Quick Summary: The best cannabis gifts in New Mexico match the person you’re shopping for. Choose a favorite flower strain for experienced consumers, low-dose edibles or prerolls for beginners, a THC drink for winding down, and non-intoxicating topicals or THCA tinctures for friends who don’t want to feel high. Pair flower with a pipe, bong, or grinder for the experienced consumer who has everything. Adults 21+ can legally gift cannabis to other adults 21+ in New Mexico, as long as the gift involves no payment or trade and stays within state possession limits.
How to Choose the Best Cannabis Gift for Everyone on Your List
Simplify your shopping and find the perfect gift for everyone on your list with one trip to Verdes Cannabis.
If you’re looking for inspiration to be the best giver at this year’s holiday party, start with these gift ideas from Verdes.
Key Takeaways
- You can gift up to 2 ounces of cannabis, 16 grams of extract, or 800 milligrams of edibles to another adult 21+ in New Mexico.
- 5 mg THC gummies make an easy first gift that new consumers can cut in half for a 2.5 mg microdose.
- Pipes, bongs, and grinders make lasting gifts for experienced consumers.
- CBD salves and THCA tinctures are non-intoxicating options for non-consumers.
- Keep cannabis in child-resistant packaging and out of reach of kids and pets during holiday gatherings.
- Verdes has eight convenient locations in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, making gift shopping easy.
New Mexico Cannabis Gift Guide for the Holidays
For the Cannabis Lover
Flower is the best bet for an experienced consumer. Nothing says happy holi-daze like getting someone you love their favorite plant. From classic strains to the hottest new drops and reliable vapes, Verdes has it all to give the cannabis enthusiasts in your life exactly what they want, even if it’s not on their wish list.
Skip the formalities and the preloaded Visa gift cards, and give your favorite cannabis aficionado the perfect gift they would buy for themselves.
Popular Verdes strains include:
- Golden Strawberries: An indica-dominant hybrid that delivers a blend of physical relaxation and mental stimulation.
- The Soap: One of Verdes’ most popular strains, this sativa-dominant hybrid is perfect for starting your day and keeping it going.
- Gas Nana: An indica-dominant hybrid that’s ideal for evening enjoyment.
- Ice Cream Sundae: This sativa-dominant hybrid strain has a delicious aroma and uplifting effects.
- Florida Wedding Cake: An indica-dominant hybrid that’s perfect for shaking off holiday stress.
- Formula One: A sativa-dominant hybrid, this strain’s mentally stimulating effects are reminiscent of its namesake, the fastest circuit-racing sport in the world.
- Garlic Budder: An indica-dominant hybrid strain that can quiet even the busiest of minds during the most hectic time of the year.
Our Verdes team members are standing by to help you browse our extensive menu of cannabis strains to find something for everyone on your list!
For the Friend Who Has Everything (Except the Perfect Piece)
Already stocked up on their favorite strain? Upgrade how they enjoy it. Cannabis accessories are thoughtful, long-lasting gifts that your cannabis-loving friends and family will reach for long after the holidays are over. A great piece can be a daily ritual, a conversation starter, and a work of art all at once.
Verdes cannabis accessories include:
- Hand pipes: A classic hand pipe is compact, simple to use, and easy to tuck into a stocking.
- Bongs: Bongs, or water pipes, filter and cool smoke through water for a smoother hit. Choose a statement piece made by a local glass artist for someone who appreciates craftsmanship.
- Dab rigs: For the concentrate enthusiast, a dab rig is the ultimate upgrade. Rigs are designed for vaporizing extracts like wax, shatter, and live resin, delivering bold flavor and potency.
- Stocking stuffers and add-ons: Smaller accessories like grinders, rolling papers and trays, stash jars, cleaning kits, and smell-proof storage cases make great gifts.
Gifting tip: Not sure which style they’ll love? Pay attention to how they already consume. Someone who rolls joints might love a premium rolling kit, while someone who prefers concentrates will appreciate a dab rig. When in doubt, a grinder or stash jar is a safe, useful choice.
For the Canna-Curious
Cream & Cheese Preroll 5-Pack
If you know someone who’s curious about getting into cannabis but doesn’t know where to start, a 5-pack of prerolls is a great introduction to the plant.
Cream & Cheese is a strain with a great balance of CBD and THC that creates a noticeable experience without feeling overwhelming.
Camino Wild Cherry 1:1:1 with THC, CBD, and CBG
Low-dose edibles are an ideal way to explore cannabis. These wild cherry gummies from Camino offer a curated blend of 5 mg each of THC, CBD, and CBG to help you feel elevated and alert, yet balanced and calm.
If 5 mg THC feels like too much, cut a gummy in half and enjoy a microdose of 2.5 mg.
For the Parent Who Needs to Relax
Verdes 2:1 CBN Lavender Lemonade
Being a parent isn’t easy, especially around the holidays. If you know someone who could use a little help relaxing comfortably and naturally, give them the gift of a THC drink from Verdes.
This blend of THC and CBN is ideal for nighttime and helping to quiet a busy mind.
For the Friend Who Doesn’t Consume
Verdes Salve Extra Strength Sensitive
Pain relief is a big area of research for both CBD and THC, and this salve from Verdes combines them into one easy-to-use roll-on. Cannabis topicals offer localized relief from sore muscles and achy joints with easy application. It’s a perfect gift for everyone from your athletic friend to your grandparents.
Topical salves do not enter the bloodstream and are non-psychoactive.
For the Herbalist in Your Life
Verdes THCA Tincture
This tincture made by Verdes harnesses the power of THCA, the raw form of THC. It is great for relief without the psychoactive effects of traditional THC.
THCA is thought to help balance energy and aid with inflammation and gut health.
For the Pet Parent
HolistaPet Peanut Butter Calming Chews
CBD isn’t just for people; it’s for pets, too. These calming CBD chews are a great option for dog and cat owners looking for a way to help their furry friends feel their best. HolistaPet also has CBD chews for mobility, perfect for senior dogs.
As a precaution, talk to your vet before giving your pet CBD.
Cannabis Gift FAQs
Is it weird to give cannabis as a gift?
No. While you know your friends and family best, there’s nothing weird about sharing cannabis gifts with people who may be curious, overwhelmed, or too intimidated to visit a dispensary on their own.
What’s the best cannabis gift for a cannabis lover?
If you know what kind of strain or consumption method your friend or family member prefers, start there. If you don’t know what someone likes, try a THC drink or a non-intoxicating topical. Any gift that acknowledges a cannabis lover’s affinity for the plant is a good one.
Can I give cannabis as a gift?
Yes. If you and the person you’re giving it to are both 21 or older, it is legal to give cannabis as a gift in New Mexico. Gifting can’t involve payment or trade, and the state’s possession limits still apply.
What’s a good cannabis gift for a beginner?
A low-dose edible or a balanced THC/CBD preroll makes a good first gift. Encourage your giftee to start with a small amount and wait to feel the effects before deciding to take more.
What cannabis gifts won’t get someone high?
CBD products, cannabis topicals, and THCA tinctures make good gifts for people who don’t want to feel intoxicated. Remind them that some non-intoxicating products can still trigger a positive drug test.
Can I buy pipes and bongs at a dispensary in New Mexico?
Yes. Adults 21+ can shop for pipes, bongs, dab rigs, grinders, and other accessories at Verdes locations in Albuquerque and Santa Fe.
How should I store cannabis gifts during the holidays?
Keep cannabis gifts in their original child-resistant packaging, and store them where kids and pets can’t reach them. This matters most at holiday gatherings, where gummies and chocolates can look like regular treats.
Find the Best Cannabis Gifts at Verdes
With so many incredible products and ways to consume, Verdes Cannabis has something for everyone on your list.
Stop by one of our eight Verdes locations in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, and let us help you find the best holiday gifts for the cannabis lovers you love.
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DISCLAIMER: The contents of this blog are intended for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.