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Contrary to popular belief, CBD (cannibidiol) will not get you high. What it will do however, is put your mind, body, (and most likely spirit) at ease after a stressful day and we could all use a little more of that. Since CBD oil (and CBD cocktails) don't contain any traceable THC, you'll be buzzed... just without the side effects that sometimes go along with lighting up, puff puff pass style.
So why even both with this ingredient and extra step in your craft libation game if you can get tipsy the old-fashioned, sans it? Well for starters, it's anti-inflammatory, is proven to lower cortisol (the hormone activated by stress), helps with insomnia, and it offers a sense of anxiety-curing calm, which we'll take any day of the week. Get ready to bust out your cocktail shaker and whip up a batch of these trendy tipples.
Hibiscus Grapefruit Negroni
Did you know that hibiscus is actually one of 2022's biggest food trends? And for good reason — it's delicious! Pairing dried hibiscus flowers with your favorite sweetener provides a nice balance to the tart flavor of grapefruit and limes.
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The Chill Lebowski
Courtesy of The Nickel at Hotel Teatro in Denver, CO
(Makes 1 cocktail)
Ingredients:
- 1 ounces Mell Vodka
- 1 ounce (single shot) espresso
- 1 ounce honey syrup
- 3/4 ounces Ancho Reyes Chili Liqueur
- 1/2 ounce Frangelico
- 1 egg white
- 2 dashes chocolate bitters
Directions:
- Combine all ingredients in a shaker (except CBD oil) and shake vigorously to create a frothy head.
- Double strain the cocktail into a snifter glass and allow the drink to settle for a few seconds.
- Empty CBD oil (pre-measured in a capsule) on top of the cocktail in the froth — no garnish necessary.
The (Zen)tail
Vodka and ginger beer taste great on their own, but put them together and you have a seriously amazing drink. Raspberries, mint, and lemon add a layer of flavor that tastes delicious with the alcohol, but would also taste amazing in lemonade or another summer mocktail!
Pick Up Lime
The lime, strawberry syrup, and yogurt combo in this recipe tastes so good together, we might have to try it in a breakfast parfait ;). The crème liqueur and yogurt make this drink silky smooth.
The CuraFizz
Courtesy of Curaleaf Hemp
(Makes 1 cocktail)
Ingredients:
- Ice
- 2 ounces gin
- 1/2 ounce lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce Aperol (can substitute with a strawberry or raspberry puree to save $ if need be)
- 1 egg white
- Rose petal for garnish
Directions:
- Place all ingredients in a shaker with no ice for a dry shake for no less than 10 seconds.
- Add ice to the shaker and give a final shake.
- Pour the liquid into a lowball glass and garnish with a rose petal.
Minty CBD Iced Coffee Cooler
It's super easy to mix in your favorite booze to this recipe, but it also tastes great on its own! We already drink coffee everyday, we might as well spruce it up a bit.
Goodful's CBD Cocktail
If you're a lemon and lavender fan, then this drink is for you. Mix up some lavender simple syrup (all you have to do is simmer lavender buds in a sugar and water mixture for 5 minutes) before you put all your ingredients in your shaker. Add some extra lavender for a stronger flavor.
Less Than Zero
Courtesy of Parlour Bar at Dream Nashville in Nashville, TN
(Makes 1 cocktail)
Ingredients:
- Ice
- Cucumber slices for muddling
- 1 1/2 ounces Blanco Tequila
- 1/2 ounce Lillet Blanc
- 3/4 ounces honey syrup
- 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
- 3 dashes of Spiced Cherry Bitters
Directions:
- Muddle cucumber and fresh lime juice.
- Shake all other ingredients over ice, double strain into Coupe glass, finish with dashes of Spiced Cherry Bitters.
- Garnish with lit CBD flower joint.
CBD Ginger Beer
The bourbon in this recipe provides an earthy and full undertone to the sharp ginger and lemon juice. Our mouths are already watering.
Cannectar CBD Cocktail
This cocktail looks beautiful, but is actually super simple — especially since it only has four ingredients (five if you count the orange garnish).
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