What is cannabis infusion

 

Cannabis infusion is the process of infusing oil and other substances with the aroma and flavor of cannabis. A procedure that has been around for long but is fast gaining popularity. Cannabis infusion has medical and recreational use. The infusion method is achieved by using different binding agents and methods. Oil, for example, is a popular choice as it is viable and offers lots of benefits. Another binding agent used for cannabis infusion is butter as it addresses a lack of appetite.

 

The most obvious advantage of cannabis infusion is that, unlike smoking, it can be controlled, and it delays the psychotropic effect. Although, we recommend that users start slow and be flexible to try new products. Do note that you should never try all at once and should stick to a routine after finding out which one works best for you.

 

How to make cannabis infusions?

 

The first step to making a cannabis infusion is to choose the right cannabis strain. Because there are different types of cannabis strains, there are different aromas and flavors. As a result, there is no universal strain that will fit every type of dish you have in mind. When this is done, you need fat as Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is not water-soluble. Fats and oil like avocado oil, coconut oil, butter, bacon fat, and bacon oil are good options to choose from. However, butter and coconut oil offer the best flavor. Combine this with a  few more ingredients and you will have an excellent cannabis infusion.

 

Tasty cannabis infusions that are easy to do at home

 

Cannabutter

 

Like we stated earlier, butter is a very good option for making cannabis infusion. That is unless you are vegan. But if you’re not, here is how you can make cannabutter from the comfort of your home.

 

Ingredients:

Salted butter (1/2 cup)

 

Finely ground cannabis buds (1/4 ounce)

 

How to make:

• In a saucepan, melt the butter on low heat. Leave to simmer after adding the ground buds for 45 minutes on low heat. Stir frequently.
• Strain the butter into a dish with a tight lid. Smash the plant matter with the back of the spoon against the strainer to squeeze the butter.
• Refrigerate or use immediately

 

Since cannabutter is a popular recipe, there are various cannabutter videos, like that one from Veriheal, that you can watch for the best result.

 

Super Lemon Haze Mexican Guacamole

 

Ingredients:

Haas avocado (4)

Sweet white onion (1)

Small heads of garlic (2)

Small cherry tomato (1 cup)

Lime (1)

Basic marijuana olive oil (1 ounce)

Paprika (1 level tsp)

Cayenne pepper (1/2 tsp)

Sea salt and cracked pepper

 

How to make it:

• Peel the avocado and remove the seeds. Mash it in a small bowl.
• Slice the onion, garlic, and cherry tomatoes. Add them to the same bowl
• Cut the lime into two, squeeze the juice into the bowl
• Add the sea salt and cracked pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika, basic olive oil, and chili powder
• Stir until it mixes well and leave to chill for 30mins before serving.

 

Marijuana Olive Oil

 

Ingredients:

Yield: total serving at 1 ounce each. Assume 4 servings.

Olive oil (4 ounces)

Dosed and ground strain of cannabis (4 servings of choice of cannabis)

 

How to make it:

• Choose the strain and dose by using the dosing chart. Set your bud in a bowl after this.
• Put the ground cannabis and olive oil in a pan on a stove and set it on low heat.
• Stir completely until the ground cannabis is covered with oil.
• Let it cook on low heat for 1hour. Set it down and strain with a cheesecloth or mesh strainer into a measuring cup.
• Pour it into a sterilized glass after it cools and secures it tightly.
• Store in a refrigerator. Note, it has 1-month shelf life refrigerated.

 

Banana marijuana ice-cream

Assume six serving

Ingredients: Honey (5 tbsp)

Rum (3 tbsp)

Bananas (15 ounces)

Salt

Cream (18 ounces)

Sugar (5 tbsp)

Finely grounded marijuana (10 grams)

Butter (1/4 stick)

How to make it:

• Prepare a saucepan and heat the cream until it almost boils. Add marijuana to the prepared cream.
• Prepare a second saucepan. Melt the butter with a pinch of salt and sugar
• Pour contents of the pans into one, mix and whisk
• Mash the bananas after peeling in a large bowl. Add cream and butter mixture, honey, and rum.
• Empty the content into a container, cover, and let it freeze for 3 hours
• Pour it into a bowl, whisk, and cover with plastic wrap. Let it freeze until firm.
• Leave in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving

 

Keep in mind…

You might not feel an immediate effect after taking the infusion. Not to worry, unlike smoked cannabis, it takes time to take effect. Hence do not over consume it.