Weed gummies make dosing easy, taste great, and can be stored for a long time. Whether you want to use cannabis recreationally or consider yourself a medical user, there are specific benefits to gummies that are hard to find elsewhere!
Marijuana gummy bears are a great choice for cannabis users looking for a discreet, tasty, convenient, and lung-friendly way to consume cannabinoids such as THC and CBD.
Gummies offer long-lasting effects and are easy to dose, making them preferable in some cases to smoking or vaping. As THC from gummy bears is metabolised by the liver, by the time it reaches the bloodstream it has been converted into 11-hydroxy-THC, a more potent and longer-lasting version of this compound. So be aware of this before taking any edible cannabis products, as it can be a blessing or a curse, depending on what effects you’re searching for.
We have two recipes here. One for making gummy bears from scratch, and another for making them from existing gummy bears—with the latter being more straightforward but less customisable. Both recipes require some sort of canna-oil, so if you don’t have that, check out our articles on making your own cannabis oil.
Making weed gummy bears is pretty easy. Our recipe can be adjusted as you see fit, and it’s just one of many, so don’t feel restricted by it. Rather, use it as a simple starting point from which you can experiment and explore to your heart’s (and stomach’s) content. Just be sure to include the binding agents, otherwise you’ll end up with some sort of gelatinous cannabis juice (which could be nice in its own right!).
This first recipe shows you how to make cannabis gummies using raw ingredients. With this in mind, you’ll probably need to do some shopping if you’ve never made them before, as some of the equipment and ingredients are quite specific. If you don’t want to do that, scroll down and see the instructions for marijuana gummies with regular gummy sweets.
If you don’t fancy buying all the raw ingredients, then you can also use existing gummy bears and just melt them down—as they contain all the ingredients already! In this case, your limited to the flavours of existing gummies, although these are quite varied so it shouldn’t be too much of an issue.
Below, find some common questions and answers regarding cannabis gummy bears.
The correct dose depends on how strong your gummies are, which depends on how potent your cannabis oil is, how much you used, and how much of the gummy mixture you used. As a general rule, begin with one or two gummies and wait at least two hours before taking more. The aim is to have gummies containing around 5–10mg of THC per gummy.
Gummies will usually take effect between 30 minutes and two hours from being consumed. If you have an empty stomach, it can sometimes even be quicker than this. Likewise, if you have a full stomach, it could take longer. Always give it at least two hours before consuming a second dose.
It depends on whether you prefer gummies or brownies! Gummies are easier to dose accurately, making them useful for people who want to know how much they’re taking. Brownies are perhaps more fun as an event, and you might find they’re more enjoyable to eat, but dosing is more difficult. Brownies are also more perishable than gummies.
Coconut oil is widely regarded as the best oil for making cannabis gummies due to its high fat content, which helps with the infusion process and enhances the absorption of cannabinoids in the body. You will sometimes see coconut oil called “MCT oil”. Other forms of oil can also work.
When stored correctly, cannabis gummies can last for a very long time—indefinitely really. The amount of sugar in them acts as a natural preservative and means that, although they might lose quality, they shouldn’t really go bad. Below, find some tips for storing them appropriately to preserve their flavour, texture, and potency.
Whether you want to make them from scratch and take creative control, or you’d rather just modify existing gummy bears, we’ve got something for you! Weed gummies are great for people who want regular, reliable doses of cannabinoids, or just those who fancy something novel. Easy to make, with two different methods depending on how much control you want compared to ease, they're not a lot of hassle either. So if you want to change the way you consume your cannabinoinds, consider making cannabis gummies!