Are you CBD-curious? Making your own CBD cocktails is a fun, relatively easy way to experiment with cannabis' most famous nonintoxicating compound. In recent years bartenders have explored using cannabidiol (CBD) to enhance their creations, whether that's by using infused oil floats on drinks like the Dirty Martini, or using a premade CBD soda and adding gin and lime juice. And while there is no concrete scientific evidence that CBD has strong health benefits, there have been studies suggesting it has anti-inflammatory properties, and both research and anecdotal evidence has shown it can help reduce pain and anxiety. CBD oils can be very earthy, which can make it tricky to pair with other ingredients. Luckily, there's an answer for that in the iconic Moscow Mule. In this recipe created by Janelle Lassalle—an artist and recipe developer specializing in cannabis products—the freshness and gentle spice of ginger beer and ginger syrup complements the earthy CBD oil. Throwing some citrus into the mix evens out the ensemble, with the end result a cocktail that's refreshing, mellow and easy on the stomach. While the Moscow Mule is recognizable by its signature copper mug, don't feel obligated to use one. If you have one on hand, great; if not, feel free to use a highball glass or double rocks glass. Similarly, ginger ale can be used in a pinch if ginger beer isn't available. Once you've made the CBD-ginger syrup it can also be used in other drinks. Why not try it in a Dark ‘n Stormy to enhance the ginger flavor, or substitute the simple syrup in an Old Fashioned or a Daiquiri to add some earthy, gingery kick to them? It's also nice when mixed with club soda as a non-alcoholic drink with gentle soothing aspects. 3 Simple CBD Cocktails Anyone Can Make FEATURED IN