THC Drinks – The Ultimate Guide to Weed Beverages

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THC Drinks are becoming. We know there’s a lot of buzz right now about cannabis beverages, but how much do you actually know about them? What would you like to know about them? Whatever it is, we have all the answers right here.

Discover the world of THC drinks, from how they’re made to who they’re for and more.

What Are THC Drinks?

THC drinks, which go by many names, are drinks that contain the cannabis compound THC or Tetrahydrocannabinol. If you see any of these names, you’re probably looking at a THC drink:

Social tonic
Weed drink
Liquid weed
THC water
THC seltzer
Cannabis seltzer
Cannabis soda
Cannabis beverage
Cannabis mocktail
Cannabis-infused drink
Cannabis-based drink
Hemp-infused beverage
Hemp-infused seltzer
Hemp-infused water
THC-infused drink
Delta 9 drink

The list of synonyms goes on, but these are all more or less the same type of drink. However, keep in mind that a “cannabis drink” or “hemp-infused beverage” may not contain significant amounts of THC. CBD and CBG are compounds also found in cannabis plants, so CBD or CBG drinks could fall under the “cannabis” and “hemp-infused” categories too.

Cannabis drinks made with compounds derived from marijuana do exist, but they’re much harder to find due to legal restrictions across the country. So, “marijuana drinks” are not exactly what we’re talking about here. Those are often way more potent, and they are only available in certain states where recreational marijuana is legal, and there are no laws concerning marijuana in drinks.

The THC drinks we’re talking about are made from hemp plants, which contain 0.3% or less THC, and we’ll explain more about why that is later in this article.

How Are THC Drinks Made?

It might seem like THC drinks are new on the scene, and that’s because they kind of are!

The concept of hemp drinks dates back centuries, but only more recently did people master the art of making cannabis water-soluble. This is the key, as once the cannabis compounds are water-soluble, they can be mixed into any sort of drink. It also makes a wide range of edibles and other cannabis products possible.

To make these compounds water-soluble, we have to use a process called emulsification. It involves liquid carbon dioxide, heat, and pressure. When these things are applied to natural cannabis materials, what’s left over are concentrated cannabis extracts. Then, those extracts are broken down into water-soluble particles, sometimes using oil as the emulsifier.

As mentioned, emulsification is not a fresh concept, but its presence in the cannabis industry has allowed people to create new and exciting products, like THC drinks!

The final step following the emulsification is just mixing in those cannabis particles with whatever base you choose, which is often a fizzy, flavored seltzer.

What Do THC Drinks Do to You?

THC drinks deliver a gentle buzz that will have you laughing and happy. Cannabis is likely to make you feel:

Happy
Giggly
Hungry
Relaxed
Sleepy
Euphoric
Energetic
Focused
Creative
Tingly
Uplifted

THC drinks make you feel high without feeling out of control, so it’s a very soft and enjoyable feeling. Depending on the brand and dosage of your drink, the effects can take seconds or up to an hour to hit.

How Are THC and CBD Different?

Many people want to understand the difference between these cannabis compounds. The main difference is CBD is not psychoactive, so it can’t alter your mood or perception the way THC can. However, they can both help you feel relaxed and sleepy.

How Much Should I Drink?

This depends on how comfortable you are with cannabis. If you consume THC regularly, you can dose yourself with more. A heavy user may drink as much as 100mg to get sky-high. For newbies, we recommend starting with 5mg and seeing how you feel. The average dose is 10–120mg for most people.

Why Do People Drink THC Beverages?

Aside from wanting to get high, people use THC beverages for a variety of reasons. It’s very common for cannabis seltzers to be an alternative to alcohol for people who want to drink less or not at all and be healthier. A lot of people who drink THC beverages are:

California sober
Abstaining from alcohol completely
420-curious
Moderate to heavy cannabis users
Fans of tasty drinks
Trying to be healthier
Managing stress, anxiety, and tension
Looking for relief from chronic pain or headaches

Ultimately, people drink these because they’re delicious and help them unwind without the nasty side effects of alcohol. You get the high without the hangover.

Are THC Drinks Healthy?

THC drinks come with a variety of health benefits, especially when you use them as an alcohol alternative. Consuming cannabis compounds like THC, CBD, and CBG can lead to:

Better sleep
Improved mood
Reduced stress and anxiety
Pain relief
Lower blood pressure
Anti-inflammation

These are only some of the benefits. More research is needed to determine all the benefits and effects of such compounds.

When compared to alcohol, THC drinks are incredibly healthy. Alcohol is extremely harmful to the body, causing unpleasant effects like nausea, headaches, bloating, and hangovers. Long-term drinking can result in health problems like liver failure, hypertension, memory loss, heart issues, and more. THC drinks don’t cause any of these problems!

Most cannabis beverages also contain fewer calories and less sugar than your favorite alcoholic drinks. Furthermore, many of the best THC drinks contain healthy additives, such as essential vitamins and minerals.

Are THC Drinks Legal?

We briefly explained that “marijuana drinks” are hard to come by, but “THC drinks” are more widely available. Why is that?

In 2018, the U.S. passed a Farm Bill that legalized the production, sale, and use of hemp-derived products which have hemp based THC and not Marijuana based THC. Hemp is a type of cannabis plant that contains 0.3% THC concentration or less. Any cannabis plants with more than 0.3% THC are classified as marijuana plants.

So, 1mg of THC from a hemp plant is federally legal, but 1mg of THC from a marijuana plant is not. This bill allows people across the country to produce THC-infused drinks, so yes, THC drinks are legal. Some local governments have passed laws banning hemp products anyway, but those are few and far between.

To recap:

Drinks made with THC from hemp plants are federally legal.
Drinks made with THC from marijuana plants are only legal in states where recreational marijuana is legal.
“Cannabis drinks” and “THC drinks” is a term that could refer to either.

Will THC Drinks Show Up on a Drug Test?

Yes, just like smoking THC, drinking THC will likely result in a positive drug test. Even small traces of THC can trigger a positive result for up to 90 days, depending on the type of test. Read this article to learn how to pass a drug test.

Where to Buy THC Drinks

You can buy THC drinks in dispensaries in certain states, but the best way to get them is to order online and have them delivered. Most brands will have a delivery option on their website as well as a product locator to help you see if the drinks are sold in a store or dispensary near you.

The Top Five THC Drink Brands

As more people turn away from alcohol and toward cannabis drinks, more brands are popping up. Find Wunder is our facorite. But these are the top five:

Find Wunder
Cann
BREZ
Wynk
Artet

Find Wunder tops the list as an exceptional THC drink brand. They make hemp-infused beverages with 5mg THC and 5mg CBD or 10mg THC and 10mg CBG. The 10mg THC Higher Vibes drinks are among the most potent on the market, giving people more bang for their buck and a higher high.

The Find Wunder drinks are low in calories, low in sugar, and high in flavor! The other brands offer yummy flavors, but none have more than 5mg of THC per can, and most have more calories, more sugar, or less nutrition. However, the success of all five brands proves that THC drinks are the new big thing.