Written by Joshua Sosin

Ever thought about sipping on some cannabis tea?

It’s a chill, tasty way to enjoy the effects of the cannabis plant without the need to smoke or vape.

Whether you’re winding down after a long day or just curious about trying something new, brewing your own weed tea at home is both easy and fun. Here's a quick recipe.

Table of Contents

• Why Try Cannabis Infused Tea?

• How Cannabinoids Work in Tea

• What You'll Need To Make Cannabis Tea

• The Recipe (Step-by-Step)

  • Fun Flavor Variations

  • When Will the Effects of Cannabis Tea Kick In?

• Make the Perfect Weed Tea Mixture With Mood

Why Try Cannabis-Infused Tea?

Sipping cannabis tea is a smooth, relaxing experience without any harshness. Unlike smoking, which kicks in almost instantly, tea takes a bit longer but gives you a gentler, longer-lasting vibe.

Plus, it’s super versatile — you can enjoy it hot or iced, and tweak the flavors however you like.

How Cannabinoids Work in Tea

Cannabinoids like THC and CBD are fat-soluble, which means steeping raw cannabis in water alone won’t do much. To get the most out of your tea, add a fat source — think butter, milk, coconut oil, or cream. This helps the cannabinoids bind properly, making your tea much more effective.

What You’ll Need

Ingredients:

• 1 gram of ground cannabis material. For more potent tea, use more flower.

  • Use a strain with flavor and scent notes that sound delicious. We recommend Mood's top-shelf Pluto strain.

  • Some seasoned cannabis users add cannabis concentrates like hash or cannabis oil to tea, but we don't recommend this for beginners.

• 1 cup of hot water

• 1 tablespoon of butter, coconut oil, or full-fat milk

• 1 tea bag or tea infuser (pick your favorite flavor)

• Optional extras: honey, lemon, cinnamon, or any flavor boosters you love

Tools:

• A small saucepan or kettle

• A strainer or cheesecloth

• Your favorite mug

• A spoon for stirring

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How To Prepare Cannabis Tea: Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Heat Things Up Gently heat a cup of water in your saucepan until it’s just simmering. Avoid boiling while making tea with weed — it can mess with the cannabinoids in the plant material.

Step 2: Mix in the Fat Add your chosen fat (butter, coconut oil, or milk) and stir it in. This is key for letting the cannabinoids work their magic and giving you the amazing psychoactive effects that you expect when you consume cannabis.

Step 3: Add Your Cannabis Sprinkle in your ground cannabis flower and give it a gentle stir. Let everything simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring now and then so nothing sticks or burns.

Step 4: Strain It Out Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, coffee filter, or cheesecloth into your mug, leaving the plant bits behind.

Step 5: Steep Your Favorite Tea Drop in your tea bag (or a globe full of loose leaf tea) and let it sit for a steeping time of 3-5 minutes. The exact steep time can vary depending on the tea you chose and how strong you want it to be. Once done, remove the bag and add any extra flavorings — maybe add honey, a squeeze of lemon, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Step 6: Time to Enjoy Give your tea a good stir, take a sip, and kick back. Feel free to adjust any flavors to match your mood.

Fun Flavor Variations

Looking to switch things up? Try these ideas:

• Chai Cannabis Tea: Use a chai tea bag and toss in a bit of cinnamon, ginger, and a dash of vanilla.

• Citrus: Brew with a lemon-ginger tea bag and add some fresh orange zest.

• Minty Fresh: Go for a peppermint tea bag or add some fresh mint leaves for a crisp finish.

• Iced Cannabis Tea: Let your tea cool, pour it over ice, and add a splash of lemon juice for a refreshing treat on a warm day.

When Will I Feel High After Drinking Weed Tea?

Since you’re digesting the tea, expect the effects to start anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours. The high usually lasts longer than smoking or vaping, so remember to start slow and enjoy your tea mindfully.

Make Delicious Weed Tea With Mood Cannabis

Cannabis tea is a wonderfully simple and enjoyable way to experience cannabinoids in a comforting, warm (or chilled) drink. The best way to get the most out of your weed tea experience is using a high-quality cannabis strain from a safe, legal, and trusted source like the Mood Shop.

Check out our full selection of premium THCa strains and subscribe to save 15% on your order.