Your Field Guide to Enjoying Cannabis Edibles
You have more options than ever before to explore the world of cannabis edibles! Learn how edibles can enhance your mood if you understand what works best for your experience.
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The Basics: Cannabis Edibles 101
Dosing
It's always best to start small. Enjoy a 2.5 or 5mg THC gummy, mint or chocolate, and wait 2 hours before consuming another. Our low-dose products allow you to fine-tune your desired experience.
Onset
It will take between 15 minutes and two hours to feel the full effect of your edible. There are a handful of factors that determine onset time, like metabolism, body type, cannabis tolerance, and how recently you've eaten.
Duration
Effects tend to last between four and six hours, but everyone’s experience is unique. Consuming edibles in small increments is a good way to steer clear of taking it too far.
Why Should You Try Cannabis Edibles?
Happy Lungs
One of the most common reasons cannabis consumers enjoy edibles is because they don’t have a negative impact on your lungs.
Easy Dosing
Controlling your dosage with edibles is simple because you know exactly how much THC you’re getting. Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content is printed on each package.
Discrete & Odor-Free
You can carry edibles in a purse or your pocket without any telltale cannabis odors. For those who don't want to draw any attention to themselves, edibles are a great option.
Flavorful & Delicious
Edibles come in so many forms and types. The key is finding one that fits your preferences for dosage and taste. You won't sacrifice flavor with High Road.
How Much Should I Try?
We recommend referring to the following suggestions to best guide your consumption. But do remember that each of us responds to edibles differently, and it never hurts to err on the side of caution.
Recommended cannabis infused edibles dosing
2.5mg
Beginner’s Dose
If you are unfamiliar with cannabis edibles in general, we recommend starting here.
5mg
Middle-of-the-Road Dose
Consumers who are comfortable with edibles tend to enjoy a 5mg product.
10mg+
Experienced-User Dose
Some experienced consumers enjoy the cumulative effects of multiple edibles.
How to Best Enjoy Edibles
Here are 5 tips on how to have the best first experience with edibles and not over consume.
#1
Start Small & Be Patient
It can take up to two hours to feel the full effect of an edible, so don’t rush. We recommend waiting before consuming another if you’re not experiencing the desired effects right away.
#2
Long-Lasting Effects
Remember that you will feel the effect of an edible longer than inhaled cannabis; often the effect of an edible can last 4-6 hours.
#3
Avoid Mixing
Don’t combine edibles (or any cannabis product) with alcohol or any other intoxicant.1
#4
Meals Come First
Avoid consuming edibles on an empty stomach. Doing so can unintentionally heighten its effect.2
#5
Keep It Fresh
Store your edibles in a cool, dry place to ensure they stay their best.
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What are Montana’s laws around consuming and possession of edibles?
- An adult over the age of 21 can purchase up to an ounce of cannabis daily or up to 800mg of THC edibles (that’s eight packages of High Road products). Adults can legally be in possession of the same amount.
- Never drive an automobile or operate heavy machinery after consuming marijuana.
- While cannabis is legal in Montana, it is illegal to transport cannabis over state lines.