Infused gummies are sweet, delicious, convenient, and easy to store but can be hard to prepare from scratch! Many people want to skip the hard work, which is precisely why I’m teaching you how to infuse store-bought gummies with an alcohol-based cannabis tincture easily here today.

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Article Features

  • A super simple way to infuse storebought gummies
  • Just two ingredients needed: tincture and gummies
  • Want to make it easy? Buy my perfectly dosed Bliss Gummies containing 12.5mg of THC and have them delivered directly to your door – now shipping across the United States!
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Why You Will Love This Guide

My candy-addicted inner child loves anything sour or sweet, but sometimes I just don’t have time to make gummies from scratch.

My Well With Cannabis Community has been discussing infusing store-bought gummies lately, and we all agree that this helpful shortcut needs to be shared.

These gummies are made with an alcohol-based tincture and are easy to take with you on the go for any occasion or just to hang out at home.

This post will explore how to infuse any store-bought gummies your heart desires for an easy, no-mess experience. Enjoy!

What You’ll Need

The ingredients needed to infuse store-bought gummies with cannabis tinctures including sugar coated gummies and tincture
  • Alcohol-based cannabis tincture: You MUST use an alcohol-based tincture for this recipe, an oil-based tincture will not work with this process.
  • Sugar-coated gummies: Sugar-coated gummies work best for this method. Some favorite options include Sour Patch Kids, Peach Rings, gumdrops, fruit slices, sour gummy worms, and more.

Note: a complete list of ingredients with amounts and printable instructions is located in the recipe card below.

Step-by-Step Instructions

A four step image collage showing the four steps needed to infuse store-bought gummies with tinctures
  • Step 1 – Prepare your cannabis tincture.
  • Step 2 – If you haven’t already, evaporate some of the alcohol from your tincture, if desired. This helps speed up the process and makes a stronger end product.
  • Step 3 – Prepare your workstation. Purchase your candies, line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper, and top with a wire baking rack.
  • Step 4 – Align all of the store-bought gummies you want to infuse in a single layer on top of the baking rack.
A four step image collage showing the four steps needed to infuse store-bought gummies with tinctures
  • Step 5 – Carefully place 1-5 drops of tincture on the top side of each gummy. Allow them to air-dry to ensure all of the alcohol has evaporated off.
  • Step 6 – Flip the gummies and place another 1-5 drops of tincture on the top side of each gummy.
  • Step 7 – Repeat the previous step as often as desired.
  • Step 8 – Enjoy!

Note: complete step-by-step printable instructions are located in the recipe card below.

Storage Instructions

Ensure the gummies are completely dry before storing them or else you will end up with a sticky mess.

Store the infused store-bought gummies in an airtight container. Store for 1-3 months.

Learn more about how to store edibles here.

Alternate Tincture Options

If you need to make an alcohol-based tincture for this recipe, I have many resources to help you out.

First, choose which tincture method you want to try. The two most popular remain the Green Dragon long soak tincture and the Golden Dragon freezer tincture.

You can learn more about the difference between the two here.

Just remember to use an alcohol-based tincture for the best results.

You can evaporate some of the alcohol before getting started if you want to speed up the drying process.

Tincture Recipes

Notes and Expert Tips

  • This recipe works because the alcohol evaporates into the air, leaving the cannabis behind. There should be no alcohol left at the end of the process that could intoxicate you.
  • Do not attempt to make this recipe with an oil-based tincture. This recipe works because the alcohol evaporates at room temperature. Oil does not evaporate.
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Infuse Store-Bought Gummies with Cannabis Tinctures

By Emily Kyle, MS, RDN, HCP
4.76 from 53 votes
Skip the mess of making gummies from scratch and discover the easiest way to infuse your faovirte store-bought gummies with cannabis alcohol-tinctures.
Prep: 10 minutes
Drying Time: 30 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
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Ingredients  

Instructions 

  • Prepare your cannabis tincture. See the section above for different recipes to try.
  • Evaporate some of the alcohol from the tincture, if desired. This helps to speed up the process and make a stronger end product.
  • Prepare your work station by placing parchment paper on a baking sheet, topped with a wire baking rack.
  • Align all of the gummies in a single layer atop the baking rack.
  • Carefully drop 1-5 drops of tincture on each gummy. Flip and repeat. Allow them to air-dry for 20-30 minutes to ensure all of the alcohol has evaporated off.
  • Repeat the previous step as often as desired. Each application increases the potency.
  • Ensure the gummies are completley dry before storing. Store the gummies in an airtight container.

Notes

  • It is not recommended to use oil-based tinctures for this recipe.
  • Sugar-coated gummies are the best choice for this recipe.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving, Calories: 357kcal, Carbohydrates: 84g, Protein: 9g, Sodium: 45mg, Sugar: 48g

Additional Info

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Cannabis Infused
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Frequently Asked Questions

Will this get me drunk?

Only if you fail to evaporate the alcohol and consume a lot of gummies with alcohol on them. If you evaporate all of the alcohol as recommended, you will not get drunk.

Can I make this with an oil-based tincture?

No, it is not recommended to try this process with an oil-based tincture. The oil does not evaporate and will just leave you with an oil-coated gummy.

Why sugar-coated gummies?

The sugar crystals on the gummies help to soak in the tincture and hold onto the FECO that is left over once the alcohol has evaporated. Many people have asked if they could do the same process with non-sugar-coated gummies like Swedish fish, but I have not personally tried it yet.

How many drops should I use?

If you’re brand new to edibles, you should always follow the golden dosage rule of “start low and go slow” when working with THC. You can always go back and add more drops if you find they are not as strong as you want. If you have a higher tolerance, add more drops. Just be careful not to overdo it.

Can I make cannabis-infused gummies from scratch?

Yes! If you want my recipe for that, I’ll leave it right here.

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28 Comments

  2. Hi Wendy. Absolutely, you can use a spray method for applying the cannabis tincture to gummies. Both droppers and sprays provide a different application experience, but the effectiveness of the cannabis remains the same. Just like with droppers, you can also spray the tincture under your tongue or add it to other foods or drinks. Happy infusing!

  4. Hello Meta64, this answer depends on many factors. Per serving, the potency of the gummies can vary depending on the strength of the tincture and the quantity used. The dosage can range based on these factors, so you will need to know these first to be able to determine the mg per serving. ๐ŸŒฟ

  5. Hello. I enjoy your articles very much. Instead of putting the tincture on the gummies and letting the alcohol evaporate off, couldn’t you melt the gummies in something like a double boiler, mix in the tincture, then put the mixture into molds and refrigerate?

    Also, is there a easy and cheap way to determine the THC and/or CBD strength of your tincture?

    Thanks!

  6. Hi Bill. Your idea of melting the gummies in a double boiler, incorporating the tincture, and then remolding them is a fantastic suggestion! Just be cautious with the gummy to tincture ratio to ensure they set back up properly.

    Regarding the home testing of your THC/CBD tincture, the only reliable device I am aware of is the T-Check, but I wouldn’t say it’s cheap. If you make tinctures or infusions regularly, the T-Check is well worth the investment though. It will save you money in the long run by ensuring accuracy and consistency in your homemade products.

    Good luck with your experimentation and keep us updated on how it goes! Our readers are always looking for new ways to improve their edibles, so any feedback is greatly appreciated. Happy infusing!

  8. Hi Christy. Unfortunately, the gummies donโ€™t soak up the oil, and the oil itself doesnโ€™t evaporate either. As a result, youโ€™re going to end up with gummies coated in oil. This recipe specifically requires high-proof alcohol because it evaporates, leaving behind the cannabis residue on the gummies. I hope this helps!