Here’s a recipe for a refreshing cannabis-infused cocktail:
Cannabis-Infused Lemonade Mojito
Ingredients:
- 1-2 grams of cannabis (decarboxylated)
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish
- 2 ounces white rum
- Ice cubes
- Club soda
- Lemon slices, for garnish
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare Cannabis-Infused Simple Syrup
- In a small saucepan, combine water and granulated sugar.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Once the sugar is dissolved, add the decarboxylated cannabis to the saucepan.
- Simmer the mixture over low heat for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Be careful not to let it boil.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- Strain the cannabis-infused simple syrup through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean container. Discard the cannabis solids.
- Store the cannabis-infused simple syrup in a sealed container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Step 2: Prepare the Cocktail
- In a cocktail shaker, muddle the fresh mint leaves to release their aroma and flavor.
- Add 1-2 tablespoons of cannabis-infused simple syrup (adjust according to your desired sweetness) and fresh lemon juice to the cocktail shaker.
- Fill the cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Add white rum to the cocktail shaker.
- Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to chill the ingredients.
- Strain the cocktail into a glass filled with ice cubes.
- Top off the glass with club soda, leaving some room at the top for garnishes.
- Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
- Garnish the cocktail with a sprig of fresh mint and a slice of lemon.
- Serve immediately and enjoy responsibly!
Note: The potency of the cannabis-infused simple syrup will depend on the strength of the cannabis used and personal tolerance levels. Start with a small amount and wait at least an hour before consuming more to gauge the effects. Remember to label any cannabis-infused products clearly and store them securely, out of reach of children and pets.
