Cannabis Edibles

Most people can probably agree that cannabis edibles are the most delicious way to enjoy marijuana. Sure, some cannabis connoisseurs develop an appreciation for the flower’s natural taste, but it’s hard to beat premium edibles. Gummies, chocolates, and cannabis drinks have changed the way people experience THC. The effects of edibles are slightly different from inhaled cannabis, so there are a few things to know before you choose a flavor and dig in.

How Do Edibles Work?

When you eat activated THC, it goes through your digestive system. This way of processing cannabinoids is significantly different from what happens when you breathe THC into your lungs. Some people say edibles make them feel different from what they normally experience with other cannabis forms like flower or concentrates. Like other forms of cannabis, though, edibles often share characteristics with the strains used to make them.

Timing Cannabis Edibles

Unlike smoking, eating an edible doesn’t lead to immediate results. It normally takes about an hour (and sometimes even longer) before people feel an edible effect. This makes it important to wait a while before deciding your edible didn’t work or eating more. Some days your edible will take longer to kick in depending on what else you’ve had to eat and various other factors.

Once you start to feel something from your sucker, gummy, or chocolate, you may also notice that the feeling lasts longer. A lot of our customers say that eating an edible makes them feel intense effects for longer than they would after smoking cannabis. Don’t underestimate how concentrated the THC is in these delicious cannabis products.

While 10mg is often considered to be a single serving size, the most appealing amount will be different for everyone. The general rule of thumb is to start with smaller serving sizes and take things slowly until you can see the effects. This is especially true if it’s one of the first times you’ve tried edibles.

Storing Cannabis Edibles

Since edibles are food products, they do have a shelf life. Cannabinoids that have been extracted for edibles will last longer than fresh cannabis flowers, but the food itself is still perishable. The package will be labeled with an expiration date, just like most foods. You can also help your edibles stay good longer by keeping them out of the heat and direct sunlight.

Professional Edibles Vs. Homemade Edibles

There’s a big difference in quality control when you compare our edibles to your friend’s homemade brownies. Even the best home chefs are normally making educated guesses about how much THC is in each serving of their edibles. The cannabis edibles you find at Pig ‘N’ Whistle are tested in labs to ensure quality and precise THC content.

In other words, store-bought edibles allow you to know precisely how much THC you’re consuming. When you avoid having to guess, you’re less likely to overdo it accidentally. Making your own edibles can be a blast, but professional edibles’ convenience and accuracy are unbeatable.

Best Edibles in Denver

Here at Pig ‘N’ Whistle, we’re always scouring the market for the best edibles we can find. We work with some of the best companies in Colorado to keep plenty of options in our Denver dispensary shelves. Visit us on Colfax, and you’ll find premium edibles in a variety of flavors and textures. The selection includes edibles like Wana gummies, Coda chocolates, and CannaPunch drinks. Order ahead for a convenient process and fast checkout.

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