THC-infused drinks offer a fun and flavorful way to experience the psychoactive effects of cannabis. These beverages have a long history, dating back to 2000 B.C. While cannabis beverages have been around for millennia, the process of making THC drinks has evolved over time, much like our best-selling battery has adapted to incorporate new features. Today, one of the simplest ways to create your own infused drinks is with THC tincture.
In celebration of national lemonade day, the Ooze crew is whipping up some killer THC-infused lemonade and mocktail recipes using THC tincture. But before we indulge in ice-cold cannabis-infused drinks, let's explore what THC tincture is and how to dose your THC beverages.
How to Make a THC-Infused Beverage
- Have your drink recipe and ingredients ready.
- Choose your homemade or storebought THC tincture for infusion.
- Add all ingredients to a pitcher for multiple servings or a glass for individual servings.
- Infuse your drink with a dose of THC tincture and mix well. Enjoy!
What is THC Tincture?
THC Tincture, also known as "Green Dragon," is a cannabis-infused alcohol-based liquid with a rich history in eastern medicine. It's considered one of the safest and most effective ways to consume cannabis, providing an alternative for those who prefer not to smoke or want to give their lungs a break. Plus, you can easily make it at home!
Learning how to make your own tincture at home is relatively straightforward, involving high-proof ethyl alcohol. Simply add decarboxylated bud to a jar, pour in the alcohol, and store it in a dark place for two to three weeks. Once it turns a deep green color, strain out the bud, and you're left with a potent homemade tincture!
If homemade isn't your style, don't worry. You can always purchase tincture from a dispensary. When selecting a tincture, look for one made from a strain you enjoy. For example, if you prefer Indica, opt for an Indica-dominant tincture. Don't hesitate to ask questions and seek suggestions from the budtender if you're unsure.
How to Safely Dose Cannabis Drinks
Every individual reacts differently to cannabis, so finding the right dose for your drinks is essential. The recommended dose for the average user is 10mg of THC, but this can vary. Beginners may start with 5mg, while seasoned users may opt for 30mg. Use this detailed THC Dosage Guide to find your perfect dose. And remember these four tips while enjoying your drinks:
- Choose a safe and enjoyable environment for your first THC-infused drink experience.
- If you don't feel the effects, wait at least 30 minutes before consuming more. THC tincture absorption can take time.
- Start with small doses and gradually increase. You can always consume more, but you can't consume less.
- If you plan to have multiple drinks, divide the dosage accordingly.
THC-Infused Drink Recipes
With an understanding of THC tincture and dosing, it's time to craft some delicious THC-infused drink recipes.
Set the mood with the right playlist. Connect your phone to your Movez speaker and play our recommended song for each recipe!
1. Lit Lemonade
Song: Lemonade - Internet Money, Gunna, Don Toliver, NAV
When life gives you lemons, make THC-infused lemonade! It's simple, delicious, and pairs perfectly with a limonene-dominant tincture.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cold water
- 1 cup warm water
- 4 tbsp sugar
- 6 tbsp lemon juice (2-3 Lemons)
- 1 lemon for garnish
- THC Tincture (to taste)
- Ice Cubes
Directions
- Juice lemons by hand or with a juicer
- Mix sugar and 1 cup of warm water until sugar dissolves
- Combine cold water, lemon juice, THC Tincture, and sugar mixture
- Add sliced lemons and ice cubes
2. Canna-Basil Strawberry Lemonade
Song: Strawberry Fields Forever (Remastered 2009) - The Beatles
For a sophisticated twist, try this canna-basil strawberry lemonade. It's refreshing, unique, and herbaceous!
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup lemon juice
- 10 strawberries (without tops)
- 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves
- THC Tincture (to taste)
- Sweetener (to taste)
Directions
- Add strawberries and basil to the pitcher and muddle until blended
- Add lemon juice, sweetener, water, and stir
- Add cannabis tincture and stir
- Serve in a glass over ice with basil, strawberry, and lemon wedge garnish
Prefer visual instructions? Watch our Canna-Basil Strawberry Lemonade Video.
3. Watermelon Cucumber Cannabis Cocktail
Song: Watermelon Sugar - Harry Styles
If you aren't mesmerized by the delicious tang of fresh lemonade, this watermelon cucumber mojito is a great alternative. It's fun, festive, and is hangover-free!
Ingredients
- 1 cup of cubed watermelon
- 12 fresh mint leaves
- 12 cucumber slices
- 1 lime
- 4 tbsp of sugar/sweetener
- 4 cups of club soda
- THC Tincture (dose to your preference)
- Ice cubes
Directions
- Muddle the watermelon and mint at the bottom of a pitcher
- Add ice cubes, cucumber slices, and sweetener of your choice
- Dose with THC tincture
- Add club soda and stir
- Garnish with lime in each glass
If you're trying to get super lit, we highly suggest pairing any of these refreshing beverages with a freshly chill Ooze Cryo Bowl or Gylco Water Pipe! Made with liquid glycerin and strong borosilicate glass, these pieces are freezable so you can have the chilliest smoke sesh imaginable! Paired together, there is no better way to celebrate national lemonade day!
