CBD Cocktail Recipes: How to incorporate CBD into classic cocktails

CBD Cocktail Recipes: How to incorporate CBD into classic cocktails

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 cocktails

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 cocktails


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!