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A recent survey determined that Baby Boomers consume cannabis for medical purposes at twice the rate of Millennials. When it comes to recreational weed, though, those numbers are reversed, with Millennials sparking up just to chill out twice as much as Boomers do. 

The survey responses, conducted by Verilife, remain statistically flipped on other topics. The figures break down as follows:

Boomers

• 50% use cannabis primarily as medicine.

• 28% use weed only for recreation.

• 22% use it for both.

Millennials

• 22% use cannabis primarily as medicine.

• 49% use weed only for recreation.  

• 29% use it for both.

These vast age categories are prone to overgeneralization, of course. Just consider that “Baby Boomer” refers to people presently between the ages of 56 and 76, while “Millennial” covers everyone now between the ages of 22 and 38. So it’s best to take any supposed generational “traits” with a few grains of shake — I mean, salt.

Still, these particular poll numbers do seem to make sense. They suggest cannabis is thought of mainly as medicine for older folks while, among the young, getting high is largely about feeling happy. We’ll toke to that.

The survey churned up other interesting statistics. Smoking rules both groups as their preferred intake method, with Boomers at 50 percent and Millennials at 39 percent. Figures remained about equal for edibles, vaping, tinctures. The generations split on cannabis pills, with Boomers at 39 percent and Millennials at just 10 percent.

During the coronavirus pandemic, Boomers said their weed use has surged 44 percent versus 36 percent for Millennials.  

But, the generations did come together on several key issues. When asked if a cultural stigma still surrounds cannabis, 57 percent of both groups said yes. They also largely agreed that marijuana possesses inherent health benefits, with Boomers agreeing at 89 percent and Millennials at 92 percent. A majority of each group also said they’d opt for using medical marijuana over prescription pain meds — Boomers came in at 61 percent and Millennials at 68 percent.

Intriguingly, both Boomers and Millennials said they spend an average of $76 a month on weed.

Verilife conducted the survey by polling 1,000 self-identified cannabis consumers between May 29 and June 5, 2020. The average age of Boomer respondents was 59, with a gender breakdown at 61 percent male and 39 percent female. Among Millennial participants, the average age was 31, with 51 percent male and 46 percent female. 

Now let’s all get stoned and get along.

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Cannabis beverages are a growing trend, and it’s easy to understand why. From CBD-infused coffee to THC microdose sodas, there are seemingly endless flavors and styles that can be used to make stoney signature drinks in place of traditional cocktails. 

While no one is trying to take away our precious margaritas or frosé, reducing alcohol consumption in general is increasingly popular among people of all ages. With physical and mental well-being seen top priority, cannabis drinks can satisfy the thirst for delicious beverages that provide relaxation without hangovers or added calories.

Part of the fun of cocktails is the element of craft that goes into them. Of course, the many ready-to-drink cannabis beverages can be enjoyed on their own as an alternative to alcoholic tipples, but for those who crave the ritual of mixing something unique in their home bar — or for those who want to enjoy a complex drink that equal more than the sum of its parts — these recipes are for you. 

The concoctions below use a combination of pre-made infused beverages and tinctures. Any type of tincture, such as full-spectrum hemp, CBD or THC, will work, though we are partial to nano tinctures that are made specifically for beverages since they mix in easily and don’t change the flavor profile. 

How to make delicious cannabis-infused cocktails

Before you start mixing, there’s a few tried-and-true tips you should have at your disposal for the best canna-cocktail experience: 

  • After following a recipe, periodically taste and adjust the amounts of each ingredient to create your ideal balance.
  • Add your own flare: play around with garnishes to put a personalized stamp on homemade drinks. Try anything from cinnamon sticks to fresh figs. 

Why a canna-grapefruit spritz

Spritzes are easy-breezy cocktails that lend themselves well to brunch and summer days. The idea being that you’re probably going to have a few of them. Spritzes should be light yet flavorful, and not too sweet. An easily customizable drink, you can use any seasonal fruit, juice or herb — this recipe builds on the herbal and bitter-tangy-sweet grapefruit flavors that naturally pair well with piney terpenes found in cannabis

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Ingredients:

  • 8 oz Cann Grapefruit Rosemary Tonic
  • 2.5 oz fresh grapefruit juice
  • Fresh rosemary herb sprig for garnish 
  • Ice 

Method:

  • Pour  grapefruit juice over the ice in a large glass, then add the sparkling mixer. 
  • Massage the herb sprig between your palms to release its essential oils and place into glass. 

Products we mixed: Cann Social Tonics

If ever there was a drink that embodies the microdose mentality, this is it. This is the philosophy behind Cann Social Tonics, a small serving size sparkling drink that has only 2 milligrams of THC and 4 milligrams of CBD. Any of their flavors create a lovely spritz. 

Available: California

Q Tonic

As an alternative, use your own low-dose tincture along with a high-quality tonic or sparkling mixer, like the ones from Q Tonic. If opting for a flavored seltzer, consider adding ½ ounce of sweetener such as maple or simple syrup. 

Available: Nationwide

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