Let’s cover some of the basics, so you know exactly what to expect when you decide to work on your CBD mixology skills.

WHAT IS CBD?

CBD stands for cannabidiol. It comes from the cannabis hemp plant and provides a wide range of therapeutic benefits that many have come to appreciate and look forward to after a long day. CBD is capable of such incredible benefits because the hemp plant contains over 100 different types of cannabinoids, and they all possess their own impressive skill set and effects. Most importantly, some cannabinoids (like CBD) don’t have any psychoactive effects. This is perfect for those who want the calming, soothing effects without feeling “high.”

Still, most people want to know why CBD cocktails? What’s the benefit of adding high-quality cannabinoids to my favorite adult beverage? We’re glad you asked.

CBD COCKTAILS BENEFITS

There are many ways to take advantage of the benefits of CBD, but CBD cocktails are a great way to add CBD to your day and liven things up in the process. CBD cocktails are fun, easy to make, and are great conversation starters for any gathering or party (just make sure your guests know they’re CBD-infused!).

This is also an excellent approach for those just getting acquainted with CBD, since all you need to do is add a couple of drops of your favorite CBD tincture oil. One of the most significant benefits of CBD is that it gives your after-work cocktail an added “chill” factor!

Wondering which CBD product you should use to make your first round of CBD cocktails? Here are our top picks for CBD cocktails, along with some tasty recipes.

WHAT KIND OF CBD PRODUCTS MAKE THE BEST CBD-INFUSED COCKTAILS?

When you’re ready to test your CBD mixology skills, you’ll need to make sure you have the right tools on deck! The cool thing about CBD cocktails is that you can use just about any CBD tincture or concentrated drink to create your beverage. However, you want to make sure you know what kind of taste your tincture has, so you pair it with the right type of flavors.

Let’s take a look at some of our favorite tinctures and some drink recipes to pair them with.

CBD CHILL SHOTS

Our CBD Chill Shots are a long-standing crowd-favorite because they contain 20mg of broad spectrum CBD with 200mg of L-theanine — a calming amino acid that helps you relax your mind and focus, without getting wound up or stressed out.

In addition, our Chill Shots come in two flavors that pair exceptionally well with most drink concoctions. First up is tangy Lemonade. Here’s one of our favorite CBD cocktail recipes featuring CBD Lemonade Chill Shots!

CBD CHILLAX LEMON-TINI

This drink provides a sweet and tangy take on a classic cocktail that’ll quickly become your favorite. Serves one.

Lemon Sugar Rim 

1/2 cup granulated sugar

The zest of 1 fresh lemon

Chillax Lemon-Tini 

2 ounces (1/4 cup) premium vodka

3/4 ounce (1 ½ tablespoon) Cointreau or triple sec

1 ounce (2 tablespoons) freshly squeezed lemon juice

3/4 ounce (1 ½ tablespoon) simple syrup

1 bottle CBD Lemonade Chill Shot

Not into lemon-based drinks? Don’t worry, we’ve got a few more cocktail recipes for you to check out.

FOCUS MUSHROOM + CBD DROPS: CBG ENERGY BLEND

Even if you don’t like mushrooms in some of your favorite dishes, you’re going to fall in love with our new Mushroom CBD Tinctures because they have a robust wellness-enhancing profile that gives you an advantage when it comes to your health and wellness goals.

We have two new formulations with a blend of additional cannabinoids to give you a little something extra — CBG to add a little spark to your day and CBN when you need help relaxing. We decided to create a special citrus CBD drink recipe for the CBG energy blend, since it embodies the natural flavor notes of Sicilian lemon.

Check it out …

CBD CITRUS BREEZER

You’ll love this simple citrus drink, since it gives a little pick-me-up when you need to calm your mind without getting sleepy. Serves three.

Note: You need a few mason jars with lids to make this recipe.

Citrus Breezer Ingredients:

1 lemon

1 lime

1 orange

1 grapefruit

12 ounces chilled vodka

6 teaspoons granulated sugar

Three 12-ounce cans of citrus soda

3 droppers Focus Mushroom + CBD Drops: CBG Energy Blend

Directions: 

1. Wash all of your fruit, then cut it into thin slices. Place all the fruit into the mason jars evenly and pour your chilled vodka on top.
2. Screw the mason jar lid on top and shake well.
3. When you’re ready to serve these breezy CBD cocktails, just toss in a couple of ice cubes and pour your citrus soda right on top — easy breezy!

OKAY, BUT HOW MUCH CBD DO I USE?

One of the biggest questions people have about making CBD cocktails is how much CBD to put in the drinks. This greatly depends on your experience level with cannabinoids. If you’re new to CBD, you want to take things slow and keep track of your serving amount.

You still want to monitor your intake if you have experience, but you have a little more wiggle room because you understand serving amounts, effects, and other essential aspects of CBD. To be safe, check the recommended serving size on your product packaging and adhere to that recommendation.

FINAL THOUGHTS ON CBD COCKTAILS

The holidays are upon us, so it’s the perfect time to whip up some of these CBD cocktail recipes to keep your cool amidst all the hustle and bustle. Keep in mind that all of the products we suggested today in our recipes contain organic hemp that’s lab-tested with the highest level of quality and care — so you can sip assured (pun intended!).