You’ve just cracked open a Little Rick, taken a few sips of Raspberry Coconut, and your shoulders have dropped a little. Nice. But as you think about getting back behind the wheel, one question lingers: Can you actually drive on CBD in the UK?
It’s a fair shout. CBD lives in the same cannabis family tree as THC, and the laws around driving and drugs don’t exactly make for light reading. So, if you’re sipping a full-spectrum CBD drink like ours, are you safe to take the car out?
Is It Legal to Be Driving After Taking CBD Drink/Oil/Edibles?
Yes, driving after taking CBD is legal in the UK, as long as the product you're using meets the legal requirements. That means it must come from an approved hemp source and contain less than 1 mg of THC per container.
Little Rick ticks every box. Our drinks are fully legal and tested to ensure they fall well below the THC limit. You won’t get high, you won’t get drowsy, and you won’t end up on a list.
But, and it’s worth saying, UK driving laws still ban driving under the influence of any substance that impairs you. So if you’ve had a reaction (however rare) that makes you feel woozy or less focused, best to stay parked.
CBD Is Not THC
Here’s where people get confused.
CBD (cannabidiol) and THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) both come from cannabis plants. But only THC is psychoactive, it’s the one that gives you that classic “stoned” feeling.
CBD, on the other hand, won’t get you high. It’s non-intoxicating and perfectly legal in the UK. Our full-spectrum CBD drinks contain 32 mg of CBD along with trace cannabinoids and natural terpenes. They’re designed for calm, not chaos.
So no, sipping a Little Rick isn’t the same as smoking a joint.
What if You Take a Drug Test After CBD Usage?
Now this is the one people really worry about.
Most roadside and workplace drug tests look for THC, not CBD. That’s the good news. But here’s the twist: full-spectrum CBD products (like ours) do contain trace amounts of THC. Legally under 0.02%, yes, but still technically present.
So, is there a risk of testing positive? Very small, but not zero.
It would take large, frequent doses of full-spectrum CBD for those tiny THC levels to build up in your system and trigger a positive result. And even then, that would usually be on sensitive tests like blood or urine, not saliva swabs. But if you’re in a job where testing is routine, or you're prepping for a competition, it’s something to think about.
If you want the full breakdown, have a look at our CBD and drug test explainer. And if you need guaranteed peace of mind, opt for CBD isolate or broad-spectrum products, which contain zero THC.
But we’re proud of our full-spectrum formula. It brings together all the plant’s goodness, CBD, CBG, CBC, and terpenes to give you the entourage effect. That mellow, longer-lasting chill? Yeah, that’s what we’re about.
Still, if a drug test is in your near future, we won’t be offended if you skip a can or two.
How Safe Is It To Drive on CBD?
Research suggests that CBD doesn’t impair driving performance in healthy individuals. A 2020 double-blind, placebo-controlled study published in JAMA tested driving ability after CBD use and found no significant difference in performance compared to placebo.
Most people can drive safely after taking CBD. Our drinks are designed for focus and calm, not confusion. No buzz, no grogginess, no cartoon road signs spinning around your head.
But hey, we always say: try your first Little Rick when you’re off the clock. Everyone reacts a bit differently.
Conclusion: CBD & Driving
So, can you drive on CBD? In short, yes.
Our drinks are legal, non-intoxicating, and safe for most people to enjoy before hitting the road. Just make sure your CBD product is full-spectrum from a reputable brand (ahem), and don’t overdo it before you drive. If you’re subject to drug testing, take the cautious route and read up on CBD detection windows.
Little Rick’s here to take the edge off, not put you on edge. Drive safe, sip smart and always read the label.
