You won’t find pre-made cannabis beverages for sale at licensed New Jersey dispensaries (at least not yet), but certain products available at these dispensaries bridge this gap.
Infused mixers, products like powders, syrups, and drops that contain tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) — make it possible to infuse your favorite drinks, from your morning coffee to happy hour “cannacocktails.”
Keep reading to understand THC beverages’ legal status in New Jersey, which types of THC drink products are available at licensed cannabis dispensaries, and how to make your own cannacocktails.
Are THC drinks legal in New Jersey?
Some THC beverages — the kind made from hemp-derived cannabinoids — are technically legal in New Jersey. But there’s a twist: licensed New Jersey cannabis dispensaries cannot sell these beverages.
We explain why this is the case below. As you explore this topic, keep in mind that licensed New Jersey cannabis dispensaries can legally sell THC mixers — but not ready-to-go beverages — that you can use to infuse your own beverages.
If cannabis beverages are not regulated in New Jersey, why have I seen them for sale?
You may have encountered THC beverages for sale outside licensed dispensaries. These beverages take advantage of an ongoing legal loophole involving intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids.
These drinks are not currently regulated or tested under the same process as regulated THC items sold in licensed cannabis dispensaries. They are hemp-derived seltzers, and they are not currently regulated, which is why they are not sold in licensed dispensaries.
The term “intoxicating hemp products” encompasses more than beverages, too. It includes any THC-infused item containing hemp-derived THC, including THC beverages and delta-8 THC products.
These products are only found at shops not regulated by the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC).
They are also not held to the same regulatory standards as the ones you’ll find on dispensary shelves, so there’s no way to trust that they’re safe or actually contain what the label suggests.
Buying from a licensed dispensary ensures your products are tested, safe, and accurately labeled.
So, are hemp-derived cannabis beverages legal?
For now, sort of. The legal status of intoxicating hemp-derived products has been hotly debated and was recently subject to legal challenges.
In September 2024, Governor Phil Murphy signed a law that banned the sale of intoxicating hemp products in New Jersey. Hemp is defined as varieties of Cannabis sativa L. containing no more than 0.3% THC.
However, an early October 2024 federal court ruling prevented the enforcement of much of New Jersey’s ban two days before it was set to take effect.
Sales of intoxicating hemp products to anyone under 21 years old remain banned, but the sale of unregulated hemp-derived products outside of licensed dispensaries has continued.
It may soon end, though. As part of the November 2025 federal spending bill that ended the U.S. government shutdown, Congress passed legislation banning most hemp-derived products.
This ban is currently expected to be enforced in November 2026. Once the ban is enforced, interstate hemp transactions, including online purchases and shipping, would become illegal.
State markets for intoxicating hemp would also be considered illegal under the federal ban; however, these markets could conceivably continue to operate under a state regulatory framework in a fashion similar to adult-use cannabis markets.
We further explain the differences between hemp and cannabis, and hemp-derived THC and cannabis-derived THC, in our guides to gas station weed and delta-8 THC versus delta-9 THC.
What THC beverage products are available in NJ?
At licensed New Jersey cannabis dispensaries, the THC beverage products available are THC syrups and drink mix packets.
THC syrups
You can stir THC syrups into your favorite beverages to reach new heights of flavor, relaxation, and focus, or you can drizzle them over desserts to amplify your indulgence.
At Blue Oak, our menu is home to THC drink mixers from the brands Major, Journeyman, and Bosky Labs.
Each bottle contains 100 mg THC in total and fits in the palm of your hand, so even a small amount goes a very long way — be careful not to overconsume!
THC syrups from Major and Bosky Labs are known for quickly delivering effects, whereas you may prefer Journeyman for syrups with minor cannabinoids like cannabinol (CBN), cannabigerol (CBG), and cannabichromene (CBC).
Our favorites from these brands include:
Major’s Blueberry THC Mixer, which may help you get in the zone and power through your day.
Journeyman’s Blueberry Lemonade Syrup, with a 2:1 THC:CBN ratio (10 mg THC / 5 mg CBN per serving) that’s ideal for a deeply relaxing, restful experience.
Bosky Labs’ Hash Rosin Syrup, which packs sweet, juicy flavors into a blissful experience.
THC drink packets
Whereas THC syrups are versatile liquids, THC drink packets are powders designed for shaking and stirring into water.
You’ll find 10-packs of THC drink packets from The Cannabis Philosophy on the menu at Blue Oak, with 10 mg THC per packet.
Simply mix your Cannabis Philosophy powder with 8 to 12 ounces of water until the powder is fully dissolved.
Choose Fruit Punch for an extra sweet nightcap, or Lemonade for a sharp foray into your day.
Why choose THC beverages?
Using THC syrups or drink packets to craft your own infused beverages is a great way to consume cannabis since doing so is:
- Convenient. Simply pour your drink packet or syrup into your beverage, then stir. You don’t need any special tools or cannabis accessories, and you can store your drink in your favorite water bottle for on-the-go enjoyment.
- Flavorful. THC syrups and drink packets bring fruity, tart, sweet flavors to an ordinary glass of water, a morning cup of tea, a cannacocktail, or any drink in between.
- Discreet. Infused mixers are discreet cannabis products that don’t smell, and if you pour them over ice in an insulated bottle, they make great discreet beach companions.
- Easy to dose. When trying cannabis for the first time, THC beverages are a great choice. Although the amount of THC per teaspoon of syrup varies by brand, it’s often large enough that just a dash of syrup in your drink may be enough to elevate your day. And with drink powders, measuring out just a fraction of the packet for a small dose may be even easier.
- Customizable. From dosing to flavor, THC beverages are exceptionally easy to prepare to your exact liking. Go tropical and microdosed with the taste of mango, refreshing and blissed-out with a lemonade concoction, or tart-sweet and sedating with blueberry syrup.
Are THC drinks stronger than edibles?
Whether THC drinks are stronger than THC edibles such as gummies, chocolates, and baked goods is subjective and varies from consumer to consumer.
Many people report that edibles are stronger, with a longer-lasting THC high to boot.
It’s also common for THC drinks to have a considerably shorter onset time (how long effects take to kick in) than THC edibles.
In particular, THC syrups from Major and Bosky Labs are crafted with nanoemulsion technology so that, for most people, the effects come on especially quickly.
As such, with certain products, you may initially feel that THC drinks are stronger since the experience begins sooner — but it also ends sooner and may ultimately not be as intense.
How to use THC beverage products
You can use THC beverage products to infuse seltzers, mocktails such as margaritas, and classic morning beverages such as tea and coffee.
Elevate your average seltzer
THC drink packets from The Cannabis Philosophy dissolve completely in water, including seltzers.
Stir your packet into your bubbly water, whether it’s from a can or your home carbonation setup, then sip and enjoy.
Make a cannacocktail
THC-infused mocktails make it easier to ditch alcohol while still finding relaxation and bringing out your most social self.
Try making your own cannacocktails during Dry January or whenever you’re looking to take the edge off without alcohol.
For your first cannacocktail, consider a margarita.
It’s a tried and true classic, it’s bursting with flavor, and you can get everything you need for it at any supermarket (except THC syrup, available exclusively at licensed New Jersey cannabis dispensaries).
At Blue Oak, we’re big fans of the following cannamargarita recipe:
- Grab your margarita glass and run a lime wedge around its edge. Dip the lime-soaked edge in salt or Tajín.
- Fill a shaker (or sealed mason jar or lidded water bottle) with ice.
- Add the juice of one large lime and 1 ounce of orange juice or triple sec to the shaker.
- Add a dose of your THC syrup of choice. To choose the right syrup, consider its effects and the subtle taste it might add to the usual margarita flavor profile. Watermelon and mango flavors, both available from Bosky Labs, are known to pair well with margaritas.
- Shake it all together vigorously for 15 to 20 seconds.
- Strain everything out over ice that you’ve newly added to your margarita glass.
- For a small but fancy touch, optionally garnish your margarita glass with a lime wedge. Your Cannamargarita is now ready to enjoy.
Infuse your morning coffee or tea
As water-based beverages, coffee or tea pair well with morning-friendly THC mixers.
Stir them in to enrich your morning routine with more flavor and potentially greater focus, energy, or creativity, or simply the sort of bliss that makes even the dreariest days feel more alive.
Start your THC beverage journey at Blue Oak
From fruity nighttime THC syrups to daytime THC drink mix packets, options abound for making your own THC beverages at Blue Oak.
At our licensed New Jersey cannabis dispensary, our knowledgeable staff is always delighted to help you choose the right product.
Our woman-owned, mom-operated, independent establishment is here to support your wellness through premium cannabis, personalized educational resources, and one-on-one guidance.
Plan your trip now for a welcoming start into cannacocktails, infused morning beverages, and so much more.
