SIP AND CHILL: CBD DRINK MIXES FOR SUMMER

With summer heating up (kind of), it’s best to have some refreshing but healthy drinks at hand. This summer, it’s time to take your dranks to the next level, with a touch of ice and wellness – thanks to hemp!

CBD drink mixes are becoming more and more popular due to the benefits that they offer. Plus the convenience and versatility they offer too.

Whether you’re sipping on a glass of iced tea while barbecuing out the back, to taking a cold brew to the beach for a swim or a stroll, adding CBD into your favourite drinks is a great way to unwind these summer months.

CBD is a plant-based chemical compound found in the hemp plant, with non-psychoactive effects. But what it does do is offer the user a host of potential health benefits like the easing of anxiety, natural pain relief and a better sleep cycle.

Having CBD in your drinks can be a simple and tasty way of getting the above benefits on a daily basis. In this how-to article, we will guide you through the steps to create your very own CBD-infused iced tea or if you prefer, a CBD cold brew coffee. Make it feel like summer, even if the weather doesn’t add up.

CBD ICED TEA

So, why is CBD iced tea a great choice? This drink is popular especially in summer, and CBD drops can be added to make it even better. It’s the perfect way to help reduce stress and anxiety while also boosting hydration and using as a refreshment in the warm air.

Did you know? Much research shows that CBD works by interacting with the body’s endocannabinoid system. This system supports mood, pain responses, inflammation, and stress regulation (plus more!).

HOW TO PREPARE CBD ICED TEA?

INGREDIENTS:

• Four cups of water
• Four tea bags (black tea or herbal)
• One or two tablespoons of honey or agave syrup (optional)
• Slices of lemon or mint leaves (if you wish!)
• CBD oil drops of your choice (follow your brand’s guidelines if unsure)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Pour the water and put the tea bags in. Let it steep for 5-10 minutes depending on the strength you like.
2. Take out the tea bags and allow the tea to cool down to room temperature.
3. If you want it sweet, add honey or agave syrup and stir well.
4. Once the tea is cool, drop in the desired amount of CBD oil.
5. Pour the tea into a pitcher, add ice cubes, and let it sit in the refrigerator until it is cold.
6. Serve in glasses with fresh lemon or mint for the perfect summer deoch.

BENEFITS:

Relax – Tea contains antioxidants which can help to relieve stress in the body. CBD is known to have calming effects!

Hydrate – Helps to keep you hydrated, especially during the warmer summer months (we hope).

Customise – Easy to create your favourite flavour and adjust the strength to suit your own taste buds and needs.

CBD COLD BREW

Why make a CBD infused cold brew? Cold brew coffee is a type of iced coffee which is less acidic and smoother in taste. It’s a great one to drink during the summer months,

A benefit of adding CBD to your cold brew is that it can counteract the jittery effects of caffeine; useful for those who want the energy boost of coffee without the anxiety.

HOW TO MAKE A CBD-INFUSED COLD BREW?

INGREDIENTS:

• One cup of coarsely ground coffee.
• 4 cups of cold water.
• Simple syrup or sweetener of choice to taste, 1-2 tablespoons.
• CBD Oil drops of your choice
• Ice cubes

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Add ground coffee and cold water into a large jug or pitcher.
2. Stir gently to make sure that all the granules are soaked.
3. Leave it to infuse in the refrigerator for 12-24 hours.
4. The coffee is now ready to serve, pour it through a fine mesh sieve or a coffee filter into a clean pitcher.
5. If you want, you can also drizzle in a bit of simple syrup or any sweetener of choice.
6. Add the amount of CBD oil that you wish to use and then swirl the bottle to mix well.
7. Strain the liquid and pour over ice; then drink!

BENEFITS:

Energise – CBD can counteract anxiety or the feeling of being jittery that people can feel when they drink caffeine.

Digest – Cold brew coffee is not as acidic as regular coffee which makes it easier on the stomach and those prone to reflux.

Prep – Easy to make in advance and to store in the refrigerator for later on.

WHY ADD CBD DROPS?

CBD drink mixes have become popular due to the fact that they are easily and quickly consumed, are convenient day to day, and have added potential health benefits.

So, adding CBD drops to the summer drinks means you can easily and comfortably introduce Cannabidiol into your life.

1. CONVENIENT

CBD drinks offer a flexible way to add CBD to your diet. They offer women and men a way to manage their intake as per personal needs – while also enjoying a cool drink!

By adding a few drops to your favourite drink you get a quick and straightforward way to incorporate CBD into your day without the need for capsules or edibles or the natural, earthy flavour from drops placed under the tongue.

CBD drink mixes are especially beneficial for those who are always on the go and prefer not to carry products with them.

2. HEALTHY

Adding CBD into beverages can also add potential benefits associated with the plant it comes from – hemp. Noted benefits include stress and pain relief, improved sleep and reduced inflammation.

3. TASTY

Infusing drinks with CBD can change the act of taking supplements into a more pleasant experience for many. Drinkss like CBD iced tea or a cold brew are not only refreshing but also offer a tasty way to add some hemp happy benefits.

4. ABSORBANT

When CBD drops are mixed into a drink, particularly one that contains fats or oils, the bioavailability (degree to which a substance is absorbed into the bloodstream) —can be better.

5. DOSING

Using CBD drops in your cold drinks allows for personal control over dosing. Users can easily adjust the amount of CBD they take by varying the number of drops in their drinks recipes.