For a cannabis lover, few things are better than smoking pot after a very long day. One of those things includes enjoying a good cocktail, mocktail, or even a regular beverage infused with the best relaxing strains of weed—don't forget the ice!
Even non-cannabis lovers know that there is something really unique about settling down to a cold cup of coffee after a tiring or stressful day at work.
Cannabis-infused edibles and drinkables for weed lovers come with this increased sense of relaxation and fun. The most incredible part is that there are no hangover effects the next day. Cannabis-infused beverages are pretty easy to make. In fact, anyone can formulate their own cannabis cocktail recipe in a few minutes at any comfortable location.
Cannabis-infused Drinks
Don't you just love a cold cup of coffee or tea infused with your favorite strain of weed? Unique canna lovers hardly smoke or vape but prefer to entertain themselves with these drinkables. Many follow recipes formulated by others, while experienced canna-infused drink lovers have created recipes that range from "sweet to bitter," "hot to cold," and even "alerting to comforting."
Since cannabis legislation became law in various states, several readymade cannabis drinks have been mass-produced and released into the market. However, not all states' cannabis dispensaries can boast of having ready-to-drink cannabis options on the shelves. Thanks to the internet, there are different cannabis-infused drink recipes on various web pages. All anyone has to do is search. You get to choose the taste you want, the infusion options, and the level of THC you want in your drink. There are cannabis-infused drinks for all comfort levels, seasons, and holidays.
We're already well into winter—North America's cold and flu season. The perfect cannabis drink for this season has to be the "hot toddy." You must have heard of it. A simple summary of what you have to do to have a cannabis hot toddy is to replace the alcohol in regular hot toddies with cannabis.
Hot toddy lovers have attested to the drink's relaxing effects. For cannabis lovers, it is one of the easiest ways to resolve common colds during this extreme weather. Yeah, a cup of cannabis hot toddy does more or less the same as a wide variety of cold-treating products in the pharmaceutical industry.
Cannabis-infused Hot Toddy
Cannabis has been stepping up in recent times to show that it could be a panacea for common illnesses like colds, flu, and other winter-time diseases. The Canna hot toddy is one of the most effective therapies employed to manage or cure winter-related ailments. There's very little a hot toddy with cannabis honey can't resolve. From sore throats to body aches, insomnia, pain, and headaches, With rigid hot toddy therapy, these disorders can be effectively suppressed.
Preparing a Cannabis-infused Hot Toddy
The steps for preparing a hot cup of cannabis-infused toddy are straightforward to understand. There are only four essential ingredients needed for this. If you're making a single cup, the things you need are:
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1 tablespoon of honey.
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½ cup of hot water
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2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon
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1 tsp. of your favorite CBD tincture
Steps involved
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Boil one-half cup of water, but do not allow it to boil fully.
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Juice or squeeze the lemon into a cup.
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Pour in your honey and stir.
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Add the now heated water and mix for the ingredients to be even.
You can decide to add a personal touch by garnishing your cup of hot toddy with extras like cinnamon sticks, sliced lemons, or cucumbers. You can also add fruity-flavored oils while at it.
Another tip for making fantastic hot toddies is using fresh citrus for maximum flavor. Other add-ons like ginger or turmeric wouldn't be so bad for themselves.
One more thing is that it is best to use water that has cooled a bit after boiling. This will help enhance the flavors of the ingredients and produce other distinct aromas and tastes.
Why the Sleepy Hot Toddy?
This cozy drink takes everything into consideration. It delivers health, immunity, physical and mental alertness, as well as an extra dose of wellness. It's not difficult to incorporate into your diet because, chances are, you already have a lovely ritual established around morning coffee or evening beverages.
With a hot toddy, you effortlessly ward off ailments that pop up during winter. Hot toddies infused with high-CBD are often designed for the user's relaxation or sleep.
Adjusting CBD-levels in Hot Toddies When Sick
Winter is a popular time for hospitals to be filled with cold-related cases, Not to mention that the pandemic is still infecting people at an alarming rate. The amount of CBD or THC you put into your hot toddy matters greatly, especially when sick.
First of all, you have to exercise caution when using cannabis while sick, as the body won't process the drink the same way it would if you were in perfect health. Don't jump to the conclusion that you can handle the same amount or strain as someone else.
For instance, experts always recommend using only CBD strains because taking THC to get high when you have a fever could be a horrible idea. It's
best to start your hot toddy with a small amount of CBD and then increase the dose as you gradually get better. Smoking or vaping while the lungs work so hard during this period is a NO-NO!
The best strains for a hot toddy in this cold weather must be CBD-rich. This strain provides relief from cold symptoms, blocked airways, and inflammation of the nasal passages and lungs while minimizing any adverse psychotropic effect of THC (if present).
Last words
Not only are sleepy hot toddies effective against ailments, but they are easy on the pocket as the ingredients are inexpensive and accessible. By following this simple recipe described above, you can create your ideal balance for the drink by periodically tasting and adjusting the quantities of ingredients used. Make sure you have the best canna-infused hot toddy experience. It is important to state that the Food and Drug Administration has not endorsed this drink for treating winter-induced ailments.
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