What To Try Now That Smokeables Are Gone

If you walked into your favorite hemp shop this week you may have noticed the shelves looked a little different, you are not the only one. As of March 31, 2026, new Texas DSHS rules changed the way THC is calculated in hemp products, and that change pulled smokeable hemp flower and pre rolls off the shelves across the Lone Star State.

Here at Go Green Botanicals in New Braunfels, we had a front row seat to this shift. We watched it coming, we prepared for it, and now we are here to walk you through what comes next. Because here is the thing: legal THC in Texas did not go away. It just changed shape.

What Actually Happened (The Short Version)

Texas adopted a “total THC” formula that now counts THCA alongside Delta 9 THC when testing hemp products. THCA is the compound in raw hemp flower that converts into Delta 9 THC when you light it up. Under the old rules, labs only measured Delta 9 by itself, so flower with high THCA and low Delta 9 passed the 0.3% threshold easily. Under the new rules, that same flower fails the test by a mile.

The result: smokeable hemp flower, pre rolls, and hemp cigarettes are gone from Texas retail shelves.

But edibles, tinctures, oils, beverages, topicals, and capsules? They are still here, still legal, and still working exactly the way they always have. The math works differently for these products because the THC is a tiny fraction of the total product weight. A 10mg Delta 9 gummy that weighs three grams sits right around 0.3% THC by dry weight, which keeps it fully compliant.

So What Do You Try Now?

Think of this moment less like a dead end and more like a fork in the road. The path forward actually has more options than most people realize. Here is a breakdown of what is legal and available right now at Go Green Botanicals.

Delta 9 THC Gummies

If you smoked flower primarily for relaxation or unwinding after a long day, gummies are your new best friend. They deliver the same Delta 9 THC compound you were getting from flower, just through a different door.

The experience is different from smoking. Instead of feeling effects within minutes, edibles typically take 45 to 90 minutes to kick in, and they last longer, sometimes four to six hours. The key is starting low (5 to 10mg for newcomers) and giving it time. We have seen too many folks eat a second gummy because the first one “is not working” only to find out an hour later that both of them showed up at the same time. Patience is your co pilot here.

Delta 8 THC Products

Delta 8 has been a Go Green Botanicals favorite for years, and it remains available in gummies, tinctures, and oils. Delta 8 delivers a milder experience than Delta 9, often described as more relaxed and clear headed. If you are someone who found flower a bit intense at times, Delta 8 edibles might actually be a better fit for you than what you were using before.

Our 3Chi Comfortably Numb line continues to be one of the most popular picks for customers looking for deep relaxation and rest.

CBD and CBG Tinctures and Oils

Not everything has to be about the buzz. CBD and CBG tinctures are ideal for people who used hemp flower for wellness support rather than recreational enjoyment. A dropper of CBD oil under the tongue works with your body’s endocannabinoid system to help promote balance, and CBG adds its own layer of support that many customers describe as focused and uplifting.

These are the products that fit seamlessly into a morning routine or a wind down ritual at night. No psychoactive effects, no drug test concerns, just steady, consistent support.

THC Beverages

This category is growing fast across Texas. THC infused seltzers, lemonades, and teas offer something that gummies cannot: speed. Because liquids absorb through your stomach lining faster than solid edibles, many people feel effects within 15 to 30 minutes. They are also easy to dose, social, and refreshing.

If you used to enjoy passing a joint with friends on a Saturday afternoon, cracking open a THC seltzer might be the closest replacement experience out there.

Topicals and Capsules

For customers who came to hemp strictly for physical relief, topicals and capsules are worth a serious look. CBD and Delta 8 infused creams and balms can be applied directly to sore muscles, stiff joints, or tension spots. Capsules offer a no fuss way to get a consistent daily dose without thinking about flavor, timing, or technique.

A Quick Word About Quality

The new DSHS rules also brought stricter packaging, labeling, and testing requirements. That is actually good news for consumers. Every product on our shelves comes with third party lab results (Certificates of Analysis, or COAs) that verify exactly what is in it and what is not. Child resistant packaging is now required across the board, and we have been ahead of that curve from the start.

When you shop at Go Green Botanicals, you are buying from a team that reads every COA, knows every vendor, and will never put something on the shelf that we would not use ourselves.

What This Means for New Braunfels

We know this is a small town, and we know our customers by name. Some of you have been walking through our doors since we first opened, and some of you are finding us for the first time because your old shop closed or your go to product disappeared. Either way, we are glad you are here.

The legal hemp landscape in Texas is still evolving. There are active lawsuits challenging the DSHS rules, and the courts may have more to say before this chapter is finished. We are watching those developments closely and will keep you updated.

In the meantime, legal THC products in Texas are not going anywhere. The format changed, but the relief, the relaxation, and the wellness support you count on are still right here in New Braunfels, waiting for you.

Stop by or see the online store for our full selection of legal THC edibles, Delta 8 products, CBD oils, and more.  We offer same day delivery in the New Braunfels area and ship across Texas.

Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Always consult your physician before starting any new supplement. Products containing Delta 9 THC or Delta 8 THC may cause a positive drug test result.