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Delta-10 is known for its mild psychoactivity that brings on a functional, uplifting high. For many, it's a perfect candidate for crossfading, or pairing THC with alcohol. It's something that naturally happens at parties where several substances are circulating. The question is, is this really a good idea? Can you drink with Delta-10? And if so, what can you expect from the combined effects?
Many people report being able to combine Delta-10 with alcohol without experiencing any adverse effects. There's no research backed contraindications between Delta-10-THC and alcohol. Still, there are some potential drawbacks of combining the two.
Before you consider crossfading with Delta-10 and alcohol, here’s what you should know:
Combining alcohol and THC, a method frequently referred to as “crossfading,” is nothing new. THC has been a popular party substance for decades, potentially even centuries. Generally, the effects of THC when combined with alcohol meet somewhere in the middle of the mellow and stimulating effects of each respective substance.
In reality, however, the way that a combination of alcohol and THC affects you depends on a range of factors, including how much you intake, the order in which you use the two substances, your personal tolerance to each substance, and other unique biological factors. Although many people have combined the two without issue, there are some adverse interactions to look out for. Here’s why:
Although the method has been enjoyed by partygoers for years, it still may not be the best idea to combine THC with alcohol. This is especially true if you're a heavy drinker who regularly experiences vomiting after drinking alcohol.
Delta-10-THC may have antiemetic properties, meaning it can help calm nausea and prevent vomiting. We don’t have much evidence regarding Delta-10’s specific benefits for vomiting and nausea, but it’s presumed to work similarly to Delta-8. Delta-8-THC is well-known to have particularly potent antiemetic effects. In fact, it was found to be 100% effective at stopping vomiting in one pediatric study.
While this might sound like a good thing for anybody who has a case of the alcohol-induced spins, it can actually be dangerous. Vomiting after consuming alcohol is one of the body's purging methods for getting rid of alcohol after over-consumption. In other words, this is one case where vomiting might just be necessary.
Sometimes, vomiting is just the body's way of reducing some of the body's toxic load, but other times it could be a critical step in preventing alcohol poisoning. If you vastly over-consume alcohol (which is never recommended) but also consume Delta-10-THC that prevents the body from purging said alcohol, you may be putting yourself at risk of alcohol poisoning. As you can probably imagine, that's definitely not a good thing.
Of course this danger mostly applies to heavy drinkers. So, as it may seem, the combination of Delta-10-THC and alcohol is potentially less dangerous for light drinkers, but there are still other side effects to consider.
There may also be some specific concerns to keep in mind depending on the order in which you use alcohol and Delta-10. For instance, one small 2015 study found that even small doses of alcohol can increase the absorption rate of Delta-9-THC. In other words, drinking alcohol before THC consumption may lead to stronger effects. Although this research focused on Delta-9, it may very well translate to Delta-10 since the two compounds are absorbed in a similar way.
There may be risk when using the two substances in the reverse order as well. A 1992 study found that consuming THC before drinking alcohol may slow the rise in blood alcohol levels, which means it may delay the feeling of drunkenness.
This is a problem that may result in over-consumption of alcohol, or it could be a recipe for an even more dangerous situation. For instance, it may make you feel like you're actually sober enough to drive when the drunkenness is actually just delayed.
More research is needed to fully understand how Delta-10 and alcohol may interact, but it's safe to say that you should proceed with extreme caution when mixing the two substances.
Alcohol and THC both affect every person differently, so it’s no surprise that a combination of the two can also produce a wide range of effects. The actual effects of a THC and alcohol combination are also heavily impacted by how much of each substance you consume, and in what order you consume them.
If you plan to use Delta-10-THC and alcohol at the same time, keep these precautions in mind:
Because consuming alcohol may potentiate THC’s effects and consuming THC may slow the onset of alcohol's effects, you should probably consume less of each substance than you typically would when using them individually. In other words, always calculate that you've had one more drink then you feel like you've had, and plan to drink one or two drinks less than you usually would. The same is true for Delta-10 dosing, so you may want to take it low and slow instead of consuming hard-hitting, heavy doses.
Before you mix Delta-10 and alcohol, make sure that you're very familiar with your limits for each individual substance. If you're inexperienced with either alcohol or Delta-10, it's a much better idea to use them on their own until you have a better idea of how much you should consume to find your sweet spot.
As always, use recreational substances responsibly. Just like when drinking, you need to make sure that you're going to be in a safe and responsible setting before you mix THC and alcohol. This may mean consuming at your own home or having a sober, designated driver when you're out on the town (or a designated sober person even if there's no driving to be done). Either way, make sure that you are aware of how much you're consuming and in a situation where you can easily tap out if you need to.
There are no research-basked adverse effects related to mixing Delta-10 and alcohol, but there still may be risks involved. In particular, Delta-10 and alcohol may affect each other’s absorption, so you may need to consume much less than you typically would. You should also avoid Delta-10 if you’re a heavy drinker as it may increase the risk of alcohol poisoning. It may be better for most people to consume one or the other and not both (TIP: Delta-10 doesn’t cause a hangover!)
If you do decide to combine Delta-10 with alcohol, make sure that you consume responsibly, pay attention to your intake, and only use high-quality Delta-10-THC products to reduce the risk of adverse reactions. Having a designated-sober-person or consuming at home is probably a good idea, especially if you aren’t sure how the combination will affect you.
If you've read this far and decided that you still want to try mixing THC with alcohol, keep the potential risks in mind and do it responsibly. On the other hand, if you're wary of the risks and want another option, we propose an alternative–a THC beverage, which can replace the need for alcohol altogether. Let us explain:
Instead of drinking alcohol alongside your Delta-10 dose, consider just taking your Delta-10 dose in drink form. There are several benefits to this dosing method that may make it a great choice for social events and parties.
First, a Delta-10 beverage has an extended presence. Unlike an edible or joint rolled from Delta-10-THC flower, you can sip on a Delta-10 infused beverage all night. This makes it a promising alternative to that mixed drink you’d typically be holding in your hand.
Plus, slowly sipping Delta-10 allows for easy onset, slow rolling effects that may be exactly what you're after in a lively social situation. You just want to make sure that each beverage provides a low dose, and just like when you're drinking alcohol, keep up with how much you consume. Hard hitting effects may be a bit overwhelming in a busy setting, especially for inexperienced Delta-10 consumers.
Instead of buying a commercially produced Delta-10-THC beverage, we recommend making your own. That way you have ultimate control over your Delta-10 dose and over the flavors in the drink you'll be consuming all night. A THC Tincture is the perfect way to make this happen. These concentrated liquid doses can be added to a soda, juice, or sparkling water to create a Delta 10 beverage that meets your taste and dosing needs. (To learn more about Delta-10 dosing, read “How Much Delta-10-THC Should I Take?”)
On the other end of the spectrum, many people claim that THC and alcohol have a unique symbiotic relationship in that THC may help ease post-alcohol discomforts. We really can't argue with this point. Although there hasn't been any research to date to evaluate Delta-10's effectiveness at treating a hangover, the symptoms and benefits do line up. Delta-10-THC may help fight nausea and vomiting, soothe headaches, reduce fatigue, and stimulate appetite, all of which can be useful when you're battling a nasty hangover.
If you want to use Delta-10-THC to soothe your post-party blues, we recommend trying one of these products:
Hemp THC flower and vapes both have fast acting effects that may make them appropriate for therapeutic use. Plus, they allow you to stack on small doses a little at a time until you start feeling better, allowing you to manage some of the hangover nausea, headaches, and symptoms without getting too high.
Edibles, on the other hand, take a while to kick in, but the lengthy onset may be worth overlooking for its long lasting effects. If you want to stave off the post-alcohol ick for a while, THC edibles can have effects that last 6 hours or more. Check out our hemp THC edibles to find one that fits your dosing style.
If you need to soothe a hangover but aren't keen on experiencing psychoactive effects as you navigate your day, CBD is a good option to consider. It has some similar benefits, like the potential to soothe nausea, pain, and fatigue, and it may also help promote focus and sustained energy.
It's not psychoactive, so you don't need to forgo hemp-derived relief even if you'll be spending your day at the office or running errands. A full spectrum CBD lollipop or tincture dose is a great option for getting your day back on track after a long night out.
Read “Can CBD Stop a Hangover?” to learn more.
You can buy Delta-10 in stores and online in states where Delta-10-THC is legal, but shopping online gives you access to a wider variety of product types, flavors, and potencies. Our Elev8 Collection is 100% Farm Bill Compliant and made according to the industry’s highest standards. With multiple flavors and potency options our delicious THC edibles and unique sublingual-style edibles are the perfect party companions.
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