THC Seltzers are adult beverages that serve as the perfect compliment to relaxation at home, or in casual social settings. These drinks are infused with hemp derived cannabinoids, including but not limited to THC. Once consumed, they can provide feelings of euphoria, uplifted mood, and enhanced creative potential. They are far more accessible to everyday consumers, available in liquor stores, convenience stores, and in select grocery aisles. A THC seltzer is a canned carbonated water based beverage that is infused with THC.
Hemp Infused Drinks
The hemp infused beverage industry is massive, featuring drinks that are infused with CBD, CBG, CBN, and THC. You may have seen the swath of CBD focused beverages as early as 2018, with a new focus on THC focused beverages emerging as recently as the beginning of 2023. There are hemp infused sodas, ciders, probiotic sodas, teas, and even tinctures that all fall under the classification of hemp infused drinks. These products are exactly what they’re titled as; a cider, a soda, or a tea that uses the classic base you’re familiar with, and then infuses it with a hemp derived cannabinoid.
Is there a difference between hemp infused or derived, THC, and CBD?
Firstly, hemp is a plant that was approved for commercial use in retail products by the 2018 Farm Bill. Hemp contains the broad range of cannabinoids we often see marketed towards us by these products, naturally. In order to produce retail products that contain cannabinoids, manufacturers must use the hemp plant as the source of these cannabinoids. When we say “hemp infused” or “hemp derived”, we are talking about products that get their cannabinoids from the hemp plant.THC and CBD are completely different chemical compounds, or cannabinoids. While they both naturally occur within the hemp plant, they perform different functions within the body’s endocannabinoid system. CBD is largely considered to be relaxing, calming, and not associated with the traditional “high” that is typically portrayed when using cannabis. THC is the compound that is considered to create the “high” feeling associated with cannabis consumption.
THC Seltzers are carbonated water based beverages that are canned with an infusion of THC, placing them in the middle of the hemp infused drink space. For example, jixxie offers hemp infused seltzers available in four different flavors. What makes jixxie stand out from the competition, is that our drinks feature a one-to-one ratio of THC-to-CBD. That makes us both a THC and a CBD seltzer, and our customers enjoy the uplifting sensation of THC while being grounded by the calming nature of CBD.
Are THC Drinks Legal?
THC and cannabis related legality will always differ in terms of details from state to state. In 2018, the Farm Bill was signed into law, which removed industrial hemp with a concentration of less than .3% THC from the scheduled substances list. A loophole in this bill allowed for the sale of products, including beverages, that contain THC as long as the hemp used to create them fell under the guideline. Because this bill was passed on a federal level, it allowed for the legal sale of these products across the country.
Now, in the six years since its passing, many states have been forced to sign bills, laws, or acts into place that aim to regulate the sale of these products within their own state. Simply put, THC drinks are legal for purchase and consumption in the following states; AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, IA, IL, IN, KY, KS, LA, MA, ME, MI, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, SD, TN, TX, VA, VT, WI, WV, WY.
What are the Effects of a THC Drink?
The effects of a THC beverage can vary from person to person, and while we cannot offer medical advice, we can speak from our experience sampling, sharing, and selling these products. When THC is ingested through a beverage, the liver gets to work processing it before it goes into your bloodstream. In this process, the THC is converted into a different form of THC by enzymes that is more bioavailable and can more easily cross the blood-brain barrier. After ingesting, effects can be felt as quickly as 30 minutes or as long as 2 hours later. Because a drink can be nursed over a longer period of time, THC can more smoothly be dispersed throughout your body, resulting in feelings of comfort and relaxation.
5mg THC Drink Effects
While briefly mentioned earlier, THC is considered the compound that drives the “high” feeling associated with the consumption of cannabis. A drink that features 5mg of THC as the sole cannabinoid will provide feelings of uplifted mood, euphoria, and even enhanced creativity. Consumers may feel happier, more social, and excited to converse or interact with those around them.
5mg CBD Drink Effects
Amidst the variety of hemp infused beverages, there exist drinks that only feature CBD as the sole cannabinoid available. CBD is largely considered to be non-psychoactive, meaning that its consumers should not expect to feel the traditional “high” feeling associated with cannabis. Someone that consumes a 5 mg CBD beverage might feel more relaxed, grounded, and focused on the present moment. In a social setting, they may feel more inclined to observe and understand others before contributing their own input.
THC and CBD Drink Effects
At jixxie, we believe the best hemp infused beverages are ones that combine the availability of cannabinoids in a balanced way. The entourage effect describes a phenomenon where people feel as though the experience of consuming cannabinoids is elevated when multiple cannabinoids are combined. By making both THC and CBD available in our seltzers, jixxie provides the perfect beverage for social settings. The combination of these cannabinoids is ideal because it ensures a balanced experience for the consumer.
Available in 2 mg and 4 mg potency levels, jixxie always ensures a 1:1 ratio of THC to CBD. When taken together, the synergy of THC and CBD is best described as a relaxing, uplifting, and cheerful experience meant to be shared with others. Instead of jumping to a 5 mg THC beverage for your first time, try a 2 mg THC and CBD jixxie! Experience the phenomenon of the entourage effect without being overwhelmed. For more seasoned consumers, a 4 mg jixxie will provide a robust experience.