Infusing with Intention: Sadie’s Approach to Homemade Cannabis Edibles
Meet Sadie, a chef and cannabis enthusiast who brings the same passion to infused recipes as she does to any dish in her kitchen. While many consumers opt for pre-packaged gummies or chocolates, Sadie prefers the satisfaction of making her own cannabis-infused meals and desserts. For her, it's not just about the end result—it’s about integrating cannabis thoughtfully into cooking as a functional and flavorful ingredient. This hands-on approach allows her to experiment, refine, and elevate her creations with purpose.
From infused vinaigrettes to decadent pastries, Sadie views cannabis as a culinary component that enhances taste, complements ingredients, and adds meaning to her cooking rituals.
Crafting Edibles with Purpose
One of the biggest reasons Sadie chooses to make her own edibles is cost. While a single 10mg edible can cost around $5 at retail, a 30ml bottle of THC oil or RSO that contains over 800mg of THC often costs just $35. This allows her to stretch her budget while maintaining full control over dosage and ingredients.
Sadie is also sugar-conscious. She finds that most store-bought edibles are high in sugar and often require her to consume multiple servings to achieve her desired effect. By infusing her own food, she can create high-potency edibles without added sugar, tailoring each recipe to fit her dietary needs and taste preferences.
But more than anything, Sadie infuses her own food because she loves it. Cooking is her passion, and infusing cannabis into her recipes lets her express creativity while crafting a personalized, intentional experience. Whether she’s using infused olive oil for a salad dressing or folding RSO into a rich chocolate ganache, Sadie believes cannabis can be as much about flavor and enjoyment as it is about effect.
Sadie’s Go-To Products for Infusions
Sadie’s favorite infusion product is RSO from Ellevia. This high-THC, full-spectrum cannabis oil is derived solely from cannabis grown in St. Thomas, Ontario and contains no fillers or additives. Its precise applicator makes dosing easy, and Sadie appreciates the rich, terpene-forward flavor that enhances her recipes while delivering the entourage effect she seeks.
She also enjoys using Phoenix Tears by Stigma Grow, a potent, honey-like resin made from the rare strain Tranquil Elephantizer. With subtle notes of herbs and spice, this decarboxylated full-spectrum extract comes in a click-dose applicator that makes it simple to infuse meals with consistent potency and unique flavor.
Recently, Sadie has been exploring the culinary potential of Olive Oil Infusion by Farm & Florist, a sublingual concentrate that doubles as a high-quality ingredient. The smooth, rich olive oil flavor complements a wide variety of dishes, making it a versatile addition to her infused kitchen.
How BudSense Helps Dispensaries Support DIY Edible Consumers
Sadie is part of a growing group of cannabis consumers who prefer infusing their own edibles for flavor, cost, and control. Dispensaries that cater to shoppers like Sadie need tools that go beyond basic THC listings. BudSense empowers retailers with menu features like labels, and flavor badges that make finding the right products easy and enjoyable.
Whether it’s identifying “Low Sugar” products, “RSO,” or showcasing terpene-forward extracts with descriptors like gassy, earthy, or fruity, BudSense helps Sadie locate exactly what she’s looking for. Menu sections dedicated to oils, concentrates, or infusion-friendly items make her shopping experience faster and more intuitive.
With tools that support culinary creativity and cannabis education, BudSense helps dispensaries speak the language of consumers like Sadie. As more shoppers turn to homemade edibles for wellness, flavor, and flexibility, having detailed and informative menus will ensure they find the products that fit their unique rituals. What will you infuse next?
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