Cannabis-Infused Sugar: The Best Way to Sweeten Your Edibles

Table of Contents

1. 1. Introduction
   2. Why Make Cannabis-Infused Sugar?
   3. Choosing the Right Ingredients
   4. Decarboxylation: Activating THC for Infusion
   5. How to Make Cannabis Sugar (Step-by-Step Guide)
   6. Dosing Your Infused Sugar Correctly
   7. How to Store Cannabis Sugar for Maximum Potency
   8. Frequently Asked Questions
   9. Conclusion

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Key Takeaways

• Cannabis-infused sugar is a discreet and easy way to add THC to food and drinks.
• Decarboxylation is essential—it activates THC to make your sugar potent.
• Infusing sugar with cannabis requires an alcohol-based tincture to distribute cannabinoids evenly.
• Proper dosing ensures an enjoyable experience—calculate THC per teaspoon before use.

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1. Introduction

Cannabis-infused sugar is a game-changer for homemade edibles. Unlike cannabutter or oil, infused sugar is sweet, odorless, and dissolves easily in drinks and desserts. Whether you want to sweeten your morning coffee, bake cookies, or mix it into a cocktail, cannabis sugar offers a discreet and potent way to consume THC.

In this guide, you’ll learn:
✔ How to decarboxylate cannabis for proper THC activation.
✔ How to use an alcohol-based tincture to infuse sugar.
✔ The best way to dose and store your infused sugar.

Let’s get started! 🍬

2. Why Make Cannabis-Infused Sugar?

✔ Discreet & Versatile: No strong cannabis flavor or smell.
✔ Easily Dissolvable: Can be mixed into coffee, tea, cocktails, and desserts.
✔ Long-Lasting Effects: Edibles provide 6–8 hours of effects, much longer than smoking.
✔ Precise Dosing: Easy to measure by the teaspoon for controlled consumption.

💡 Tip: Cannabis sugar works well in cold drinks, unlike cannabutter, which needs heat to dissolve.

3. Choosing the Right Ingredients

To make cannabis-infused sugar, you’ll need three essential ingredients:

1. Decarboxylated Cannabis or Concentrate

✔ Flower: Works well for DIY tinctures.
✔ Cannabis Concentrate: More potent, dissolves easier (e.g., distillate, RSO).

2. High-Proof Alcohol (Everclear or Vodka)

✔ Used to extract THC from cannabis.
✔ Must be at least 150-proof alcohol for effective extraction.

3. Granulated Sugar

✔ White sugar works best for absorption.
✔ Can also use brown sugar, coconut sugar, or monk fruit sweetener.

💡 Tip: If avoiding alcohol, you can infuse sugar using cannabutter or oil, but it won’t dissolve as well in drinks.

4. Decarboxylation: Activating THC for Infusion

Before making cannabis sugar, you must decarboxylate your cannabis to activate THC.

How to Decarboxylate Cannabis for Sugar:

1️⃣ Preheat oven to 220–240°F (105–115°C).
2️⃣ Break up cannabis buds (don’t grind too fine).
3️⃣ Spread evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4️⃣ Bake for 30–40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
5️⃣ Let cool before infusing.

💡 Tip: Decarbing at a lower temperature for longer preserves terpenes, enhancing flavor and effects.

5. How to Make Cannabis Sugar (Step-by-Step Guide)

Ingredients:

✔ ½ cup (4 oz) high-proof alcohol (Everclear or vodka)
✔ 3.5 grams of decarboxylated cannabis
✔ 1 cup granulated sugar
✔ Cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer
✔ Baking dish or parchment-lined tray

Instructions:

Step 1: Make a Cannabis Tincture

1️⃣ Place decarboxylated cannabis into a glass jar.
2️⃣ Pour ½ cup of high-proof alcohol over the cannabis.
3️⃣ Seal the jar and shake for 3–5 minutes to extract THC.
4️⃣ Let sit for 20 minutes to an hour, shaking occasionally.
5️⃣ Strain through a cheesecloth into a clean bowl.

💡 Tip: The longer the tincture sits, the stronger the infusion.

Step 2: Infuse the Sugar

1️⃣ Pour 1 cup of sugar into a shallow baking dish or parchment-lined tray.
2️⃣ Drizzle the cannabis tincture over the sugar, stirring well to coat evenly.
3️⃣ Spread the sugar into a thin, even layer.

💡 Tip: Use a silicone spatula to distribute the mixture evenly.

Step 3: Evaporate the Alcohol

1️⃣ Preheat oven to 200°F (95°C).
2️⃣ Place the sugar tray in the oven and bake for 30–60 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
3️⃣ Once the alcohol has fully evaporated, the sugar will be dry and crumbly.
4️⃣ Store in an airtight container for future use.

💡 Tip: Stirring frequently prevents sugar from clumping together.

6. Dosing Your Infused Sugar Correctly

Proper dosing ensures a safe and enjoyable experience.

Use this formula to estimate THC per teaspoon of sugar:

Example Calculation:

• 3.5g cannabis at 15% THC
• 70% extraction rate
• Total THC: 3.5 × 1000 × 0.15 × 0.7 = 367.5 mg THC
• If using 1 cup of sugar (48 teaspoons):

367.5 : 48 = 7.65 mg THC per teaspoon

💡 Tip: Beginners should start with 2.5–5 mg THC per serving.

7. How to Store Cannabis Sugar for Maximum Potency

✔ Airtight container: Keeps sugar dry and fresh.
✔ Room temperature storage: Lasts up to 6 months.
✔ Dark storage: Light can degrade THC over time.

💡 Tip: Break it apart with a fork or food processor if sugar clumps.

8. Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use brown sugar instead of white sugar?
A: Yes! Brown sugar, coconut sugar, or monk fruit sweetener all work.

Q: Does cannabis sugar taste like weed?
A: A little, but the sweetness masks most of the cannabis flavor.

Q: Can I make cannabis sugar without alcohol?
A: Yes, but it’s more complicated. Try mixing cannabutter with sugar for a paste-like alternative.

Q: How long do the effects of cannabis sugar last?
A: Depending on dosage, the effects will last 6–8 hours.

9. Conclusion

Cannabis-infused sugar is a versatile, easy-to-dose, and delicious way to enjoy THC in edibles. By decarbing cannabis, making a tincture, and infusing sugar, you can create a long-lasting infused sweetener for coffee, tea, cocktails, and baking.

✔ Use Everclear for best results.
✔ Let the alcohol fully evaporate to avoid intense flavors.
✔ Start with a low dose (2.5–5 mg per serving) to avoid overconsumption.

Next up: How to Make Cannabis-Infused Drinks! 🍹