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CBD Drinks to Know About

by Jeff Tait
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CBD beverages are well on their way to becoming one of the most successful consumption methods among users today. These CBD-infused drinks are starting to showcase why they are the next big hit in the cannabis industry. With the massive demand in topical skincare and oils, CBD was already the most prominent, best selling supplemental health element in the wellness space in 2019. Now in 2020, CBD drinks (CBD-infused waters, smoothies, teas, coffee, kombucha brews, cocktails, and sports drinks) are popping up just about everywhere you turn.

Today, there are many CBD drinks on the market, from sparkling water to energy shots. However, these CBD-infused beverages all fall within the following eight categories.

Types of CBD Drinks

Types of CBD Drinks

With the many ways CBD can be formulated, the possibilities for CBD drinks can seem almost limitless. For those looking for a drink infused with CBD, the categories include:

  • CBD Tea
  • CBD Smoothies
  • Bottled CBD Water
  • Energy Drinks
  • CBD Kombucha
  • CBD Cocktails
  • Powdered Drink Mixes
  • CBD Coffee

Although each of these options presents a different avenue for CBD users, they all boast unique characteristics, all bolstered when used with high-quality CBD. Potential CBD drinkers should consider the various aspects of each before choosing which CBD-infused beverage works best for them.

CBD in Smoothies

When it comes to making CBD smoothies, you’ve got quite a few options to choose from. The following are some common superfood ingredients you can add to your CBD mix to enhance its nutritious value:

  • Avocado
  • Oats
  • Pineapple
  • Papaya
  • Mango
  • Almonds
  • Almond butter
  • Almond milk
  • Cacao
  • Greek yogurt or kefir
  • Chia seeds
  • Hemp seeds
  • Dark leafy greens (spinach, kale, chard, arugula)
  • Berries (blueberries, raspberries, goji berries, acai berries, strawberries)

A healthy smoothie is one thing, but a healthy smoothie with CBD provides an additional boost of benefits that is excellent for overall balance and wellness. CBD water and CBD coffee are all the craze. Why not CBD smoothies?

We’ve gathered this list of some of the most delicious smoothie recipes for you.

5 CBD Drink Recipes

5 CBD Drink Recipes

1.Green Super Antioxidant CBD Smoothie

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup spinach
  • ½ banana
  • 1 cup kale
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons cacao
  • Small handful almonds
  • Small handful cashews
  • ½ can full-fat coconut milk
  • ¼- ½ cup of almond milk
  • 15mg+ CBD oil tincture

Instructions:

Place banana, kale, spinach, kale, cashews, almonds, coconut milk, and almond milk in a blender and mix. Add cinnamon, cacao, and CBD oil and blend for a few more seconds.

2.CBD Tea for Sleep

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup distilled water
  • 1 tablespoon chamomile leaves
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 15mg+ CBD oil tincture

Instructions:

Boil purified water in a bowl. Add the chamomile and allow the leaves to steep for about 5 minutes. Pour the flower water into a mug. Add in your CBD tincture. Pour the honey and milk in and mix.

3.Banana Oatmeal CBD Smoothie

Ingredients:

  • 1 banana
  • ¼ cup rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon honey or CBD-infused honey
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 15mg+ CBD oil tincture

Instructions:

Place rolled oats, banana, Greek yogurt, and almond milk in a blender and mix. Add honey, cinnamon, and CBD oil and blend for a few seconds or until thoroughly blended.

4.Tropical CBD Smoothie

Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup of frozen mango chunks
  • ¼ cup of plain Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup of coconut milk
  • ¼ cup frozen or fresh papaya
  • 2 cups of spinach or kale
  • ½ frozen banana
  • ¼ cup of frozen pineapple chunks
  • 1-3 tablespoons honey or CBD-infused honey
  • 15mg+ CBD oil tincture

Instructions:

Put the banana, mango, greens, pineapple, papaya, yogurt, and coconut milk in a blender and mix. Add your CBD oil and honey and blend for a few more seconds.

5.Chocolate Beet and Berry CBD Smoothie

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup blueberries
  • ½ cup coconut water
  • 1 frozen banana
  • ½ cup strawberries
  • ½ cup coconut milk (may sub 1 cup coconut milk and omit coconut water)
  • ½ cup raw beets, peeled and chopped
  • 1-3 teaspoons cacao
  • 1-3 teaspoons honey or CBD-infused honey
  • 15mg+ CBD oil tincture

Instructions:

Put the beets, berries, banana, coconut water, and coconut milk in a blender and mix well. Add honey, cacao, and CBD oil and blend for a few seconds until all ingredients are fully fused.

Takeaway

With all of the options available, choosing the best CBD drink could be both difficult and overwhelming. The two most important considerations when buying a CBD beverage instead of making some at home should be the type of beverage that will be most suitable for your lifestyle, and the overall purpose you have for your CBD product usage. Once you’ve considered these two issues, your decision will come naturally.