, a couple of B4 packets on the table to share

    Choosing a calm drink starts with the occasion, not the ingredient list. For evenings built around conversation, look for L-theanine paired with adaptogens rather than heavy caffeine or alcohol substitutes. Check the format next: sticks like Outty mix into any glass, which makes them easier to bring to a party than a can you have to explain. Give any calm drink about 30 minutes of lead time so it lines up with the moment you actually care about. Read the label for caffeine content if your occasion runs late. A calm drink should end the night as quietly as it started it.

    Calm Drinks FAQ

    What are calm drinks?

    Calm drinks are alcohol-free functional beverages made with ingredients like L-theanine and adaptogens that are associated with a settled, easy feeling. People reach for them before social occasions or as an alternative to a cocktail.

    Do calm drinks contain caffeine?

    Some do. Outty contains a low amount of natural caffeine, listed on the label, which most people find gentle enough for evening plans. Always check the panel if you are sensitive.

    When should I drink Outty before an occasion?

    About 30 minutes before you want to feel your best. Mix one stick into water, still or sparkling, and time it against your arrival.

    Are calm drinks a replacement for alcohol?

    They are an alternative, not an imitation. You get a drink in your hand and a settled feeling without alcohol, which is why they are popular with sober-curious guests.

    Can I mix Outty with sparkling water or a mocktail?

    Yes. Outty is a powder, so it works in still water, sparkling water or as the base of an alcohol-free cocktail.

    What do L-theanine and adaptogens do?

    L-theanine is an amino acid found naturally in tea leaves and is associated with calm alertness. Adaptogens are herbs and mushrooms traditionally used to support how the body handles occasional everyday stress. Neither is a treatment for any condition.