CBG is also called the ‘mother cannabinoid’.
It’s acidic precursor, CBGA, is the precursor of major cannabinoids like CBD and THC.
After:
- reviewing 30+ CBG products, and,
- analyzing hundreds of anecdotal reports,
we conclude that CBG is the least sedative of cannabinoids.
In fact, CBG can have an energizing and uplifting effect, while keeping you grounded like CBD.
CBG is a great daytime cannabinoid. You can even combine it with other cannabinoids like CBD, for even better results.
Today you’re getting a list of the best CBG oil products on the market.
We have tested and reviewed 32 products on the following metrics:
- cannabinoid- and terpene-profiles,
- transparency of the brand,
- experienced effects,
- value,
- taste,
From these 32 products, we originally listed the 5 best ones. Updated October 2026: we re-checked lab reports, prices and availability, and added two Lazarus Naturals products:
Table of Contents
Comparison of the Best CBG Products
| Product |
NuLeaf Naturals
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Lazarus Naturals
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Lazarus Gummies
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Lazarus CBG Isolate
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranking | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| Ratings | 4.47/5 | 4.7/5 | 4.32/5 | 3.48/5 |
| CBD/$ | 0mg (14.1mg CBG) | 0mg (18.8mg CBG) | 16.7mg | 0mg (150mg CBG) |
| Minor cannabinoids + terpenes/$ | 2mg | 25.5mg | 20.8mg | 150mg |
| Cannabinoid-profileThe number of different cannabinoids present, and in what concentrations.: | ||||
| Terpene-profileThe number of different terpenes present, and in what concentrations: | ||||
| TransparencyBacked by 3rd-party lab-test reports? Transparent about where hemp is sourced?: | ||||
| ValueHow many CBD + minor cannabinoids and terpenes you get per dollar: | ||||
| Full-spectrum ratio | 0.14 | 1.36 | 1.16 | 0 |
| Read Review | NuLeaf Naturals | Lazarus Naturals | Lazarus Gummies | Lazarus CBG Isolate |
1. NuLeaf Naturals Full Spectrum Hemp CBG Oil
Pros and Cons
- One of the only full-spectrum CBG oils
- Made from organic Hemp grown in Colorado
- CBG is more uplifting than CBD, could be better for daytime
- Pricey
Cannabinoid-profile
While CBG isolate or distillate is easy to find…True full-spectrum CBG oil is hard to come by.
And while there are no studies that prove CBG is more effective when taken with other cannabinoids and terpenes, like is the case with CBD…
CBG probably acts similarly in this regard.
After reviewing dozens of CBG products, we came to the conclusion:
CBG is best used together with secondary cannabinoids and terpenes. It’s best used how CBG is found in nature. Hemp flower has hundreds of cannabinoids and terpenes inside it. CBG is never present in hemp flower as an isolated compound.
And when you’re talking about CBG oils that contain a wide variety of cannabinoids and terpenes…
NuLeaf Naturals CBG oil makes it to the top of the list.
This CBG oil has high concentrations of CBG (5.9%), but also has detectable levels of:
- CBD (0.19%);
- CBC (0.12%);
- CBN (0.12%);
- Delta-8 THC (0.12%), and;
- Terpenes (0.25%).
It’s a true CBG-dominant product. But compared to other CBG products, its chemical profile is much closer to that of a high-CBG hemp plant.
How do I get these numbers?
Well, a transparent cannabinoid brand publishes full lab-test reports on a batch-by-batch basis.
NuLeaf Naturals has been one of the most transparent cannabinoid brands for 5+ years.
By now, I have no issues blindly recommending NuLeaf Naturals products to anyone. I’ve checked and analyzed dozens of NuLeaf Naturals lab-test reports and can say with confidence:
This is the real deal.
Heads-up: Under a 2025 US federal law, from 11 December 2026 hemp products may contain at most 0.4 mg THC per container (Congressional Research Service). Full-spectrum products like this one are expected to be affected. If you’re buying after that date, choose NuLeaf’s Clarity Broad Spectrum (THC-free) CBD + CBG oil or #4 Lazarus Naturals’ CBG tincture on this list instead.
Up next…
2. Lazarus Naturals CBG:CBD Oil Tincture
Pros and Cons
- Truly full-spectrum with minor cannabinoids and terpenes
- Made from organic Hemp grown in Oregon
- Great value
- If you’re looking for uplifting effects, this tincture may be too sedating
Cannabinoid-profile
This tincture contains as much CBD as CBG.
It’s not a true CBG-dominant product.
But, it’s one of the few CBG products that have a good variety of additional cannabinoids and terpenes.
Any CBG product that has a wide variety of hemp-derived compounds, deserves a spot on our list.
Why?
Because there are so few of them!
Most CBG products contain one or two cannabinoids, and no terpenes. So they are less effective than products from NuLeaf Naturals or Lazarus Naturals.
Besides CBG (3.58%) and CBD (3.38%), this tincture has the following cannabinoids in it in detectable levels:
- CBC (0.22%);
- THC (0.16%).
The best part?
This CBG oil has the most hemp-derived terpenes of any CBG oil that we reviewed.
Specifically, it contains the following hemp-derived terpenes that may synergize with CBG:
- farnesene;
- a-Bisabolol;
- guaiol;
- b-Caryophyllene;
- humulene.
As you can see, this is not a CBG oil that’s bolstered with one or two terpenes. It contains a wide range of hemp-derived terpenes.
If we look at how much CBG you get for every dollar, it’s more than NuLeaf Naturals. Plus, this CBG oil has as much CBD in it as CBG. So it’s not the fairest of comparisons.
When we look at the total cannabinoids + terpenes you get per dollar, this is the most affordable option on the list.
A product that comes with a CBG:CBD ratio of 1:1 is slightly more sedative than a true CBG-dominant product.
Not as sedative as a CBD- or CBN-dominant product, but more sedative than pure CBG.
Heads-up: Under a 2025 US federal law, from 11 December 2026 hemp products may contain at most 0.4 mg THC per container (Congressional Research Service). Full-spectrum products like this one are expected to be affected. If you’re buying after that date, choose #4 Lazarus Naturals’ THC-free CBG tincture on this list instead.
Buy Lazarus Naturals CBG:CBD Oil
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3. Lazarus Naturals CBD+CBG Gummies
Pros and Cons
- Equal amounts of CBD and CBG
- Low price per mg
- Batch lab reports
- No terpene test
- Contains about 1.4mg THC per gummy (see the note below)
New on this list in October 2026.
These mixed-berry gummies combine 25mg of full-spectrum CBD with 25mg of CBG per gummy. A jar of 40 costs $60 and a pack of 10 costs $16 (checked October 20, 2026).
The certificate of analysis on the product page (batch ID48, SC Laboratories Oregon and Anresco Laboratories) shows per gummy: 27mg CBD, 28.7mg CBG, 1.1mg CBC and 1.36mg THC. Both main cannabinoids came in a little above the label, and the contaminant tests were within limits. There’s no terpene test.
Lazarus Naturals also runs an assistance program with up to 60% off for veterans, people with long-term disabilities and low-income households.
How we rated this: the scores are based on Lazarus Naturals’ product page and its published certificate of analysis (batch ID48), compared with the products on this list that we’ve reviewed hands-on.
Heads-up: Under a 2025 US federal law, from 11 December 2026 hemp products may contain at most 0.4 mg THC per container (Congressional Research Service). Full-spectrum products like these gummies are expected to be affected. If you’re buying after that date, choose a THC-free CBG product instead, such as #4 Lazarus Naturals’ CBG tincture on this list.
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4. Lazarus Naturals CBG Tincture 300mg/mL
Pros and Cons
- The most CBG per dollar on this list
- No THC detected
- Batch lab reports
- CBG isolate: no CBD, other cannabinoids or terpenes
- Very concentrated: one drop holds a lot of CBG
New on this list in October 2026.
This is pure CBG: an isolate tincture with 300mg of CBG per mL and no CBD, THC or terpenes. A flavorless 30mL bottle (9,000mg) costs $60 (checked October 20, 2026), so you get far more CBG per dollar than from any other product on this list.
The certificate of analysis on the product page (batch IG32, SC Laboratories Oregon and Anresco Laboratories) shows 308mg of CBG per mL (the label says 300mg) and no detectable THC, with the contaminant tests within limits.
It’s very concentrated, so measure carefully, and you can combine it with a CBD oil if you want both.
How we rated this: the scores are based on Lazarus Naturals’ product page and its published certificate of analysis (batch IG32), compared with the products on this list that we’ve reviewed hands-on.
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Frequently Asked Questions About CBG Oil
What’s the Difference Between CBD and CBG?
CBD and CBG are both hemp-derived cannabinoids.
The acidic form of CBG, CBGA, is the precursor cannabinoid of most other cannabinoids in their acidic form. This includes CBDA, which is the acidic form of CBD (1).
This means that CBGA can convert into CBDA.
You can conceptualize this process as follows:
- CBGA > CBDA
- CBGA > THCA
- CBGA > CBCA
Once this acidic form of the cannabinoid dries or gets heated, it decarboxylates. It transforms into the cannabinoids as we know them:
- CBDA > CBD
- THCA > THC
- CBCA > CBC
But CBGA can also convert into CBG.
What’s CBG Used For?
CBG has some similar effects to CBD. But CBG also has unique effects.
It interacts with some of the same receptor systems as CBD, but sometimes differently (2):
- CBG is cannabinoid 1 (CB1) and cannabinoid 2 (CB2) partial activator;
- CBG binds to and blocks the CB1 receptor;
- CBG activates and desensitizes a variety of TRPV (vanilloid) receptors;
- CBG is an inhibitor of AEA (anandamide) reuptake;
- CBG is an inhibitor of GABA uptake;
- CBG binds and blocks the activity of the 5HTA1 serotonin receptor. This is unique to CBG, for example, CBD is an activator of the 5HTA1 serotonin receptor;
- CBG is a potent activator of α-2 adrenoceptor (this is unique to CBG).
Activation of the α-2 adrenoceptor improves of impaired prefrontal cortex function (3).
Prefrontal cortex impairment is a common occurrence with:
- aging,
- attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD),
- tic disorders,
- post-traumatic stress disorder, and,
- dementia.
CBG’s unique activity at the 5HTA1 serotonin receptor is thought to be responsible for its anti-depressant effects.
In lab and animal studies, CBG has shown anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, neuroprotective and antidepressant-like effects. Because it acts differently from CBD at the α-2 adrenoceptor and the 5-HT1A receptor, it may turn out to be more useful than CBD for some conditions, but that hasn’t been tested in people yet.
CBG may interact with prescription medicines like traditional anti-depressant and anti-anxiety medicines. Both CBG and anti-anxiety medicines work on the 5HTA1 serotonin receptor. You may experience unexpected side effects when combining CBG with prescription medicines. Always consult with your physician if you plan to take CBG.
CBG seems to be more energizing and uplifting than CBD. CBG is probably the least sedative cannabinoid we have tested.
What Does the Research Say About CBG in People?
Most CBG research has been done in cells and animals, but the first human studies are now out:
- Anxiety and stress: in a placebo-controlled trial with 34 healthy adults, a single 20 mg dose of CBG reduced anxiety and, shortly after dosing, stress. It also slightly improved verbal memory, without making people feel high or impaired (4).
- What users report: in a survey of 127 people using CBG-dominant cannabis, the most common reasons were anxiety, chronic pain, depression and poor sleep, and most said it helped. The most common side effects were dry mouth, sleepiness, increased appetite and dry eyes (5). A survey can’t prove that CBG works, but it shows what to test next.
Some of the researchers behind these studies have disclosed ties to companies that work with cannabinoids. Until bigger trials are done, treat CBG as promising rather than proven.
How Much CBG Should I Use?
We experience good effects with 50-60mg of CBG.
If you’re taking a CBG + CBD combination product, take as much so that the total dose of cannabinoids is 50-60mg. That can mean 25mg CBG and 25mg CBD, for example.
But again:
These are not official dosage guidelines. It’s just what we experience when taking CBG oil products.
What Are CBG’s Side Effects?
CBG interacts with some of the same receptor systems as prescription medicines. So CBG can interact with various of these drugs.
Other than that, the side effects of CBG in humans haven’t been well researched. We currently don’t know if CBG has any long-term side effects.
Anecdotally, I can tell you if I use too much CBG at night I can have some trouble falling asleep.
Therefore, if you plan on using CBG during the night, I highly recommend combining it with CBD or CBN.
Does CBG Oil Show Up on a Drug-Test?
If you take CBG oil in the form of a full spectrum extract that contains some THC, you could fail a drug test. Why? Because drug tests always screen for THC.
However:
CBG itself doesn’t get screened for, neither does CBG convert to THC inside your body. Because the pathways necessary for conversion aren’t present inside your body. Therefore if you use a broad-spectrum or isolate product, you won’t fail a drug test.
If you want to avoid THC:
It’s important with any cannabinoid product, to make sure to always use a product that’s backed by a third-party lab-test report. So you always know exactly whether and how much THC you’re ingesting.
What’s Next…
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