Hemp gummies are the simplest form of hemp extract: nothing needs to be measured or washed down, and a serving is one piece. In this category, we have gathered gummies with full and broad spectrum extracts, recipes with added herbs, L-theanine or caffeine, and gummies with hemp seed oil. Do not consume the caffeine gummy with other caffeine-containing products. Below we explain how to compare them.
Milligrams per piece and per package
The number in the product name usually describes the entire package, not one gummy. Reakiro gummies marked as 300 mg contain 30 pieces with 10 mg of cannabidiol each, while the lemon gummies TOPICAL Broad25 contain 30 pieces with 25 mg of broad spectrum phytonutrients each. When comparing products, divide the package content by the number of pieces.
For gummies with hemp seed oil, manufacturers provide a different measure. Brain Wash has between 12 mg and 24 mg of phytonutrients from hemp oil in one piece, depending on the flavor and weight of the gummy, while in M12 BEARS, hemp seed oil constitutes 8% of the recipe.
Hemp gummies: full spectrum, broad spectrum, and herbs
Full spectrum extract retains the entire profile of plant compounds from the raw material, while in broad spectrum, one of the fractions is intentionally removed. Reakiro gummies come in both versions, with 10 mg per piece, with the same ingredient list. The only difference is the type of extract.
Cannova from Hemp Plant combines broad spectrum phytonutrients from industrial hemp with herbal extracts. The version with motherwort contains 25 mg of phytonutrients and 120 mg of motherwort extract in the gummy, while the version with heather and mistletoe contains 15 mg of phytonutrients and 70 mg of each extract. Brain Wash adds caffeine, L-theanine, or vitamin C to hemp oil, depending on the flavor.
Package size
Cannova has sachets of 3 pieces and packages of 60 pieces, with the same recipe in a gummy weighing about 3 g. The small sachet is for checking the flavor and composition, while the large package is for someone who already knows the recipe.
Reakiro and TOPICAL gummies come in packages of 30 pieces. Brain Wash and Blazed Brains have packages of 100 g, while M12 BEARS have packages of 65 g with at least 15 pieces. For packages counted in grams, check the weight of one gummy, as it determines the content per piece.
Gelatin or pectin, sugar or polyols
Most hemp gummies have a gelatin base, often pork-based, so they are not suitable for vegans or vegetarians. The vegan version is Reakiro Vegan Orange, where the gelling agent is pectin.
Cannova and classic lemon gummies Broad25 contain sugar and glucose syrup. Broad25 without sugar is sweetened with erythritol, maltitols, and sorbitols, while Vegan Orange is sweetened with maltitol and sorbitol. Excessive consumption of polyols can have a laxative effect, so stick to the serving on the label.
What to check on the label
- content per piece, not just for the entire package
- type of extract: full spectrum, broad spectrum, or hemp seed oil
- additives such as herbs, L-theanine, or caffeine, which the Brain Wash Cola gummy contains 10 mg of
- gelling agent: gelatin or pectin
- sweetening: sugar and glucose syrup or polyols
- recommended serving, which for gummies with extract usually ranges from one to two gummies per day
We explain the differences in taste and smell of hemp products in the text what are hemp terpenes.
Frequently asked questions
Is 300 mg on the package the content of one gummy?
No, it is the content of the entire package. In Reakiro gummies, 300 mg is 30 pieces, so one gummy has 10 mg of cannabidiol, and in the lemon gummies TOPICAL Broad25, there are 30 pieces with 25 mg of broad spectrum phytonutrients, which is 750 mg in the package. Therefore, divide the package content by the number of pieces to compare products.
What is the difference between full spectrum and broad spectrum?
In full spectrum, the entire profile of plant compounds from the raw material is preserved, while in broad spectrum, one of the fractions is intentionally removed. In Reakiro gummies, both versions have the same composition and the same 10 mg per piece. Broad spectrum phytonutrients are also present in Cannova and lemon gummies TOPICAL.
Are there vegan hemp gummies?
Yes, for example, Reakiro Vegan Orange with pectin, without added sugar. Most other gummies contain gelatin, and M12 BEARS also contain beeswax, so if you are on a plant-based diet, check the gelling agent. Vegan Orange is sweetened with maltitol and sorbitol, while gelatin in the others is often pork-based.
Who are hemp gummies for?
For adults. Manufacturers do not recommend them for children, pregnant women, or breastfeeding women. If you are taking medications regularly, consult the use with a doctor or pharmacist. The recommended serving for gummies with extract usually ranges from one to two gummies per day, and the exact value is provided on the label.
How to store hemp gummies?
In a tightly closed package, in a dry and cool place, away from light and out of reach of children. On hot days, do not leave them in the car. You can find other functional gummies in the Gummies category, and a recipe for homemade gummies in the text how to make CBD gummies.