The Science of Edibles with Chef Brandon Allen

Send us Fan MailChef Brandon is no stranger to culinary cannabis. As a partner at the Trichome Institute and creator of the Cooking with Cannabis course offered there, he's been working with the plant for long enough to understand the difference between science and myth. In this episode we debunk several common myths regarding cannabis edibles as well as the best methods to decarb and infuse as per the latest science!Trichome Institute - cannabis education companyAmerican Culinary Federationnewest course - Cooking with CannabisChef Brandon Allen - YouTubeMax Montrose - president of Trichome InstituteFood Forest Cafe - vegan gluten free restaurantStart low & go slow - advice from an edibles expert! Start with the lowest possible dose and don't take anymore for a 24 hour period. Sativa vs. Indica edibles high - power of suggestion + placebo - consumption determines functionTerpenes mostly destroyed by decarb process and stomach acids - terpenes drive effects not whether it's an indica or sativaMyth: mangoes will get you higher, black pepper will bring you down if you get too high Shaping Fire podcastCBD doesn't necessarily help when you're too high - depends on the personBest thing to do if you're too high is to distract yourselfBest method to decarb - 270F for 30 minutes, ideally in a convection ovenAvocado + MCT + olive oil - 212F 40 minutes in preheated oilInstapot Vortex Pro - multiuse convection oven & airfryer - on AmazonPot d'Huile lab tested olive oilStore your infusions in your refrigeratorThat's it for this week friends.  Please email me any questions, comments, pictures of your creations or anything else, I love hearing from listeners!  Direct messages to [email protected] or leave me a voice message.  You can also support the show by subscribing, sharing episodes, leaving a review or buying me a cookie!  Whatever way you choose, I'm grateful that you're listening.  Stay high,MargeThe map you need to start making great edibles in easy, digestible lessons. Sign up for Free. I'm taking clients for 1-on-1 Cannabis Education Sessions, see more here and book your free exploratory call. Support the show Visit the website for full show notes, free dosing calculator, quiz, recipes and more.