CBD Syrup

Craving Something Sweet? Try CBD Syrups

• Summary
• Introduction
• Why CBD?
• What is CBD Syrup?
• How To Use CBD Syrup
• How Does CBD Syrup Absorb?
• Why We Love Eating CBD
• Final Thoughts
• FAQ

Summary

CBD has never been so tasty! This article discusses all things CBD syrup, including the pros of choosing edible forms of CBD, how to find and purchase high-quality CBD syrup products, how to make your own CBD infused syrup and more. This form of CBD is a delicious way to get your daily CBD intake, with very little fuss and a chance to incorporate new recipes and flavours into your diet.

Introduction

Are you a syrup person? Do you enjoy using CBD? If so, then allow us to introduce you to your new favourite method of CBD consumption! Here at Alphagreen, we offer you a versatile selection of CBD syrups to choose from. They all provide high quality ingredients within a sweet package, so that you can rest assured that you’re putting the best into your body without needing to compromise on taste or versatility.

So, why do you need a CBD syrup in your life? Whether you love to add syrup to your morning coffee, your oats or pancakes or you’re a mocktail-lover, we guarantee CBD syrups are a new, delicious way to introduce CBD into your lifestyle.

Why CBD?

For those wondering why CBD is so important- rest assured, we can explain.

Firstly, let’s answer the commonly asked question: what is CBD? CBD is short for cannabidiol and is one of the many cannabinoids located in the cannabis plant. Unlike it’s cousin tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the primary intoxicating compound from the plant, CBD offers no such mind-altering effects.

CBD is fast becoming an important supplement in people’s daily diet. This is because CBD is a versatile supplement, providing a wealth of potential benefits that all stem from the way that the cannabinoid acts on our endocannabinoid system (ECS). This is, arguably, our most important system. It promotes balance, or homeostasis, in the body, helping to regulate our mood, appetite, sleep, immunity and more. Pretty much every process can be controlled, to some extent, by our ECS. CBD’s impact on our bodies, then, is hugely important.

In truth, CBD doesn’t directly interfere with our ECS. Instead, CBD acts on our ECS by increasing the concentration levels of two therapeutic endocannabinoids. These are molecules, produced by the body, which act upon our ECS receptors. CB1 receptors are mainly located in the brain and throughout your body, while CB2 receptors are primarily found in your immune system. CBD can influence these receptors to promote vital regulation.

CBD’s presence actually promotes higher levels of anandamide and 2-AG. And according to studies, especially research conducted on those who tend to regularly meditate, those with higher levels of anandamide and 2-AG tend to be more perceptive and happy.

What is CBD Syrup?

This should come as no shock – CBD syrup is a sweet and thick substance that’s been infused with CBD! You’ve likely already used syrup in your cooking before, maybe you’ve drizzled it over your pancakes or cakes, or even added a spoonful or two to sweeten up your coffee.

Alongside CBD, sugar, honey and other sweeteners, there can also be other ingredients included. For example, herbs and other botanicals can be infused with the syrup such as melatonin. This can help to promote a healthy sleep cycle.

Keep an eye out for the ingredients of a CBD syrup before you make a purchase, as you can not only discover the one that suits your tastes, needs and health requirements, but also the CBD strength. There’s a wide range of flavours out there, such as vanilla, chocolate, lemon and more.

How to Use CBD Syrup

You’re in no way limited when it comes to using CBD syrup. Firstly, it can taste good on its own, simply pour some onto a spoon (after calculating your dosage) and enjoy. However, most people enjoy getting a little more creative when it comes to their CBD syrup usage. Don’t panic, you don’t need to be a Michelin star chef to create some delicious recipes. Here are just some ideas of CBD infused syrup treats you could incorporate into your routine:

• Brownies
• Cookies
• Cakes
• Coffee/tea
• Mocktails
• Sodas
• Porridge

You can consume your CBD syrup at any time of day or night – just do what works for your routine. We’re all individuals and lead individual lives, and therefore what will work for one person will differ for another. For example, one common internet search related to this form of CBD consumption is ‘CBD calming syrup’.

To help promote a sense of calm, you could combine your CBD use with your night-time routine. Try a calming and warm tea infused with CBD syrup, or you could even treat yourself to one of your bakes that you’ve infused with CBD.

If you prefer to keep things simple, why not drink a glass of hydrating sparkling water and enjoy the added goodness of CBD syrup? Then you’re ready to wind down for the evening! Following your CBD consumption, enjoy the little things that make you happy and help you find peace. This could be reading, mediation or calling a loved one.

It's important to note that any CBD syrup that includes melatonin shouldn’t be consumed during the day as it can enhance sleepiness.

Finding the Right Dosage

Finding your ideal CBD dosage will be unique to you and a number of different factors. For example, your weight, height, body chemistry, the CBD potency of the syrup and when you last ate. Your first port of call will be reading the label of the CBD syrup so that you can understand how much CBD will be in each serving. If this isn’t clear, then you can divide the volume of the bottle by the total amount of CBD. Say you purchased a 60 ml bottle that contained 300 mg of CBD, this will total 5 mg of CBD per ml.

Begin with a low dose and monitor how it affects you. This could be as low as 10 mg or 20 mg. After one week, you could increase this by 5 mg if you feel that this would benefit you. It’s always a good idea to consult a medical professional. They will be able to analyse if the CBD will interact with any of your current medications. Also, keep in mind that it can take thirty minutes or more to begin to feel the effects, so refrain from consuming more until you can confirm that the CBD has begun to work.

How Does Our Body Absorb CBD Syrup?

CBD products that are for oral consumption take longer to be absorbed in our systems. CBD syrup, or any edible form of CBD, tends to make its way through the system slowly. When we eat anything it takes a while to process - first it needs to make its way through our digestive system and then it enters our liver. It is in our liver where the CBD product is metabolised. This is known as the ‘first pass effect’, and this lowers the bioavailability of the CBD.

What is bioavailability you ask? It’s how much of a nutrient, vitamin or supplement absorbs into your bloodstream. So, why are we talking to you about bioavailability, knowing that any edible form of CBD has a low absorption percentage - especially compared to other methods such as vaping or sublingual (under the tongue)?

Edible CBD products are still selling incredibly well despite knowledge of CBD’s bioavailability being pretty common.

This is for a number of reasons; companies are pretty transparent about edible CBD having a low rate of absorption. But there’s a wealth of benefits to edible forms of CBD. Keep reading to discover what they are.

Why We Love Eating CBD!

We love eating CBD for a number of reasons. For one, edible CBD can be incorporated into different things - namely, sweet treats, candies, gummies and, of course, syrups. There’s a creativity to edible CBD that surpasses the usual, mundane routine. Mixing CBD syrup into your coffee or squirting some on your pancakes can be a delicious way to get your daily intake without ever feeling bored.

While edible CBD takes longer to pass into the bloodstream, it lasts a whole lot longer in the system. Studies show that edible CBD can last as long as 6-8 hours in the system; way longer than any other method of taking CBD where the average time spans 1-2 hours.

So, while the effects of edible CBD may be a lot subtler than other methods, the payback is that these effects last in the system for longer. This is perfect if you want your CBD to take effect over the course of a few hours - simply slip a few spoons of syrup into your coffee and let the effects wash over you for the rest of your day.

Lastly, we love CBD edibles because it can be the perfect way to start your day. If you’re new to CBD and you’re in no mood to faff around with vape pens or oil pipettes, a tasty syrup might just do the trick for you. Not only is it a versatile way to get your daily intake of CBD, our syrups are flavourful, high-quality and come in a variety of different options. In many ways, CBD edibles are perfect for those of us who want to feel the slow-burn effects of CBD without feeling a sudden onslaught of effects.

There’s something to be said about subtlety; don’t knock it till you’ve tried it.

How Does CBD Syrup Compare to CBD Oil?

So, how does CBD oil - arguably the most widespread way of consuming CBD - compare to CBD syrup? Well, one of the main differences is the consistency, as syrup is much thicker compared to CBD oil. Furthermore, no matter the flavourings, CBD syrup will be sweeter in comparison to oil.

What’s more, CBD oil can be consumed sublingually and therefore provides a greater bioavailability. However, edible forms of CBD are believed to provide the most long-lasting effects in comparison to other methods. Of course, you can also combine CBD oil into your food and drink if you would prefer to avoid the sweet taste of syrup. You can even purchase water soluble CBD oil to add to your drinks.

Where Can You Buy CBD Syrup?

So, where can you buy CBD syrup? After all, you want to purchase high quality CBD syrup from reputable brands. Here’s our buyer’s guide to finding and purchasing the best CBD syrups.

Testing: With so many brands creating CBD products, there’s a key tell as to whether a brand or product is worth your time and that’s third-party lab testing. This form of testing is unbiased and unconnected to the manufacturer and brand, meaning that it gives a fair overview of the ingredients and concentrations contained within a product. They examine the presence of cannabinoids, terpenes and other compounds and also ensure that dangerous metals and contaminants aren’t present. This allows you to know exactly what’s going to be included in your CBD syrup. You should be able to access the certificate of analysis (COA) of a product. Any brand that is reluctant to provide this should be avoided.

Source: Purchase from brands who care about how their cultivators grow their hemp. Consider how and where the plants are grown, and whether organic farming methods are used, including the safety aspects, as you don’t want any contaminants being absorbed into the plants through the soil.

User Experience: Customer reviews and experience with a product can be extremely useful information. Check out the reviews, whether that be on Trustpilot or social media channels, to discover what the general consensus is.

Labels: CBD is classed as a novel food, bringing much more regulation into the CBD industry. Brands are required to adequately label their products. You can choose brands who provide helpful dosage information.

How to Make CBD Syrup

Did you know that you can make your own CBD syrup? This is ideal for those of you who can’t find a syrup that suits your needs or tastes, allowing you to tailor the ingredients to fit your lifestyle. Here’s a simple recipe for you to follow:

Equipment You Will Need:

• An airtight container (such as a glass jar)
• A saucepan

Ingredients You Will Need:

• One cup of water
• One cup of sweetener (your choice), such as honey, stevia or sugar
• One tablespoon of vegetable glycerin (VG)
• Your chosen dosage of CBD isolate (this is CBD in crystal or powder form)

Step One

Place the water in a saucepan and bring it to a simmer. Add your chosen sweetener and stir it in. Cover it and leave it to simmer for 15 – 20 minutes.

Step Two

Next stir in the VG and leave it to simmer for five minutes. Keep stirring.

Step Three

Turn off the cooker hob and stir in the CBD isolate. Keep stirring until it’s absorbed.

Step Four

Once the texture of the syrup is ready, allow the mixture to cool for one hour. Before it has entirely cooled off, pour it into the jar and seal it.

Final Thoughts

If you love your syrups and CBD, then it’s only natural to combine the two together. The versatility of this form of CBD and the range of flavours will have you reaching for the bottle time and time again. Plus, CBD edibles are the ideal option for individuals wanting longer-lasting effects from their CBD. Get creative in the kitchen today with one of our CBD infused syrups!