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Edibles are foods or beverages that have been infused with cannabis for a smokeless experience. There are many forms, including gummies, lozenges, chocolate, baked goods, beverages, tinctures, oils, butters, honeys and more. With a variety of products and a full spectrum of dosing options, there’s truly an edible for everyone. Here’s a look at how edibles are made and some of our favorite options.
How are edibles made?
It all starts with cannabis distillate, a type of high-concentration extract. Distillate is created using a series of processes that extract the active chemicals—cannabinoids and terpenes—from the dried flower. The result is a potent, flavorless oil that can be used for making edibles.
Cannabis oil can be added to just about any recipe, but some of the most common are gummies and lozenges. They’re generally produced by combining cannabis oil, sugar, corn syrup and water to create lozenges, with the addition of gelatin to make gummies. Depending on the recipe, natural flavors are added, too.
Once brought to the right temperature, the mixture forms an infused syrup that can then be poured into a mold and cooled. In commercial facilities, this is done using a machine that dispenses the perfect amount of product into each mold. Once cooled, the infused edibles are ready to be packaged, tested and sent to the dispensary for sale.
Importance of high-quality ingredients
When choosing edibles, finding high-quality ingredients is important because it means a better and healthier product. The team at Deep Roots Harvest uses a farm-to-body cannabis program that emphasizes sustainable, natural ingredients and 100% Nevada-grown cannabis. They make two edibles on-site in Mesquite—Cheeba Chews and Helix Gummies.
Cheeba Chews are a pillowy taffy that have a smooth, chewy consistency. They have several different cannabinoid blends and dosages for varying effects. Cheeba Chews are considered an industry leader in the edible world.
Helix Gummies are flavored gummies coated in sugar. At 10 milligrams, they are consistently best sellers for their potency and taste.
Why is the potency measured by milligram instead of percentage?
When buying flower, the THC percentage is an indicator of potency, but when buying edibles, THC is measured in milligrams. The measurements reflect the amount of THC present in each individual dose, as well as the amount present in the entire package of edibles. Ten milligrams is a common dosage, but there are also many smaller dose and microdose options on the market, so you can find the dosage that works for you.
Who should try edibles?
Many individuals prefer edibles for ease, the wide assortment of products, and achieving the desired effect. Edibles are especially desirable for people who don’t like smoking or vaping, or those with respiratory conditions. They’re also easy to reliably dose, allowing you to consume your preferred amount of cannabis.
