GUT FEELING

Inspired by the comforting flavours of a warm apple pie, Gut Feeling was created by the incredible Eve Kalinik, nutritional therapist and author, in partnership with Hermosa. Thoughtfully designed to support digestive health, this nourishing smoothie brings together cultured kefir, prebiotic fibre, warming spices and high-quality protein in one creamy, comforting blend. Whether you choose our Grass-Fed Vanilla Whey or Vanilla Vegan Protein, it's a simple daily ritual that proves functional nutrition can taste every bit as good as it feels.

Gut Feeling (Grass-Fed Whey)

Makes 1 serving (approximately 450–500ml)

Ingredients

• 140ml unsweetened almond milk
• 120ml kefir
• 80g green apple, unpeeled, cored and roughly chopped
• 25g gluten-free oats
• 10g chia seeds
• 1 Medjool date, pitted
• 1 scoop (15g) Hermosa Vanilla Grass-Fed Whey
• 5g collagen
• 2g glutamine
• 4g fresh ginger, peeled
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• Small pinch of sea salt
• Handful of ice

Method

1. Add the almond milk and kefir to a high-speed blender.
2. Add the apple, oats, chia seeds, Medjool date and fresh ginger.
3. Add the Hermosa Vanilla Grass-Fed Whey, collagen, glutamine, cinnamon and sea salt.
4. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
5. Add a handful of ice and blend again briefly until thick, chilled and silky.
6. Pour into your favourite glass and enjoy immediately.
   

Gut Feeling (Vegan)

Makes 1 serving (approximately 450–500ml)

Ingredients

• 180ml unsweetened almond milk
• 80ml plain dairy-free kefir
• 80g green apple, unpeeled, cored and roughly chopped
• 25g gluten-free oats
• 10g chia seeds
• 1 Medjool date, pitted
• 1 scoop (15g) Hermosa Vanilla Vegan Protein
• 2g glutamine
• 4g fresh ginger, peeled
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• Small pinch of sea salt
• Handful of ice

Method

1. Add the almond milk and dairy-free kefir to a high-speed blender.
2. Add the apple, oats, chia seeds, Medjool date and fresh ginger.
3. Add the Hermosa Vanilla Vegan Protein, glutamine, cinnamon and sea salt.
4. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
5. Add a handful of ice and blend again briefly until thick, chilled and silky.
6. Pour into your favourite glass and enjoy immediately.

Why We Love It

Created in collaboration with Eve Kalinik, this recipe reflects her food-first philosophy for supporting digestive health through thoughtfully chosen, everyday ingredients.

Cultured kefir provides beneficial live cultures, while apple, oats and chia deliver prebiotic fibres that help nourish the gut microbiome. Fresh ginger has long been valued for its digestive-supportive properties, while cinnamon brings the comforting, nostalgic flavour of homemade apple pie.

Whether you choose Hermosa's Grass-Fed Vanilla Whey with collagen for an extra protein boost, or our Vanilla Vegan Protein with dairy-free kefir for a completely plant-based option, both versions are designed to deliver the same delicious balance of nourishment, flavour and satisfaction.

Because supporting your gut shouldn't feel complicated—it should be something you genuinely look forward to.