CBD Cocktail Recipes
If you want to take your cocktails to the next level, you can spice them up with CBD products. Our CBD cocktail recipes are the perfect blend of flavorful experience and relief.
Our list of CBD-infused cocktail recipes is for everyone, starting with novices to veterans using the benefits of cannabidiol. Stay put, and let us, as experts in the cannabis industry and mixology enthusiasts, introduce you to the best CBD cocktails you need to try at least once.
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CBD and Cocktails
CBD-infused cocktails have taken the world by storm. CBD is the non-psychoactive component of the cannabis flower. It is used by many because of its possible calming properties.
Mixed with the alcohol content and other beverages, CBD might have the same effects as other consumption methods. There might be many benefits of incorporating CBD into cocktails, but many use them because of:
Relaxing features
Stress relief
Improving sleep quality
Reducing insomnia symptoms
Anti-inflammatory effects
If you don’t have any health problems, you can feel free to drink a CBD cocktail at home for wellness reasons or relaxation.
Basic principles of mixing CBD in cocktails
There are many CBD products, but only a few are suitable for making a cocktail. Due to their form and nature, you can only use CBD tinctures, syrups, and oils to make a relaxing CBD beverage.
Incorporating CBD into your alcoholic beverages has to be done with precaution. We recommend starting with low dosages. Depending on your tolerance and needs, you can adjust the dosage in the CBD cocktail recipes.
Generally looking, most beverages contain between 15 and 30mg of CBD. This range is recommended if you are starting to use CBD. Yet, if you use CBD regularly, you might want to add higher doses up to 50mg.
CBD Cocktail Recipes
We compiled the best recipes to tickle every taste bud. Whether you like your drink sweet, sour, spicy, salty, or bitter, we have the perfect recommendation.
1. Lemon CBD Spritzer
To make the Lemon CBD Spritzer, you will need:
15mg CBD oil
2 oz vodka
¾ lemon juice
¾ oz simple syrup
4 oz champagne
Club soda
Before mixing the ingredients, you should take a large wine glass. If you like your drink cold, you may add ice.
To prepare the CBD cocktail, you should mix all the liquid ingredients in a glass and fill the rest with club soda. Don’t forget to put a lemon slice for decoration.
2. The CBD (Zen)tail
If you are a fan of the legendary mix of ginger beer and vodka, the CBD (Zen)tail is just for you. Here is what you’ll need:
1 drop CBD
1 oz vodka
Ginger beer
Muddled raspberries
Mint leaves
Gently muddle the mint leaves and muddled raspberries by twisting and pressing them on the bottom of the glass. Mix the vodka and ginger beer and infuse your desired dosage of CBD. We recommend putting one drop of CBD tincture or oil. Stir the cocktail and enjoy!
3. The CuraFizz
CuraFizz is a refreshing beverage you can make at home. You don’t have to do special shopping for it because you probably have all the ingredients at home.
15mg of CBD oil
Smashed ice
2 oz gin
½ oz lemon juice
½ Aperol or strawberry puree
One egg white
To prepare the CuraFizz, you will need a shaker. Place all ingredients together in a shaker and shake them dry. For best taste, shake them between 10 to 15 seconds. Shake the cocktail again, but this time with ice, and it will be ready for you to drink.
4. CBD Watermelon Cocktail
The CBD Watermelon Cocktail is a fruity, energizing beverage with CBD. If you want to try it out, you will need:
10mg hemp CBD of your choice
2 oz spicy tequila
¾ oz lime juice
¾ oz Agave
4 cubes watermelon
Chili lime rimming salt
First, you should rim the glass with chili lime salt. Use the cocktail shaker to muddle the four watermelon cubes. Then, slowly add all other ingredients to the shaker and shake them for approximately 15 seconds. Pour the drink into the glass carefully.
5. CBD-infused old fashioned
If you are craving a classy drink, make yourself a CBD-infused old-fashioned. Get the following ingredients:
½ dropper CBD oil
2 oz bourbon whiskey
¼ oz simple syrup
3 bitter dashes
A cherry
One orange slice
Large-sized Ice cubes
When preparing a CBD-infused Old Fashioned, it's important to start with cooling the glass by placing the ice cubes in it. Pour the bourbon whiskey over the ice and add the simple syrup. If you don’t have syrup, you can muddle a sugar cube.
Next, you should add the three dashes of bitters to help you achieve a balanced taste. Add half a dropper of CBD oil, or around 40g. Stir the Old Fashioned and add the cherry and orange slices on the rim.
6. CBD Margarita with pomegranate and hibiscus
Margaritas go well with CBD oil. They are easier to make than you might think, and you will require:
½ dropper CBD oil
2 oz tequila
1 ½ oz triple sec
⅓ cup sugar
½ cup dried hibiscus
⅓ cup pomegranate juice
One lime
Ice cubes
You should begin by preparing the hibiscus and pomegranate syrup. Put the hibiscus, pomegranate juice, and sugar in one pan and heat them until the sugar dissolves.
Next, take your shaker and add ice, tequila, triple sec, CBD oil, lime juice, and 1 ½ oz of syrup. Shake them well and pour the drink into the glass. You can garnish with hibiscus petals, pomegranate seeds, and rosemary sprig.
7. Pineapple CBD cocktail
The next four CBD cocktail recipes will be dedicated to people who want to drink non-alcoholic beverages. Since CBD might be used for fighting addictions, including alcohol, these non-alcoholic cocktails are perfect for that purpose.
So, for the Pineapple CBD cocktail, you should prepare:
10mg hemp CBD
1 oz pineapple juice
¾ oz lime juice
¾ oz ginger syrup
Club soda
Lemon zest for garnish
Ice
2 dashes of bitters (non-alcoholic)
Just like our other cocktails, making the Pineapple CBD cocktail is easy. Put all ingredients, except for the club soda, in a shaker, shake them well, and strain them in the glass. Fill out the remaining with club soda and garnish with lemon zest or something else of your choice.
8. CBD Mojito
You can also make a mojito with CBD. For one serving, you will need the following:
1 drop of CBD oil
3 limes
Club soda
½ tablespoon granulated sugar
Fresh mint
Ice
Squeeze the juice out of the limes. Then, grind the mint leaves together with the sugar. Put them in a glass, add the lime juice and the CBD oil.
9. Black Cherry and Basil Mocktail with CBD
Another delicious non-alcoholic CBD cocktail is the Black Cherry and Basil Mocktail. To make it, you should mix the following ingredients:
Half a drop of cherry CBD oil
Ground 2 basil leaves
Freshly squeezed lime juice
Club soda
Ice
10. Jah Mule Cocktail
Last but equally tasty is the Jah Mule cocktail. To prepare it, you will need the following:
10mg hemp CBD
¾ oz lime juice
¾ oz ginger syrup
Club soda
2 dashes of cocktail bitters (non-alcoholic)
Hibiscus flower for garnish
Get your shaker, put all ingredients in it, shake well, and strain over ice. We recommend you use an old-fashioned glass for this drink.
When you are making CBD cocktails at home, you should be mindful of several health and safety considerations. First, you should be aware of the dosage you are adding to each cocktail. When it comes to CBD dosage, you don’t have to follow our recommendations rigorously. Feel free to modify the recipes according to your tolerance.
Furthermore, we would recommend using only high-quality CBD products. Purchase only from trusted manufacturers and look for a Certificate of Analysis.
Also, when you are mixing alcohol and CBD, you must keep in mind the side effects of each. Use them moderately and start with small doses.
Lastly, ensure that CBD is legal in your state. Even if it is legal, check your state’s restrictions and determine which products you can use.
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Conclusion
We are sure you will love at least a few of our CBD cocktail recipes. Remember to drink moderately and adjust the CBD dosage according to your tolerance levels.
Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic recipes are worth trying out. You can also experiment with diverse ingredients and make your own recipe.
Cheers!
