5 easy THC cocktails for a Cali Sober Drynuary 2024

In 2024, cannabis lovers are diving headfirst into the new year with a fresh set of resolutions and a reflective gaze upon their habits from the past year. Whether it’s committing to more gym time, delving into the pages of a complete book, or, for many, embracing the challenge of Drynuary (a sober January), individuals are looking for ways to align with their goals.

One approach that resonates with BASA is the Cali Sober lifestyle, where we strike a balance between steering clear of alcohol and indulging in my love for sessionable, enjoyable cocktails. How? By incorporating cannabis-infused sodas and ‘spirits’ into classic cocktail recipes, delivering all the flavor without compromising my wellness objectives. Here are our top five picks for easy, delightful libations suitable for Drynuary and beyond.

1. Raspberry Long Island Iced Tea-HC Mocktail:

• 1 (7.5 oz) can Pamos Raspberry Long Island Iced Tea Spritz (5 mg THC)
• A splash (or more) of your preferred cola
• Lemon wedge

Directions:

1. Fill a tall glass with ice.
2. Add Pamos Raspberry beverage.
3. Top off with a splash of cola and garnish with a lemon wedge.

2. Greyhound THC Mocktail:

• 6 oz. Sprig Citrus THC-Infused Sparkling Beverage (half a can, 5 mg THC)
• 2 oz. grapefruit juice
• Grapefruit wedge

Directions:

1. Fill a rocks glass with ice.
2. Pour Sprig Citrus THC beverage and grapefruit juice.
3. Stir gently, and garnish with a grapefruit wedge.

3. Cucumber Mojito THC Mocktail:

• 1 (12 oz) can Calexo Cucumber Citron Sparkling Hemp Beverage (5 mg THC, 5 mg CBD)
• 0.5 oz simple syrup (or your favorite sweetener)
• 2 cucumber slices
• 6 sprigs of mint

Directions:

1. In a tall glass, muddle 1 cucumber slice and 4 sprigs of mint.
2. Fill with ice.
3. Pour Calexo Cucumber Citron, and stir gently.
4. Garnish with the remaining cucumber slice and mint.

4. Zesty Mimosa THC Mocktail:

• 1 (10 oz) can Fable Best Zest Sparkling Beverage
• 6 oz. orange juice
• Orange wedge

Directions:

1. Fill a pint glass with ice.
2. Pour in Fable Best Zest Sparkling drink and orange juice, stirring gently to combine.
3. Garnish with an orange wedge.

5. Ranch Water THC Mocktail:

• 3 oz. Pamos Cannabis Spirit (approximately 10 mg THC, 4 mg CBD)
• 1.5 oz. lime juice
• Topo Chico sparkling water
• Lime wheel

Directions:

1. Fill a tall glass with ice.
2. Add Pamos Cannabis Spirit and lime juice.
3. Top off with a splash of Topo Chico.
4. Stir gently and garnish with a lime wheel.

These cannabis-infused mocktails offer a refreshing twist, ensuring that Drynuary remains a flavorful and enjoyable experience