Why is coconut oil popular for cannabis infusion?
Coconut oil has a high concentration of fatty acids. Fatty acids bind well to the cannabinoids in the cannabis. Compared to, olive oil which only has about 20% saturated fat, coconut oil has about 80% saturated fat making it near perfect for cannabis infusion.
Coconut oil is also solid at room temperature making it perfect for topical use as well.
Recipe for cannabis infused coconut oil:
Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut oil
- 1 cup ground cannabis flower (7-10 grams)
Materials
- Strainer or cheesecloth
- Grinder
- Double boiler
1. Grind your cannabis. Do not grind the cannabis into a fine powder or it will slip through the cheesecloth or strainer,
2. Combine the coconut oil and cannabis in the double boiler and heat the two on low together for a few hours. This will allow for decarboxylation which converts the THCA to THC allowing you to feel high without having to smoke. 3. Strain the oil. Do not squeeze the cheesecloth or this will add chlorophyll to the final product. THe oil's shelf life is about two months, but can be longer with refrigeration.
How to use cannabis coconut oil:
Once you finished the infusion the possibilities are endless:
- Combine with beeswax and aloe to make a topical cream.
- Use coconut oil in place of butter or oil in a recipe.
- Put coconut oil into capsules for easy measurement.
- Make an infused tea or latte.
