All of the taste, none of the guilt

Willie's Remedy+ is a perfect way to enjoy an evening without tomorrow's hangover.

Here are some classic craft cocktails loved by Willie.

These are all non alcohol twists that you'll love sipping

THC Lemonade: What It Is and How to Make It

THC lemonade is a non-alcoholic lemonade containing a measured amount of tetrahydrocannabinol, the intoxicating cannabinoid in cannabis. It comes as a ready-to-drink can with a set dose, or gets mixed at home by adding a labeled THC beverage to fresh lemonade. Made with one 1.5-ounce serving of the Willie’s 5mg THC Social Tonic, a single glass contains 5mg of THC. Effects may take 15 to 45 minutes to appear. For adults 21 and older in legal markets only.

Cold lemonade already knows how to handle a hot afternoon. Add a measured serving of THC and it becomes something more deliberate: bright, tart, easy to sip and built for taking your time.

The part worth getting right is the number. Everything else is citrus and ice.

THC Lemonade at a Glance

Question	Practical Answer
What is THC lemonade?	Non-alcoholic lemonade containing a labeled, intoxicating amount of THC
Does it get you high?	Yes. THC is intoxicating whether the drink is carbonated, iced or freshly squeezed
What is a sensible first serving?	5mg, or a measured half serving of about 2.5mg if THC drinks are new to you
How fast does it work?	The 5mg Social Tonic label states 15 to 45 minutes
Can you make it at home?	Yes. Fresh lemonade plus one measured serving of a labeled THC mixer
Can you batch a pitcher?	Make the lemonade base ahead, but dose each glass separately
Can you mix it with alcohol?	No. Combining them increases impairment and makes effects harder to predict
Who is it for?	Adults 21 and older, in legal markets only

What Is THC Lemonade?

THC lemonade is a non-alcoholic lemonade infused with tetrahydrocannabinol, the intoxicating compound in cannabis. Many products sold online use hemp-derived THC; beverages sold through state-regulated cannabis programs may use marijuana-derived THC.

That formulation detail matters more than it sounds. THC is naturally oil-soluble, so beverage makers use emulsification to get it to mix into water and stay mixed. The result is a drink with a stated amount of THC per serving rather than an unmeasured homemade infusion where the potency is anyone’s guess.

The term covers three fairly different things on the shelf and at home.

Format	What It Is	Dose Control
Canned THC lemonade	Ready to drink, with a set dose per container	Straightforward, provided you check servings per can
Mixed with a THC spirit	Fresh lemonade combined with a labeled bottled mixer	Strongest control. You set the serving
Homemade infusion	Lemonade infused with cannabis material at home	Least predictable. Potency is difficult to know without testing

If the category is new to you, start with the guide to what a THC drink is before getting into recipes.

Why Lemonade Works So Well in a THC Drink

Lemonade has enough character to carry a mixed drink without alcohol. Fresh lemon supplies the acidity, a little sweetener softens the edge, and cold water opens the whole thing up. Very few non-alcoholic formats do that as reliably.

The citrus-forward profile of the 5mg THC Social Tonic fits that structure closely, since it already carries lemon, lime and passionfruit notes alongside 2mg CBD, 2mg CBG and 200mg L-theanine per serving.

The goal is not to bury the infused base under a cup of sugar. Good THC lemonade should taste like lemonade first. Keep the sweetness modest and the citrus stays in front, which also makes the drink easier to sip slowly, and sipping slowly is most of the technique here.

THC Lemonade Dose: Read the Label First

The most important number in any THC lemonade recipe is the milligrams of THC in the finished glass, not the size of the glass.

The 5mg THC Social Tonic is labeled at 5mg of THC per 1.5-ounce serving, with 17 servings in a 750ml bottle. One labeled serving makes one 5mg lemonade.

If You Want	Use	Then
A standard 5mg drink	One full labeled 1.5-ounce serving	Build the recipe as written
A lighter drink at about 2.5mg	Half of the labeled serving	Top up with an extra ounce of sparkling water so the glass keeps its balance
A zero-THC version	No THC Social Tonic	Replace with sparkling water and mark the glass clearly

Measure with a jigger or a marked cup, and follow the serving information on the bottle in your hand rather than a figure you remember. Formulas and packaging change.

If you are new to THC beverages, the label advises starting with no more than half a serving and waiting before deciding whether to have more. Effects may take 15 to 45 minutes to appear, and consuming more before then can cause unexpectedly strong reactions. Timing and intensity vary with food, tolerance and individual biology. The THC drink onset guide covers those variables in more detail.

Easy 5mg THC Lemonade Recipe

This makes one bright, lightly sparkling drink built around a single labeled serving.

What You Need

One labeled 1.5-ounce serving of 5mg THC Social Tonic; 1 ounce fresh lemon juice; 1/2 ounce fresh orange juice; 1/4 ounce simple syrup, plus more to taste; 4 to 6 ounces chilled sparkling water; ice; a lemon wheel or peel for garnish.

How to Make It

Fill a tall glass with ice. Measure the THC Social Tonic with a jigger and add it along with the lemon juice, orange juice and simple syrup. Stir until the sweetener is fully incorporated. Top with 4 ounces of sparkling water and stir once more. Taste for balance, adding more sparkling water for a lighter drink or a small splash of simple syrup if your lemons are especially sharp. Garnish with a lemon wheel and serve immediately.

For a roughly 2.5mg version, use half of the labeled serving and add an extra ounce of sparkling water. Keep the citrus and sweetener the same and adjust to taste. If you are making drinks for more than one person, mark the lower-dose glass.

Mix It From the Bottle

The 750ml THC Social Tonic pours 17 measured servings from one resealable bottle, so a 5mg drink stays repeatable. Browse the spirits collection for the 5mg and 10mg versions, or the 5mg seltzers when you would rather open something cold and skip the mixing.

Three Easy THC Lemonade Variations

Once the base is balanced, small changes send it somewhere different without touching the dose.

Variation	What Changes	Watch For
Strawberry	Muddle one ripe strawberry with the lemon juice and syrup before adding ice	Double-strain for a cleaner texture if the pulp bothers you
Ginger	Replace half the sparkling water with a dry ginger beer	Ginger beer brings its own sweetness, so start with less simple syrup
Mint	Clap four mint leaves between your hands and add them to the finished drink	Clap the mint, do not punish it. Aggressive muddling turns it bitter

Keep the measured THC serving unchanged in every variation. Flavor is flexible. The dose is not.

Packaged THC Lemonade vs. Making Your Own

A packaged THC lemonade is convenient because the dose, flavor and serving size are already decided for you. That suits a cooler, a picnic or a low-effort evening, provided the product is legal where you live and the label is clear about what is inside.

Mixing your own with a measured bottled base gives you control over tartness, sweetness and dilution, and lets you pour a full or half-strength drink from the same bottle. The trade is that you have to measure properly every time.

Whichever route you take, the same five things separate a trustworthy product from one to leave on the shelf.

What to Check	Why It Matters
Milligrams per serving and per container	These are two different numbers and the second is usually printed smaller
A serving size you can actually measure	A dose you cannot portion accurately is not really a controlled dose
Ingredients and nutrition	Sugar, calories and allergens vary widely across the category
Batch or lot details tied to accessible testing	Cannabinoid claims should be verifiable rather than asserted
Storage directions and a printed best-by date	Flavor, carbonation and potency can change over time

Willie’s publishes its certificates of analysis by product and batch. If a label is vague about dose or serving size, leave it where you found it.

How to Serve and Store THC Lemonade

Serve it cold over plenty of ice. Fresh lemon juice tastes best the day it is squeezed, so mix only what you plan to drink rather than building a jug for later.

Keep the infused base in its original container and follow the storage directions on the label. Willie’s advises refrigerating bottles after opening and not freezing them. If you premix a lemonade base without the THC, refrigerate it sealed and measure each infused serving separately at pour time.

That last step solves the most common party problem in this whole category. Nobody should have to guess which pitcher is which.

Can You Mix THC Lemonade With Alcohol?

No. THC lemonade is meant to be the alcohol-free option. Using cannabis and alcohol together can increase impairment and make the effects harder to predict. Keep the recipe non-alcoholic, plan the ride before the first glass, and do not drive after consuming THC.

For more alcohol-free ideas, see the THC mocktail recipes, the THC tea guide for a hot or iced alternative, or browse 5mg THC seltzers when you want something ready to open.

THC Lemonade FAQs

Does THC lemonade get you high?

THC is intoxicating, so a THC lemonade can produce noticeable effects. The dose sets the range. Food, tolerance and timing decide where inside it you land. Read the label and start low if you are unsure.

How long does THC lemonade take to kick in?

The 5mg THC Social Tonic label states that effects may take 15 to 45 minutes to appear. Other edible cannabis products can take longer. Wait the full window before having more, and follow the directions on the specific product you are using.

How do you make THC lemonade at home?

Combine fresh lemon juice, a small amount of sweetener and cold sparkling water over ice, then add one measured serving of a labeled THC mixer. Measure the THC portion with a jigger rather than estimating, and keep every other ingredient alcohol-free.

Is THC lemonade stronger than an edible?

Not automatically. Strength depends on milligrams of THC, not on whether the product is a drink or a solid edible. A 5mg beverage and a 5mg edible contain the same stated dose, though timing and duration can feel different.

How much THC should a beginner put in lemonade?

The label advises starting with no more than half a serving, which is roughly 2.5mg with the 5mg Social Tonic. Follow the package directions and do not add more before the stated wait time has passed.

Can I make a pitcher of THC lemonade?

Prepare the lemonade base in advance without the THC, then measure the infused portion into each glass separately. Dosing a shared pitcher makes individual servings almost impossible to track once people start refilling.

Does THC lemonade have to be sweet?

No. Sweetness is the most adjustable part of the recipe. Start with less syrup than you think you need, taste, and add in small amounts, since the citrus is what makes the drink refreshing rather than the sugar.

Where can I buy THC lemonade?

Availability depends on your location and local rules. Use the guide to buying THC drinks online and near you, then check the product page for current shipping eligibility before ordering.

Ice, Balance, and Somewhere to Sit

THC lemonade works because the format is familiar and the dose does not have to be a mystery. Start with fresh citrus, measure the THC serving, and give the drink the full window before deciding anything. The rest is ice, balance and a decent place to sit.

Browse the spirits collection for the 750ml Social Tonic, the seltzers for something ready to open, or the Willie’s recipe collection for the next pour. One percent of every sale goes back to American family farmers through Farm Aid, the nonprofit Willie Nelson co-founded.

Sources

For adults 21 and older in legal markets only. Do not drive or operate machinery after consuming THC. Keep out of reach of children and pets. If you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medications, consult a healthcare provider first.

These products contain hemp-derived Delta-9 THC and are intended for adults 21 and older. Must comply with local and state laws. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Beverages Crafted by Willie Nelson