Of all the industries that suffered during the COVID-19 pandemic, tourism was among the hardest hit. The federal government has released statistics that paint a grim picture: employment in tourism dropped almost 30 percent in 2020, with food and beverage services and accommodations suffering the most. To help the recovery, the federal government has earmarked $67 million to boost the sector. 

Many people who work in canna-tourism say it has the potential to help the recovery; since recreational cannabis became legal in Canada in 2018, casual use has become more normalized, with a growing number of people keen to incorporate it into their vacations. Travel agencies, tour companies and other businesses in the sector are taking steps to accommodate them, but they continue to face obstacles in doing so.

Regulations restrict access and promotion

Although Canadians can now buy recreational cannabis through the mail or in person at provincially regulated stores thanks to the Cannabis Act, they still face many restrictions about where they can consume it. Those restrictions vary across jurisdictions. 

There are other headaches for businesses that cater to canna-curious travellers. For example, farmgate stores, which enable licensed producers to sell their products to consumers on-site, are now legal in Ontario, but the cannabis they sell must be provided by the provincial supplier rather than by the producers themselves.

Furthermore, cannabis companies face onerous restrictions in advertising. Because the law takes the position that promoting cannabis is prohibited, a company authorized to sell or distribute cannabis must adhere to informational promotion or brand-preference promotion. 

Cannabis industry experts believe that if all these obstacles were removed, canna-tourism would flourish here just as it has south of the border, where American states that have legalized recreational cannabis have seen an explosion of cannabis-friendly accommodations, lounges, festivals, and other services and activities.

Traditional tourism activities such as tours, outdoor recreation and cooking classes could incorporate cannabis or, alternatively, companies could provide services and events that are entirely cannabis-focused. 

“There is an opportunity for cannabis tourism to thrive. This industry is ready to go. It has supply and demand. The only thing it doesn’t have is regulations that would enable it.” 

Susan Dupej, a researcher at the University of Guelph, recently told Leafly.

Dupej feels that the success of coffee shops in Amsterdam makes it clear that the tourism industry benefits when consumers are able to purchase and consume cannabis in a lounge-type setting, without fear of reprimand by the authorities or judgment by the general public.

Mounting interest for an industry bounceback

Despite the current challenges in the canna-tourism space in Canada, Wendy Forwell, who founded a travel advisory called Cannabis Hotels in 2018, is optimistic about the future of canna-tourism in Canada. 

“There is a sense of community in the cannabis space. People want to be with their tribe. One day, we’ll see the opening of many lounges and restaurants that specialize in cannabis consumption,” she says. “It’s clear that the world didn’t end when we legalized cannabis. Authorities now need to start looking towards the future.” 

Despite hampering, buzzkill restrictions, travellers eager to indulge with indicas or sate themselves with sativas on vacation still have options. Here are the best tours, hotels, and getaways Canada has to offer.

Grab your weed and explore Canada

Canada High Tours

Canada High Tours offers a variety of cannabis tours and experiences in several Canadian cities. People can consume cannabis while taking part in several activities such as graffiti tours, hikes, and painting.

HiBnb

HiBnb is an online booking marketplace that caters to people looking to enjoy cannabis while travelling or doing other activities in Canada. The company says it “offers opportunities to explore cannabis in safe, supportive, and welcoming environments.”

The Movement Cannabis Tours

The Movement Cannabis Tours provides various cannabis-focused experiences in Vancouver, where it is based, including walking tours, luxury vehicle tours, and custom tours. 

Cannanakis

Cannanaskis gives cannabis-focused tours in the Rocky Mountains. Based in Calgary, owner Dave Dormer isn’t licensed to provide cannabis to clients, but he educates them about the history of the plant and provides them with food as well as a safe and legal space to consume their own cannabis during tours. 

Sir Sam’s Inn and Spa

In 2019, Sir Sam’s Inn and Spa, in Haliburton, Ont., became Ontario’s first resort to openly permit the consumption of cannabis by guests.

“We’re not looking to become a signature pot-smoking hotel or anything like that,” Jon Massey, the resort’s director of business development told The Toronto Sun at the time.

“It’s more about acknowledging it is legal now, we are an adult and couples resort and we do have professionals who like to come up and relax with the setting we provide. Really, it’s a natural progression.”  

Aurora Cannabis

Edmonton-based producer Aurora Cannabis has a store in the famous West Edmonton Mall that does more than selling cannabis. It offers consumers experiences such as musical shows, comedy evenings and movie nights.

Mary Jane Manor

Mary Jane Manor is a new cannabis-themed retreat in the rural community of Mossleigh, Alberta. It was opened recently by Serena Donovan, the owner of a micro cultivator or processor. 

Tweed

Tweed*, one of Canada’s most well-known licensed producers, has a visitor centre at its facility, a former chocolate factory, in Smiths Falls Ontario. The centre gives consumers the chance to visit their grow rooms and learn about the science and history of cannabis.

The Hotbox Lounge

The Hotbox Lounge in Toronto has a patio – known as “the Potio” – where visitors can consume cannabis as well as a vape lounge available all year. The lounge has music and special events most nights. 

The Cannabis Cooking Company

The Cannabis Cooking Company* is a Toronto-based culinary school that teaches you how to cook cannabis-infused dishes, focusing on various strains, terpenes, cannabinoids and flavonoids.

Toronto Toke Tours

Toronto Toke Tours provides customers with the opportunity to consume cannabis while doing a walking tour of the city. The company also offers massages and yoga classes.

*These locations are currently closed due to Covid precautions but will reopen.

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It’s an easy mistake. Cannabis is now legal for adult use in 18 states, so you might assume you can consume cannabis in public, just like you would a cigarette. 

Unfortunately, in many states, there’s also a plot twist: legal weed does NOT mean you can legally consume it whenever and wherever you choose.

Sure, you can purchase and possess cannabis in legal states, but legally consuming it has its own set of laws and regulations. The 8,000 dispensaries in the U.S. severely outnumber the number of cannabis smoke lounges or “social consumption” lounges open for communities to safely enjoy their cannabis products.

Anyone who wants to grab a beer or cocktail at a local bar has the protected privilege of safe consumption, yet cannabis consumers still largely lack these crucial venues.

For a peaceful, paranoia-free sesh, stay informed on your state’s and city’s local cannabis consumption laws. Start here with our beginner’s guide on the basics, laws, and best social consumption lounges around.

The legacy of cannabis consumption lounges

Birthed in the shadows of Prohibition, cannabis lounges—also known then as speakeasies—have been cultural watering holes and refuges for over a century. As far back as the late 1800s, records show that there were “hashish clubs” or “hemp retreats” established in New York, Boston, Philadelphia, and Chicago.

By the 1930s, New York had over 500 “tea pads”, a moniker coined by Black Americans who used these spaces to safely purchase cannabis, listen to live jazz, and privately consume the plant.

The legacy of these secret lounges has evolved into present-day experiences, like Josephine and Billie’s tea pad-inspired dispensary in Los Angeles, that pay homage to cannabis history. 

In 1994, the San Francisco Buyer’s Club, led by renowned advocate Dennis Peron, served as a community collective that ushered in the Prop 215 era in California.

They not only fought to pass laws, but the San Francisco Buyer’s Club also created accessible means for patients with HIV / AIDS, cancer, or other qualifying conditions to obtain their medical marijuana.

“Even with the rumors of federal legalization around the corner, smoking a joint in public is still very much an act of rebellion that has long been maliciously policed. When we prioritize safe consumption as much as safe access, we center equity and safety for BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ communities.”

— Red Rodriguez, Rolling Stone Culture Council member and former director of vendor relations at West Hollywood’s OG Cannabis Cafe.

Whether it’s Black and Brown communities in the prohibition era or LGBTQ+ activists in San Francisco, social consumption has always provided trusted havens for people to enjoy and consume cannabis.

This remains a relevant issue today, as BIPOC communities are disproportionately targeted by the lack of and nuances of cannabis consumption legislation.

States where social cannabis consumption is allowed

City and state governments play a major role in shaping the consumption regulations within their borders. Generally, legislation has restricted cannabis consumption to private residences. This means those living in apartment buildings or shared communities face difficulties, as landlords have the right to ban smoking within the premises. 

As of 2022, ten states have regulations that allow social consumption:

• Alaska
• California
• Colorado
• Illinois
• Massachusetts*
• Michigan
• New Jersey*
• New Mexico
• New York*
• Nevada*

But even states with lounges can penalize noncompliance. In fact, smoking in public can still leave you open to a $250 fine in states like California.

In New Jersey, landlords can ban smoking within the property, but cannot prevent residents from consuming edibles or topicals. However, Jersey City and Hoboken have paved the way as the first two NJ cities to approve regulations for social consumption lounges. 

Other states have found unconventional and inspired ways to serve the cannabis community. The Elevations Lounge in the Clarendon Hotel in Phoenix, Arizona is an example of a privately-owned venue that has decided to accommodate stoners as the state’s “first cannabis-friendly hotel.”

Know before you go: cannabis consumption lounge FAQ

If you live in or pass through a state where social consumption lounges are open for seshing, here’s what you can expect on your trip. Since California currently has the most social consumption lounges operating in the United States, we will use the Golden State as a point of reference. 

Can you buy weed at a consumption lounge?

First thing’s first. You have to know if you can buy weed at the consumption lounge you’re headed to or if you need to bring it with you.

Social consumption lounges can either operate as a standalone lounge or operate in conjunction with a dispensary or delivery service. This means you can relax, as cannabis will be on-site or nearby. In California, many lounges require a purchase the day you attend, just as you would pay for a meal at a restaurant.

States like Illinois and Colorado, however, allow guests to BYOC, “bring-your-own-cannabis,” to the establishment. But even then, most lounges are still located near a dispensary. Consumption lounges also always come stocked with bongs, dab rigs, papers, and other essentials, for an added fee. 

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Reservations and time limits, unfortunately, are a necessary evil at cannabis lounges. To enter the lounge, you may need to pay an associated charge or a general membership fee. Once seated, the average permitted seating time can range from 90 minutes to 120 minutes on a single reservation.

What if I get too high at the weed lounge? 

What happens when you get too high at a social consumption lounge? First, take your time to sober up and communicate to a friend or the staff. Just as bartenders are educated to observe patron impairment, budtenders within social consumption lounges are trained to look out for cannabis-specific signs of impairment.

Limits on THC during a single visit may be enforced depending on where you are, and some consumption lounges may request that you do not consume edibles.

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What if I get the munchies?

Like any good cannabis enthusiast, you may be curious about what your options when the munchies strike at a weed lounge.

While non-cannabis foods cannot be prepared within the location, many social consumption lounges partner with restaurants or vendors to make sure the munchies are flowing. With that being said, throw a reuseable baggie of your favorite snack in your bag just in case.

How’s the air inside the lounge?

Air quality is also a major regulatory consideration for social consumption lounges. The concern for secondhand cannabis smoke is being researched, and indoor air laws will continue to be a discussion for onsite and indoor consumption.

Additional air filtration requirements are commonplace similar to what is used in cigar shops. But even still in cases like Washington’s Clean Air Act, HB 2136 governments can still virtually ban “marijuana social clubs” within the state.

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Highly-recommended cannabis lounges across the nation

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SoCal weed lounges

The Studio Lounge at The Artist Tree (WeHo)

The Studio Lounge is a classy yet sophisticated take on a social consumption space located on the second floor of The Artist Tree’s West Hollywood location. Once upstairs, you can pay a cover fee for a table or seat at the bar. Studenglass gravity bongs and Puffco Peaks are available for rent while you smoke into the sunset. 

Central California: Cookies Coalinga

Fresno County is home to the first Cookies consumption lounge in the United States. Cookies Coalinga is another hybrid dispensary lounge that officially opened in partnership with EVIDENCE, a California-based cannabis brand, in September 2021. The lounge fits about 30 people and is furnished with a bar & lavish leather seating. 

NorCal weed lounges

Barbary Coast (SF)

True to its wild west roots, San Francisco has licensed nearly a dozen cannabis consumption lounges in recent years, and Barbary Coast’s dispensary and lounge concept is a must-see experience. The rich wood interior and red leather booth chairs evoke an elegant flair that will bring the connoisseur out in anyone. There is both a dab bar for sampling concentrates and a combustion lounge for the smokers. 

Colorado weed lounges

The Tetra Lounge

The Tetra Lounge is Denver’s first social equity cannabis consumption lounge and one of the first in the nation. Founded by DeWayne Benjamin, the Tetra Lounge operates on a BYOC basis and offers a daily, monthly, and annual membership. Enjoy a joint on their outdoor patio or play video games after a long day’s work. 

Michigan weed lounges

Hotbox Social

Hotbox Social is one of the social consumption lounges in Michigan that will be open in summer 2022. Located near 9 Mile Road, Hotbox Social is close to the Detroit metro area, and will follow a BYOC policy. However, you are allowed to order cannabis products for delivery while you hangout.

Illinois weed lounges

RISE Mundelein

Chicagoland’s very first “smokeasy” lounge sits just half an hour north of Chicago. Patrons of RISE Mundelein are highly encouraged to make reservations in advance and can purchase all their goodies at the adjoining dispensary for both medical and rec users.

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This lounge aesthetic mixes old mobster vibes with sleek, modern design, and ample elegant smoking accessories. They also regularly host events, including brand pop-ups, music, and standup comedy.    

The Luna Lounge

The Luna Lounge located in Sesser, Illinois is four hours away from Chicago, but might just be worth the trip to visit the state’s first cannabis consumption lounge and smoke shop.

Themed after 1920’s prohibition, The Luna Lounge is an intimate venue with live music and is open seven nights a week.

Nevada weed lounges

NuWu Cannabis Marketplace (Las Vegas Paiute Tribe Land)

Despite Nevada recently passing regulations in 2021 for social consumption licenses, NuWu Cannabis Marketplace is currently the only legal consumption lounge in the state. This lounge is situated on the Paiute Tribe’s land and is compliant due to their tribal sovereignty.

New York weed lounges

Inside the underground scene

New York is the cannabis capital of the world, and is one of the rare states that legalized adult use and allowed people to smoke cannabis anywhere that tobacco is consumed.

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New York is planning to open social consumption lounges, but we cannot neglect the legacy lounges that have and are currently operating to provide the NYC community with safe havens. Here’s the list of them to make sure you have a reference for going.

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Leafly’s state-by-state weed lounge list

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Alaska 

California

Colorado

Illinois

Michigan

Missouri

Nevada

New Mexico

New York

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Other 420-friendly hospitality

420-friendly hospitality is a growing industry sector that includes tour buses, hotels, and bed and breakfasts that permit blazing up. We could go on all day about this, but we’ll save it for part two. Here’s a sampler list to start with. 

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Lounges abroad: Barcelona + Amsterdam

On the international side, Barcelona and Amsterdam are two of the most world-renowned cities for social consumption lounges, often called cannabis clubs. Spain alone has hundreds of cannabis social clubs that provide safe means to purchase and smoke.

Additionally, Amsterdam’s coffee shops are a cultural staple that have inspired US cannabis culture tremendously. But recently, it’s government hasn’t been too thrilled with all the cannabis tourism. Be sure to check international laws of any countries to visit before you purchase or travel. 

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The inevitable evolution of the cannabis lounge experience

It is clear that cannabis is a social plant at its essence. History has shown this plant has brought us together and helped build and protect communities that need it most. Across the globe, consumption lounges are a melting pot for culture, people, and celebration. 

“We need consumption lounges here that connect growers with consumers, similar to a farmers market style set up. Consumer consciousness is quickly shifting towards favoring craft brands and products, and these lounges can be a place for cultivators to connect with consumers.

—Will Perry, co-founder of Oregon-based cultivator and brand Magic Hour Cannabis

The future of cannabis retail is experiential which includes venues like lounges that can inspire cannabis enthusiasts to leave the house and provide equity-minded means for consumption.

The normalization of enjoying this plant in our public spheres is a monumental shift the entire cannabis community can be excited for.

Nadir Pearson

Nadir is a dynamic cannabis leader and entrepreneur from the East Coast. He is the founder of SMART (Student Marijuana Alliance for Research & Transparency,) a national collegiate cannabis organization and a co-founder of Hybrid Co. Nadir also serves as a project lead for Cannaclusive.

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As a millennial, accepting my own cannabis use has been an interesting journey. First came the conversations with concerned family members. Then there was the issue of retraining my own brain to realize I was free to enjoy cannabis in 420-friendly cities and states across the US.

But even as I got more comfortable, I still noticed a pattern among myself and many of my other Black friends. Even with all the cool smoking accessories out there, we rarely smoked out of glass or smoke in any other ways than rolling up a blunt.

But can you blame us? For many Black people my age, picking up a bowl and lighter or a banger and torch can feel more dangerous than smoking the weed itself.

Why BIPOC may feel differently about accessories

I don’t think it’s a coincidence that many ’80s and ’90s babies feel uncomfortable owning pipes and bongs or dab rigs – especially if they are BIPOC. Growing up inundated with the D.A.R.E. agenda and having witnessed the impact of the crack epidemic has kept many people of color far away from anything that resembles a smoking accessory.

After all, the presence of paraphernalia can be a great excuse for the police to trump up their charges after catching someone with drugs. Plus, weed pipes don’t look that much different from crack pipes, which we were all taught to avoid at all costs.

But as the popularity of legal cannabis rises, I hope we’re moving towards a safer and less stressful time for weed smokers who want to smoke out of something more than a blunt wrap. And I think that if a person of color feels safe enough, they should dig into some of the amazing accessories that are out there.

The benefits of going beyond the blunt

The benefits of using smoking accessories are many, but if I had to name the top three, I would say: the hits are smoother, the bowls are way more cost-effective, and they make enjoying cannabis way more friendly for your lungs. 

I also love having the opportunity to support BIPOC businesses by investing in their pieces. Shopping with these businesses helps foster a sense of community and puts money in the pocket of BIPOC-business owners, which are both important to me.

If you feel similarly and you are ready to shake things up, here are some of the BIPOC accessory brands you can use to push your sesh beyond the blunt, whether you’re a POC or not.

Just The Tip 

Let’s start off with something easy for beginners. Maybe you’re not ready to give up your joints or blunts just yet. Just The Tip makes glass holders and blunt tips so that you can enjoy your smoke in style. If you’re going for sexy, Just The Tip will take you in that direction.

The holders look like art pieces and will undoubtedly spark conversation.

House of Puff  

House of Puff is where fashion and smoking accessories meet. With colorful papers and pipes, House of Puff is all about creating chic looks while still enjoying your flower.

House of Puff wants you to “ditch the stigma with easy to use, art-inspired accessories.” What could be better than your weed matching your accessories? Nothing. The only answer is nothing. 

Peaxe Pipes  

Let’s get a bit more sophisticated and retro in our design with Peaxe Pipes. Peaxe Pipes is upcycling antique glassware and repurposing them into bongs.

That’s right, that old piece of glassware at your granny’s house can be used to smoke weed. Now, you won’t have to hide your bong when company comes over; just put it up on the shelf, and everyone will just think you stepped up your home decor game.

Munisa Ceramica  

Guava, papaya, grapefruit, oh my! I’ve seen a lot of cool bowls and pipes in my day, but Munisa Ceramica out of Los Angeles might be my favorite. Munisa features Mexican-inspired designs and ceramics that create a one-of-a-kind experience with your cannabis.   

Elevate Jane  

Elevate Jane is everything you want from a cannabis accessory company: functional, stylish, and robust in the options you pick to enjoy your next smoke.

From small beakers to bowls that look like bananas, you’ll definitely find the piece that fits your smoking needs. And, you can get something for less than $20 because we all love a good bargain. 

Ardent 

Ok, so technically the Ardent is not a smoking accessory. It’s not a bowl, joint holder, or bong. But, if you’re looking to get away from smoking altogether, look no further. The Ardent sends your cannabis through a decarboxylation process that will allow your weed to be consumed how you want.

Smoke it, vaporize it, or even cook with favorite strains and see how much more elevated your high will become. 

Canna Luxe Co. 

The phrase “lifestyle brand” gets thrown around very loosely nowadays. But the women that own Canna Luxe Co. have created a brand around beautiful designs and equity in the cannabis industry.

When you visit their website, you’ll find every type of accessory you could ever need. Plus, you can read about the challenges Black women face in the industry. Call it educating and elevating, in style.

Apothecarry  

Apothecarry has created the ultimate stoner accessory: a humidor for weed smokers. Their luxurious original case features glass jars for your strains, a travel cigar tube, a removable rolling tray, and a lock to keep your weed safe. Founded by a mother, entrepreneur, and cannabis pro, Apothecarry thought about everything stoners need, just like every good mom (who knows you like to smoke a lot) does.

Did I mention the leather on the inside is vegan? Yes, they even thought about that, too. There’s not much about this case for anyone to feel bad about.

Are there more BIPOC accessories brands we should know about? Let us know on Twitter, and we’ll add them to our list.

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There are few things in life as universally loved as a good cupcake. Much like cannabis, cupcakes come in a variety of flavours, sizes, and formulas, depending on the sugar high you’re seeking. So why not treat yourself to both?  

Baked goods remain one of the stoniest forms of cannabis edibles, and with cupcakes, you have two opportunities (in the batter and frosting) to dank up your desserts. This recipe honours classic vanilla, but with canna cupcakes, the sky’s the limit.

Nutritional information:

• Calories 479
• Fat 23.7 g
• Saturated 13.8 g
• Unsaturated 8.6 g
• Cholesterol 89.7 mg
• Sodium 194 mg
• Sugar 52.6 g

Cook time:

• Preptime: 1 hour
• Cook time: 18  minutes
• Total time: 1 hour 18 minutes 
• Yield: 12 cupcakes
• Serving Size: 119 gm

Ingredients and equipment  

For the cupcakes you will need:

For optimal results, use room temperature butter, shortening and eggs when baking—never melt the butter, unless a recipe calls for it. This will make it much easier to cream the butter with the other ingredients (whipping them together until you achieve a smooth and creamy texture). For firm butter, you can microwave it for 10 seconds to slightly soften it.

Let your eggs sit out for at least 30 minutes before starting the recipe to get them room temp. You can place them in a bowl of warm water for 10 minutes to bring up the temperature.

• 1 1/4 cups (187 g) of all-purpose flour
• 1 1/4 teaspoon (3.25 g) of baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon (.25 g) of salt
• 3/4 cup (150 g) of white sugar
• 6 tablespoons (90 g) of cannabis-infused butter
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable or canola oil
• 1 1/2 teaspoons (15 ml)  of vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons (155 ml) of milk

For the frosting you will need:

You have some options when making the frosting recipe. For a bright white frosting, use shortening for the fat. If you prefer to use butter, the finished frosting will have a slightly yellow hue. You can also use a half cup of butter and a half cup of shortening.

• 1 cup (225 g) of room temperature butter or shortening
• 4 cups (520 g) of icing/powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons (10 ml) of vanilla
• 2 – 3 tablespoons (30 – 45 ml) of milk
• 1/8 teaspoon (.125 g) of salt
• food colouring (optional)
• decorations – sprinkles, crushed cookies, etc. (optional)

Tools:

A kitchen mixer: There is a bit of mixing in this recipe, so a stand mixer or hand beaters work well for this. You can hand mix the ingredients as well using a whisk and spatula.

Cupcake liners: We highly recommend using cupcake liners when making these cupcakes, even for non-stick cupcake pans; the cupcakes bake onto the bottom and edges of the pan and can be very difficult to remove. Cupcake liners can be purchased in grocery, craft or dollar stores.

How to make weed cupcakes

Step 1: Prep

Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C) and Prepare the muffin tins with cupcake liners.

Step 2: Combine dry ingredients

Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a medium-sized bowl or container. Set aside.

Step 3: Mix butter, oil, and vanilla

Place the cannabutter, oil, and vanilla in a large mixing bowl. Blend the ingredients together until they integrate into a creamy consistency. 

Step 4: Add eggs

Add the eggs one at a time into the wet ingredients mixture. Beat well after each addition until fully incorporated.

Step: 5 Add half of the dry ingredients

Now add half of the flour mixture, and beat on medium to combine.

Step: 6 Add milk

Slowly add the milk and continue to beat the ingredients lightly.

Step 7: Add remaining flour

Finally, add the remaining flour and beat just until it is no longer visible. Do not over-mix the batter.

Step 8: Fill cupcake liners

Using an ice cream scooper (optional), split the batter between the 12 cupcake liners.

Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until done. You can test for consistency by inserting a toothpick into the center of a cupcake if it comes out wet, bake them for a few minutes longer. When it comes out dry, your weed cupcakes are done.

Once done, place the baked cupcakes on a rack to cool fully.

Making the frosting

You will need a large mixing bowl to make the frosting.

Step 1: Beat the butter or shortening

Place the butter or shortening into the bowl and beat on high until creamy.

Step 2: Add sugar, milk and salt (and colouring)

Add 2 cups of powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of milk and 1/8 of a teaspoon of salt and beat on medium speed until blended and smooth. Then, add the remaining powdered sugar and milk. If adding colour to the frosting, add a few drops now. Beat well until the frosting is smooth and creamy.

Step 3: Decorate the cupcakes

Ice the cannabis cupcakes using a piping bag or spatula. Decorate if desired.

These cannabis-infused cupcakes are great for sharing and can be decorated to suit any occasion. Sprinkles, crushed cookies or even grated chocolate are all great ideas for finishing off your cannabis cupcakes. It is a simple recipe that allows you to get creative with your edibles and tailor your weed experience on any occasion.

Redawna Kalynchuk

Redawna Kalynchuk is a freelance writer, photographer and visual storyteller from Alberta. Her passion for cannabis comes from years of cannabis gardening and creating incredible infusions. Empowering you to grow, cook and share!

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Published on July 22, 2022

CCELL’s newest creation features intuitive temperature selection tech in a sleek package. 

It’s easy to see why 510-threaded cartridges are the most common format for oil concentrates. Discreet, convenient, and with a massive amount of available strains from a huge host of producers, vaping with a 510-threaded cartridge is one of the best ways to get your daily dose of plant power.

You can find 510 cartridges filled with THC, CBD, and a huge variety of cannabinoid blends like oils including delta-8 or HHC, meaning cannabis heads nationwide can partake. With the variety and convenience these little wonders supply, it’s clear why 510-thread batteries are an essential found in pockets and bags far and wide.

Enter CCELL, a global technology brand that’s been innovating across multiple sectors for years. We last heard from CCELL when they launched the Dart-X, and we’re now hearing that they haven’t stopped working to bring vape lovers some of the most well-designed products on the market. 

The engineers at CCELL are pleased to announce the Rizo, an easy-to-use dual-heat battery that’s sleek, intuitive, and affordable. This battery will provide a satisfying pull that won’t destroy the delicate flavor of the oil, or leave you puffing uselessly. With so many brands on the market, CCELL and the Rizo stand out by providing a battery with the quality features folks want without abandoning aesthetic considerations.

Rise of the Rizo

The Rizo has all the features you need to make it a true sidekick, as essential to your daily routine as your smartphone. The palm-sized powerhouse offers sweet-spot portability—it easily fits in pockets, purses, cupholders, and backpacks. Rizo is shock-resistant, waterproof, and subject to extremely rigorous quality control standards. The premium full-metallic aluminum casing is durable enough to remain by your side through anything your day-to-day throws your way, from mountain bike trail rides to bumping elbows at a crowded concert.

The innovators at CCELL also believe that the small details truly matter and have equipped the Rizo with a silicon cover that protects vulnerable portions of the battery from dust and debris, extending the Rizo’s lifespan. 

The palm-sized powerhouse offers sweet-spot portability—it easily fits in pockets, purses, cupholders, and backpacks.

The convenience offered by the Rizo is based on meticulous and thoughtful design so that even the smallest seeming upgrades feel revolutionary. The Rizo features a never-before-seen LED battery indicator, with an easy-to-read, three-part indicator. Coupled with the extremely intuitive magnetic cartridge connector, this means you’ll know exactly how charged your battery is by simply dropping a cartridge in. You’ll never leave home with your vape only to discover the battery is dead when you arrive at your destination. The Rizo also features gentle haptic feedback when activated by inhalation, making the vaping experience even more intuitive. 

CCELL understands that when it comes to batteries, it’s all about the charge. The Rizo charges via a single, conveniently located USB-C port. This powerful charging format completely charges the Rizo in as little as an hour. This reliable partner also boasts an impressive battery life so you can rely on the Rizo for all the unexpected twists and turns. 

Under the hood 

While the Rizo is a sleek, stylish beauty, don’t think for a second that the engineers behind the battery were only focused on form and forgot about function. The Rizo is a powerful, durable battery filled with cutting-edge technology that remains easy to use. Like all CCELL batteries, the Rizo features the global innovator’s patented ceramic heating element technology. This innovative tech means that you’ll be blowing bigger, more satisfying clouds than ever before. Pair Rizo with any cartridge from CCELL’s line of ceramic-based refillable cartridges, like the TH2, for unparalleled smoothness. 

The Rizo is a powerful, durable battery filled with cutting-edge technology that remains easy to use.

The internal technology packed into the Rizo’s palm-sized body is impressive, no doubt about it. No need to get intimidated, though; intuitive engineering is still the name of the game at CCELL. The Rizo features two incredibly easy-to-use heating modes that users can quickly switch between via a convenient switch found on the bottom of the device. The lower-powered flavor mode is great for more delicate, high terpene experiences like live resin or rosin.

If you’re an experienced consumer, or just want to find yourself in an elevated place sooner rather than later, the higher-powered potency mode is right for you. Enjoy the increased potency and thick clouds without fear; the ceramic coils won’t burn your oil, even on the high setting. 

Interested in taking the leap forward and experiencing what the Rizo can do for your vaping experience? Hold on, we haven’t even told you the best part yet. The Rizo can be yours for just $29.99 USD—mega affordable for the amount of technology packed into the battery. Check your local smoke shop, vape store, dispensary, online store, or convenience store to purchase! If you are interested in learning more, you can find information on the Rizo, as well as CCELL’s whole line of batteries and cartridges on CCELL’s website here.

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Published on July 21, 2022

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