When it comes to cannabinoid properties, Delta-8 sets a new high. Not only does this cannabinoid promise a smooth and clear-headed high, but it’s also used to relive pain, ease anxiety and even promote brain health. Derivation from federally legal hemp is also a game changer, making Delta-8 an above-board product in most states.
For years, fellow cannabinoids THC and CBD have dominated the spotlight. Now, new research and extraction technologies have made it easier to isolate D8 and harness the benefits of this mood-enhancing cannabinoid. So, does D8 get you high? The short answer is yes. Delta-8 will get you high, but in a way you might not have experienced before.
Want to know more? Let’s dive in and take a closer look at Delta-8 and how it’s reimagining cannabis highs.
What is Delta-8 CBD flower?
While most refer to D8 in short form, its scientific name is Delta-8-Tetrahydrocannabinol. Found in the cannabis plant, it’s a derivative of D9-THC, the most widely recognised and studied psychoactive cannabinoid in the industry.
What’s a cannabinoid you ask? Naturally occurring in the cannabis plant, cannabinoids are chemical compounds that give marijuana its unique properties. While cannabis plants are made up of more than 450 different compounds, just over 65 are classed as cannabinoids. Each has its own unique benefits and it’s safe to say Delta-8 is pretty special.
Scientists have known about Delta-8 since the 1940s but due to low expression levels in cannabis flowers, as well as lack of industry research, the cannabinoid has remained pretty illusive. Now, the times they are a changin’ and Delta-8 is gaining serious traction.
Is Delta 8 derived from hemp?
Unlike most other mood-boosting cannabis products, Delta 8 is derived from federally legal hemp. By law, legal hemp has to contain less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC. Luckily, this doesn’t affect D8 content which leaves manufacturers free to extract all that goodness without the legal risks.
The relationship between Delta-9 and Delta-8
Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, more commonly known as D9-THC, is the most widely recognised psychoactive component in the cannabis plant. When people mention THC, they’re generally referring to Delta-9, aka the granddaddy of cannabinoids. While D9 tends to steal the spotlight, Delta-8 is a lesser-known but just as extraordinary form of THC.
Sure, Delta-8 shares the same molecular formula as D9-THC (in chemistry the pair are known as isomers). But small variations in a handful of chemical bonds give the cannabis compound noticeably different properties. For all you chemistry buffs out there, this is where the “8” comes from. It refers to the alternative positioning of a chemical bond, one step over from its placement in D9. It’s this variation that gives Delta-8 some key differences.
For starters, D8 around 35% less euphoric than D9, its famous cousin. This makes it popular with users looking for a clear-headed high that replicate the relaxation benefits of THC, minus the intense psychoactivity that can sometimes be a little too much.
Is Delta-8 an Indica or Sativa?
Most cannabis connoisseurs know their Indica from their Sativa. Indica is coveted for its high CBD content and ability to induce what’s known as a body buzz. Sativa is rich in a mood-lifting chemical compound called limonene, which is usually associated with a mind high. We like to call it a “daytime strain” as it’s energising and uplifting.
Like its Delta-9 cousin, Delta-8 can also be derived from both Indica and Sativa strains. Where you source your Delta-8 from all depends on the effects you’re hoping to achieve. If you’re looking for botanicals to kickstart your day and help you focus, Delta-8 derived from Sativa is a good bet. If you’re after an intense body high, Indica-derived Delta-8 would be more suitable.
Is Delta 8 good for you?
While many users are chasing a mind or body high, increasing research into the therapeutic properties of cannabis has given the plant has also enjoyed a huge publicity boost over the past few years. Delta 8 offers some incredible benefits, including as a treatment for anxiety and depression. The cannabinoid is also being used to manage chronic pain, as well as boost appetite and ease nausea during cancer treatments.
Does Delta 8 help you sleep?
Using cannabis before bed isn’t a new concept, with clinical studies suggesting the plant can be an effective sleep aid. Like other cannabinoids it interacts with the body’s natural endocannabinoid system (ECS) which regulates the central nervous system and helps you maintain an all-important state of homeostasis.
So where does D8 fit in? Sleep is critical to homeostasis, which is why most health experts recommend getting at least eight hours per day. The ECS is directly linked to sleep, with a cannabinoid receptor known as CB1 used to lull you into a doze.
Packed with sedative properties, CB1 not only promotes sleep but also regulates the appetite, metabolism, anxiety levels and pain. Delta 8 actively binds to the CB1 receptor, activating its calming properties and promoting deeper and more energising sleeps.
What is the strongest Delta 8 product?
Delta 8 packs a serious punch and we totally get why you may be searching for the strongest product out there. Whether you’re looking to relax, treat pain or enhance sleep, here’s a few of our favorite ways to harness the benefits of D8.
Moon Rocks
Coated in a dusting of pure CBG kief, Cannessentials™ ultra-premium Delta-8 enhanced hemp flower moon rocks promise an interstellar high. Packed with D8, these nuggets feature hand-trimmed CBD and CBG flower and are definitely one of our most potent Delta 8 products.
Extracts
Potency doesn’t get much better than pure extracts. Designed to dab, vape or consume, our isolated concentrates and distillates are fully activated and ready to give you the high you’ve been chasing.
Stocking up on Delta-8
Now we’ve introduced you to the next generation of cannabis, let’s talk about how to get your hands on D8. Can you get Delta 8 flower in the USA? Absolutely. D8 is extracted from federally legal hemp with D9 THC content of less than 0.3% which means it’s legal in the USA.
Can I order Delta 8 online legally? Yes. Again, the product is derived from federally legal hemp which means you can post it the same way you’d mail a birthday card. If you live in the Dakotas, Carolinas, Texas or other states where marijuana isn’t legalised, D8 is especially appealing.
All our products are tested and analysed at a Florida-based laboratory. This means you can get high with the total peace of mind your botanicals are backed by genuine scientific lab research. We’re proud to offer some of the purest and most potent Delta-8 in the United States and publish all our cannabis lab reports on our website.