After a long day, we can all admit to needing a drink to take the edge off and relax. Many people use CBD or alcohol to help with this, but why not combine the two for an ultimate end-of-day relaxer. The classic cocktail drinks we all know can be bumped up a notch, just by adding CBD.
CBD Benefits in Drinks
It’s common to not like the taste of CBD oil, and as a result we have seen CBD added to food, coffee, and other beverages - and now it’s time to explore adding CBD oil to cocktails.
After the end of a long work day, when you need a night-cap, or even when you’re just in the mood for a refreshing cocktail - grab some CBD oil and take your drink to the next level.
CBD Gin & Tonic
If a gin & tonic is your go-to drink, you won’t want to miss this one! Ingredients you’ll need:
- 1 ½ ounce of gin
- 3 ½ ounces of tonic water
- ¼ ounce lemon juice
- 1 mL (1 dropper) Naternal 1200mg CBD oil - Full or Broad Spectrum
- Garnish to your liking
To prepare:
- In a glass, combine the gin, lemon juice, and tonic water.
- Top with ice.
- Arrange any garnishes of choice, such as grapefruit peel or lime wheel.
- Use the dropper to add the CBD to float on top.
- Enjoy your beautiful creation!
CBD Moscow Mule
The earthy taste of CBD alone can be too much to bear for some, but when added to a Moscow mule, you have the perfect fresh-tasting drink! Ingredients include:
- 2 ounce vodka
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 1 mL (1 dropper) Naternal 12000 CBD oil- Full or Broad Spectrum
- Ginger beer
- Garnish to your liking with mint sprig or lime wedge
To prepare:
- Fill a chilled copper mug or glass with ice.
- Add vodka, lime juice, and CBD to the glass and stir to combine.
- Top with ginger beer.
- Garnish with mint sprig and a lime wedge to complete your drink!
CBD Dirty Martini
Does it get any more classic than a dirty martini? As an easy option to make at home, it gets even better when CBD is added! To enjoy this cocktail, you’ll need:
- 2 ounces dry gin
- ½ ounces dry vermouth
- ½ ounce olive brine
- 1 mL (1 dropper) Naternal 1200mg Full or Broad spectrum CBD oil
- 1 dash fresh black pepper to garnish
- Garnish with the olives of your choice
To prepare:
- Add the gin or vodka, vermouth, CBD, and olive brine to a mixing glass filled with ice and stir well.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass
- Top with skewed Olives to garnish and add dash of black pepper
- Enjoy!
CBD Lavender Lemon Cocktail
Look no further for the perfect night-cap! The lavender flavor from the Naternal Rest CBD + CBN oil pairs perfectly with gin and a lemony taste to end your night. Ingredients include:
- 4 ounces gin
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 mL (1 dropper) Naternal Rest CBD + CBN oil
- Lemon peel
To prepare:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add rosemary sprigs, gin, lemon juice, and CBD oil.
- Close the shaker and shake until completely mixed.
- Strain the cocktail into chilled glasses
- Garnish with a lemon peel and enjoy!
CBD Old Fashioned
It’s common practice to use CBD oil as a morning routine, but end-of-day use of CBD can be just as beneficial, and more exciting when looking forward to enjoying your favorite cocktail. For a twist on a Old Fashioned, you’ll need:
- 2 ounces bourbon
- ¼ ounce simple syrup
- 3-4 dashes Angostura
- One orange
- 1 mL (1 dropper) Naternal 1200mg Full or Broad spectrum CBD oil
To prepare:
- Add ice to glass and pour in bourbon and simple syrup.
- Add angostura bitters and CBD oil to the glass. Stir until completely mixed
- Twist an orange peel over the drink and rub around the rim
- Garnish with orange peel and enjoy!
