CANNABIS‑INFUSED CITRUS–CHILI HONEY

 DISCLAIMER: For legal adults only where cannabis is permitted. Edibles may take 30–120 minutes to onset and last 6–8+ hours. Start low, go slow. Do not drive or operate machinery after consuming.

CANNABIS‑INFUSED CITRUS–CHILI HONEY

Versatile condiment • bright heat • modern pantry staple

USES: Cheese boards, roasted vegetables, fried chicken, cocktails, desserts

YIELD:

• 1½ cups infused honey

• ~24 servings (1 Tbsp each)

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INGREDIENTS

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DECARB & INFUSION

• 5 g dried cannabis flower

• 1½ cups raw wildflower honey

• Zest of 1 orange

• Zest of 1 lime

• ½ tsp dried chili flakes (Aleppo or Calabrian preferred)

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STEP 1 — DECARBOXYLATION

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1. Preheat oven to 240°F / 115°C.

2. Break cannabis into small pea‑size pieces (do not grind).

3. Spread on parchment‑lined tray.

4. Cover loosely with foil.

5. Bake 40 minutes, gently shaking once halfway.

6. Cool completely.

Purpose: Converts THCA → THC without burning delicate aromatics.

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STEP 2 — HONEY INFUSION

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1. Add honey to a heat‑safe jar or saucepan.

2. Place jar in a water bath or use a double boiler.

3. Warm honey to 160–170°F (70–75°C).

4. Stir in decarbed cannabis, citrus zest, and chili flakes.

5. Maintain temperature for 2 hours, stirring gently every 15 minutes.

6. Do NOT exceed 180°F.

7. Remove from heat and steep 10 minutes.

8. Strain through fine mesh or cheesecloth.

9. Cool and bottle airtight.

Chef note: Honey captures citrus terpenes beautifully while softening herbal notes.

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DOSING CALCULATION

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Assumptions:

• Flower: 5 g @ 15% THC

• Decarb efficiency: 90%

• Infusion efficiency: 65%

Calculation:

• 5 × 0.15 × 1000 = 750 mg THC

• After decarb: 675 mg

• After infusion: ≈ 440 mg THC total

PER SERVING:

• 440 mg ÷ 24 Tbsp ≈ 18 mg THC per Tbsp

BEGINNER DOSE:

• ½ tsp (~3 mg THC)

• Wait 2 full hours before increasing

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TERPENE & STRAIN PAIRINGS

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BEST MATCH:

• Terpenes: Limonene, Caryophyllene

• Why: Citrus lift + warm spice synergy

STRAIN EXAMPLES:

• Lemon Tree

• Tangie

• Orange Zkittlez

• Sour Diesel

PAIRING LOGIC:

• Limonene boosts citrus brightness

• Caryophyllene complements chili heat

• Honey smooths rough edges

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SERVING IDEAS (GOURMET AT HOME)

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• Drizzle over ricotta or burrata with olive oil

• Glaze roasted carrots or Brussels sprouts

• Finish fried chicken or hot biscuits

• Stir into mezcal or bourbon cocktails

• Pair with dark chocolate or vanilla ice cream

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NUTRITION — PER 1 TBSP

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• Calories: ~65 kcal (3% DV)

• Total Fat: 0 g (0% DV)

• Sodium: ~1 mg (0% DV)

• Total Carbs: ~17 g (6% DV)

• Sugars: ~16 g

• Protein: 0 g

• Vitamin C: trace

• Potassium: ~12 mg (0% DV)

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STORAGE & SAFETY

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• Store sealed at room temperature up to 2 months

• Refrigeration optional for longer storage

• Label clearly with potency

• Keep away from children and pets

CAPTION:

Sweet heat, bright citrus, and just enough bite — this honey turns everything into a moment.