How to Make the Best THC-Infused Drinks for 4/20

If there’s one holiday every weed smoker adores, it’s 4/20. However, for some, smoking may not be an option due to lung conditions, life circumstances, or legality. Luckily, as any resourceful cannabis user knows, there are many other ways to ingest weed, and one of the best (and arguably most delicious) is with THC tinctures! So let’s examine how to make the best THC-infused drinks for 4/20.

THC tincture: what is it and how does it work?

THC-infused beverages are delicious, flavorful ways to enjoy cannabis without having to smoke a joint or bong. THC drinks have been around for a long time, dating back at least 2,000 BC. Chr.! So it’s not hard to know a great THC tincture recipe when mankind has had so much time to perfect and develop a multitude of recipes.

On this 4/20, why not learn about a classic recipe: the Green Dragon. Green Dragon is a cannabis tincture that has been used medicinally and recreationally for centuries. It remains one of the most popular cannabis-infused alcoholic beverages. Additionally, tinctures are often considered one of the safest (and most effective) ways to consume cannabis. Learning to make tinctures is surprisingly easy, and you’ll need a few ingredients to get started:

Once you’ve bought these, the process is simple. Place your cannabis in your mason jars, then pour in your ethyl alcohol. Then keep your tincture in a dark place in your house for two to three weeks. Once the tincture has turned a deep green color, strain the remaining cannabis flowers out of the mason jars and your tincture is ready to drink! You can drink it straight from the mason jar or a teaspoon, or mix it into soft drinks like soda or cola. Now it’s important to discuss safe dosing of cannabis tinctures to avoid the uncomfortable reality of a cannabis overdose.

How to dose your tincture correctly

The ideal dose of cannabis is different for everyone, with the recommended edible dose being between 10 and 25mg for the average user or novice. Some cannabis veterans regularly use upwards of hundreds of milligrams of cannabis to treat things like chronic pain or depression. Here are four simple tips for dosing your tincture:

1. Consume in a safe environment

Using cannabis for the first time can be a bit daunting, so it’s important to choose a safe, comfortable environment if you’re not already prepared for the effects of cannabis. Plus, it’s a good way to be sure of having company during your experience.

2. Be patient

Sometimes it can take a while for the tincture to take effect. The general suggestion is to wait thirty minutes to an hour before dosing the tinctures again. Your stomach needs time to properly process the THC in the tincture, so it varies from person to person.

3. Start with a low dose

If you have never used cannabis (including never smoked) or have a low tolerance, we recommend starting with small doses first and gradually working your way up.

4. Pace yourself

If you do decide to have multiple drinks containing THC tincture, we recommend that you pace yourself to avoid getting too high. Keep track of what and how much you’re drinking, and have someone with you to interrupt if they feel like you’ve been drinking too much.

And last but not least, don’t forget to enjoy it! Now that you’ve learned how to make the best THC-infused drink for 4/20. makes sure to follow us for this week’s latest 4/20 news, top 4/20 events in Vancouver, Toronto and California and more.