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Alcohol and I are in a situationship. I like the idea of us together (flushed cheeks, flirty banter, the romantic clink of glasses), but the morning after is always brutal. One too many espresso martinis and suddenly I’m canceling plans, contemplating electrolyte IVs, and rethinking my entire identity. It’s why I choose to mostly abstain. I may enjoy a cheeky glass of orange wine on occasion, but anything further is tempting fate. So while I’m not necessarily sober, I’m definitely hangover-avoidant.
Enter THC. My relationship with weed is way more pragmatic: I’ve got a vape for powering through laundry, scrubbing my baseboards, or falling asleep without doomscrolling until 2 a.m. I no longer mess with flower (too harsh for these lungs) and edibles? Let’s just say they’re less “fun-sized” and more “roulette wheel” for me. So when I came across Delta THC Seltzers — I was intrigued. Fun flavors, precise dosing, and options ranging from 5mg to 20mg, it felt like a smarter, softer way to take the edge off.
I grabbed a few packs with the same casual curiosity I bring to most small experiments: not expecting magic, but open to being pleasantly surprised. If it made a random Tuesday night a little more fun without derailing my sleep, my anxiety, or my 8 a.m. meeting? That’s a win.
Normalizing THC, One Fizzy Can at a Time
Delta didn’t just aim to make THC feel more approachable — they wanted to make it something you could casually toss into your grocery cart next to your oat milk and probiotic yogurt. As the first to sell THC beverages outside dispensaries, they brought cannabis out of the shadows and into your weekly errands.
Each can is sugar-free, gluten-free, alcohol-free, zero-calorie, and infused with Delta-9 THC — the same compound that gets you high from weed, but here it’s extracted from legal, organic hemp (thanks to a 2018 Farm Bill loophole). Translation: these drinks are federally legal in the U.S. and can be shipped to your door in most states.
The high is designed to hit within 15–30 minutes and comes in three strengths: 5mg for subtle sparkle, 10mg for after-work unwinding, and 20mg if you’re staying in and embracing your inner houseplant. It’s a choose-your-own-chill situation.
5mg: Barely-There Feel You’ll Actually Notice
This was my entry point into Delta’s lineup. I had the Tropical Mango flavor on a weekend afternoon, just as the sunlight started that golden-hour thing where everything looks slightly better than it is. Within about 20 minutes, my mood started to shift: my shoulders dropped, my internal monologue turned the volume down, and my to-do list felt more like a suggestion than a threat.
I was still fully in my body, still conversational, still capable of remembering where I put my phone. But there was a softness to it all. A slight shimmer. It was like putting a filter over your brain—not to distort reality, just to make it more bearable.
This is the can I’d bring to a picnic, or drink while getting ready for dinner with friends. It’s light, it’s friendly, and it doesn’t ask for much commitment. If you’re THC-curious or just want a subtle sparkle that doesn’t derail your plans (or your train of thought), this is your move.
10mg: The Main Character Dose
This is the one I’d recommend for anyone craving that in-between state: not quite couch-locked, not quite ready to deep-clean your apartment, but just present enough to actually enjoy a few hours alone. I opted for the Blood Orange flavor, threw on a vinyl I hadn’t listened to in forever, and next thing I knew I was curating a junk journal spread like I had a deadline for Kinfolk.
The high felt warm and intentional — like my brain had just slipped into slippers. I didn’t scroll. I didn’t spiral. I just vibed in a soft, glittery way. Delta’s 10mg is my new favorite for weeknights when I want to be alone and make something weird and pretty with my hands while I’m at it.
20mg: A Little More Than I Bargained For
I’m not going to lie: this one hit me harder than I was expecting. I had the Pink Lemonade flavor on a night when I went for a girl dinner — you know, snacks instead of a full meal — and let’s just say, the combination of an empty-ish stomach and a 20mg dose might not have been the smartest idea.
At first, it was a bit overwhelming, but once the initial wave passed (about 30 minutes in), everything softened. The intense sensations faded into a deeply relaxed state, and by the time I made it to bed, I was completely content. No racing thoughts, no overthinking—just deep, uninterrupted sleep.
If you want to fully surrender to the evening or have a high tolerance, this is the way to go. Just be sure you’ve eaten a solid meal before diving in, unless you’re in the mood for a gentle (yet powerful) reminder that moderation is key.
Final Verdict: A Nightcap With Boundaries
There’s something oddly empowering about cracking open a can that lets you feel just enough. Delta nails the middle ground between going out and zoning out. The flavors are solid, the effects are steady, and the whole experience feels refreshingly low drama.
They’re not cheap,compared to other brands in the category, the price point is actually pretty solid. but neither is a bottle of wine that ruins tomorrow. For anyone looking to unwind with a little more control and a little less consequence, Delta makes a strong case for becoming your new nightcap.
