As the weather heats up and we head into summer, more days will be spent poolside or in the company of family and friends relaxing and enjoying the weather. For many, days spent soaking up the sun’s rays often include a cold and refreshing beverage. While there are a variety of alcoholic beverages to choose from, a THC-infused cannabis mocktail is an alternative for those looking to unwind without alcohol or a potential hangover.
Canna-Lemonade
Ingredients:
- 3 to 4 cups of cold, filtered water
- 1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice (usually needs 3 to 4 large lemons)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 6 servings of CBD or THC tincture
Directions:
Make a simple syrup by combining one cup of the cold water with the granulated sugar in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a low boil/simmer and make sure the sugar dissolves completely. Allow the simple syrup to cool. Then, add it to a pitcher with the remaining water and the fresh squeezed lemon juice. Place the pitcher in the fridge to chill for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Bring the pitcher out and add the servings of CBD or THC tincture and stir. Serve over ice, garnished with lemon slices, and enjoy! (Makes 6 servings)
Cranberry Lime Cannarita
Ingredients:
- 3 ounces of cranberry juice
- 1 ounce of simple syrup
- ¾ ounce of freshly squeezed lime juice
- THC or CBD tincture
- Salt and a lime wedge for garnish
Directions:
Salt the rim of a tumbler or glass. Mix all the ingredients and add ice, adjusting as need be for taste. Garnish with a lime wedge and enjoy the tart and refreshing canna-mocktail!
Lemon Lime THC Spritzer
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups of your favorite prepared lemonade
- 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice
- ½ cup of club soda
- CBD or THC tincture
- Lemon and lime wedges for garnish
Directions:
Mix all of the ingredients in a small pitcher and stir well. Pour into two glasses with ice and garnish each with a lemon and lime wedge.
