Share The alcohol-free movement is getting a boost in Chicago, thanks to a pair of comedians associated with a different kind of buzz. The duo Cheech & Chong, known for their albums and movies of stoner humor, are in town this week to celebrate weed culture in Chicago and promote High & Dry, their new THC-infused non-alcoholic seltzer. Their new drink is all about providing access to and changing the public’s perception of marijuana.
“We’re not kids anymore and we have a hard time — at least I do have a hard time — just getting around because of my age and all that, and the seltzer allows us, allows anybody, to have that same beautiful feeling,” Chong, 86, said. Courtesy of Cheech and Chong “It’s a sensible alternative to alcohol,” he added, noting that the seltzers are made with one key ingredient all humans need: water. The seltzers come in four flavors: Grapefruit Twist, Magic Mule, Citrus Sunrise and Raspberry Highball.
Each seltzer contains five milligrams of THC, or 30 milligrams per six-pack. “We’re in the business of selling our own beautiful tasting water,” Chong said. “I learned real early in my career that the healthiest people on the planet smoke weed.
” He noted NBA Hall of Famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, “who played way past his prime,” and actor Arnold Schwarzenegger “who wouldn’t even drink a 7-Up,” as two examples. Both Cheech and Chong said they were proud of the progress made in legalization legislation in Illinois, especiall.