California-sober: What It Means and Why It’s Gaining Popularity

Jeng cans on a striped yellow picnic blanket with grapes, cheese, tangerines, and a book nearby.

Picture this: instead of lining up shots at midnight, you’re sipping something light, tasty, and uplifting, without paying for it the next morning. That’s the spirit behind California-sober. Demi Lovato helped put the phrase on the map in 2021, but the idea has grown far past celebrity culture. Today, it’s part of wellness circles, sober-curious communities, and anyone tired of hangovers but not ready to give up the fun of a drink.

California-sober simply means no alcohol, but yes to cannabis. Usually, that’s in small, measured doses, like THC seltzers or sparkling cocktails. It’s the middle ground: not all or nothing, just a lighter way to socialize that still feels celebratory.

What started as a niche idea is now everywhere, from lifestyle magazines to dinner parties. Influencers post hemp-infused happy hours, while wellness experts point out that cannabinoids bring calm and balance without alcohol’s rough edges. Whether you’re cutting back for health or just curious, California-sober is about being intentional with what you drink and how it makes you feel.

That’s where Jeng fits in: familiar cocktails, gently dosed, and no hangover attached.

What Does California-sober Mean?

Being California-sober usually means replacing alcohol with cannabis, often in low doses of THC (around 2.5–5 mg per serving). Unlike full sobriety, which avoids every mind-altering substance, this approach leans into cannabis’s gentle psychoactive and therapeutic properties while sidestepping alcohol’s downsides.

The formats vary, sparkling cocktails, tinctures, seltzers, but the goal is consistent: keep the ritual (the clink of glasses, the relaxed conversation) while enjoying a smoother rise and fall.

For many, Jeng’s THC-infused cocktails are the sweet spot: familiar flavors, precise dosing, and no hard-liquor hangover attached.

Why More People Are Going California-sober

A woman sipping on a Jeng in a cocktail glass.

Classic cocktails often bring along headaches, dehydration, and the dreaded “hangxiety.” For busy professionals, parents, and wellness enthusiasts, that’s a deal-breaker. By swapping alcohol for THC-infused drinks, you get to enjoy a light, uplifting buzz while skipping the nausea, grogginess, and energy dips.

Many people say they feel more present in conversations, sleep better, and wake up ready to tackle the next day. Plus, cannabinoids and terpenes can offer added wellness benefits, stress relief, and mood support that alcohol simply doesn’t deliver.

The numbers back it up: dispensaries are reporting rising demand for low-dose options, and lifestyle publications are spotlighting mindful drinking. The draw is simple: gentle, predictable relaxation paired with the familiar ritual of cocktail culture.

Try a Jeng & Tonic and you’ll see why so many are choosing calm, steady energy over peaks, crashes, and headaches.

Meet Your New California-sober Essentials

Ready to switch things up? These Jeng favorites are crafted with California-sober sipping in mind:

  • Jeng & Tonic: A bright twist on the classic: crisp citrus and tonic, balanced with 3 mg THC. Best served with a lime wheel and a rosemary sprig for a refined touch.
  • THC-Infused Cosmopolitan: Tart cranberry and zesty lime with hemp-derived THC for an elegant, hangover-free buzz. Pour into a martini glass for that true Cosmopolitan moment.
  • Spicy Blood Orange Margarita: Bold blood orange with just a touch of jalapeño heat, lifted by a measured THC dose for a vibrant sip that never takes you off balance.

Sip smarter, stay social, and rediscover the cocktail experience. California-sober has never felt (or tasted) this good.

THC-infused Cosmopolitan with tart cranberry and lime

Cosmopolitan

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A can of Jeng’s THC-infused Jeng & Tonic, a zero-proof drink combining classic tonic with a refreshing twist.

Jeng & Tonic

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Spicy blood orange THC Margarita with jalapeño kick

Spicy Blood Orange Margarita

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Is California-Sober Right for You?

A Jeng’s Spicy Bold Orange Margarita on a pink towel beside pink sunglasses and a poured cocktail.

Deciding is simple: do you want the ritual of a cocktail without dragging yourself through the hangover? If you’re over fuzzy mornings, mid-afternoon crashes, or the anxiety that follows a night out, a measured dose of THC could be the refreshing change you’re looking for.

Many who’ve made the shift report better sleep, less stress, and steadier energy throughout the day. And because Jeng is hemp-derived, every can delivers consistent effects you can count on.

The best way to start? Pick one or two flavors that spark your interest, pour over ice, garnish to your taste, and sip mindfully. California-sober is less about restriction and more about connection: feeling present, awake, and balanced.

Keep the Buzz, Lose the Booze

Mindful drinking isn’t a passing trend; it’s the future of how we socialize. Jeng’s THC-infused cocktails give you the lift you want, without the crashes you don’t. From rooftops to living rooms, every can is designed for balance, flavor, and ease, so you can enjoy the night and still show up sharp the next morning.

Whether it’s a cozy night in or a casual gathering with friends, Jeng makes the moment feel elevated, effortless, and intentional. No hangovers, no regrets, just good company and great taste.

Ready to taste the shift? Order Jeng today and raise your glass to a better way to celebrate.

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