Good Night, Better Morning: THC as a Gentler Swap for Alcohol

Whether you are already an experienced cannabis consumer or someone curious about learning more, the exploration of THC as an alternative to alcohol can help you make an informed, intentional choice about your recreational experiences. 

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Why Choose Cannabis Over Alcohol?

As Forbes reports, this trend is strong among young adults, who are “increasingly choosing cannabis-infused beverages over alcohol.” 

Replacing alcohol with cannabis has even gained the nickname of “California sober,” and a study from Brown University found that “when the participants smoked the cannabis with THC, they drank less alcohol.” While research will continue on the long-term impacts of these choices, plenty of cannabis consumers have weighed in on what makes them choose THC over alcohol. 

Freedom From Hangovers

Alcohol is often associated with undesirable symptoms like headache, stomach pain, fatigue, and vomiting. These hangover symptoms can be hard to predict, as many users find it easy to overindulge on alcohol. Cannabis, on the other hand, comes with far fewer side effects and more exact dosing. While cannabis can have residual effects, most people find them far less common and far milder than alcohol. 

Discreet Consumption Methods

Cannabis consumers have different consumption methods available to them, and some prefer discreet options. Edibles like gummies and tinctures that can be added to seltzers or hot teas provide discretion with a customizable dosage. 

Curating a Specific Experience 

Many cannabis consumers choose their strains to carefully curate the effect that fits their mood and needs. With sativa strains to create an uplifting high, indica strains to produce a mellow buzz, and hybrid options that allow a wide range of experiences, cannabis is versatile and customizable.

9 Products That Fit a “Less Alcohol, More Intention” Lifestyle

At Sunday Drive, we’re proud to keep our shelves stocked with a wide range of cannabis products to fit every lifestyle. If you’re looking to lean into a recreational option that’s less about alcohol and more intentional, we recommend these picks.

THC Drinks

1. Forbins Finest’s Tahiti Lime: This crisp, citrusy drink offers a refreshing buzz with no aftertaste. 
2. Taunik’s Inner Speaker: Black tea, lemon, and rosemary make this a light and refreshing treat. 
3. YUT THC Ginger Pop: A low-dose cannabis-infused soda made with organic ginger juice, Vermont maple syrup, and a hint of birch.

Low-Dose Edibles

4. Rosie’s Pink Paradise Gummies: This candy-like flavor packs a pleasant, uplifting buzz. 
5. Stone Leaf’s Cran Razz Stone Drops: This hard candy edible is made in handcrafted small batches for high-quality highs. 
6. Treatz VT’s Wild Berry Gummies: Known for their fast-acting gummies, Treatz VT brings you a delicious 5mg option. 

Mellow Pre-Rolls

7. Backcountry Botanicals’ Lunch Money 2pk: This pre-roll from Backcountry Botanicals offers a balanced, relaxing hybrid strain.
8. Pinnacle Valley Farms’ Milk and Cookies: A premium pre-roll with sweet and creamy vanilla flavor, with nutty, baked cookie essence and a touch of spice.
9. Forbins Finest Garlic Breath: Forbins Finest brings us a well-known strain that’s calming for both mind and body.

Using THC Responsibly in Social Settings

While cannabis has many benefits and the opportunity to carefully curate your experience, it’s still important to consume responsibly and not drive under the influence. 

Never mix cannabis and alcohol. The combined effects can lead to greater impairment and unsafe results. It’s always a good idea to start low with your THC dosage and give it time for the effects to take place. This is especially true for edibles, which can have a delayed impact of up to two hours. 

Visit Sunday Drive to Talk About Alcohol Alternatives

The Sunday Drive budtenders are here to help you find the alcohol alternatives that meet your needs! Stop by our Woodstock recreational dispensary today to explore options for relaxation, socializing, or unwinding without the hangover.

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