The Perfect Infused Mocktails for a High-End Danksgiving | High Times
Thanksgiving has always been a celebration of comfort, indulgence, and gathering with the people we love. In 2025, cannabis mocktails are officially joining the holiday table, not as a novelty but as a sophisticated, functional, and beautifully crafted alternative to traditional drinks. Whether you are hosting a crowd, navigating family dynamics, or treating yourself to a peaceful long weekend, THC beverages offer a modern twist on a timeless tradition.
Klaus – “Cranberry Klaus”
For cocktail lovers who want a complex, adult beverage without alcohol.
Klaus is crafted for serious mixology fans, and the Cranberry Klaus is a true holiday showstopper. Roasted citrus juice brings depth, and cranberry connects the drink directly to the Thanksgiving table.
Pre-Prep
Roast 5 oranges and 5 lemons, halved and coated in All The Bitter – New Orleans Bitters (non-alcoholic). Roast at 400°F until caramelized, about 15 to 30 minutes. Cool, juice, and store chilled.
Makes two drinks.
Ingredients:
- 6 oz roasted orange and lemon juice
- 6 oz sieved tart cranberry sauce
- 1 can Klaus Bosphorus (solventless or D9)
- All The Bitter – New Orleans Bitters
Instructions:
- Pre-chill a double old-fashioned glass and crush ice.
- Add juices and cranberry sauce to a Boston shaker with ice.
- Shake hard for 15 seconds.
- Strain into frosty glasses over large cubes.
- Top with Klaus.
- Add a few drops of bitters.
- Garnish with roasted orange and cranberry sauce.
Vibe: Culinary, layered, and sophisticated. Your foodie guests will be thrilled.