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Welcome to The Mindful Mixer! Bringing handcrafted, alcohol-free mocktails to workshops, events, and celebrations.

Focused on wellness, fresh ingredients, and mindful sipping. At The Mindful Mixer, we craft delicious, alcohol-free mocktails that nourish your body and elevate your experience. Founded by Cristi Kaido, a wellness coach and personal trainer, our mission is to bring people together through mindful sipping—whether at events, workshops, or celebrations. Each drink is thoughtfully made with fresh, wholesome ingredients, proving that wellness and indulgence can go hand in hand.

02/16/2026

Found this elementary school photo from the 90's and I cannot stop laughing.

Gum in my mouth for picture day.
DIY bangs cut right before the photo because I decided I didn’t want them anymore. Zero regrets apparently.

In second grade we were asked to share what we wanted to be when we grew up, and I wrote that I wanted to be a firefighter. I think even then I knew I wanted to help people in some way.

That desire just grew into something different over time.

Now it looks like helping people slow down, take care of their bodies, and be more mindful through nutrition, wellness, and The Mindful Mixer workshops.

Still helping people… just fewer helmets and more herbs (and slightly better hair 😂)

02/15/2026

One year ago today I hosted my first mocktail workshop… as a personal trainer at a gym with just an idea and A WHOLE LOT of nerves.

That one event gave me the confidence to start The Mindful Mixer.

I still can’t believe how much can change in a year!! I'm so grateful I took the chance.

Sip Smarter. Live Brighter.

02/13/2026

I think it’s so easy to fall in love ....with real ingredients, local farms, and mindful moments. ❤️

The Mindful Mixer has always been about more than drinks. At the heart of my work is connection. Connection to each other, to our health, and to the ingredients we use.

I love sourcing locally when I can (fresh berries from nearby farms, local honey and maple syrup, seasonal fruit, and simple ingredients that bring mocktails to life)

There’s something special about knowing where your ingredients come from and sharing that experience with others, and that’s one of the things I love most about this work.

I hope everyone has a wonderful Valentine's Weekend.

Sip Smarter. Live Brighter. 💗

02/11/2026

Drumroll please…we raised $460 for Center For Family Life and Recovery, Inc. through the Dry January Mohawk Valley Challenge!!

Tonight we gathered at Vine & Fig to enjoy mocktails and food, hand out challenge T-shirts designed by Life Well Branded, Co. and present the donation to CFLR.

For one whole month I led participants through a Dry January journey with weekly emails, a private Facebook community, mindfulness, mocktails, and a whole lot of love. One of the most meaningful parts of the challenge was the savings jar (setting aside the money you would normally spend on alcohol and watching it add up for something bigger).

With the help of our gym partners at Clinton Fit Body Boot Camp and Whitesboro Fit Body Boot Camp, and our restaurant sponsors Vine & Fig and Beeches Manor (who served Mindful Mixer Dry January mocktails all month), this challenge became more than just taking a break from alcohol, it became about community. 🥹🥹

This was the first year doing the Dry January Mohawk Valley Challenge, and I am completely overjoyed with the kindness, support, and care this community showed. Thank you!

02/09/2026

Turmeric doesn’t dissolve perfectly, and that’s okay.

For one of my go to drinks, I use high quality turmeric powder and pair it with fresh rosemary. Turmeric brings warmth and anti-inflammatory support, while rosemary adds an aromatic, grounding layer that balances the drink both in flavor and function.

Together, they create something that feels intentional.

Real ingredients. Thoughtful combinations.

Sip smarter.

02/07/2026

Thank you to all the gals that came out to our Lips and Sips event!

Rachel Marie Nelson and I always have so much fun putting on these special events for the community.

02/06/2026

I’m so excited to be putting on a Teacher Wellness Workshop for the Mohawk Regional Teacher Center in just a few weeks!

I’ve also had a few inquiries come through from other teachers’ associations lately, which tells me this kind of support is really needed right now.

This program is especially meaningful to me because it gives educators practical tools to reset, manage stress, and bring simple mindfulness practices into their day (both for themselves and their students).

Teachers pour so much into others. I'm looking forward to creating a space for them to refill their own cup. 💛

02/04/2026

Let’s talk sweeteners.

I use pure maple syrup in a lot of my mocktails because it’s a real, unrefined sweetener that actually brings something to the table (not just sweetness).

Pure maple syrup contains antioxidants and trace minerals like manganese and zinc, and while it’s still a form of sugar, it has a slightly lower glycemic impact than refined white sugar. It also adds a depth and warmth of flavor that processed sugars simply don’t offer.

Whenever possible, I choose local and minimally processed ingredients.

I believe that what goes into your glass matters.

02/03/2026

A little reminder that it’s okay to do things just because they’re fun 💕

Village Vanity Waterville x The Mindful Mixer Galentine’s event is almost here, and there are only 4 spots left!

This night is designed to help you feel confident, relaxed, and taken care of. From learning which colors truly light you up (clothing, makeup, jewelry + your perfect red lipstick 💄), to sipping mocktails, creating something cute, and just enjoying a cozy night out.

If you're thinking “that sounds fun”… this is your sign 🫶

🎟️ Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/galentines-lips-and-sips-tickets-1979868881120?

Can’t wait to celebrate with you 💋🍹

02/01/2026

And just like that...it's February 1st...

I am BEYOND proud of this community. The Dry January Mohawk Valley challenge created awareness, choice, and space to learn what truly supports us. People gained clarity, energy, and confidence, and were reminded that real change happens one intentional day at a time.

Thank you to our restaurant partners Vine & Fig and Beeches Manorfor supporting this challenge and helping make our upcoming donation to Center For Family Life and Recovery, Inc. possible. We will be celebrating together soon and officially presenting CFLR with their check.

The shirts are here, and the celebration is coming. 🤍

Huge thank you to Life Well Branded, Co. for the design and Upstate Ink & Thread, LLC. for bringing them to life.

01/31/2026

Dry January taught us that the best part of the drink was never the alcohol, it was the moment...and moments with good friends like this are THE BEST.

Cheers to intentional choices, real connection, and nourishing mocktails!

So grateful for our restaurant partners Beeches Manor and Vine & Fig for supporting Dry January Mohawk Valley and helping make mindful drinking feel welcoming and fun.

Stay tuned...we’ll be sharing how much we raised for Center For Family Life and Recovery, Inc.

Sip smarter. Live brighter.

01/29/2026

POV: you’re doing Dry January but still want something cozy.

Warm spices > wine
Slow sips > headaches

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125 W Main St.
Rome, NY
13480

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http://mindfulmixercny.com/

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