With spiked seltzers like White Claw and Truly being all the rage these days, and alcohol abuse on the rise during the pandemic, I decided to look into something a little different to de-stress and unwind at the end of the day. What drew me to CBD and delta-8 seltzers was the appeal of having something similar to a spiked seltzer to sip on without the calories or the harmful effects of alcohol. I still wanted something to help me relax while watching TV during those cherished evening weeknight hours, so I thought CBD and delta-8 seltzers were the way to go.
If you’re wondering, yes, these beverages are legal and available via delivery in the United States to purchasers 21 and older.
Background
CBD stands for cannabidiol, one of the main active ingredients in marijuana, but CBD is derived from hemp, which has less THC and became federally legal under the 2018 farm bill. CBD seltzer is a fairly new innovation, so there is limited information available about it.
Delta-8 is a cannabis compound that is popular for marijuana users hoping to quit, or non-users seeking an effect similar to THC but less potent. THC refers to delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, while delta-8 refers to delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol. These are both forms of THC, but the effects of delta-8 are not as strong. Delta-8 can come from either hemp or…
