{"id":1176,"date":"2022-06-28T14:58:56","date_gmt":"2022-06-28T14:58:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bloomnews.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=1176"},"modified":"2025-11-12T19:50:48","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T19:50:48","slug":"what-happens-when-you-smoke-weed-and-drink-coffee","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.bloommarijuana.com\/education\/what-happens-when-you-smoke-weed-and-drink-coffee\/","title":{"rendered":"What Happens When You Smoke Weed and Drink Coffee?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The process of making the perfect cup of coffee can be a relaxing and therapeutic experience – where even just the scent of a fresh brew can provide an energizing lift.1<\/sup> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Some will argue that the same could be said about rolling the perfect joint and enjoying the sweet scent of some quality cannabis. Perhaps this is why both coffee and cannabis have become so deeply entrenched in the daily lives of so many around the world.

As a result, many might wonder if the mix of caffeine and THC makes sense for them. To help answer that, let’s begin by exploring some of the history of coffee and cannabis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It Seems We Have Goats to Thank for Coffee<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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According to legend, coffee\u2019s ability to boost mental alertness was first brought to the attention of humans in the 9th century CE. That\u2019s when a goat herder in Ethiopia noticed that his goats became energized and didn\u2019t want to sleep after eating red berries from a certain tree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He reported his findings to an abbot at the local monastery who made a drink with these berries. The abbot noticed the drink helped him stay alert during the hours of evening prayer so he shared his experience with the other monks, and word about these berries quickly spread.2<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

History suggests that the Sufis of Yemen were among the first to enjoy coffee outside Ethiopia. They were said to have used coffee as part of their religious and mystic rituals.3<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The History of Cannabis Goes Back 10,000 Years <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cannabis was first domesticated in Central Asia more than 10,000 years ago (8,000 BCE). Its use for medicinal purposes can be traced back to 2737 BC. That\u2019s when Emperor Sheng Neng of China was said to prescribe marijuana tea for the treatment of over 100 ailments including gout, rheumatism, malaria, and poor memory.4<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Caffeine and THC<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The combination of caffeine and THC has been enjoyed since at least 1972. That\u2019s when the first coffee shop, the Mellow Yellow, opened up in Amsterdam. Since then, countless people have enjoyed the calming yet stimulating mix of THC and caffeine – and have come up with creative names for the mix, like Hippie Speedball.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to providing a relaxing yet stimulating buzz, caffeine and THC may offer health benefits. But before we get to that, let\u2019s go over how each can interact with our bodies and minds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Do Caffeine and THC Impact Our Health? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Caffeine and delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) are both psychotropic substances.

Psychotropic substances can impact our behavior, mood, thoughts, and overall state of mind. Other examples of psychotropic substances include alcohol, nicotine, and prescription drugs.

Psychotropic substances have been known to have potential health benefits like helping to treat anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, and schizophrenia.

Although psychotropics like caffeine and THC may provide potential health benefits, they can also present serious side effects depending on things like the strength of the cannabis and coffee, your overall health, and medications you may be taking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Effects Will Be Different for All<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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It is important to keep in mind that caffeine and THC are both natural compounds that will impact everyone differently. That is why it is always a good idea to speak with your doctor before introducing psychotropics into your repertoire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With that said, here are a few of the effects and benefits each may provide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Caffeine\u2019s Effects:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n