Dosage Decoded: Cannabis Math Made Easy by ButACake

Accurate dosing is essential when making edibles. At ButACake, we prioritize quality and responsible dosing to ensure a safe, consistent experience for every consumer. This guide walks you through the basics of cannabis potency, math for precise dosing, and a sample recipe for 10mg edibles.

Why Accurate Dosing Matters

When you dose correctly, you can feel secure about your experience, easily control your intake, and avoid the risk of overconsumption. Consistency in dosing builds trust and reputation for your edibles, aligning with ButACake’s commitment to quality in every bite.

Potency Explained: What Does “10mg Per Serving” Mean?

Potency refers to the strength or concentration of THC in an edible. When we say “10mg per serving,” each portion has 10 milligrams of THC, which is carefully measured to deliver a controlled experience. For reference, THC is the primary psychoactive compound in cannabis, and precise dosing allows for a safe, predictable outcome.

Calculating Dosing: Ensuring 10mg Per Serving

To reach a 10mg dose per serving, you’ll need to know the total THC in your batch and divide it by the number of servings. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown:

1. Total THC Calculation:
   • Find the THC in the infused ingredient using this formula:
     Total THC (mg)=THC concentration (mg/g)×grams of infused ingredient
   • For example, if a batch has 100mg THC, dividing by 10 servings will give you 10mg per serving.
2. Determine THC in Infused Ingredient:
   • Start with lab-tested cannabis for accurate THC levels, typically shown as a percentage.
   • Multiply the total THC in your cannabis by the transfer rate during infusion (usually around 70%) to get the effective THC in your infused oil or butter.

Cannabis-Infused Granola Bars Recipe (10mg THC per Serving)

Here’s a sample recipe for Cannabis-Infused Granola Bars with clear steps to calculate potency using cannabis-infused coconut oil to reach a 10mg THC dose per serving.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup nuts (chopped)
• 1/2 cup dried fruit
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup cannabis-infused coconut oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Step 1: Calculate Total THC in Coconut Oil

1. Determine THC Concentration:
   • Start with lab-tested cannabis to ensure potency accuracy. Let’s say you used 5 grams of 15% THC cannabis in the infusion, yielding 750 mg THC
     15% of 5g = 0.75g or 750 mg THC
2. Account for THC Transfer Rate:
   • Assume a 70% transfer rate during infusion:
     750 mg×0.70=525 mg THC in coconut oil
3. Calculate THC per mL of Oil:
   • Measure the total volume of the infused coconut oil. For this example, assume you end up with 60 mL (1/4 cup) after infusion.
   • Calculate THC concentration per mL:
     525 mg THC60mL=8.75 mg THC per mL
4. Calculate Total THC in the Recipe:
   • Using 1/4 cup (60 mL) of infused coconut oil in the recipe provides a total of:
     60 mL×8.75 mg THC per mL=525 mg THC in the batch

Step 2: Bake, Weigh, and Portion for 10mg THC Servings

1. Instructions:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
   • In a large bowl, combine the oats, chopped nuts, dried fruit, and salt.
   • In a small saucepan, gently heat the honey (or maple syrup), cannabis-infused coconut oil, and vanilla extract until combined.
   • Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients, mixing thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
   • Press the mixture firmly into the lined baking dish.
2. Bake and Cool:
   • Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden. Allow the mixture to cool completely in the dish.
3. Weigh the Batch:
   • Once cooled, weigh the entire batch (in grams) to determine the total weight.
   • Divide the total THC in the batch (525 mg) by the batch weight to find the mg THC per gram.
4. Portion for 10mg Servings:
   • Divide the batch into portions, each weighing the appropriate amount to reach 10 mg THC per serving. 

Additional Tips for Consistent Dosing

• Measurement and Mixing: Always measure accurately and mix thoroughly for even distribution.
• Testing and Verification: Where possible, test final products to verify potency.

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