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Sous Vide Infusion
at Home

Set-and-forget precision temperature control for perfectly potent cannabutter, oils, and infusions with zero risk of overheating.

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Legal & Safety Disclaimer for Illinois

Cannabis is legal for adult use in Illinois. Sous vide gives the most consistent low-temperature infusion. Use responsibly, start low & go slow. Never sell homemade edibles. Educational content only.

Why Sous Vide Is the Home Cook’s Best Tool

Exact temperature held for hours = maximum potency and terpene preservation. No hot spots, no stirring, no scorching. Perfect for small or large batches.

Simple Ingredients (1 batch)

• 1 cup unsalted butter or neutral oil

• 7–10 grams decarbed cannabis flower

• 1 cup water (for butter only)

• Optional: ½ tsp lecithin

Step-by-Step Sous Vide Process

1. 01

   Prep the bag

   Place butter/oil, water (if using butter), and decarbed flower in a vacuum-seal bag or zip-top bag.

2. 02

   Seal the bag

   Vacuum seal or use water displacement method to remove air.

3. 03

   Set the sous vide

   Preheat water bath to 160–180°F. Submerge sealed bag. Cook 2–4 hours for butter/oil.

4. 04

   Strain & store

   Remove bag, strain through cheesecloth into jars. Cool, label, and refrigerate or freeze.

Pro Home Cook Tips

Use 170°F for 3 hours max potency

Multiple small bags = easier straining

Add lecithin for better absorption

Clip bag to side of container

Perfect for overnight runs

Label bag with strain & start time

5 Mistakes to Avoid

• ✕ Setting temperature above 185°F
• ✕ Skipping decarboxylation
• ✕ Using non-food-grade bags
• ✕ Overfilling the bag
• ✕ Forgetting to label final jars

Sous vide delivers the most consistent, potent infusions with almost zero effort.
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