5 Things You'll Be Very Glad to Hear You Can Infuse with Weed
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Edibles are having a serious moment right now.
Gone are the days when cannabis cooking began and ended with a tray of suspicious-looking brownies that somehow tasted like lawn clippings and regret. These days, people are infusing everything from gourmet meals to their morning coffee, and honestly? We're here for it.
If you're looking to branch out beyond the classic brownie recipe your friend's roommate swears is "life-changing," we've got a few ideas for you.
Let's take a look at five things you can infuse with cannabis that might just become your new favorites.
1. Hot Chocolate
If regular hot chocolate is basically a warm hug in a mug, cannabis-infused hot chocolate is like a warm hug wrapped in a weighted blanket.
Seriously.
Chocolate and cannabis already get along famously, so combining them into one cozy drink feels like something humanity should've figured out centuries ago.
Whether you're curled up on the couch during winter, watching your favorite movie, or just trying to survive another evening of doom-scrolling, a properly infused hot chocolate can turn an ordinary night into an exceptionally comfortable one.
Just remember:
It takes longer for edibles to kick in than smoking.
So maybe don't drink one mug and immediately decide you need another because "it's not working yet."
Future-you will appreciate the patience.
2. Liquor
Before we continue, let's get the responsible adult disclaimer out of the way:
Mixing cannabis and alcohol can hit harder than either one alone.
Proceed accordingly.
That said, cannabis-infused liquor has been around for a surprisingly long time.
One of the most famous versions is called Green Dragon, a cannabis tincture made by soaking decarboxylated flower in high-proof alcohol. The alcohol extracts cannabinoids over time, creating a potent infusion that can be added to cocktails or consumed in tiny amounts.
And when we say tiny amounts, we mean tiny.
This isn't the type of drink where you discover the serving size through trial and error.
Trust us.
3. Tea & Coffee
Few things sound more productive than starting your morning with coffee.
Few things sound less productive than starting your morning accidentally too high.
Finding the balance is key.
Cannabis-infused coffee has become increasingly popular among people who enjoy pairing caffeine's focus with cannabis's relaxing effects. Some swear it's the ultimate creativity booster.
Others swear it turns them into someone who spends forty minutes organizing a junk drawer.
Results may vary.
If coffee sounds a little too intense, cannabis tea offers a more mellow experience. Cannabis teas have roots in cultures around the world and can be a relaxing alternative for people who prefer sipping over smoking.
Plus, it gives you an excuse to say things like:
"I'm not getting high. I'm enjoying a botanical infusion."
Very sophisticated.
4. Popcorn
This one is almost embarrassingly simple.
You know cannabis butter?
You know popcorn?
Congratulations. You're basically already a cannabis chef.
Swap regular butter for infused butter and you've got one of the easiest edible recipes imaginable.
Movie nights suddenly become significantly more interesting.
Just remember to label your bowl if you're sharing snacks with friends.
Nothing ruins a family movie night faster than grandma unexpectedly becoming fascinated by the plot holes in an animated film.
5. Bacon
Yes.
We're serious.
Cannabis bacon exists.
And frankly, we're surprised it wasn't one of humanity's earliest inventions.
The concept is pretty straightforward. After properly preparing your flower, it can be combined with bacon during cooking, allowing the fat to absorb cannabinoids much like butter does in traditional edible recipes.
The result?
Bacon.
But elevated.
It's basically the culinary equivalent of someone looking at two already excellent ideas and saying:
"What if we made absolutely no attempt at moderation?"
And honestly, we respect that.
A Few Friendly Words Before You Start Cooking
Edibles are awesome.
They're also notorious for convincing people that they haven't taken enough... right before they realize they definitely have.
If you're experimenting with infused foods:
- Start low.
- Be patient.
- Wait before taking more.
- Label everything clearly.
- Maybe don't serve mystery brownies at family gatherings.
Cannabis cooking can be a lot of fun when done responsibly, and it's a great way to explore a completely different side of the plant.
Final Thoughts
Brownies will always have their place in cannabis history.
But hot chocolate, coffee, popcorn, bacon, and infused cocktails prove there's a whole world of edible possibilities waiting to be explored.
So get creative, experiment safely, and remember:
Just because something tastes delicious doesn't mean you should immediately eat six servings.
That's not wisdom.
That's experience talking.
Happy cooking, happy snacking, and happy smoking. 🍯🐝💨
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