What is THC Lean?

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9 years ago

March 15, 2018 - Updated on 1 June 2023

Also known as THC syrup, protenazine or weed lean, THC syrup is used as a base for cannabis cocktails. Delivered in liquid form, the cannabinoids work faster than edibles usual.

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A number of American companies have made a name for themselves with these THC-infused syrups, including Actabliss in California, Cannavis or Tree Lean.

Packaging, even branding, happily surfs on the fashion of the lean, originally composed of promethazine and codeine. However, this opiate drink, popular with certain rappers, has caused a number of overdoses.

In contrast, THC lean will «only» produce the effects of cannabis which will last longer than combustion or vaporization. Liquids are most often made from shatter dissolved in alcohol, then amended with agave syrup and reheated to evacuate the ethanol. The result is a syrupy substance, to which certain food colorings can be added to approximate violet. lean.

Syrups circulating in Europe are often homemade, with varying concentrations. Be careful not to overdose on the first try.

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THC lean can be added to sodas, poured over fruit or eaten as is.

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Aurélien BERNARD

Aurélien founded Newsweed in 2015. Particularly interested in international regulations and the various cannabis markets, he also has an extensive knowledge of the plant and its uses.