Tea has been a popular part of several cultures for centuries. Today, it is broadly associated with an evening routine when people sip it to relax and relieve their stress from a long day. Cannabis is quite similar to tea in that regard since many users consume it to de-stress after a tiring day.
Furthermore, both tea and cannabis plants have the potential to bring a wide range of benefits to users, as both of them have anti-inflammatory properties, may increase focus, and may improve general health.
People in the U.S. have now started amplifying the benefits of tea and cannabis by pairing the two botanicals. This article will focus on the effects of the two when consumed individually and in combination. We have also covered our strains that you can use to pair with tea for a truly satisfying experience.
Different types of tea come with different benefits. For instance, green tea is perfect for improving energy levels and rejuvenating the mind and body. It contains L-theanine, an amino acid, which slows the overall absorption of caffeine content. This enables your body to feel boosted for longer durations than usual.
Tea has also been associated with an improved heart condition for many individuals. In addition, tea has anti-inflammatory properties that soothe tissues to reduce clotting and improve blood circulation.
As well, green and black tea have also been associated with weight loss. The presence of amino acids in tea enables your body to burn stored fat. The energy-boosting capability of this beverage further assists in longer workouts, allowing you to burn more calories throughout your weight-loss journey. There are numerous additional benefits tea users knowingly or unknowingly benefit from.
Cannabis also brings a broad range of benefits that numerous research studies have examined over the years. Some potential common types of relief include:
These are some of the many benefits of cannabis that users benefit from on a daily basis. Both botanicals (tea and cannabis) have the potential to provide beneficial properties. Recently, a lot of users have started pairing the two to achieve a more unique experience.
Terpenes are a definite priority when choosing the right strains. You need to make sure that the terpenes of your cannabis strain complement that of your tea.
Terpenes are oils secreted by the cannabis plant. They determine the aroma, effects, and taste of the strain, which can then be matched with your tea. There are various types of terpenes that provide users with different effects:
Opting for the right cannabis terpenes to pair with tea may enhance your entire experience.
Now that you know your terpenes, it’s time to opt for the type of tea. There are several to choose from. However, we’ve picked the top three most commonly used types of tea and their flavors to pair with cannabis.
When you are picking strains to pair with tea, make sure you take the effects of your strains into account. For example, if you choose a strain with high THC content, you can balance its effects with tea that brings soothing effects to the body.
If you are unsure about which cannabis strains and tea leaves go well together, the following pairs will help you get started.
Orange Granitas by Leaf & Vine comes with 80.31% THC content that is perfect for achieving considerable psychoactive effects. The disposable vape is Limonene-dominant (15.82mg/g) and triggers feelings of happiness while making you more focused and creative. This cannabis product will pair perfectly well with a cup of black tea.
The Blueberry Syrup by Medizin is a 1mg pre-roll with 20.44% THC. It mainly contains the Beta Myrcene (8.25mg/g) and Ocimene (1.74mg/g) terpenes that leave users relaxed and mildly sleepy. You can enjoy this cannabis pre-roll with green tea to enjoy a truly relaxing evening.
This is a 0.5g vape cart that contains 76.38% THC capable of providing moderate psychoactive effects within 2 to 3 puffs. It contains the terpenes Limonene (16.34mg/g), Beta Myrcene (15.88mg/g), and Beta Pinene (2.33mg/g). Leaf & Vine Sour Diesel will be best when paired with Rooibos tea, leaving your body with a boost of energy and a feeling of happiness.
This is a 0.5g live resin sauce with 82.52% THC and 27.37mg/g CBGA. Medizin OGKB 2.0 contains 14.61mg/g Beta Myrcene, 11.59mg/g Limonene, and 5.4mg/g Linalool, which collectively provide you with a relaxed and happy feeling. You can pair this product with Oolong tea to enjoy the two to their full effect.
Space Juice is a 0.5g shatter that contains 79.02% THC, which will provide you with ample psychoactive effects. It contains 5.51mg/g limonene, and 4.34mg/g Beta Myrcene, along with 11.41mg/g CBGA. You can balance out the psychoactive and energy-boosting effects of Leaf & Vine Space Juice by pairing it with white tea.
Medizin Irene is a 1g pre-roll that comes with 23.42% THC. The 10.11mg/g Beta-Caryophyllene, 4.33mg/g Limonene, and 3.33mg/g Humulene terpenes combine to provide users a sense of sleepiness and relaxation. To make the most of this pre-roll, pair it with herbal tea and enjoy a peaceful evening.
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