THC generally refers to delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, which is the primary psychoactive ingredient in cannabis.  This is what gives you the “high” effect when you smoke cannabis, consume a cannabis edible, or sip on a cannabis-infused drink.

Delta-9 THC connects with your body’s CB1 and CB2 receptors that are found in your brain and nervous system.  This also activates your brain’s reward system, dopamine, bringing a pleasurable effect across your body (just like alcohol).

While delta-9 THC is typically what people are referring to when they say THC, there are also other variations like delta-8 and delta-10 THC.  These are just two of hundreds of other cannabinoids that are found in cannabis plants, but typically in a much smaller quantity than delta-9 THC or CBD.  Both delta-8 and delta-10 THC connect with your body’s CB1 and CB2 receptors just like delta-9 THC does, but a key difference is they are less psychoactive than delta-9 THC.  The other difference is that they are typically produced from hemp-derived CBD chemical conversion, while delta-9 THC is typically derived from marijuana plants where it is found in abundance.

Delta-9 THC is also approved by the FDA for treating chemotherapy-induced nausea and stimulating appetite in HIV/AIDS patients, while delta-8 and delta-10 are not FDA-approved for any purposes.  

Delta-8 and delta-10 THC have also been under increased scrutiny from the DEA, who claim that even when they are derived from hemp CBD, they should be considered as controlled substances and federally illegal.  This has led to many states trying to ban delta-8 and delta-10 infused products, but ultimately few have been successful as federal judges have stepped in and declared them legal under the 2018 US Farm Bill.

CBD is an abbreviation for cannabidiol and is typically derived from hemp.  CBD does not produce a psychoactive effect and is known for having more of a calming/relaxing effect on the body.

The science behind CBD is not as well known as compared to THC, but researchers think that CBD slows down signals to your brain and lowers inflammation.  In 2018, the FDA approved CBD for treating epilepsy.

While evidence and research are still limited, many people believe and have found CBD to help with an array of common issues such as anxiety, insomnia, chronic pain like inflammation or arthritis, and even curb the craving for addictive substances like alcohol, tobacco, heroin, opiates, and stimulants.

Generally, THC provides an effect that makes people feel light, chilled out, euphoric, creative, happy, giggly, and sometimes even chatty, but it really is different from person to person.  When you start at a micro-dose 2.5mg or 5mg, you give yourself the best chance at having a nice light social buzz / high that should not be too overwhelming.

Thanks to modern technology, the average THC beverage’s effects can now be felt within 10 - 20 minutes, or potentially even sooner depending on the dose, speed of consumption, and the consumer.  This is because of a scientific innovation known as micro or nano-emulsification.  These emulsions break down the THC distillate into tiny, water-soluble droplets, creating a stable liquid that is dispersed evenly throughout the beverage so you feel an increase in effect as you sip (just like you would with alcohol).  What makes this process such a breakthrough is that because of the particle size, the THC enters your cell membranes and bloodstream at a much quicker rate than old-school edibles or that pot brownie your cousin made, which makes the onset of any effects much faster since each droplet contains the same amount of THC.

The two most reputable names in this space are Sorse and Vertosa, and you can learn more about their technologies by visiting their websites. Most of the THC beverages currently on the market work with one of these partners for emulsion technology.

Typically when finding a beverage or other hemp/cannabis product that is right for you, the thing you should be most conscious of is THC content, as this is what your body will have the most noticeable reaction to and will create the intoxicating/psychoactive effect.  Some beverages have just THC, some have THC and CBD, and some even have just CBD (beverages with just CBD are not intoxicating). 

The difference between a beverage with just THC and THC & CBD is not that much different, it really depends on consumer preferences and what you have found to work for you.  Some brands add CBD along with THC because they have found that it provides a nice complimentary effect and can reduce some of the unwanted side effects of THC like anxiety.  This is also known as the “entourage effect”, which is the belief that when multiple cannabis compounds are consumed together, they can produce a better effect than when they are consumed alone.  However, while there is some limited research on this topic, the entourage effect is still considered a “theory” and not proven by conclusive evidence.

Just like alcohol or any other drug, the more THC or CBD you take (especially in a short time period), the more of its effects you will feel and at a quicker rate.  Dosing is something that depends on a number of different factors and varies for everyone, just like in alcohol consumption.  To learn more about dosing, please visit the Dosing page.

Hemp and cannabis both belong to the same plant species, Cannabis Sativa. The two plants also look practically identical.  The main differences lie on the inside, and have also been defined by the 2018 US Farm Bill: hemp is defined as any cannabis plant that contains 0.3% THC or less by dry weight and is federally legal.  Any cannabis plant with a THC percentage higher than that is classified as cannabis or marijuana, is federally illegal, and is only legal in states that have legalized marijuana and set up laws and agencies to regulate it.

To make things really simple: hemp has a high CBD content and low THC content, and cannabis/marijuana has a high THC content and low CBD content.

All hemp is cannabis, but not all cannabis is hemp.

The impairment effects of edible products may be delayed by two hours or more. These products have not been analyzed or approved by the FDA. There is limited information on the side effects of using the product, and they may be associated with health risks. Marijuana use during pregnancy and breastfeeding may pose potential harm. It is against the law to drive or operate machinery when under the influence of these products. KEEP THESE PRODUCTS AWAY FROM CHILDREN. These are for individuals of 21+ years of age only.

All of the brands mentioned on this site and sold in our bundles are hemp derived delta-9 THC beverages, which contain less 0.3% THC by dry weight in compliance with the 2018 US Farm Bill and are 100% legal to purchase and consume. As you explore brands, you will find that some ship to all 50 states and others have some states blacklisted; this is because while technically these products are legal nationwide, certain states have taken action to move against hemp derived THC products. We ship our bundles to all states besides Alaska, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Vermont, and Washington.