Cannabis-Infused Summer Mocktails

Summa..Summa..Summa..TIIIIIIIME. Summer Time! 

Its SummerTime in the LBC and here at Long Beach Green Room, we're sharing a few mocktails to add to the line up. adult-beverages line-up. 

Delicious beverages infused with cannabis drink, syrups, or tinctures offer a way to relax and socialize without the heaviness that traditional alcohol-induced hangovers bring. Cannabis is also dehydrating, so be sure to keep hydrated as well. 

Cannabis mocktails are crafted beverages that combine the flavors and creativity of traditional mocktails with the added benefits of cannabis. They are made using cannabis-infused beverages, infused syrups, and tinctures. Most common cannabinoids used are either THC, CBD, or a combination of both, other minor cannabinoids may be available to create combinations that work for you. 

Benefits of Cannabis Mocktails

1. Non-Alcoholic: Perfect for those who want to avoid alcohol but still enjoy a sophisticated and relaxing drink.
2. Customizable Effects: Depending on the cannabis product used, you can tailor the experience to be more relaxing (CBD) or euphoric (THC).
3. Socially Inclusive: Cannabis mocktails offer an inclusive way for everyone to partake in the festivities, whether they consume cannabis or not.

Recipe 1: Cannabis Citrus Spritz

Ingredients:

• 5-20mg cannabis-infused citrus syrup (or more or less depending on personal dosage) 
• Club soda - for more cannabinoid content, substitute Club Soda for a cannabis-infused canned or bottled beverage - see packages for cannabinoid mg content per ozsome text
  • Be sure to add the syrup and beverage mg for your total drink mg content some text
    • 5mg cannabis-infused citrus syrup + 5mg cannabis-infused canned or bottled beverage = 10mg total cannabinoid content 
• 2 oz fresh orange juice
• 1 oz lemon juice
• 1 oz simple syrup
• Ice
• Orange and lemon slices for garnish
• Fresh mint leaves

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice and add the cannabis-infused citrus syrup, fresh orange juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
2. Stir the mixture well to combine the ingredients.
3. Top off the glass with club soda or cannabis-infused beverage and give it a gentle stir.
4. Garnish with orange and lemon slices, and a sprig of fresh mint.

Recipe 2: Berry Bliss Cannabis Cooler

Ingredients:

• 1 oz cannabis-infused berry syrup (CBD or THC, depending on preference)
• Club soda - for more cannabinoid content, substitute Club Soda for a cannabis-infused canned or bottled beverage - see packages for cannabinoid mg content per ozsome text
  • Be sure to add the syrup and beverage mg for your total drink mg content some text
    • 5mg cannabis-infused citrus syrup + 5mg cannabis-infused canned or bottled beverage = 10mg total cannabinoid content 
• 2 oz cranberry juice
• 2 oz pomegranate juice
• 1 oz lime juice
• 1 oz honey syrup
• Ice
• Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) for garnish or muddled at the bottom
• Lime slices

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice and add the cannabis-infused berry syrup, cranberry juice, pomegranate juice, lime juice, and honey syrup.
2. Stir the mixture until well combined.
3. Top off the glass with club soda or cannabis-infused beverage and give it a gentle stir.
4. Garnish with fresh berries and lime slices.

* Note: to avoid overconsumption of cannabis, understand your dosage. Ingesting cannabis is different than inhaling. THC chemistry changes in our digestive system that creates a different and sometimes more potent euphoric intoxication. 

Consume responsibly and Cheers to a new wave of cannabis enjoyment and social beverage!

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