High Tea: Gracious Cannabis Tea-Time Recipes for Every Occasion
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Teas, tisanes, broths, and bhangs are all exquisite ways to infuse marijuana for medicine or pleasure. With more than seventy-five recipes using a fascinating array of the finest teas, herbs, and ingredients, High Tea will show you how to create sensational flavors, select moods, and serve all of the good vibrations the cannabis plant has to offer:
- Learn the methods of serving moderate doses of cannabinoids like THC with a fast onset to ensure a therapeutic and enjoyable experience for both the cannabis novice and the experienced connoisseur.
- Discover the magic of the terpene entourage for cannabis tea, tisane, and broth: Turn on, taste it, drop in, and welcome back the fragrance, flavor, and vibes that you’ve been missing.
- Delight your guests with creamy bhangs and cannabis chai—perfect for a holiday celebration or any occasion.
Sandra Hinchliffe
Sandra Hinchliffe is the founder of posyandkettle.com, a home herbalist, an allergy chef, an autoimmune disease survivor, and an inventor of pretty things for people of sensitive constitution. She uses her background as a home herbalist and medical cannabis patient to create a repertoire of recipes designed to be both beneficial and delightful. She is the author of The Cannabis Spa at Home, the first book to bring together cannabis, spa, and herbal healing, and High Tea, a collection of gracious cannabis tea-time recipes for every occasion. She resides in Del Norte County, California.
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High Tea - Sandra Hinchliffe
Also by Sandra Hinchliffe
The Cannabis Spa at Home
CBD Every Day
Copyright © 2017 by Sandra Hinchliffe
First paperback edition, 2020.
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Paperback ISBN: 978-1-5107-5144-6
Ebook ISBN: 978-1-5107-1759-6
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DEDICATION
To Chef Roxanna
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Special thanks to my dear and bestest foraging pal, Janet; my husband, Greg; my agent, Rita Rosenkranz; and my editor at Skyhorse Publishing, Nicole Frail.
PREFACE
This book is intended for readers twenty-one and older.
The legality of the cannabis plant, as well as the other plants, possession, preparation, and consumption techniques of cannabis and other herbs varies by location—please consult your attorney for advice regarding the legal use of any plant. This book does not advocate unlawful behavior.
In addition, this book is not a replacement for the advice and diagnosis of a medical doctor—and nothing in this book should be considered medical advice. Please consult with your doctor regarding cannabis, other herbs, and your health. The recipes and suggestions in this book are not intended for pregnant or nursing mothers.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Acknowledgments
Preface
An Introduction to Cannabis Tea-Time and the Art of Cannabis Tea
Why Tea?
A Satisfying Experience: Cannabis Tea and Beverage
Infusing Cannabinoids into Beverages and Broths
Dosing
The Cannabis Infusion Oil
The Cannabis Infusion Oil Recipes
Obtain the Best Results with Cannabis Infusion Oil
Gong Fu versus Western Brewing
Cannabis-Infused Tea Gong fu Style
Step-By-Step Gong fu Cannabis-Infused Tea
Artful Cannabis and Tea Pairings
Smoky Dragon Blossom Cannabis Tea Tasting
Fresh Market Cannabis Tea Tasting
Tabletop Cannabis Infusion for Beverage and Broth
Tabletop Cannabis Infusion for Beverage and Broth Method
The Art of Cannabis Tea
Chapter One: The Entourage Tea—A Symphony for the Mind, Body, and Spirit
What is Entourage Tea?
Welcome Back What You’ve Been Missing
Transforming Herbs, Spices, Flowers, and Fruits into a Terpene Entourage
The Tea and Terpene Entourage Experience: Making, Pairing, Tasting
The Terpene Entourage Recipe Chart
Enjoy! The Entourage Tea Recipes
Vanilla Milk Oolong Cannabis Tea with Lavender Spike or Ginger Entourage
Moroccan Green and Saffron Cannabis Tea with Pink Mint Entourage
Raspberry Black Pearl Cannabis Tea with Rose Petal Entourage
Yabao Fresh Market Cannabis Tea with Entourage
Chapter Two: Cannabis Herbal Tisanes and Entourage for Wellness
Let’s Take a Walk on the Wild Side
Pokeberry: The Healer
Fresh Ginger and Pokeberry Canna-Tisane
The Anti-Inflammatory Wonder Tisane
Himalayan Blackberry
Wild Himalayan Blackberry Leaf Canna-Tisane Blend
Blackberry Blossom and Blood Orange Canna-Tisane
The Wild Olive
Olive Leaf, Mint, and Citron Canna-Cleanse Tisane
Western Blue Elderberry
Breathe Easy Speak Easy Canna-Tisane
Sassafras
Sassafras Canna-Tisane
Canna-Tisane: My Favorite Blends
Jah’s Good Hibiscus Spice Canna-Tisane
Foggy Beach Herbal CBD Tisane for Restful Sleep
Many Flowers Cannabis Enlightenment Tisane
Chapter Three: A Savory Entourage—Satisfying Cannabis-Infused Broths
Broth: A Savory Cannabis Infusion
Terpene Entourage for Cannabis Broth
The Basic Cannabis Broth Recipe
Cannabis-Infused Broth Recipe Blends
Women’s Canna-Tonic Broth
Elderberry Lemon Thyme Canna-Chicken Broth
Lemongrass Ginger Chili Canna-Chicken Broth
Cipollini Onion and Peppercorn Canna-Beef Broth
Seven Herb Canna-Vegetable Broth
Sicilian Style Canna-Vegetable Broth
Curried Canna-Vegetable Broth
Chapter Four: Bhang, Chai, and Thai—Creamy Dessert Teas and Sweet Drinks for Festive Celebrations
Making Hemp Milks and Coconut Milks
Basic Hemp Milk Recipe
Basic Coconut Milk Recipe
Cannabis Milk Infusion for Bhang and Dessert Beverages
Hemp Milk Cannabis Infusion
Coconut Milk Cannabis Infusion
Canna-Chai Recipes
Masala Canna-Chai
Vienna Canna-Chai
Green Dragon Lemongrass Canna-Chai
Prunus illicifolia, The Wild California Cherry You’ve Never Heard Of
Wild California Cherry Syrup
California Cherry Blossom Creme Canna-Chai
More Creamy Canna-Chai and Bhang Recipes From My Kitchen
Assam and Blackberry Blossom Canna-Chai
Thai Iced Canna-Tea
Coconut Matcha Bhang
Saffron Rose Bhang
Sweet Island Bhang
Entertain with These Delightful Cannibis-Infused Beverages
Laughing Buddha Mulled Canna-Cider
Shaman’s Tasting Chocolates
The Black Forest CBD Healer Chocolate
The Shaman’s Launch Pad Chocolate
Emerald Triangle/Pineapple Express Wedding Punch
Chapter Five: Cannabis-Infused Beverage and Sensitivity Cuisine Pairings for Brunch, Lunch, or Anytime
A Word on Sensitivity Cuisine and Pairing with Cannabis-Infused Beverage
Arrowroot: A Staple Ingredient of Sensitivity Cuisine
Arrowroot Tea Biscuit for Cannabis Entourage Tea or Tisane
Arrowroot Trio: Tasting Crackers, Savory Rustic Crackers, and Breadstick for Cannabis Entourage Broth
Good Vibrations for Good Libations: The Art of the GABA Pastry
How to Make Germinated GABA Sweet Brown Rice
The Arrowroot GABA Galette
Apricot Rose, Berry Orange Blossom, and Elderberry Galettes
Lapsang Souchong Smoked Tea and Ham Galette
Vanilla Cake or Upside-Down Blood Orange Cake with Wild Blackberry Sauce
Spiced Hemp Banana Bread
Farmer’s Breakfast: Sorghum Biscuits with Sorghum Molasses
The GABA Fry
Southern Sweetie Cannabis-Infused Sweet Tea + Crispy Cajun Chicken & Fried Green Tomato Bites
Mediterranean Minty Canna-Tea + Fried Artichoke Hearts and Lemon Bites
Conclusion and Resource Guide
Index
AN INTRODUCTION TO CANNABIS TEA-TIME AND THE ART OF CANNABIS TEA
Why tea?
Teas, tisanes, broths, and bhangs are simple joys that can be prepared quickly and create flavor experiences, moods, and settings perfect for all the good vibrations the cannabis plant has to offer!
A Satisfying Experience: Cannabis Tea and Beverage
I believe that the best culinary cannabinoid experience is found in the form of teas, tisanes, and broths served with an herbal entourage, as well as creamy bhangs and beverages highly spiced or infused with bright, expansive flavors. These have a distinct advantage over cannabis cuisine; they generally have a faster onset, which is easier to titrate much like vaping cannabis, resulting in a positive and uplifting experience that will harness the power of CBD and THC along with other entourage chemistry, such as additional cannabinoids, monounsaturated fats, and the terpene chemistry of select herbs, fruits, and flowers.
Teas, tisanes, broths, and bhangs also do not lend themselves to overconsumption the way a snack food or entrée might. However, the cannabis beverages in this book can be paired with unmedicated small bites, pastries, or sweets that are complementary to the cannabis experience—and I recommend these types of pairings for the most satisfying experiences.
It’s not surprising that bhang has been the preferred form of cannabis cuisine for thousands of years in India, where some traditions are deeply rooted in cannabis beverage consumption. The milky, lukewarm bhang made with whole cannabis and spices is a favorite and appropriate beverage for the Holi celebration and is openly sold by shops and vendors who cater to this cultural and spiritual tradition.
Infusing Cannabinoids into Beverages and Broths
Many know that the best cannabis infusions distribute the oily cannabinoids throughout liquids. This kind of robust infusion, known as emulsification, is typical for cannabis beverages like bhang due to their heavy milk or nut-based preparation. In other types of beverages or broths, more often than not, the infusion of cannabinoids results in a floating layer of oil or resin on top of the beverage and a flavor that overpowers everything else.
Cannabinoids can only be extracted into fats or fat solvents that can then be infused into other things like beverages. You can’t actually make a cannabinoid beverage or tea out of just water and cannabis flowers or concentrates and expect much more than floating resin that sticks to the pot or cup—unless you are juicing fresh cannabis, which is a completely different type of beverage. This is also why I think that alcohol-based cannabis tinctures are not ideal for beverages due to the cannabis oils sticking to the serviceware or cup.
Furthermore, cannabinoids need to be treated with heat to decarboxylate, or decarb, and become the active cannabinoids like CBD and the psychoactive cannabinoid THC if you desire the psychoactive effects. You may fully decarb, or even partially decarb—your preference. Cannabis may be consumed with very little to no decarboxylation for other health benefits, as well. For the purposes of our recipes, the extraction methods in this book are decarboxylated.
I offer to you three methods of cannabis infusion that have given the guests I have had the pleasure of serving the most flavorful and enjoyable experience in tea, tisane, broth, and bhang: The Cannabis Infusion Oil (page 11), the Tabletop Cannabis Infusion (page 33), and the Cannabis Milk Infusion for Bhang and Dessert Beverages (page 108) in chapter 4. These infusion recipes are explored in a variety of ways in the recipes that follow.
Dosing
Cannabis cuisine can be a wily, Wild West kind of experience for many people, both connoisseurs and new initiates, due to the powerful chemistry of THC as it passes through the liver and changes from delta-9 THC into 11-hydroxy-THC—the latter being more psychedelic than the former for many. I don’t think I know a single cannabis consumer who hasn’t had at least one negative experience with cannabis cuisine due to its unpredictability in many instances. And while CBD is a more gentle way to experience cannabis, especially for first-time consumers, in both instances with CBD or THC, many people have a better experience if this is absorbed mostly sublingually. Beverage is an excellent way to enjoy cannabinoids in this manner.
I’m often asked about accurate and effective dosing of cannabinoids. I know that without lab testing, there is no such thing as a completely accurate dosage. You can find calculators online and recommendations by top chefs may be quite helpful, but only lab testing is precise.
The best method for precise milligram counts is to purchase a cannabis product from a legal dispensary that has been tested by a lab and contains the milligram content on the packaging or a percentage of cannabinoids by weight so that you can calculate the milligrams as accurately as possible. Simple enough—you put the whole thing into the Cannabis Infusion Oil recipe in this chapter and then divide it into servings of