Glossary · Cannabinoid
CBD
CBD is cannabidiol, a non-intoxicating cannabinoid found in cannabis. Unlike THC, it does not produce a high. It interacts with the body indirectly and is often paired with THC in labeled ratios. Shoppers commonly ask for it when they want cannabis effects with less intoxication.
Also known as: Cannabidiol
- Type
- Cannabinoid (non-intoxicating)
- Full name
- Cannabidiol
- On the label
- Shown as Total CBD, mg and % by weight
- Often paired with
- THC, in ratios like 1:1 or 2:1
What CBD is
CBD, short for cannabidiol, is one of the most common cannabinoids in the cannabis plant. It is non-intoxicating, which means on its own it does not get you high the way THC does. That single trait is why so many shoppers ask for it by name. CBD is sold across many product formats, from gummies and tinctures to vapes and flower.
How it differs from THC
THC binds directly to CB1 receptors in the brain, and that binding is what creates the high. CBD works differently. It does not bind strongly to those same receptors, so it acts more indirectly. Because of this, many products combine the two cannabinoids, and some users report that CBD takes the edge off THC's intoxicating feel.
Why ratios matter on a menu
At The Highline you will often see products listed with a THC to CBD ratio, such as 1:1 or 2:1. A higher CBD share relative to THC generally means a milder intoxicating experience. The label will show Total CBD in milligrams and as a percentage by weight, right next to Total THC, so you can compare products at a glance.
Will CBD get me high?
No. CBD is non-intoxicating, so on its own it does not produce a high. THC is the cannabinoid responsible for that feeling. Many dispensary products blend CBD with THC, so check the ratio and the Total THC number on the label to know what to expect. Effects may vary. Please consume responsibly.
The practical takeaway
- ·CBD is for adults 21 and over, the same as all products we carry.
- ·Look at the THC to CBD ratio to gauge how intoxicating a product will feel.
- ·Start low and go slow, especially with edibles, which take longer to set in.
- ·Ask a budtender if you want a higher CBD share to balance the THC.
In New York, adult-use products are lab tested and labeled under Office of Cannabis Management rules, so the CBD and THC numbers you read are verified. Adults 21 and over may possess up to 3 ounces of flower and up to 24 grams of concentrate. Effects may vary. Please consume responsibly.
FAQ · CBD
Is CBD the same as THC?
No. They are different cannabinoids from the same plant. THC is intoxicating and creates the high, while CBD is non-intoxicating and does not. Many products combine both, and the label shows a ratio so you can see how much of each you are getting.
Why do people ask for CBD at a dispensary?
Shoppers often want cannabis effects with less of the intoxicating feel that THC brings. CBD is non-intoxicating, so it is commonly chosen for that reason. People also like balanced products that pair CBD with THC in ratios. Effects may vary. Please consume responsibly.
How do I find CBD content on a New York label?
Look for Total CBD on the product label, listed in milligrams and as a percentage by weight, next to Total THC. New York adult-use products are lab tested under Office of Cannabis Management rules, so those numbers are verified before the product reaches our shelves.
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