If you're THC-curious but don't particularly identify as a "cannabis person," welcome. You are very much not alone. That's why we made Hi-Snaps.
One of the first questions people ask us is:
What's the difference between drinking THC and eating an edible?
The simple answer is that both can deliver THC, but the format, formulation, onset and experience can be different.
Here's what you actually need to know.
How do traditional THC edibles work?
Traditional THC edibles include gummies, chocolates, baked goods and other foods containing THC.
After you eat one, the cannabinoids pass through your digestive system before being metabolized.
That's one reason traditional edibles can take time to produce noticeable effects—and why one of the oldest pieces of cannabis advice remains very good advice:
Don't get impatient and immediately take more.
How are THC drinks different?
THC doesn't naturally dissolve well in water.
That's why many modern THC beverages use technologies such as emulsification to help disperse cannabinoids throughout a liquid.
Research examining cannabis beverages suggests these formulations may behave differently from conventional solid edibles, although the science surrounding cannabis beverages is still developing and onset varies by product and person.
Translation:
A gummy and a THC drink shouldn't automatically be treated as interchangeable experiences simply because the label says the same number of milligrams.
How long does a THC drink take to kick in?
There isn't one universal answer.
Your experience can depend on the formulation, dose, your body, previous cannabis exposure, what else you've consumed and other factors.
Hi-Snaps is formulated as a beverage product, and many customers look to this format because they want something that fits naturally into the pace of an evening.
The important part is not treating an estimated onset time like a stopwatch.
Give THC time before deciding whether to consume more.
Is 5mg of THC a lot?
There isn't a single THC dose that feels the same to everyone.
One person may find 5mg noticeable while another may experience it very differently.
Each Hi-Snap contains 5mg THC + 5mg CBD, but a packet doesn't have to be an all-or-nothing proposition.
If you're new to THC, starting with less gives you an opportunity to understand how your body responds before deciding whether you want more.
THC drink vs. gummy: which is better?
Neither is universally "better."
The better question is: Which format fits the experience you want?
A gummy is easy and familiar.
A canned THC beverage gives you a complete ready-to-drink option.
A THC drink booster gives you something different: the ability to choose the drink yourself.
That's why we created Hi-Snaps.
We wanted to order a Diet Coke, sparkling water, iced tea or mocktail and add our Snap to that.
Because sometimes the beverage itself isn't the thing you want to replace.
Why put THC in a drink at all?
Because drinking is about more than alcohol.
It's also a ritual.
Meeting for drinks.
Making something at the end of the day.
Ordering another round.
Holding a glass while everyone talks.
Going to a party with something in your hand.
For us, the interesting question wasn't:
What can replace alcohol?
It was:
What else can the ritual of drinking become?
That's a much bigger idea.
And it's the idea Hi-Snaps was built around.
Quick Answers
Are THC drinks edibles?
Both are orally consumed cannabis products, but beverage formulations can differ substantially from conventional solid edibles.
Do THC drinks work faster than gummies?
Some emulsified beverage formulations are designed for relatively rapid absorption compared with conventional edibles, but actual onset varies significantly by formulation and individual.
How much THC is in Hi-Snaps?
One Hi-Snap contains 5mg hemp-derived Delta-9 THC + 5mg CBD.
Can I use less than one Hi-Snap?
Yes. Adults who choose to consume THC can start with less and wait before deciding whether to consume more.
Should I drink alcohol with THC?
Combining alcohol and cannabis can increase impairment. Avoid driving or operating machinery after consuming THC.
Do THC drinks get you high?
THC is intoxicating and can produce psychoactive effects. The intensity varies based on dose and individual response.
For adults 21+ where permitted. THC laws vary by jurisdiction. Do not drive after consuming THC. Keep away from children.