Clove-Spiced Cannabis Hot Cocoa
Stovetop-rich cocoa with whole cloves, cinnamon, and orange peel, finished with infused coconut cream. A peppery-warm caryophyllene nightcap in a mug.
Ingredients
- 3 cups whole milk (or oat milk)
- 4 oz 70% dark chocolate, chopped
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 4 whole cloves
- 1 cinnamon stick
- Wide strip of orange peel
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch flaky salt
- 2 tsp cannabis-infused coconut oil (~5mg THC per tsp)
- Whipped cream, for topping (optional)
- Grated chocolate or cocoa nibs, to garnish
How to make it
- 1
Combine milk, cloves, cinnamon stick, and orange peel in a saucepan; heat gently to a bare simmer for 8 minutes to infuse.
- 2
Strain to remove whole spices and peel; return to the pan over low heat.
- 3
Whisk in chocolate, cocoa powder, and brown sugar until smooth.
- 4
Off the heat, whisk in vanilla, salt, and cannabis-infused coconut oil.
- 5
Pour into mugs, top with whipped cream and grated chocolate. Serve immediately.
Cooking tips
- Infused oil goes in last, off the heat, to keep the dose stable.
- Pair with Bubba Kush or Death Star for a deeply restful evening.
- Stir frequently while sipping—the oil can settle if left still.
Dosing calculator
Start low, go slow. Adjust the THC per serving below to plan the right total infusion for this recipe.
Edible onset is typically 30–90 minutes. Wait 2 hours before re-dosing.
Start Low, Go Slow
If new to edibles, begin with 2.5–5mg THC per serving. Effects may take 30–90 minutes to onset and can last 4–8 hours. Do not drive or operate machinery. This is not medical advice. Full disclaimer
Best paired with
Pair with these strains
Each one matches the caryophyllene story of this dish.
Bubba Kush
Indica
Deep Relaxation • Sleepy • Hungry
Death Star
Indica
Deep Relaxation • Sleepy • Body High
Hash Plant
Indica
Body High • Sleepy • Calming
Why this pairing works
Caryophyllene — in your strain and on your plate
The only terpene that also activates the body's CB2 receptors, caryophyllene brings warm, peppery depth. It loves bold, savory, spicy food—peppercorn steak, aged cheeses, curries.