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    How to Make CBD Oil At Home

    Published: Mar 9, 2021 · Modified: Nov 9, 2021 by Emily Kyle · This post may contain affiliate links, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    How to Make CBD Oil At Home

    This step-by-step guide is perfect for anyone who wants to learn how to make their own CBD oil to be used as a supplement, in recipes, or for self-care products.

    A finished bottle of homemade CBD Oil
    Table of Contents show
    1) Features
    2) Why You Will Love This Recipe
    3) Ingredient Notes
    4) The Step-by-Step Process
    5) Start With CBD Dominant Flower
    6) Decarboxylate For CBDA to CBD Conversion
    7) Frequently Asked Questions
    8) How to Make CBD Oil

    Features

    • Just 2 simple ingredients needed: CBD flower & oil.
    • Perfect if you want a homemade alternative to storebought CBD oil.
    • No special equipment required! You just need a basic crockpot and some mason jars. (Check out this guide if you want to use an Instant Pot, instead.)
    • Versatile and can be made with your favorite strain of CBD flower.
    • Dietary Features: vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free.

    Why You Will Love This Recipe

    If you are familiar with making cannabis infusions, this CBD oil recipe follows the same process.

    The only difference is the type of cannabis flower you start with and how you decarb that flower.

    For this recipe, you need CBD flowers. CBD is the second most abundant cannabinoid, next to THC.

    CBD does not produce a high or intoxicating effect like THC, which is why it is preferred by many members of my Well With Cannabis Community.

    This guide will show you how easy it is to make your own CBD oil at home with just a few simple ingredients.

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    Ingredient Notes

    Ingredients collage of cbd flower, oil, and lecithin to make homemade cbd oil
    • CBD Flowers - To make a CBD oil at home, you must start with a cannabis flower with CBDA, the precursor to CBD, already present. You can purchase this from your local dispensary or purchase CBD flowers from my online shop here.
    • Lecithin, optional: lecithin is a natural emulsifier that will help keep opposing ingredients bound together, like water and oil. If you're new to working with lecithin, you can learn more about adding lecithin to edibles here. If needed, you can purchase liquid lecithin or powdered lecithin. This ingredient is optional.
    • Carrier Oil Of Choice- There are many oil options to choose from. Unsure what to pick? Check out my guide to understanding different types of cannabis oils here. 

    Carrier Oil Options for Making CBD Oil

    • MCT oil
    • Coconut oil
    • Olive oil
    • Hemp seed oil
    • Sunflower oil
    • Avocado oil
    • or any other liquid cooking oil you desire
    • You can also use this process to make CBD cannabutter

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

    The Step-by-Step Process

    4 picture collage showing how to make CBD oil
    • Step 1 - The goal is to create a water bath that stays at approximately 180-190° F for the cooking process. The printable instructions in the recipe card below are for using a crockpot to create the water bath.
    • Step 2 - While the water bath is heating in the crockpot, measure and decarb the CBD flower in the oven at 240° F for 90 minutes. Alternatively, can learn how to decarb in an Instant Pot here.
    • Step 3 - Evenly divide the decarbed CBD flower and MCT oil between the mason jars you plan on using. If you plan on using sunflower lecithin, add it to the mason jars now.
    • Step 4 - Carefully place the jars into the water bath. Then, place the lid on the crockpot and leave it alone to infuse for 4 hours. After 4 hours, remove the jars from the hot water and allow them to cool.
    4 picture collage showing how to make CBD oil
    • Step 5 - Whether it be a paper filter and funnel, cheesecloth, French press, or a simple coffee filter, you will want to set up a straining station to separate the plant matter from the oil.
    • Step 6 - Once cool enough to handle, strain the prepared oil with your method of choice. You can save the leftover cannabis pulp for use in future recipes.
    • Step 7 - Return the prepared CBD oil to whatever jar you would like to store it in; I use a small amber tincture dropper bottle.
    • Step 8 - Store the prepared CBD oil in a cool, dry place. It will last longer if stored in the refrigerator and even longer if stored in the freezer.

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

    A finished bottle of homemade CBD Oil

    Start With CBD Dominant Flower

    Cannabis comes in a variety of different strains with a variety of different cannabinoids and cannabinoid ratios.

    While many people are familiar with traditional, THC-dominant cannabis flower, there is also CBD-dominant cannabis flower, or hemp flower.

    Third-party lab tests can help to clarify what cannabinoids are present in your flower, and how much.

    CBD-dominant flower may come with either high or low amounts of THC, it all depends on the strain of the plant.

    To make a CBD oil at home, you must start with cannabis flower that has CBDA, the precursor to CBD, already present.

    If you're still unclear about CBD flower, you can read our full CBD flower guide here.

    Decarboxylate For CBDA to CBD Conversion

    Once you have acquired the CBD flower needed to make this CBD oil recipe, the next step is to decarboxylate the CBD flower.

    While you may be familiar with the traditional decarboxylation process for making traditional THC cannabis-infused oils, it is slightly different for making CBD-infused oil.

    This process converts cannabidiolic acid (CBDA) into cannabidiol (CBD), although both forms remain non-intoxicating in their respective states.

    It is important to remember that all cannabinoids decarboxylate at different temperatures, so the temperature and time needed to achieve full activation for CBD will differ from THC.

    The most common recommendation for decarboxylating CBDA to CBD is to bake the flower at 240°F for 90 minutes.

    How to Determine The Dosing

    Want to get a more accurate guesstimate of the potency of your cannabis infusions and extractions? Try our popular edibles calculator!

    Not sure what your perfect dose is? Learn more here.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Below are some of the most frequently asked questions I receive in my Well With Cannabis Community about making CBD oil at home.

    Where can I buy high-quality CBD flowers?

    If you want to make this recipe at home using high-quality CBD flower, I have them available for purchase in my shop.

    Can I use a different oil?

    Yes! You should choose an oil that suits your desired final product outcome. Different oil options are listed above under Ingredient Notes.

    Can I make CBD oil with FECO?

    Yes, if you want a stronger, more potent infusion, you can make CBD oil with full-extract cannabis oil, also known as FECO. This is a different process than what is outlined here and involves making a tincture first, so be sure to follow my FECO guidelines here.

    Does CBD oil get you high?

    The answer depends on the cannabis flower you're using. Some flower can contain high amounts of both CBD and THC, while other flowers, like CBD hemp flower, contains low amounts of THC. If you want to ensure you are not getting high from your final product, you want to opt for a CBD-dominant flower with little to no THC.

    What does it feel like to use CBD?

    Many people feel nothing at all when they use CBD. Using CBD is not about what you feel; it is about what you don’t feel – a lack of unwanted symptoms. Just like all things cannabis, how you feel will be entirely dependent on your own unique tolerance to cannabis.

    Will CBD show up on a drug test?

    When it comes to getting drug tested, it is important to know that using a CBD product containing any THC amount can result in a positive drug test result. If you need to be free of THC, you need to ensure the product you are using is labeled as broad-spectrum CBD or CBD isolate products.

    Can I make a smaller batch?

    Yes, you can. If you want to make a smaller batch first, to see if homemade CBD oil is right for you, use this cannabis flower to oil ratio guide below.Cannabis Flower to Oil Ratio Guide

    A finished bottle of homemade CBD Oil

    Want To Make This Easier? Use A Machine!

    If the process of decarbing and infusing feels like too much work, an all-in-one countertop device may be a perfect all-in-one solution!

    My personal favorite? The Ardent FX! Review the six most popular infusion machines here.

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    How to Make CBD Oil

    How to Make CBD Oil

    Author: Emily Kyle, MS, RDN, HCP
    5 from 2 votes
    This step-by-step guide will teach you how to make your own CBD oil at home. This recipe is perfect for anyone who wants to make their own CBD-dominant cannabis oil that can be used as a supplement, a base for cannabis-infused recipes, and even self-care products.
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    Prep Time 30 mins
    Cook Time 4 hrs
    Total Time 4 hrs 30 mins
    CourseInfusion
    CuisineCannabis Recipe
    Servings 16 ounces
    Calories 120 kcal

    Equipment

    • Slow Cooker or Crockpot
    • Pint Mason Jars
    • MCT Oil
    • Amber Jars with Dropper

    Ingredients
      

    • 16 ounces MCT oil
    • 1 ounce CBD cannabis flower
    • 1 teaspoon liquid sunflower lecithin optional

    Instructions
     

    • Lay a clean tea towel down on the bottom of the crockpot. This will create a buffer between your mason jars and the crockpot, potentially preventing any jar from moving or cracking during cooking.
    • Fill your crockpot with enough warm to hot water to cover the top of the mason jars you plan on using by an inch to create a water bath.
    • Place the digital instant-read thermometer into the water. Start the crockpot heat on high. When a temperature of 185°F is reached, turn the crockpot to low.
    • While the water bath is heating in the crockpot, measure and decarb the CBD-dominant cannabis flower in the oven at 240° F for 90 minutes. Click here, for a full CBD decarboxylation tutorial, if needed.
    • Evenly divide the MCT oil between the mason jars you plan on using. You can either use pint-sized or half-pint-sized jars; it's you're preference; just be sure they fit in your crockpot. No matter the size, be sure to leave a ½ inch headspace from the top.
    • If you plan on using sunflower lecithin, add it to the mason jars now.
    • Evenly divide the decarbed flower between the MCT oil-filled jars. Wipe the rim of the jars with a clean towel and place the lid on. Tighten the metal ring to finger-tip tightness; it does not have to be tightened all the way. Do not tighten too tightly.
    • Once the water bath has reached a temperature of 185° F, carefully place the jars into the water bath.
    • Place the lid on the crockpot and leave it alone to infuse for 4 hours.
    • After 4 hours, carefully remove the lid, followed by the jars from the hot water. Set them aside to cool.
    • Once cool enough to handle, you will want to strain the cannabis oil through a paper filter and paper filterpaper filterfunnel, cheesecloth, or French press to separate the plant-matter from the infused MCT oil.paper filterfunnel
    • Save the leftover cannabis pulp for use in future recipes. Then return the prepared CBD oil to whatever jar you would like to store it in, like an amber glass jar with a dropper.
    • Store the prepared CBD oil in a cool, dry place. It will last longer if stored in the refrigerator and even longer if stored in the freezer.

    Notes

    • Yield: ~16 ounces / ~2 cups
    • Temperature Control: The water bath does not need to stat perfectly at 185° F  the entire time. Any temperature between 170°-190°F is OK.
    • Safety First: I recommend you sanitize your jars by keeping them submerged in the 185° F crockpot for 10 at least minutes. This step is not necessary, but good practice for safety and hygiene.
    • Floating Jars: Sometimes the mason jar will float when placed in the water bath. This is no need for concern, simply put something heat and water safe over the top of the jar to weigh it down, a clean rock works well.
    • Alternative Carrier Oil Options Include:
      • Olive oil
      • Avocado oil
      • Hemp seed oil
      • Grapeseed oil
      • Coconut oil

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1g
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