CBG and CBD Together: A Guide to CBG CBD Tinctures (2026)

Last updated: October 2026.

More people are now taking CBG alongside CBD, either as a combined “CBG CBD tincture” or as two separate oils. If you are wondering whether combining them makes sense, how to take them, and what the evidence actually says, this guide is for you.

The short answer

• CBD (cannabidiol) and CBG (cannabigerol) are both non-intoxicating hemp cannabinoids.
• A CBG CBD tincture contains both, taken as drops under the tongue.
• The evidence for combining them is limited. The popular “entourage effect” idea is a theory, not an established fact.
• A sensible approach: start with one, add the other gradually, and keep a note of how you feel.

CBD and CBG: a quick refresher

	CBD	CBG
Full name	Cannabidiol	Cannabigerol
Amount in hemp	Often the main cannabinoid	Usually under 1%
Causes a high?	No	No
Research	Large body, including many human trials	Early, mostly lab and animal studies
Cost per mg	Lower	Higher

For more detail, read our guide: what is CBG oil?.

What is a tincture?

Traditionally, a tincture is a herbal extract made with alcohol. Today, most CBD and CBG “tinctures” are actually oils: a hemp extract blended into a carrier oil such as hemp seed oil or MCT oil, taken in drops under the tongue. Either way, they are designed to be taken by mouth, never vaped.

Why do people combine CBG and CBD?

The idea usually comes from the “entourage effect”, a theory that cannabinoids and other hemp compounds work better together than on their own. It is an interesting idea and widely discussed, but it has not been well demonstrated in human studies, and results from lab research do not always translate to people.

In practice, people combine them for simpler reasons: they like the way each one feels at different times of day, or they want to try CBG without giving up a CBD routine that already suits them.

What does the research say?

CBD has been studied in many human trials, including safety studies at doses far higher than a food supplement. CBG has much less research, most of it in the lab or in animals, with only a few small human studies so far. There is very little research on taking the two together. So any claim that a CBG CBD combination is proven to do something specific goes beyond the evidence.

Combined tincture or two separate oils?

	Combined CBG CBD tincture	Separate CBD and CBG oils
Convenience	One bottle	Two bottles
Flexibility	Fixed ratio	Adjust each one independently
Timing	Same time for both	e.g. CBG in the morning, CBD in the evening
Knowing what suits you	Harder to tell which is doing what	Easier to judge each one

We sell CBD oil and CBG oil separately, so you can try each one and choose your own balance. For the skin, our Muscle & Joint Cream combines 1000mg of CBD with 500mg of CBG.

How to take CBG and CBD

• Start with one. If you already take CBD, keep your usual routine for a week before adding CBG.
• Add the second gradually. With a 20% CBG oil, 2 or 3 drops is a sensible start.
• Hold under the tongue for 60 to 90 seconds, then swallow.
• Keep a simple diary of what you take, when, and how you feel.
• Adjust slowly, one change at a time, a few days apart.

A common pattern is CBG in the morning or early afternoon and CBD in the evening, but there is no right answer. Choose a routine you can keep.

A sample daily routine

Time	What	Notes
Morning	2 to 3 drops of 20% CBG oil	Held under the tongue, with or after breakfast
Evening	5 drops of 10% CBD oil	30 to 60 minutes before you want to wind down
After exercise (optional)	CBD Muscle & Joint Cream	Massaged into the area, on unbroken skin

This is an example, not a prescription. Many people take only one of the two, and that is fine. Keep each change for at least a week before deciding whether it suits you.

What does it cost?

CBG is more expensive to produce than CBD because most hemp contains very little of it. At the time of writing, our CBG Oil 20% (2000mg) works out at about 6c per mg of CBG, compared with about 5c per mg for our CBD Oil 20%. Comparing cost per mg, rather than price per bottle, is the fairest way to judge value. Be wary of combined products that do not say how much of each cannabinoid they contain.

How CBG and CBD are made

Both start as EU-grown industrial hemp. The plant material is extracted, usually with CO2 or ethanol, to separate the cannabinoids. CBG-rich extracts come from hemp harvested earlier or bred to keep more CBG. Each extract is tested, measured and blended into a carrier oil at a set strength. Read more in CO2-extracted vs cold-pressed CBD oil.

Safety

Both CBD and CBG are processed by the liver and can interact with some medicines, including blood thinners. Speak to your GP or pharmacist before taking either if you take any medication. Neither is recommended for anyone under 18, or during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Do not drive until you know how they affect you. See CBD and blood thinners for more.

Who should be cautious?

• anyone taking prescription medicines, especially blood thinners, anti-epilepsy medicines or sedatives
• people with liver problems
• anyone under 18
• people who are pregnant, breastfeeding or trying to conceive
• people who drive or operate machinery for work, until they know how CBG and CBD affect them

If any of these apply, speak to your GP or pharmacist before starting.

How to choose a good CBG or CBD oil

• The amount of each cannabinoid in mg, per bottle and per drop.
• A lab report for the batch, showing the CBD and CBG content and the THC result.
• A real company with an Irish or EU address.
• No medical claims. A product promising to treat anxiety or any other condition is breaking the rules.
• A realistic price. CBG costs more to produce, so very cheap CBG products deserve suspicion.

Frequently asked questions

What is a CBG CBD tincture?

A CBG CBD tincture is an oil that contains both cannabigerol (CBG) and cannabidiol (CBD), taken in drops under the tongue. You can also take a CBD oil and a CBG oil separately.

Is it better to take CBG and CBD together?

There is no strong evidence either way. Some people like combining them; others prefer one. The best approach is to try one first, then add the other, so you know how each affects you.

What is the entourage effect?

It is a theory that cannabinoids and other hemp compounds work better together than alone. It is widely discussed but not well proven in people, so treat any claims based on it with caution.

How much CBG and CBD should I take?

Follow the labels. Many people start with 5 drops of a 10% CBD oil and 2 or 3 drops of a 20% CBG oil, keep it steady for a week and adjust slowly. Speak to your pharmacist first if you take medication.

Are CBG and CBD legal in Ireland?

Neither CBD nor CBG is listed as a controlled drug. Hemp extracts containing them fall under EU novel food rules, and any product containing THC can be treated as a controlled drug.

Do CBG and CBD cause a high?

No. Neither is intoxicating. As with any hemp product, check the lab report for THC.

Can I take CBG in the morning and CBD at night?

Yes, many people do exactly that. There are no fixed rules; choose a routine you can keep consistently.

Do you sell a product with both CBG and CBD?

Our Muscle & Joint Cream contains 1000mg of CBD and 500mg of CBG for use on the skin. For taking by mouth, we sell CBD and CBG oils separately so you can choose your own balance.

Can I mix CBG and CBD oil in the same dropper?

You can take them one after the other, but it is easier to track your amounts if you keep them separate. Do not mix oils into one bottle, as it makes the strength impossible to know.

Will CBG and CBD show up on a drug test?

Drug tests look for THC, not CBG or CBD. A product containing THC could cause a positive result, so check the lab report.

How long do CBG and CBD take to work?

Held under the tongue, most people notice them within 15 to 45 minutes. Many people find the effect more consistent after one to two weeks of daily use.

Is a higher CBG ratio better?

Not necessarily. There is no research showing an ideal ratio of CBG to CBD. Start with modest amounts of each and adjust based on how you feel.

Disclaimer: CBD is sold as a food supplement. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting a new supplement, especially if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding.