Tinctures Basics for your area

Use these checkpoints to make clearer decisions before you visit a licensed menu or storefront. Rules, labeling, and availability vary by location.

• Check "mg per mL" or "mg per dropper" to understand your dose.
• Hold under your tongue for 30-60 seconds before swallowing for faster absorption.
• Start with a low dose (2.5-5mg) if you are new to tinctures.
• Store in a cool, dark place to preserve potency.
• If you swallow immediately, effects will be slower and more similar to edibles.

Why People Choose Tinctures

Tinctures offer a middle ground between edibles and inhalation. They provide more precise dosing than most edibles and faster onset when used sublingually.

• Discreet and portable—no smoke, no smell, no prep.
• Easy to adjust dose by the drop.
• Can be added to food or drinks if you prefer not to take sublingually.
• Longer shelf life than flower when stored properly.
• Good option for people who cannot or prefer not to inhale.

Onset & Duration: What to Expect

How you take a tincture affects how quickly it works:

• Sublingual (under tongue): 15-45 minutes onset, 4-6 hours duration.
• Swallowed directly: 45-90 minutes onset, 6-8 hours duration (like edibles).
• Added to food/drinks: Similar to swallowed, may vary with meal size.

Individual factors like metabolism, tolerance, and recent food intake all affect timing.