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New Year’s Eve is the perfect excuse to mix things up and try something a little different in the drink department. Whether adding a few drops of tincture or stirring in some homemade cannabis simple syrup, infused mocktails bring both flavor and good vibes to the party. Here are some of Emerald’s favorites:
Easy Cannabis-Infused Simple Syrups
Sometimes, the simplest way to create a cannabis drink is by using cannabis-infused syrups. This recipe from RISE is an easy way to add a little extra kick to any mocktail. Perfect for New Year’s celebrations, the syrup combines brown and white sugar for a rich sweetness, while giving the option to customize the potency.
Servings: Approximately 2 cups
Start-to-finish: 1.5 hours (if you need to decarb the cannabis) 45 minutes (if the cannabis is already decarbed)
Ingredients:
3.5–7g decarboxylated cannabis (adjust to desired potency)
1/3 cup brown sugar
2/3 cup white sugar
2 cups water
Cheesecloth or fine strainer
Whisk
Saucepan
Instructions:
In a saucepan, combine the water and sugars over low heat. Stir frequently until the sugar dissolves completely.
Once the sugar has dissolved, add the decarboxylated cannabis to the saucepan. Stir to combine and let the mixture simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Keep the heat low to prevent burning or overheating the cannabis.
For a thicker syrup, add glucose syrup or another 1/2 cup of sugar. Let it simmer for an additional 6-7 minutes, stirring regularly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool slightly. Then, strain out the cannabis plant material using a fine strainer or cheesecloth.
Let the syrup cool completely before transferring it to a jar or bottle. Store it in the fridge and use it in mocktails, cocktails, or any drink that needs a little extra sweetness and relaxation.
5 Recipes for Cannabis-Infused New Year’s Eve Mocktails
1. Sparkling Citrus Dream
A refreshing and effervescent mocktail that brings a burst of citrus flavor with a relaxing cannabis twist. This recipe from Kush21 combines the bright, zesty flavors of orange, lemon, and lime, paired with a light, bubbly texture.
Serves: 1
Start-to-finish: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
1 cup sparkling water
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
THC or CBD tincture of choice (adjust to desired potency)
1 tbsp agave syrup or honey
Ice cubes
Orange and lemon slices for garnish
Instructions:
In a shaker, combine fresh orange juice, fresh lemon juice, cannabis tincture, and agave syrup.Shake well to combine.
Fill a glass with ice cubes.
Pour the cannabis-infused citrus mixture over the ice.
Top it off with sparkling water.
Garnish with slices of orange and lemon.
Stir gently and enjoy the refreshing taste with a hint of cannabis relaxation.
2. Mary Jane Moscow Mule
A cannabis-infused take on the classic Moscow Mule, The Mary Jane Moscow Mule is the perfect blend of spicy ginger beer, tangy lime, and the subtle relaxation of CBD or THC tincture. Here’s a delicious recipe from Marijuana Times:
Serves: 1
Start-to-finish: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
4 to 6 ounces of ginger beer
½ ounce of fresh lime juice
2 ounces of club soda or carbonated beverage or juice of choice
THC or CBD tincture of choice (adjust to desired potency)
Ice
Instructions:
Add the ice to a mule mug
Add the ginger beer, lime juice, tincture, and carbonated beverage (or zero proof spirits).
Stir and enjoy.
3. Cannabis-Infused Lemonade Fizz
A sparkling, citrusy mocktail that’s perfect for a light and refreshing start to the New Year. This is an ideal drink for those seeking something bright and flavorful with a gentle twist.
Serves: 1
Start-to-finish: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
8 oz fresh lemonade
1-2 tsp infused simple syrup (see recipe above)
1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
1/4 oz agave or honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
Sparkling water or club soda
Ice
Lemon wheel for garnish
Instructions:
In a glass, combine fresh lemonade, lemon juice, and cannabis-infused simple syrup.
Stir well, then add ice to chill.
Top with sparkling water or club soda for a fizzy, refreshing finish.
Garnish with a lemon wheel and enjoy a light, uplifting sip.
4. Berry Bliss Mocktail
A delightful and fruity mocktail that packs a punch of berry goodness. This one from Bloom Marijuana is quite simple—perfect for those who want a natural, sweet treat.
Serves: 1
Start-to-finish: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
1/2 cup mixed berries (such as raspberries, blueberries, and strawberries)
1/2 cup lemonade
cannabis tincture or simple syrup to taste
Instructions:
Muddle the mixed berries in a glass
Add lemonade and cannabis tincture or syrup
Stir well and enjoy the fruity goodness.
5. Ginger Lime Fizz
A refreshing, slightly spicy twist on the classic fizz, ideal for ringing in the New Year.
Serves: 1
Start-to-finish: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
1 oz fresh lime juice
1 oz cannabis-infused simple syrup (see recipe above)
4 oz ginger beer (for extra spice, or ginger ale for a milder taste)
Ice
Lime wedge or mint sprig (for garnish)
Instructions:
Fill a tall glass or highball glass with ice.
In a shaker or mixing glass, combine the fresh lime juice and cannabis-infused simple syrup.
Stir well to ensure the syrup is fully incorporated.
Pour the lime and syrup mixture over the ice in a glass and top it off with ginger beer. Stir gently to combine, allowing the fizziness to mix with the citrusy flavors.
Garnish with a lime wedge or a sprig of fresh mint to give it a refreshing, festive touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy.
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