How are CBD candies made?
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CBD candies are both indulgent and relaxing, but do you really know how they're made? Between extracting CBD extraction, choice of ingredients and cooking process, Mama explains it all, step by step.
Things to remember
- CBD is extracted from legal hemp, in isolate or full-spectrum form.
- The candies are prepared in the same way as traditional confectionery, but with a precise dosage of CBD.
- The choice of candy depends on your needs: relaxation, sleep or simple pleasure.
How is CBD extracted to make candy?
It all starts in the fields. To make quality CBD candy, you need quality hemp. For example, Mama Kana chooses certified plants, grown without pesticides or chemicals, with THC levels below 0.3% to stay within the law. And believe me, every detail counts.
Once harvested, hemp undergoes a crucial phase: extraction. This is when the CBD is isolated from the plant. To do this, there are two main methods, either extraction with supercritical CO₂, a clean, precise and residue-free technique. It produces a rich, stable extract
Alternatively, you can opt for natural solvent extraction, such as ethanol or oil, often used to produce full spectrum CBD.
Once the CBD has been extracted, it is purified, tested and dosed. You can then have different types of CBD:
- Isolate, up to 99% pure, perfect if you want to avoid THC altogether;
- Broad spectrum, without THC but with other cannabinoids;
- Full spectrum, with all components, to take advantage of the surround effect.
In Mama's kitchen: candy-making
Once the CBD is ready to use, we move on to the most delicious part: making the candy!
It all starts with a classic base: sugar, glucose syrup and pectin (for vegan versions). This mixture is heated at high temperature to obtain a melting or jelly-like consistency. But CBD doesn't like excessive heat, so it's added after cooking, when the temperature has dropped enough not to degrade it.
CBD is then added to the mixture in precise doses. Each candy must contain the same amount of CBD. This homogeneity is essential to guarantee a regular, controlled effect.
Then come the natural aromas: red fruit, lemon, mint, citrus. We want it to smell good, to make you want it, but without overpowering the subtle taste of hemp. And for the pleasure of the eye, we sometimes add colorants of vegetable origin.
The mixture is then poured into molds to shape the candies: teddy bears, hearts, cubes... Mama loves it when it brings joy to your everyday life!
Finishing the garment, from drying to inspection and packaging
Once moulded CBD candy must rest. This drying time is essential for them to harden naturally without losing their properties. Some manufacturers use controlled drying chambers to stabilize moisture and texture.
Before being packaged, each batch is checked. CBD dosage, absence of illegal THC, microbiological tests: nothing is left to chance. These controls ensure the safety, efficacy and conformity of each candy.
Finally, candy is packaged in hermetically-sealed sachets or jars, often opaque, to protect the cannabinoids from light and humidity. You can slip them into your bag or keep them cool at home - it's simple and practical.
Why choose CBD candies? And how to select them?
Still wondering what all the fuss is about with CBD candy? Let me tell you what's so special about them.
Firstly, they're discreet and easy to dose. No need for a dropper or a scale, just take a CBD candy and you know the dose. Convenient, especially if you want to manage stress during the day or relax in the evening without being noticeable. CBD stress candy from Mama Kana and you're all set!
Secondly, they are pleasant to eat. No bitter aftertaste as with some oils. The natural aromas bring pleasure to your taste buds, so you can treat yourself and take care of yourself at the same time.
Finally, the effects are often more gradual but long-lasting. CBD passes through the digestive system, so it takes a little longer to take effect than sublingual use, but it stays in your system longer. Ideal for a long-lasting cocooning effect. As you can see, little one, the the benefits of CBD candy.
To choose choose your CBD candies Mama recommends :
- Look at the type of extract used. Isolate if you want to avoid all THC, full spectrum for a boosted entourage effect.
- Check the dosage per unit. Start with 5 or 10 mg if you're a novice.
- Prefer brands with clear laboratory analyses and a clean composition.
Now you know how your CBD candies are made, and above all how to choose them with a clear conscience. Mama is here to accompany you in every bite of well-being!
Article written by Benjamin Poirel-Nadal
Passionate about natural well-being and plants with multiple virtues, I've been exploring the benefits of CBD and its various forms for several years.
My aim? To share with you clear information, honest opinions and practical advice to help you integrate CBD into your daily life with confidence and serenity.
