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How long does a cannabis drink take to kick in?
Cannabis drinks usually take effect faster than a gummy, often within 15 to 45 minutes, because the THC is emulsified into the liquid and absorbed partly through the mouth and stomach lining. It still varies by product, by whether you have eaten, and by person. Sip one can, wait at least an hour, and decide from there.
FAQ
Beverage Questions, Answered
Every drink currently on this menu is labeled 10 mg of THC per 12 fl oz can, which is one full adult-use serving in New York. If 10 mg is more than you want, drink half the can and recap the rest; the dose is spread evenly through the liquid.
The ratio of THC to a second cannabinoid. A 2:1 THC:CBD drink with 10 mg THC also contains 5 mg CBD. A 1:1 THC:CBC drink pairs equal amounts of THC and CBC. Drinks with added CBD, CBG, or CBC are often described as feeling softer than THC alone, though the THC amount is what sets the strength.
Only the carbonation and flavor base. Seltzers and sparkling waters are carbonated and lightly flavored; iced teas, lemonades, and sodas are still or lightly sparkling and sweeter. The THC dose per can is the same across the formats on this menu, so pick by taste.
Usually faster to start and often shorter in duration, but not stronger at the same milligram dose. A 10 mg drink and a 10 mg gummy deliver the same amount of THC; the drink tends to arrive sooner and taper off earlier, which many people find easier to pace socially.
No. Licensed New York cannabis beverages are non-alcoholic. Do not mix them with alcohol, which can intensify and prolong the effects of THC, and do not drive after drinking one.
Sealed cans keep at room temperature or in the fridge; chill before drinking for the best flavor. Once opened, finish within a day and keep the can refrigerated. Store unopened cans where children cannot reach them, since they look like ordinary sodas and seltzers.
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Read guide →Visit the shopAva Flower Co · Upper East Side
Ava Flower Co. is a licensed adult-use cannabis dispensary at 1280 1st Ave on Manhattan’s Upper East Side (license #OCM-RETL-25-000425) serving Lenox Hill, Yorkville, Sutton Place, Carnegie Hill, and Midtown East with online ordering for express pickup and local delivery.Order ahead for pickup at 1280 1st Ave, New York, NY 10065. Set your address to confirm delivery where permitted. Adults 21+ only. Valid ID required.