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Giving your non-alcoholic beverage, or mocktail, a boost of liquid cannabis is gaining in popularity among those trying to avoid alcohol-based drinks and the hangovers they sometimes come with .

“It’s a bit of a hidden gem in the beverage category, but more customers are discovering the ease of portability with products like Splash Nano,” says Leialoha Cail, retail district manager for Glass House Brands . “It’s easy to transport and add to your favorite drink, wherever you happen to be . For anyone looking to reduce their alcohol consumption, mocktails are a great alternative . ”

Other benefits include near-zero calories, no sugar, and no alcohol taste . There can be a buzz though, so those choosing to infuse need to do so responsibly . —RB

Information and products are available at Farmacy Santa Barbara, 128 Mission St. 805-8801207. farmacyshop.com

1 Splash Nano (Adjust dosage as preferred) 1 pint blackberries 1/2 cup water 6 whole mint leaves Juice from 1/2 lime 2 ounces blackberry juice Splash, drink, enjoy

1 Splash Nano (adjust dosage as preferred) 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar 1 lime wedge 3 fresh strawberries, 2 hulled and sliced and one reserved for garnish

Club soda

Fresh mint sprig for garnish

Kumquat zest

Splash, drink, enjoy

1 1/2 cups halved kumquats, seeds removed and kumquats roughly chopped 1 1/2 cups fresh orange juice, with slice for garnish 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 3/4 cup simple syrup, plus more, to taste Ice cubes as needed Sparkling water for serving 1 Splash Nano (adjust dosage as preferred)

The Kumquat Orange Splash and Blackberry Mint Mojito mocktails infused with a liquid cannabis formula from SplashNano. SplashNano is a California-born premium liquid beverage enhancer using a technology that allows cannabis oil and water to be mixed.