April 20 is the day when weed enthusiasts around the world celebrate marijuana and its benefits – whether by joining rallies and protests for its legalization or just sitting back and enjoying the plant and its derivatives. 

THC is short for tetrahydrocannabinol, the chemical compound responsible for most of marijuana’s psychoactive effects, including the “high” feeling. Of course, be mindful of the potential health risks of smoking and vaping, and make sure to enjoy responsibly and if you’re over 21 and in an area where it’s legal. As more states expand their marijuana legislation, the variety of cannabis-based products has been growing as well – here are some of our picks for the holiday: 

Kiva Confections Bliss Gummies

Kiva Confections has a variety of cannabis-based chocolates and candies for different goals. The Watermelon Lemonade gummies come with a blend of sativa and indica-like terpenes with the flavor of watermelon and tart citrus for a refreshing and blissful feeling, with 5mg of THC per serving. Find it on KivaConfections.com. 

Atlas Peak Bar

Need a little energy push to get started on that project? The Peak Bar by Atlas promises to deliver increased positivity, functionality, and creativity in a crunchy salted caramel and dark chocolate snack with toasted almonds and puffed rice, with 10mg of THC. Learn more on AtlasEdibles.com.

Défoncé Chocolate Bar

Made with premium Belgian chocolate and premium California cannabis, the Défoncé bars are perfect to satisfy the sweet tooth – just be careful not to munch on the whole thing at once. Available in four flavors, but we particularly recommend trying the Matcha Tea White Chocolate. Find it on Defonce.com. 

Kikoko Tranquili-Tea

Kikoko offers a variety of cannabis-infused teas for different goals – the Tranquili-Tea was created to help the drinker get a good night’s sleep, with a caffeine-free herb blend that includes chamomile and valerian root, and 3mg of THC. Available on Kikoko.com. 

Papa & Barkley Releaf Balm

Made with a mix of organic oils such as eucalyptus, tea tree, peppermint, and lavender, the Releaf Balm was designed to relieve and soothe muscular pain and discomfort. Perfect for a relaxing post-workout massage. Find it on PapaAndBarkley.com.

Mary’s Medicinals THC Gel Pen

Mary’s Medicinals Transdermal Gel Pen is ideal for a quick relief directly on the skin – with effects said to be typically felt within 15 minutes and that can last up to six hours. Learn more on MarysMedicinals.com. 

Canndescent Pre-rolls

The Canndescent pre-rolls can be a nice option for those who want to light up but aren’t quite sure where to start. The sampler pack comes with one joint of its five strain varieties for different occasions: Calm, Cruise, Create, Connect, and Charge. Find it on Canndescent.com. 

Besito Minis

The Besito Minis can come in handy as a quick option for a (socially-distanced) night-out: sold in a charming little tin with 10 pre-rolled mini joints, they are available in three “flavors” made from the brand’s favorite California-grown strains. Learn more on Besito.la. 

Marley Natural Whole Flower

For more seasoned consumers, Marley Natural offers a variety of 3.5g whole flowers that are cultivated and hand-selected by independent growers with careful techniques to ensure they’re also environmentally responsible. Find it on MarleyNatural.com.

Dosist Arouse Vaporizer

The Arouse THC-Plus pen by Dosist offers a cannabis blend specially created to give a feeling of stimulation and focus, with a 10:1 THC to CBD ratio. The pen is also available in the Bliss, Sleep, Calm, Relief, and Relax versions on Dosist.com.