“For people who are edible lightweights like I am, you’ll probably find yourself splitting these into smaller bites.”

First impressions of a high, like anything else, are important. It sets the stage for the whole experience, and if it comes on too strong, it can cause panic for the user. This feeling only amplifies as the high ramps up, and before you know it, you’re in a full tailspin. This can obviously ruin the experience, and often keeps people from ever doing edibles again. In my own unscientific studies, I’d say of people who’ve told me in conversation about their, “Worst time on weed,” nine out of ten times it’s an edibles story. Most often “taking too much” is the reason given for the bad experience, but I have a sneaking suspicion that in many of those cases it was just the fact that the high came on too fast, causing an uptick in anxiety. It’s VERY hard to talk yourself down as a high gets stronger and stronger, so, with this small crack in the dam, it’s only a matter of time before the whole thing breaks.

Thankfully, the Blueberry Belts’ high comes on very slowly. The first notes were a warm, calming euphoria. Another important step of the edible high is what I call, “The first question.” It’s that moment where you realize something is off, and you wonder why. You then realize, “Oh, right, the edibles have kicked in.” Consider this scenario: You’re sitting at your computer and start to notice your breathing. “Am I breathing strangely?” You ask yourself. The answer is, of course: No - you’re high.

So your realization that the effects started to kick in was due to thinking you’re “breathing strangely.” This colors the high in a negative light, and can easily induce anxiety. The first question I asked myself after eating the Blueberry Belts was, “Why do I feel so good?” (An incredibly telling question about the state of things, but I digress) The answer was, you’re high and it feels great.

The 10mg dosage per belt is manageable, but for people who are edible lightweights like I am, you’ll probably find yourself splitting these into smaller bites. This is A-OK because the belts tear super easily, which I admit is a strange thing to notice, however it’s noteworthy because it speaks to how soft this candy is, and how nicely it melts in your mouth. I had the belts on my desk, and every so often I’d tear a piece off. This gummy is perfect for getting that perfect dose and keeping it going with easy re-upping. Like most chewy candy, I would stash these in a cool place so you can keep them fresh for a long time.

“The body of the high is very consistent and even, like smooth sailing on a calm lake, which is all you can ask for in an edible.”

As the high continued to build, my body started to feel lighter. I interpreted this to be the CBD starting to take effect, and if that’s so, I really enjoyed the timing. CBD is subtle, and without THC I often have trouble noticing it. I always find myself enjoying CBD more when I smoke a little, or when it comes in edible form like these gummies. The balance of CBD to THC seems perfect, and they worked together really well.

The body of the high is very consistent and even, like smooth sailing on a calm lake, which is all you can ask for in an edible. People know that edibles can sometimes be a commitment, and so when it’s a good experience, it’s such a sweet, sweet payoff. The high began to wind down, and it felt as though it was radiating off of me. I didn’t feel groggy or worn out, I just felt the afterglow of a nice warm high that left as gently as it arrived. For those who want to indulge their sweet tooth while getting a mellow high on, this is the one for you. It’s a treat, both literally and figuratively, and if you’re a person (like I am) that will occasionally get some Sour Patch Kids at 7-11, these are a great option when you want a little extra kick.