There are some summer days that feel almost cinematic, with the warm sun overhead, cold water splashing at your feet, and friends gathered together with nothing to do but enjoy the moment.

Earlier this year, we joined a group by the river in Minnesota for a day of tubing, kayaking, floating, and soaking in the beauty of a calm afternoon. Amid the music, the sunscreen, and the steady rotation of people hopping on kayaks and tubes, a few of them tried Heti for their very first time.

These weren’t influencers.
They weren’t paid.
They were just real people giving us their real reactions.

Trying Heti for the First Time

As the Heti cans chilled in the cooler, alongside a few other classic drinks, some people decided they wanted to try something new.

Lisa cracked open a can and took her first sip of Heti.

“It’s really subtle. It feels like I’m drinking lightly flavored water. It’s light, refreshing, and feels really healthy. This would be perfect for just this exact kind of thing… it’s hot, we’re outside, you don’t want to have another beer, you don’t want another glass of wine… this hits the spot.”

After seeing Lisa’s reaction, Nick decided to try one too. He took a sip and smiled.

“Yeah, it’s good. It’s surprising.”

As he read the flavors listed on the can, he added:

“Both blueberry and rosehip. I don’t know what rosehip is, but I can tell you it’s good.”

Calm That Fits Beautiful Moments

What made this riverside afternoon special wasn’t just the day off of work, it was how effortlessly Heti blended into the experience. A beverage meant to enhance connection, not distract from it.

Watching people try Heti reminded us exactly why we created this drink: to help people unwind in a way that feels natural, grounded, and good.

Watch the Full Testimonials

Hear Nick and Lisa describe their experience in their own words:

→ Nick’s Testimonial Video
→ Lisa’s Testimonial Video

Have a Heti story of your own?

We’d love to hear it. Whether it’s during a weekend adventure, a backyard dinner, or a slow evening at home, you can share your experience for a chance to be featured in one of our community stories.