COOKING WITH C ANNABIS
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iving your non-alcoholic beverage, or mocktail, a boost of liquid cannabis is gaining in popularity among those trying to avoid alcohol-based drinks and the hangovers they sometimes come with. “It’s a bit of a hidden gem in the beverage category, but more customers are discovering the ease of portability with products like Splash Nano,” says Leialoha Cail, retail district manager for Glass House Brands. “It’s easy to transport and add to your favorite drink, wherever you happen to be. For anyone looking to reduce their alcohol consumption, mocktails are a great alternative.” Other benefits include
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near-zero calories, no sugar, and no alcohol taste. There can be a buzz though, so those choosing to infuse need to do so responsibly. —RB Information and products are available at Farmacy Santa Barbara, 128 Mission St. 805-8801207. farmacyshop.com
Splash Nano Mocktail Recipes Blackberry Mint Mojito 1 Splash Nano (Adjust dosage as preferred) 1 pint blackberries 1/2 cup water 6 whole mint leaves
Juice from 1/2 lime 2 ounces blackberry juice Splash, drink, enjoy Strawberry Splash 1 Splash Nano (adjust dosage as preferred) 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar 1 lime wedge 3 fresh strawberries, 2 hulled and sliced and one reserved for garnish Club soda Fresh mint sprig for garnish Kumquat zest Splash, drink, enjoy Kumquat Orange Splash 1 1/2 cups halved kumquats, seeds removed and kum quats roughly chopped
1 1/2 cups fresh orange juice, with slice for garnish 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 3/4 cup simple syrup, plus more, to taste Ice cubes as needed Sparkling water for serving 1 Splash Nano (adjust dosage as preferred)
The Kumquat Orange Splash and Blackberry Mint Mojito mocktails infused with a liquid cannabis formula from SplashNano. SplashNano is a California-born premium liquid beverage enhancer using a technology that allows cannabis oil and water to be mixed.
