Cozy Up with a Cannabis-Infused Pumpkin Spice Latte

Fall in a mug — with a thoughtful little lift. This cannabis-infused pumpkin spice latte is a cozy, low-dose afternoon treat for adults 19 and over.

Pumpkin spice season is sacred in BC. Add a little cannabis-infused twist and you've got a perfect Sunday afternoon ritual. This recipe uses cannabis-infused oil or butter as the dose carrier and keeps things low and slow.

Important: Dosing First

For one latte, we'll target 5 mg of THC — a comfortable dose for most experienced consumers, and a bit strong for beginners. If you're new, halve the recipe's cannabis component or split the drink with a friend.

To get 5 mg per latte, you need an infused oil or butter where you know the milligrams per teaspoon. (See our cannabutter post for the full method.) For this recipe we'll assume 5 mg of THC per 1 teaspoon of your infused oil/butter.

Ingredients (Makes 1 Latte)

- 1 cup whole milk (or oat/almond milk) - 2 tbsp pure pumpkin purée (not pie filling) - 1 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar, to taste - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract - 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice - 1 shot (about 1/4 cup) brewed espresso or strong coffee - 1 tsp cannabis-infused coconut oil or cannabutter (5 mg THC) - Optional: whipped cream and a pinch of cinnamon

Instructions

1. Warm the milk. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the milk, pumpkin purée, maple syrup, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice. Whisk constantly until steaming but not boiling. 2. Brew the coffee. Pull a shot of espresso or brew a small, strong cup of coffee. 3. Combine. Pour the espresso into your mug. Add the infused oil or cannabutter and whisk to combine — the heat from the coffee helps it incorporate. 4. Add the milk. Pour the warm pumpkin spice milk on top. Whisk or use a frother for a little foam. 5. Garnish. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or extra pumpkin pie spice. 6. Sip slowly. This isn't a chug-it drink. Take 20 to 30 minutes to enjoy.

Onset and Effects

Because the THC is in fat (oil/butter) that you're drinking, you're essentially having a liquid edible. Expect onset in 30 to 90 minutes and effects to last several hours. Some people feel drinkable edibles come on a touch faster than solid food, but plan as if it's a regular edible.

Don't:

- Drink a second latte if you don't feel it yet at the 30-minute mark - Pair with alcohol - Drive afterward

Do:

- Have a snack alongside - Stay home or somewhere comfortable - Tell anyone you're sharing with exactly how much THC is in the drink

Make Ahead Tips

You can make a pumpkin spice syrup in advance — simmer 1 cup water, 1 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup pumpkin purée, and 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice for 10 minutes, then strain. Use 2 tablespoons of syrup per latte and just add the infused oil to each individual cup.

Final Sips

Cannabis edibles and beverages are for adults 19 and over in BC. Always label any infused drink clearly and keep it out of reach of anyone who didn't sign up for it. For your flower, oil, or pre-made cannabis beverages, swing by any Hive Cannabis location — our team is happy to help you find what you need.