What Are THC Drinks? A Guide to Weed Drinks

Cannabis beverages have quietly become one of the most exciting categories in the market. If you haven’t tried one yet, you’re missing something that’s genuinely unique. 

And here’s the best part: Sunday Drive in Woodstock, Vermont, has curated a drinks menu that covers everything from beer-inspired THC seltzers to Vermont maple sodas. Here’s what you need to know before you crack one open.

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What Are THC Drinks?

THC drinks, also called weed-infused drinks or cannabis beverages, are exactly what they sound like: beverages infused with THC, the primary psychoactive compound in cannabis. They come in a wide range of formats, including sodas, seltzers, teas, and drink mixes, each with its own flavor profile and effects.

What makes them different from a traditional edible is how the THC gets absorbed. Rather than going through full digestion like a gummy or a chocolate, cannabis beverages are absorbed partly through your mouth and stomach lining. That, in turn, changes both the onset time and the overall experience.

How THC Drinks Work

Most people ask about the onset time first. The answer to that question depends on the formulation.

Standard cannabis beverages typically kick in within 15 to 45 minutes. That said, products made with nanoemulsion technology, through which the THC molecules are broken down into microscopic particles for faster absorption, can hit in as little as 10 to 20 minutes.

Most people find their experience to be at its most intense around 60 to 90 minutes after drinking, after which it begins to fade naturally, usually in 2 to 4 hours, depending on the dose and your personal metabolism. 

In terms of dosing, 5 mg THC drinks are a gentle starting point for newer consumers, while 10mg THC drinks are well-suited to people with some experience. The general rule is the same everywhere: start low and give it time.

Weed drinks have a few practical advantages over other consumption methods: no smoke, no smell, and no rolling or packing. As a result, a can of seltzer fits naturally into almost any social situation. Dosing is consistent and clearly labeled, which takes a lot of guesswork out compared to estimating a dose by eye.

Popular THC Drinks and Mixes at Sunday Drive Dispensary

Our drinks menu is stocked entirely with Vermont-made beverages from brands that take their craft seriously. Here are some of our most popular options:

• Taunik GG4 Champagne-Inspired Seltzer: This celebratory seltzer brings the earthy, sour notes of GG4 into a lightly sparkling, champagne-style cannabis drink with 10mg THC per can.
• YUT Maple Creme Soda: From Vermont’s YUT, this handcrafted small-batch soda taps into the state’s most iconic ingredient, with Vermont maple syrup and vanilla creating a wonderfully balanced 10mg THC experience.
• Forbin’s Finest Strawberry Slurp Seltzer: A Taunik x Forbin’s Finest collab, this sweet strawberry seltzer delivers 10mg THC with the kind of flavor that takes you right back to summer as a kid.
• Steezy Cultivation THC Blood Orange Seltzer: Two servings of THC in every can of this refreshing orange seltzer. The brand is a Tier 3 hydroponic cultivation facility.

• Taunik Park Life Brews India Pale Ale-ish (Not Beer): Born from Taunik’s deep roots in craft brewing, this beer-inspired beverage captures the hop-forward character of an IPA with 10mg of THC and none of the alcohol.
• Upstate Elevator THC Blackberry Zinger Soda: Wild blackberry and orange into a tart, citrusy bite sweetened with blue agave and lifted by 10mg of THC for a relaxed, easygoing buzz.
• YUT Ginger Pop: Also from YUT, this small-batch ginger soda uses organic ginger juice, Vermont maple syrup, and a hint of birch for a spiced, grounding 5mg THC option that’s perfect for those easing into cannabis drinks.
• Clean Cannabis THC Sparkling Apple Cider: Imagine the crisp, authentic taste of Vermont’s finest apple cider, now with a delightful twist. Carbonation and a subtle dose of THC to enhance your day.
• Pinnacle Valley Farms Mocha Melt 5MG THC 10PK Dissolvable Powder Packets: This rich mocha blend brings creamy cocoa depth, subtle roasted coffee notes, and a rounded sweetness that melts effortlessly into hot beverages. Infused with fast-acting nano-hash rosin, it delivers a cozy, balanced hybrid effect.

Avoid mixing cannabis beverages with alcohol. And like any cannabis product, keep your weed drinks labeled and out of reach of anyone who shouldn’t be having them.

Frequently Asked Questions About Weed Drinks

What are weed drinks?

Weed drinks are cannabis beverages infused with THC and sometimes CBD, available in formats like seltzers, sodas, and teas. They’re consumed like any drink and absorbed through the digestive system rather than the lungs.

Are THC drinks legal in Vermont?

Yes. Vermont has had legal adult-use cannabis since 2022. You need to be 21 or older to purchase at a licensed dispensary like Sunday Drive.

Where can I buy THC drinks near Woodstock, VT?

Sunday Drive at 442 Woodstock Road, Suite 3A, carries a full selection of Vermont-made cannabis beverages. Browse the drinks section of our online menu before you visit.

Discover Your Next Favorite THC Drink at Sunday Drive

Whether you’re curious about cannabis drinks or you’ve already got a favorite brand, our drinks menu at Sunday Drive dispensary is worth a try. We’re open Saturday through Tuesday, 10 AM to 6 PM, and Wednesday through Friday, 9 AM to 7 PM.

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