With Dry January on the horizon, now is the perfect time to get acquainted with cannabis beverages.
Cannabis drinks have boomed in popularity over the last few years, likely due to how easily they fit into social settings, but also because they provide consumers with predictable, dose-controllable experiences that can be felt within a reasonable amount of time.
Cannabis drinks, sometimes called infused drinks or THC beverages, contain cannabinoids (sometimes in unique ratio blends,) and come in sippable formats, sold in cans, bottles, or even shots and tinctures meant to be added to larger beverages.
If you want to learn all about cannabis drinks, including how they work, how long they take to kick in, and our recommendations for a great time, keep reading.
How Do Cannabis Drinks Work and How Long Do They Take To Kick In?
Generally, edibles have to be fully digested before the effects of the cannabinoids can be felt, taking up to two hours, which is why the term “go low and slow,” is so popular. Most cannabis drinks, however, undergo a process called nanoemulsification, which makes the cannabinoid particles water soluble, extremely small, faster-acting, and more bioavailable. Cannabis drinks that have undergone nanoemulsification can be felt in as quick as 10-15 minutes, but of course, timing varies from person to person, dependent on tolerance, metabolism, dosage, and other factors.
Where to Enjoy Cannabis Drinks
Cannabis drinks can be enjoyed just about anywhere! Some fun places to take them along with you include:
• Parties
• Tailgates
• BBQs
• The beach or pool
• Picnics
• Music festivals
• Hikes
• The spa
• Movie nights
• And any place with friends 21+
What to Consider Before Purchasing a Cannabis Beverage
There’s lots to factor in when purchasing a cannabis beverage. Some things to consider:
• Dosage: if you’re a newbie to cannabis, you might want to try a low-dose beverage around 2-5mgs in total. If your tolerance is higher, you might want to reach for a higher dosage beverage, around 10-100mgs each.
• Your ability to DIY: If you’re someone who enjoys mixing their own cocktails and mocktails, you might want to put your own spin on a pre-dosed cannabis drink. You can add a sweet, salty, or spicy rim to your drink, add a few maraschino cherries into your beverage, or even dose your drink up with a cannabis fruit chew garnish. If you pay attention to dose, you can also stretch your cannabis beverage further or make it sharable by adding some flavored seltzer or fruit juice.
• How much you want to drink: Some Smokiez Lemonades come in child-resistant, resealable cans, so you don’t have to grapple with enjoying past your limits or wasting product. If you’re looking to save the liquid from non-resealable cans, try pouring the remainder into silicone freezer molds or ice cube trays for easy use later on.
Best Cannabis Drinks
Not to be biased, but we believe Smokiez offers the best cannabis drinks on the market! They’re suitable for daytime or nightime use, and they’re not carbonated, making them more palatable for every lifestyle and taste.•
• Smokiez Cannabis Infused Lemonade is made with real lemon juice! In Missouri, it packs 100mgs of THC into a 12 oz can, and in Oklahoma, it contains a whopping 250mg of THC per can. Smokiez Lemonade is available in compliant dispensaries throughout Missouri and Oklahoma.
• Smokiez THC:CBN Blackberry Lemonade is also made with real fruit juice. In Missouri, it packs 100mgs of THC and 100mgs of CBN into a 12 oz can (1:1). In Oklahoma, each can contains 200mg of THC and 50mg of CBN (4:1). Perfect for sipping before bedtime, this SKU is also available in compliant dispensaries throughout Missouri and Oklahoma.
• If you’re looking to explore Smokiez beverages outside of Missouri and Oklahoma, try Smokiez Hemp-Derived D9 Lemonade, available in a 4-pack online - shipping nationwide. Each can contains 10mgs of THC, creating sippable, social experiences.
• Feeling crafty? Try out a drink recipe with Smokiez Lemonade, like our Thanksgiving Cranberry Lemonade, or simply add some lemon-lime soda or seltzer to your drink for added fizz.
Find Smokiez products in 22 states, Puerto Rico, and Costa Rica. Find a retailer here or purchase Smokiez cannabis drinks available nationwide here.
