Short answer: Yes. As of October 2026, hemp-derived THC drinks are legal in Louisiana for adults 21 and older when they're registered with the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) and sold by a licensed retailer that checks ID (La. R.S. 3:1482; La. R.S. 3:1483; La. R.S. 3:1484). Ounce of Hope is Louisiana-licensed and ships our full lineup of THC seltzers, drink mixes, and syrup to Louisiana addresses.
As of October 2026. This is not legal advice. Hemp laws change often. Check the official sources linked here, or talk to a licensed attorney, before you make decisions based on this page.
Key takeaways
- 21+ only, with a photo ID check, in stores and online.
- Products must be LDH-registered and sold by licensed retailers.
- No gas stations, and no alcohol mixed with hemp.
- Labels must show THC per serving, link to a lab COA, and carry a drug-test warning.
- Ounce of Hope is Louisiana-licensed and ships to Louisiana.
What counts as a "THC drink" under Louisiana law?
Louisiana calls them consumable hemp products, meaning products made from industrial hemp that contain cannabinoids like THC or CBD and are meant to be consumed. LDH counts "THC" as total THC, including its isomers and THCA (LDH Final Rule, Louisiana Register, Jan. 2026).
The state rules for THC beverages (Act 752)
Act 752 of the 2024 Regular Session rewrote Louisiana's hemp law, and most of it took effect January 1, 2025. The statute and LDH's rule set beverage standards, including a THC amount per serving, a minimum serving size, one serving per container, and tamper-evident packaging (R.S. 3:1483(B)(6); LAC 49:I.533).
Label requirements
Labels must state total THC per serving, link to a Certificate of Analysis (COA), warn about failed drug tests, make no medical claims, and avoid kid-appealing packaging (R.S. 3:1483(C)).
The 21+ rule
State law says no one may sell a consumable hemp product at retail to anyone under 21. Retailers have to check a valid government photo ID or a digitized ID before the sale (R.S. 3:1482(A)(2)). In 2025, Act 233 (HB 12) made selling to someone under 21 a crime, punishable by a $500 to $1,000 fine, 30 days to 6 months in jail, or both. It also created a $100 citation for anyone under 21 who buys or publicly possesses these products (La. R.S. 14:93.16; Act 233 digest).
Where THC drinks can (and can't) be sold in Louisiana
Licensed retailers, in stores and online
Stores that sell consumable hemp need a state retail permit for each location, and online retailers need to be licensed to sell to Louisiana customers (R.S. 3:1484). Ounce of Hope is Louisiana-licensed, so you can order online and have it shipped to your door anywhere in the state.
Places that are off-limits
- Gas stations: Consumable hemp can't be sold at a retail location that is also licensed to sell motor fuel. There's a narrow exception for certain gaming-licensed facilities (R.S. 3:1482(A)(3)).
- Bars and restaurants with a Class A alcohol permit: They can't get a new hemp retail permit. Ones that already held both permits before June 17, 2024 can keep renewing (R.S. 3:1484(B)(5); ATC advisory, June 5, 2024).
- No THC cocktails: It's illegal to sell any alcoholic beverage that contains hemp, and retailers can't add hemp products to food or drinks they sell (R.S. 3:1482(B)(1), (C)(1)).
What changed in 2025 and 2026?
2025
- Act 233 (HB 12): the under-21 sale crime and possession citation above, plus penalties for noncompliant production. Effective Aug. 1, 2025.
- Act 345 (HB 36): allows civil lawsuits over hemp products distributed in violation of state law, including sales to people under 21. Effective Aug. 1, 2025 (Act 345 digest).
- LDH emergency rule effective May 2, 2025, followed by a final rule published January 20, 2026 (LDH Cannabis Program).
2026
- HB 539, which would have let bars and restaurants sell hemp beverages, did not pass. It was withdrawn from the files on May 11, 2026 (HB539 bill history).
- Act 392 (SB 510) took effect Aug. 1, 2026. It extends the rules about minors being on premises to businesses where consumable hemp is the main thing sold (SB510 bill history).
A note on federal law
In November 2025, Congress updated the federal definition of hemp, including a new total-THC limit for finished hemp-derived products. A September 2026 law set that part to take effect on December 11, 2026 (Congressional Research Service, IF13136). Congress may revisit it before then, and we'll update this page as things develop.
How to buy THC drinks the right way in Louisiana
- Buy from a licensed seller that checks your ID, in store or online.
- Look for THC per serving clearly printed on the label.
- Scan the COA QR code or link and make sure the numbers match the label.
- Choose a dose that fits your experience (see our dosing guide).
Shop Ounce of Hope, shipped to Louisiana
Ounce of Hope is Louisiana-licensed and ships our full lineup to Louisiana:
- 5mg Delta 9 THC Seltzers: 16 oz cans in Berry High, High Lime, Cherry Jane, and Peach Buzz. Singles, 4-packs, a 4-pack Mix, 12-packs, and 24-packs.
- Highlyte 5mg THC Drink Mix: zero-sugar packets in Strawberry Lemonade and Fruit Punch.
- Highlyte 15mg THC Drink Mix: a stronger packet for experienced consumers, in Classic Lemonade and Orange Mango.
- High Nine 300mg Delta 9 THC Syrup: strawberry syrup, about 6.25 mg per ½ teaspoon.
Every product links to its lab results. Browse everything in our beverages collection.
FAQ
Are THC drinks legal in Louisiana?
Yes, for adults 21+, when the product is LDH-registered and sold by a licensed retailer that verifies age (R.S. 3:1482; R.S. 3:1483).
Do you have to be 21 to buy THC drinks in Louisiana?
Yes. Retailers have to verify age with a valid photo ID, and selling to anyone under 21 is a crime (R.S. 3:1482; R.S. 14:93.16).
Can Louisiana bars serve THC drinks?
Generally, no. New hemp retail permits aren't issued to Class A alcohol permit holders, but some that were permitted before June 17, 2024 are grandfathered in. Hemp can't be mixed into alcoholic drinks either (R.S. 3:1484(B)(5)).
Can I buy THC drinks online in Louisiana?
Yes, from a licensed seller. Ounce of Hope is Louisiana-licensed and ships seltzers, Highlyte drink mixes, and High Nine syrup to Louisiana addresses for adults 21+.
For adults 21+ only. Contains hemp-derived THC. Do not drive after use, and do not mix with alcohol. May cause a failed drug test. Not legal advice; current as of October 2026.
Sources: La. R.S. 3:1482 · La. R.S. 3:1483 · La. R.S. 3:1484 · La. R.S. 14:93.16 · Act 233 (2025) digest · Act 345 (2025) digest · LDH Cannabis Program · LDH Final Rule, Jan. 2026 · ATC advisory (June 2024) · HB539 (2026) · SB510 / Act 392 (2026) · CRS IF13136
