THC Energy Drinks: What to Know Before You Try One

THC energy drinks are one of the newest corners of the cannabis beverage world. They pair a familiar energy-drink format with THC, which makes them a little different from a standard THC soda. If you’re curious about trying one, here’s what to know first.

What Is a THC Energy Drink?

A THC energy drink is a cannabis-infused beverage made in the style of an energy drink. Most combine THC with caffeine and bright, citrusy flavors. Like other cannabis drinks, they’re measured in milligrams of THC, so the label tells you exactly how much is in each serving and in the whole can.

In legal cannabis markets, THC energy drinks made with marijuana-derived THC are sold only through licensed dispensaries, and you must be 21 or older to buy them.

How Are THC Energy Drinks Different From THC Sodas?

The biggest difference is caffeine. A THC soda, like our Classic Sodas, is built around a familiar soda flavor. A THC energy drink adds caffeine to the mix, so you’re consuming two active ingredients at once.

That makes it extra important to read the label. Check both the THC content and the caffeine content before you open one, and think about how much caffeine you’ve already had that day.

Meet High Octane

High Octane is Keef’s cannabis-infused energy soda. It’s a hand-crafted citrus blend made with lemon and lime, and it’s infused with rotating hybrid strains.

High Octane is available in different strengths depending on the market, including a high-potency High Octane Xtreme in select states. Packaging and caffeine content can vary by state and dose, so always check the label on the can you buy.

Tips for Trying a THC Energy Drink

  • Start low. If you’re new to THC drinks, begin with a low-dose option and give it time before having more. Our THC drink dosing guide walks through how to read milligram labels.
  • Be patient. THC drinks don’t kick in instantly. Learn more about timing in How Fast Do THC Drinks Work?
  • Watch your caffeine. Count the caffeine in your THC energy drink along with any coffee, tea or other energy drinks you’ve had.
  • Skip the mixing. Avoid combining THC energy drinks with alcohol.
  • Plan ahead. Never drive or operate machinery after consuming THC.

Who Are THC Energy Drinks For?

THC energy drinks are for adults 21 and older who already know how they respond to THC and are comfortable with caffeine. If you’re brand new to cannabis drinks, a low-dose THC soda may be a simpler place to start. THC Drinks for Beginners covers the basics.

If you’re sensitive to caffeine, pregnant or nursing, or taking any medications, talk to your doctor before trying a THC energy drink.

How to Store THC Energy Drinks

Keep THC energy drinks in their original, labeled packaging and store them out of reach of children and pets. Because they look like regular energy drinks, it’s important that no one grabs one by mistake. Our guide on how to store THC drinks has more tips.

Where to Buy THC Energy Drinks

High Octane and our other energy drinks are sold through licensed dispensaries in select markets, and you must be 21 or older to purchase. Product availability varies by market. Use our store locator to find Keef near you.

Looking for hemp-derived THC drinks that ship to your door? Keef hemp drinks ship to eligible states from keefbrandshemp.com. You must be 21 or older to purchase.

Find Keef near you

Keef drinks are sold at licensed dispensaries in select markets.

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