Cannabis-Infused Chocolate Bars

Both cannabis and chocolate have been used independently as a source of wellness for thousands of years. It is only natural to pair the two together to take your health and well-being to a new level. You may be used to eating chocolate to soothe a bad mood or to enjoy an evening with your significant other even more—well, there’s actually science behind that! Pair that with the medicinal effects of cannabinoids in the cannabis plant, and you’re onto something really special.

Did you know that the flavanols in cocoa (chocolate) can lower blood pressure? On top of that, dark chocolate improves blood flow to the liver and may even prevent liver damage; polyphenols in dark chocolate improve ‘good’ cholesterol levels, chocolate can keep your heart healthy and reduce inflammation, and it can even boost your mood.

When you infuse cannabis into a food or beverage, it is considered an ‘edible.’ Brownies were some of the first edibles to be popularized in contemporary culture, but today we’ve got everything you can think of infused with cannabis. The ‘brownie fad’ though, was super popular for good reason! Chocolate enhances your cannabis experience and, if done properly, can make you feel better long after enjoying the sweet treat.

Cannabinoids like CBD and THC are the most common cannabinoids you’ll see in infused goods today, but occasionally you may also see CBN, CBG, and CBC.

What Happens If You Eat CBD Chocolate

CBD has become increasingly popular owing to a long list of reported health benefits, specifically targeting consumers seeking physical relief from something. CBD is available in tinctures, oils, and many more types of products, but, of course, with the benefits of this amazing cannabinoid comes a very strong earthy herb flavor when ingested.

CBD chocolate and CBD edibles not only take away the herby bitter taste associated with pure CBD, but they can also have many positive effects on our bodies, making it a great way to enhance your CBD experience.

Some of the reported benefits of Eating CBD Chocolates include:

1. Mood and Brain-Boosting Effects
2. Anti-inflammatory Benefits
3. Protects Against Cardiovascular Diseases
4. Stimulates Your Nervous System
5. Helps Treat Mental Health Issues like Stress, Anxiety and Depression
6. Improves Blood Flow and Blood Pressure
7. Protects Skin

What Is Cannabis Chocolate Used For

Infused chocolates can be used in place of other medicinal treatments or any other intoxicating experiences desired. CBD chocolates especially, are often used for physical ailments as well as stress and anxiety.

How Cannabis Chocolates Are Made

Creating the perfect chocolate requires extreme care and attention to detail. If you temper it incorrectly, the natural waxes and lipids in the chocolate will separate out and show up on top as white film, making the chocolate hard and stale. Once the chocolate is created and melted into the perfect liquid consistency, the cannabinoids are added in from a concentrate of some kind (each manufacturer handles things a little differently).

The combining of the cannabinoids and the chocolate is a long process of churning nonstop for an extended amount of time, sometimes more than 24 hours. Most cannabis chocolates are then poured into a custom mold of some kind and cooled, tempering the chocolate to retain the perfect texture, flavor, and natural properties.

Why Chocolate & Cannabis Are A Perfect Pair

Is there anything better than a perfect piece of chocolate? Why yes, there is; thank you for asking! It’s cannabis chocolate. Chocolate alone is great, blissful even, but, cannabis-infused chocolate has a perfect balance of sweet, salty, earthy, and just a hint of bitterness that enhances the natural chocolate flavor. There is a very fine balance between maintaining the distinct flavors of chocolate and the enticing tastes of cannabis terpenes. Also, the fats in chocolate are slower to metabolize, helping weed chocolate bars provide a longer-lasting and deeper effect on your body.

How to Consume CBD Chocolates

Due to its flexibility and versatility, the CBD + chocolate combination can be customized in a plethora of ways. It is difficult to pinpoint an amount of CBD that might work for you, so we suggest speaking to your doctor or dispensary about your needs and listen to their recommendation. Once you have your chocolate of choice, it’s always best to start small and work your way up over time (like days or weeks, not hours).

Start with the smallest dose of your edible weed chocolate and see how your body responds. As you maintain or slowly increase your dosage, you will start to have a good idea of how much CBD you really need.

It’s also very important to trust the manufacturer of your CBD chocolates. Zen Cannabis, our chocolates are our #1 product, so we take great care and pride in them, triple testing them for consistency and quality.

Are Cannabis Chocolate Bars Legal and Safe

The legality of cannabis infused chocolate bars depends on your location. Right now, every state in the U.S. has different rules and regulations regarding the use of and production of cannabis. Check your local laws for explicit information regarding infused chocolate bars. However, CBD from hemp is completely legal in all 50 states, and lucky for us, CBD chocolates made from hemp can be purchased and sold online and shipped to any of the states. So get yourself a sweet treat that is good for your body and mind!