If you’re trying to decide between THC-infused edibles or THC-infused drinks, the good news is that whichever you choose, you’ve made a good choice. Both cannabis consumption methods are easy to dose, can be used at home or in a social setting, and are a good alternative to alcoholic beverages. But there are some differences to consider.
Onset Time Compared
One major difference is the typical onset time between an edible, such as a gummy, and a THC-infused beverage. You may start feeling the effects of a gummy somewhere between 45 minutes and two hours. THC-infused beverages can be felt within 15 to 45 minutes.
The difference in edible onset time is that drinks are processed differently from oil-based gummies. The THC-infused beverage uses a water-soluble method called nano-emulsification that speeds up the effects of the THC and other compounds.
How They’re Typically Consumed
Awareness of the onset time helps to plan events either at home or out and about. If you want to feel the effect of a gummy before the big game, you may want to take one an hour before kick-off. But with a beverage, you could wait until the event starts. If you’re using edibles at a party to get in the mood, you can take one early and enjoy food and non-alcoholic drinks for the next few hours.
Of course, whether you choose beverages or edibles, how and when the effects hit you depend on other factors like the food you’re consuming, your chemistry, and your level of activity.
Which Should a First-Timer Try?
If you’re new to cannabis, it might make sense to start with a low dose of a gummy. Some people start with as little as half of a 5g gummy and report feeling the effects.
Due to the nature of the consumption method, it’s easier to overdo it with drinks. But once you’ve established your tolerance level with edibles, you can better gauge how to consume and dose THC-infused beverages.
If you like the idea of drinking a libation that is a good alternative to alcohol, another viable option is to add a drop or two of a THC tincture to your non-alcoholic beverage. It is strongly advised never to mix alcohol and cannabis.
Edible Picks at Eastern Green
We’ve listed some edible products perfect for the cannabis novice:
- BITS’ Pomegranate R&R 1:1 THC:CBN Gummies 20pk – 100mg: An ideal product if you’re looking to relax before drifting off to dreamland. It also contains ashwagandha, lemon balm, and CBN, all known to help you sleep.
- Encore Edibles’ RSO Milk Chocolate (Sativa) – 100mg: A great way to cure your chocolate craving and satisfy your THC curiosity. This isn’t a Hershey bar, so take it slowly.
- Grön’s Tangelo Pearls 2:1:1 THC:CBC:CBG 10pk – 100mg: This will lift your mood just with the delicious flavor, but just wait until the THC, along with the cannabinoid and terpene profile, kicks in!
- Incredibles’ Banana Pudding Chocolate – 100mg: This is really a treat with vanilla pudding and vanilla wafers. Each square piece has 10mg of THC. It may take a while to kick in, so don’t be tempted to have that second piece too early.
- Ozone’s Blue Raspberry Soft Chews 10pk – 100mg: These are delicious soft chews made with pectin.
- Grön’s Dark Chocolate Indica Bar – 100mg: The perfect solution for the insomniac who loves dark chocolate.
- Valhalla’s Pineapple RSO Full Spectrum Soft Lozenge 10pk – 100mg: This will surprise you with the strong kick of pineapple flavor, and you’ll love the results you get from a full-spectrum product.
At Eastern Green Dispensary in Vorhees, we show our appreciation to the community by creating a joyous experience for all our customers and offering only the finest cannabis products from New Jersey Growers. We also carry all the tools and accessories you’ll need for your cannabis needs.
