THC-O: Can This Cannabinoid Cause Psychedelic Highs?

What if there was a cannabinoid that produced a high resembling the effects of your favorite psychedelic substance?

While you might think federally illegal Delta-9 THC will give you the ultimate cannabis high, that’s just not the case. In fact, there’s a legal hemp-derived cannabinoid on the market that’s roughly three times more potent than Delta-9 THC. Welcome to THC-O.

THC-O, also known as THC-O-acetate, is one of the newest trends in the cannabis world. While being fairly new to the game, there’s a lot to understand about this compound. In the following article, we’ll delve a little deeper into what THC-O is, what effects it has, and how it compares to other cannabinoids. So let’s dive into the psychedelic part of cannabinoids with this newcomer.

As mentioned above, THC-O is a synthetic cannabinoid derived from the hemp plant. Don’t let its synthetic nature steer you away from trying it, as it’s simply just another addition to the industry’s long list of modern technological advancements.

However, in order to ensure you’re getting the safest THC-O available on the market, you’d ideally want to check out a company’s testing procedures and if they examine products through third-party labs.

We recommend only trying this cannabinoid from renowned brands and companies, as acetic anhydride, one of the components used to make it is highly flammable. So please don’t try to make it at home.

Besides that, THC-O is much stronger than its isomer counterparts, like delta 9 THC or delta 8 THC. Some users have even reported feeling strong immobilizing and muscle relaxing effects, which we will delve further into next.

Producing the THC-O cannabinoid takes a few steps. The first is isolating CBD from the hemp plant that contains less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC (the popular cannabinoid responsible for the familiar cannabis-induced high).

Once CBD is extracted, manufacturers then extract Delta-8 THC from CBD. In order to produce THC-O, Delta-8 THC molecules must be mixed with a solvent, most commonly organic acetic anhydride, which removes all terpenes and flavinoids to make for a purely potent and thick THC isolate.

You might be asking, why THC-O? Although we stated it’s much more potent than Delta-9 THC, some users aren’t just looking for a bewildering semi-psychedelic experience. Because this synthetic cannabinoid is extremely powerful, it can be a great tool to combat pain and stress for those with severe chronic pain and mental illnesses.

One of the main effects when taking this cannabinoid is a huge wave of relaxation. This could also come in hand with mental and physical relief, stronger than your usual D8 THC product.

We must mention that this cannabinoid takes some time to kick in when dosed through tinctures and edibles, but you’ll recognize when it takes effect by feeling waves of relaxation deeply throughout the body.

Quickly following relaxation is intense euphoria with slight visual hallucinations that make colors appear brighter and more vibrant. Every seasoned user will appreciate that THC-O takes you back to those days when your tolerance was so low, that you were giggling and slightly disoriented after a couple of puffs (or bites).

Besides being psychoactive and psychedelic, this cannabinoid can lead to a euphoric feeling. While there is still much to learn about the medicinal benefits of this cannabinoid, users have found lots of good use for this newcomer.

As an analog to THC, users have reported feeling longer periods of relaxation and stress relief with very few tokes. Other people have found that recreational use helps with increasing appetite or even getting a better night’s rest.

And being stronger than D9 THC, this cannabinoid is great if you want just a few puffs or bites to get the desired effects without having to down your vape pen. So in that sense, it can be a better option for cannaseurs who want to try something out of their usual favorites.

Power comes with a price. Or rather, as this cannabinoid is so powerful, it can make you feel some side effects. And as there is still a lot to understand about this cannabinoid, we don’t really fully know the long-term effects it might have.

Even then, some of the most common side effects are pretty similar to D9 THC. Some of these are feeling dizzy or groggy, nausea, and even vomiting. Some users have also reported feeling tired after taking it, so we recommend not taking on activities that require dexterity.

All bodies react differently to cannabinoids, hence why here at Herb we always recommend starting small. As you try out the product, you can build up the dose and get an idea of the psychoactive and psychedelic effects THC O has.

As an isomer of Delta 9 THC, THC-O has basically the same molecular structure as its base. The main difference as we stated above, is the Oxygen added through acetate that changes the base molecule into its acetylated version.

Effect-wise, THCO has similar effects on the high depending on the dosage. The only big difference is how it can produce psychedelic highs. Some users have said it presents mild visuals and perception distortions, but overall that it feels like a stronger D9 experience.

The other main difference is the price standpoint. As a synthetic cannabinoid, THC O tends to fall on the pricier side as it requires more equipment and safety measures for it to work properly. However, this also ensures that you get the best quality possible of the cannabinoid and get the best benefits with each toke or bite.

Now that you get the basics of this psychedelic cannabinoid, you might want to know where to get the best products. Don’t worry, we got you. Here’s a small list of our favorite THC-O products, from flower to vapes, you’ll probably find something you’ll like from our list.

Let’s check some of our favorite brands out.

Binoid is one of the world’s leading brands in cannabis and hemp-derived products. They produce incredible THC-O products, like vape cartridges and edibles.

There is no solid, definite information on the potency of THC-O or THC-O products; there is still much to discover. The limited research available suggests that THC-O is roughly three times as strong as Delta 9 THC, but as with other substances, there is a lot of variation from person to person, so we must rely on subjective experience to determine this.

Give Binoid’s THC-O gummies a shot, give them some time to kick in, and if you still don’t feel anything, wait a couple of hours or more. These come in Blueberry Pie, Pina Colada, and Sour Cherry Lime flavors, plus a mixed package. You can also find sexy bundles if you just can’t get enough of them.

THC-O, like Delta 8, Delta 9, CBD, HHC, and the many other distinct chemicals derived from cannabis and hemp, behave differently depending on how you ingest it. In general, the bioavailability of these drugs is greater when inhaled than when eaten or taken sublingually.

This is why we recommend the Binoid THC-O Vape Cartridge Bundle. This bulk pack brings four sexy strains that will blow your mind. Strains available may vary, but as of now,g you can get your hands on one of each of:

• White Runtz
• Blue Zkittlez
• Dos So Dos
• Maui Wowie

Take a dip. Give THC-O a try, but remember to be safe and responsible. It is advisable that you take small doses at first and then work your way up. These user experiences are always better when you know yourself and how you will react to these substances.

If you are looking for high-quality THC-O vapes, we know a brand that can leave you dazed. Of course, we are talking about DazeD8. The Californian brand has innovated the market with newer cannabinoids in premium-feeling products at a great price point.

Their disposable line, Titanz,  actually has a THC-O 2g disposable that uses prime live resin. This way, the concentrate is a lot smoother with the clouds, needing a lower vaporizing point. So to sum it up, you get smoother clouds with lots of flavor and potency.

Flavor and strain-wise, they have a hefty catalog to choose from. From the sweet and silky Wedding Cake to the tropical and velvety Mango Haze, they have over 6 different strain-specific flavors to choose from. So rest assured you’ll get smooth and delicious tokes with their pens.

You can read more about DazeD8 THC-O line, Titanz, over here.

A great way to get to know THC-O is as a part of a cannabinoid blend. The benefits of the entourage effect are well documented, and OCHO Extracts have mastered their vape concentrate blend to maximize its effects. The combination of THC-O with Delta 8 and Delta 10 is what makes these products special.

Packed in powerful combos of two full-gram carts of different strains, vapers will find that with OCHO Extracts you’re also getting more bang for your buck.

Highlights include the Apple Fritter and Hawaiian Snow combo. The first of the two behave like the quintessential 50/50 hybrid, putting mind and body in sync and delighting the senses with a creamy, vanilla exhale. Hawaiian Snow, on the other hand, offers an invigorating Sativa high that serves well to party and mingle.

Innovative, high quality, and true to strain, OCHO Extracts make for one of the best ways to experience THC-O.