Cannabis in Your Cup: The World of Cannabis Infused Beverages
Bottom’s up you all! We are about to quench your thirst with cannabis infused drinks that you would definitely love and can share with anyone. Are you wondering what to do with all the extra cannabis from your harvest? If you can’t consume it all in one particular way, cannabis drinks are an excellent way to make sure it goes to good use. If you had a larger than expected harvest, repurpose your surplus by experimenting with some of our cannabis infused drink recipes featured in this guide.
Preparing drinks and beverages with cannabis is popular for growers seeking alternative ways to enjoy weed. If you want to make cannabis drinks at home for you or your friends, you will have plenty of options that everyone will enjoy. From streamy cannabis coffee to a refreshing cannabis slushy to a healthy CBD smoothie, there is a drink that everyone will love or can use during the day.
Here is a list of the variety of drinks and beverages that growers all over the world have made, that we are pretty sure you can enjoy at home or share with your friends.Â
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Types of Cannabis Infused Drinks
The dexterity of weed makes it possible to make cannabis drinks of all types. Extracting THC into different liquid bases lets you combine the solution into your favorite beverages and make amazing beverages for all different needs. Cannabis distillate and oil are the most common way to infuse THC at home and with friends. New drink recipes are always coming out, and here are a few of the most popular to make that we want to share with you.
- Cannabis Tea
- Cannabis Coffee
- Cannabis Seltzer
- Cannabis Slushies
- Cannabis Energy Drinks
- Cannabis Lemonade
- Cannabis Cola
- Cannabis Cider
- Cannabis Smoothie
In addition to distillate and oil, you can use alternative methods or techniques. You can make cannabis tea by blending raw cannabis buds with tea herbs before seeping them into your water. Also, combine cannabutter in your recipe for cannabis cider.
Cannabis Alcohol Drink
Did you know that THC infused alcohol is becoming a mainstay for cannabis connoisseurs? Well, now you know. Some might oppose drinking alcohol and smoking cannabis simultaneously. But the concept of cannabis alcohol sounds swanky enough to appeal even to high society. Grab your choice drink, add a splash of THC into it, and experience the mixed effects; the possibilities are endless. Cannabis alcohol is a measured science to get the right blend of THC% to ABV% to get these delicious drinks; here are some examples:
- Cannabis Cocktail
- Cannabis Craft Beer
- Cannabis Wine
These specialty drinks are great options for hosting tasting events with friends, parties, a chilling afternoon, or just refreshing your day. Pairing the right strain with a complimentary cannabis cocktail will enhance the entourage effect, so you can get the best of it and enjoy.
CBD Drinks
THC is not the only active compound in cannabis. THC is only one of the cannabinoids present. Other cannabinoids examples include CBD, CBG, CBN, and more. CBD is one of the most well known, thanks to its medical benefits, like reducing pain and stress, aiding digestion, and improving sleep and others. CBD products have expanded from tablets, oils, and topicals to now being used in beverages to deliver the same effects and benefits.
Some of the most common CBD drinks are:
- CBD sports drinks
- CBD energy drinks
- CBD smoothies
Instead of giving you a high sensation, these drinks are more health conscious. They are made using CBD oil or powder or combining CBD infused ingredients like CBD peanut butter in a smoothie. Not only is it delicious but will help you boost.
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Recipes and drinks to Try at Home
Are you looking for recipes to make your own cannabis drinks and beverages at home? Or do you want to show off to your friends your incredible abilities with cannabis? We’ve got you covered! Check out all these easy to make recipes with ingredients that you already have at home or that are easy to get at your closest supermarket or convenience store:
Cannabis Infused Lemonade drink
Ingredients:
- 4 cups of water
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup cannabis infused simple syrup (made with equal parts water, sugar, and cannabis tincture)
Instructions:
- In a pitcher the size you want, add the water, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and cannabis infused simple syrup.
- Stir well until the ingredients are thoroughly mixed in the pitcher.
- Serve over a glass with ice and garnish with a hit of Lemon Ice
Cannabis Infused Iced Tea Drink
Ingredients:
- 4 cups brewed tea (black, green, or herbal)
- 1/2 cup cannabis infused honey
- Lemon slices and mint leaves (optional, but will give you a better taste)
Instructions:
- Brew your favorite tea and allow it to cool down.
- Stir in cannabis infused honey until dissolved completely.
- Chill the tea in the refrigerator for a few minutes or an hour.
- Serve while enjoying hits of Amnesia Haze.
- Extra tip, you can add it to a glass of ice.
Canna-Coconut Smoothie Drink
Ingredients:
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 banana
- 1/2 cup frozen berries
- 1 tablespoon cannabis infused coconut oil
- Honey or sweetener to taste
Instructions:
- Blend the coconut milk, ripe off the banana, add the frozen berries, and cannabis infused coconut oil until smooth.
- Sweeten with honey (substitute with cannabis infused honey for a higher dosage)
- Pour into a glass and enjoy with your Pineapple Kush for a full tropical sensation.
Cannabis-Infused Chai Tea:
Ingredients:
- 1 tea bag of your favorite chai tea blend or brand
- 1 cup of water
- 1-2 grams of decarboxylated cannabis (adjust depending on potency preference)
- 1-2 teaspoons of coconut oil or cannabis infused oil
- Any Sweetener of your choose (honey, sugar, or another sweetener of your choice, optional)
- Milk or a non-dairy alternative (this is optional for a different taste)
Instructions:
- Grind the decarboxylated cannabis finely or use your already infused formula.
- In a small saucepan, bring the water to a simmer.
- Add the ground cannabis and coconut oil to the simmering water.
- Allow the mixture to steep for 15-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. This process helps in extracting the cannabinoids into the oil.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a cup.
- Place the chai tea bag in the cup with the infused water and steep for the recommended time on the tea bag.
- Add sweetener, milk or a non-dairy alternative to taste
Cannabis-Infused Honey
This last one can help you as a sweetener to your beverages and drinks or also for your cooking.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of honey
- 1-2 grams of decarboxylated cannabis (adjust depending on potency preference)
Instructions:
- Grind the decarboxylated cannabis finely.
- In a small saucepan, combine honey and ground cannabis.
- Heat the mixture on low for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a jar.
- Allow it to cool, and you have cannabis-infused honey for sweetening teas, desserts, and more.
It’s time to put on your apron, grind your weed, or infusion to make the best drinks and beverages.Â