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Trope-ical Vacation Kit

Your perfect travel companion: an elixir, gifted book, tote, and hat.

We’re encouraging escapism. Choose the trope you can't get enough of—or the benefits your body is craving—and we'll curate an instant getaway just for you.

Each kit includes an elixir, tote, and hat, and comes with a surprise book generously gifted by the author herself. Whether you’re headed to the beach or a cozy reading nook, this is your ticket to a trope-ical vacation.

THE ELIXIRS (15 SACHETS)
The Elixir of Hydration is a tart pink lemonade made with essential electrolytes and minerals.

The Elixir of Serenity is a hint of dark cherry blend with calming adaptogens and amino acids. 

The Elixir of Inner Light is a hint of blood orange blend with invigorating vitamins and adaptogens. Full ingredient list below.

THE BOOKS
We’re keeping your selection a secret, but you get to choose the trope. Pick the one you keep coming back to, and you’ll receive a book from one of our author partners: Scarlett St. Clair, Ariel Sullivan, Emma Brodie, Kerri Maniscalco, Hazel Wilkes, LJ Claren, Kalie Cassidy, Madeline Taylor, Aria Ashbrook.

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Elixir of Hydration: Luscious as a lover's lips and tart as a royal betrayal, The Elixir of Hydration is a Pink Lemonade electrolyte blend that’ll revive even the most dramatic chosen one. Made with Himalayan pink salt, potassium, and magnesium for long-lasting hydration, it will have you feeling refreshed and regenerated from the very first sip.

Elixir of Inner Light: Radiant as first light on a castle wall, The Elixir of Inner Light will brighten the broodiest day and boost your sense of optimism over time. This blood orange blend stokes your flame with vitamins D and B12, reishi mushroom, and ginseng extract, with benefits that build over time.

Elixir of Serenity: Soft as starlight sigh and peaceful as a midnight sky, The Elixir of Serenity is a dark cherry blend that ushers in a sense of ease with calming adaptogens and amino acids. Made with functional ingredients that hush even the loudest thoughts—L-theanine, ashwagandha, and GABA— this blend soothes the nervous system and thins the veil without drowsiness.

The Cap is an unstructured cotton twill in Stone, with a curved visor and adjustable buckle closure. One size fits most.

The 21oz cotton tote is 14” x 10” x 5”. It’s perfect for carrying your essentials all summer long. Color is as pictured, not swappable between kits.

Elixir of Hydration:

Pink lemonade flavor: juicy, tart, and not too sweet sweetened (2g) with coconut sugar
Electrolytes: Sodium (250mg), Potassium (300mg), Magnesium (60mg), Chloride (650mg)
No artificial sweeteners
Mineral-based shimmer from food-grade mica
Vegan, non-GMO, Gluten-free, caffeine-free

Elixir of Inner Light:

Hint of blood orange flavor: subtle citrus, tang, and a hint of sweetness
0 grams of sugar, no artificial sweeteners
Vitamins D3 (20mcg), B12 (2mcg), Panax Ginseng (50mg), Reishi Mushroom (48mg)
Mineral-based shimmer from food-grade mica
Vegan, non-GMO, Gluten-free, caffeine-free

Elixir of Serenity:

Hint of dark cherry flavor with a subtle sweetness
0 grams of sugar, no artificial sweeteners
KSM-66® Ashwagandha (300mg), L-Theanine (170mg), GABA (110mg)
Mineral-based shimmer from food-grade mica
Vegan, non-GMO, Gluten-free, caffeine-free

Add to 8-16oz of water, sparkling beverages, or something stronger. Stir gently and see the shimmer. Enjoy the Elixirs of Hydration and Inner Light while the sun is high, and the Elixir of Serenity once the moon begins to rise.

Elixir of Hydration:

Key Ingredients: Sodium (250mg), Potassium (300mg), Magnesium (60mg), Chloride (650mg)

Other ingredients: Citric acid, mica-based pearlescent pigment, vegetable juice (color).

Elixir of Serenity:

Key Ingredients: KSM-66® Ashwagandha (300mg), L-Theanine (170mg), GABA (110mg), Butterfly Pea Flower Powder

Other Ingredients: Organic tapioca maltodextrin, organic spirulina extract (color), natural dark cherry flavor, citric acid, Reb A (organic stevia extract), mica-based pearlescent pigment.

Elixir of Inner Light:

Key Ingredients: Vitamins D3 (20mcg) and B12 (2mcg), Panax Ginseng (50mg), Reishi Mushroom (48mg)

Other ingredients: Organic tapioca maltodextrin, vegetable juice (for color), natural blood orange flavor, citric acid, Reb A (organic stevia extract), mica-based pearlescent pigment.

Curated for you

Choose by trope or elixir

Shimmering Elixir

Clean ingredients, functional benefits

Vacation Essentials

Hat and tote, ready to go

Gifted Book

Your favorite trope, gifted by our Trope-ical authors.

Exclusive Postcard

Written by the author, from one of their loved characters.

Scarlett
St. Clair

Ariel
Sullivan

LJ
Claren

Kerri
Maniscalco

Hazel S.
Wilkes

Emma
Brodie

Kalie
Cassidy

Madeline
Taylor

Aria
Ashbrook

What makes Velvet Hammer special

Mix with whatever you like

Water, sparkling beverages, something stronger. Your brew is up to you.

For readers, by readers

We live to get lost in a book and long to bring more fantasy to this realm.

Functional and fantastical

Perfect for curling up with a book or feeling like the main character. .

What makes Velvet Hammer speacial

Mix with whatever you like

Water, sparkling beverages, something stronger. Your brew is up to you.

For readers, by readers

We live to get lost in a book and long to bring more fantasy to this realm.

Functional and fantastical

Perfect for curling up with a book or feeling like the main character.

How our community blends

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Frequently asked questions

Each Trope-ical Vacation kit includes a custom canvas tote and twill cap, a box of 15 elixir sachets, a surprise gift-with-purchase book from one of our partnered authors, and a postcard penned from the perspective of one of their beloved characters.

Nope — that's the magic of it. The book is a gift with purchase from one of the authors we've partnered with for this campaign, hand-selected to match the kit's trope. You'll know the trope going in; which author and title you get stays a surprise until it arrives.

Each kit includes a written exclusive from your book's author — a piece penned from the perspective of one of their beloved characters, just for this campaign. It's inside a vellum envelope sealed with a wax seal sticker.

Merch ships as pictured with each kit and isn't swappable.

Because each kit includes a consumable elixir, we're not able to accept returns on the kit as a whole — but we always want you to love what you get. If something's not right (a damaged item, a book that's not your thing, anything else), reach out to us at hello@drinkvelvethammer.com and we'll work with you on a solution.

Yes — Trope-ical Vacation kits are a one-time purchase, available while supplies last. Because this is an exclusive limited drop, these bundles are excluded from our discounts and promotions.

The tote measures 14"W x 10"H x 5"D. The hat is adjustable, one-size-fits-most, unisex fit with a buckle closure.

The tote is made from sturdy 21oz canvas with embroidered front and back detail — spot clean as needed. The hat is 100% cotton chino twill with a curved visor and adjustable buckle closure; spot clean and air dry to keep its shape.

Reviews

5 stars: 217 (86%)
4 stars: 24 (9%)
3 stars: 6 (2%)
2 stars: 5 (2%)
1 star: 1 (0%)

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I love mixing these and swirling them almost as much as drinking them. I'd been looking for an alternate to drinking too much soda and I've also found i really enjoy romantasy books since trying my first few less than a year ago. I found my own mixing style for these and bought bottles just to mix them in. The flavors are light and pleasant. I usually mix 16 ounces of water for a packet on Elixir of Hydration and 18 ounces to two packets of Elixir of Serenity or Elixir of Inner Light or one of each of those. The swirls in it are perfect for letting my mind wander just enough to not distract away from a book and keep me from wandering off. Sometimes I just swirl, stare, and sip without anything else in mind.
I will be keeping my subscription up to date!

Feminine Rage

Absolutely loved my Trope-ical Vacation Kit! It’s definitely more of a stay-cation kit for me (it’s my knitting bag) but it’s absolutely perfect! I love everything they’re doing at VH-partnering with authors, fun (SUPER cute) merch- it’s really exciting!

Feminine Rage

Love this bag and so excited to read Heir of Illusion with my delicious drinks!!

15 Servings

My favorite of the elixirs, tastes delicious, looks lovely, and helps with my orthostatic symptoms. Highly recommend.

Slow Burn

This is the perfect summer book girlie moment! I also bought one for my bestie too because I loved it to much. I especially loved the customized postcard from one of my favorite characters from terror at the gates!

So far, I have tried all three with just water and like the Elixir of Light the best. The Elixir of Serenity is a bit bland, and the taste of the magnesium in the Elixir of Hydration is a bit strong. I'm looking forward to experimenting with blends.

15 Servings

Absolutely loved this product! It’s so beautiful & I love the taste of it.

15 Servings

This is the tastiest electrolyte supplement I have ever tried, and it helps with my needs for higher sodium.

I tried out the Elixir of Inner Light and it was pretty good! The taste was very light so if you want a stronger taste definitely use less liquid (o used 8 ounces of water). The color and shimmer was super pretty and definitely a beautiful aesthetic

I got the elixir of hydration, it’s perfect for warm summer days. Light, refreshing and beautiful in the sunlight! I can’t wait to bring them to ren faire!

30 Servings

I wasn't sure about the Serenity potion but gave it a go. I LOVE IT!! It tastes wonderful and the act of stirring your potion, watching the sparkling swirls is a part of the calming effect for me. I find that it dissolves quickly and easily in water. I originally tried it in Sprite and found that I needed to slowly stir and add it in very slowly to get it to dissolve. I think the carbonation inhibits the dissolving process some. I really do like the taste best in Sprite but also like it water. Pretty sure it would be amazing in anything. I drink Serenity at night and make a ritual of it. Focusing on the stirring and swirling and glittering gorgeousness. It helps to ground me in the now and allows my mind to relax, helping me get a better night's sleep. If you're on the fence, give it a try.

15 Servings

Im loving my new elixir from Velvet Hammer! Made "fairy wine" to go along with my latest fantasy read and it brought me such joy to drink this magical potion!

Amazing product! It’s had me hydrating more consistently and has add whimsy to my life! The colors and the sparkles are beautiful, it gives such an ethereal vibe!

30 Servings

This has become my favorite way to boost my hydration! It's beautiful, whimsical, and makes my heart happy 😊 It is delicious on its own with water, but lately, my potion of choice has been Peach Seltzer plus this elixir to transform it into a peach lemonade 🙌 so glad this company exists!

Alright, I waited two-ish weeks to write this review and it might be long. To preface, these are my personal opinions and my own experience. (For some context, I am a disabled veteran and have medical inconveniences that directly effect sleep and cognitive function.)

The package is beautiful. I love everything about the packaging. I am never throwing them away and will use them for little trinkets because I think they're great.

Regarding the product, I will start out with the Elixir of Hydration. I liked the taste, it is very visually appealing, but I don't believe I will be repurchasing because I do prefer other options here. However, I do appreciate I was able to mix the packets if I felt I need an extra boost for hydration. All in all, a solid 7/10. (This one was also my friend's personal favorite and she has taken them all.)

The Elixir of Inner Light, I liked the taste more then the Elixir of Hydration and I found it very pleasing to put this is a flute and drink it during the day. I would say I did feel as if the level I was functioning at was improved, even by a little. Can absolutely confirm that my mood was boosted over consistent use for a score of 9/10 there.

My favorite is the Elixir of Serenity, which I will be re-purchasing as soon as I'm able. While I didn't really notice anything during the first couple of days that I was taking this, I did feel as if I had slept better and that the time it took me to fall asleep was shorter than usual- which is absolutely phenomenal and very relieving. Taste wise, this Elixir is my favorite and I will be giving it a solid 10/10.

I do consider going for the Trilogy a worthwhile purchase as I appreciate having all the types to try out side by side and that I can mix them into each other. All in all, a very pleasant experience.

15 Servings

I love this drink so much it’s become my dailywake up drink I love it in pineapple coconut bai!

15 Servings

Delicious and rely helps me feel relaxed at the end of the day! The glitter makes it even better!

Very pretty, sweet but not too cloying. Very fun and perfect for a cozy night reading ACOTAR or TOG!

I loved the shimmer! I have been adding shimmer to my baking for a few months and love the idea of having it in a beverage. I added sparkling water and prosecco to mine for a Galentine’s gathering 💞

Loved the shimmer! We put this into a fancy wine glass and made evening mocktails

The way that I literally feel relaxed and lowkey kind of magical? And the color… are you KIDDING me?

Tasted great!! Not too strong and just a hint of flavor. Super smooth and easy to sip. I really appreciated that it didn’t have that harsh aftertaste some drinks can have. The balance was perfect: flavorful without being overpowering. And the sparkles were such a fun touch! It made the whole experience feel a little magical. This is definitely something I’d bring to a party or enjoy on a relaxed night in. Can’t wait to have it again!