If you’re a fan of delicious dishes and a subtle cannabis kick we’ve got something special for you. Explore our latest infused recipes featuring our Friendly Drops Tincture and unravel the world of cannabis tinctures. From their discreet charm to the unique blend of TRU Spectrum™ FSO and organic MCT coconut oil, we’ve got the lowdown on how to infuse a touch of green into your culinary adventures. Read on to get the recipes and to learn what cannabis tincture is, how it is consumed, what to expect, and why our full spectrum oil-infused tinctures are amazing!
Cannabis tincture is a type of cannabis extract in liquid form that is discreet, consistent and versatile. It is created by soaking cannabis flower in alcohol or mixing the buds with oil and heating it with low temperatures. After a period of time the mixture is ready to be strained, which removes plant material resulting in an infused liquid.
There are usually two types of cannabis tincture:
With Friendly Drops tinctures, we mix our extract with medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) coconut oil that is neutral in flavor and has its own benefits. We expertly combine the organic MCT oil with our TRUSpectrum FSO in an 1000mg tincture bottle, resulting in a natural full-spectrum experience that’s similar to smoking top shelf flower. And we only use the best cannabis strains in California for Friendly TRUSpectrum cannabis oil in our Friendly Brand Tincture.
You can also use cannabis tincture by dropping it on top of your tongue and swallowing it or adding it to your favorite foods and beverages. The effects take longer to hit when you digest it traditionally, usually 1 hour or more. This is because cannabis tincture and cannabinoids it contains like THC are processed by the liver and metabolized before it reaches your bloodstream to take effect. Explore the varying onset times – immediate for sublingual and delayed for traditional digestion.
Because the cannabis in the tincture has already been decarboxylated, or activated during the process of making the tincture, the effects of THC and cannabinoids can be felt once consumed. This is why you feel those warm fuzzy effects after dropping Friendly Brand tincture or eating it.
PREP TIME: 5 MINS
TOTAL TIME: 5 MINS
SERVINGS: 3/4 CUP
INGREDIENTS
DIRECTIONS
STEP 1
Whisk together all ingredients except the olive oil in a small bowl.
STEP 2
Slowly pour olive oil into the bowl and whisk together until emulsified.
STEP 3
You can also blend everything together in your blender or shake the dressing together in a jar.
STEP 4
Add to your favorite salad
INGREDIENTS
DIRECTIONS
Add all ingredient into a high powered blender and blend until smooth. If the smoothie seems too thick you can add a splash more almond milk. Once the consistency is to your liking, pour into a glass and enjoy.
INGREDIENTS
DIRECTIONS
STEP 1
Pour Almond Breeze Almondmilk Creamer
into an ice cube tray and freeze for at least
4 hours or overnight.
STEP 2
Pour coffee into your blender and add as
many creamer ice cubes you’d like. Add FRIENDLY™DROPS®. Add sweetener at this point if you’re using it.
STEP 3
Blend until ice is crushed or the iced coffee is completely smooth. I really liked it with the crushed ice.
STEP 4
Pour into a glass or travel cup with a straw and enjoy
INGREDIENTS
DIRECTIONS
STEP 1
If using canned chickpeas, place cooked chickpeas and baking soda in a medium saucepan and cover with water. You want 1-2 inches of water above the chickpeas. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. If using dry chickpeas, see my note below.
STEP 2
Boil chickpeas, reducing heat if necessary to prevent the pan from overflowing, for about 20 minutes, or until the chickpeas have expanded, the skins are falling off and they’re soft, but not mushy. While the chickpeas boil, skim off any foam and/or skins that float to the surface. After 20 minutes, drain the chickpeas in a colander and run under cool water. Set aside.
STEP 3
In a food processor, add FRIENDLY™ DROPS®, lemon juice, and tahini. Process for 1 minute. Scrape down the sides of your food processor bowl and add chickpeas, olive oil, garlic, cumin and salt.
STEP 4
Process until smooth (about 2-3 minutes more) gradually adding cold water as desired to thin dip and scraping down sides of the processor bowl as needed. Once the hummus is completely smooth, taste and season as needed.
Pour into a glass or travel cup with a straw and enjoy.
STEP 5
Transfer to a bowl for serving. Top with a drizzle of olive oil, fresh herbs, za’atar, cayenne pepper and/or paprika. Serve with chopped veggies or pita chips for dipping.
