Yes to Cannabis Jerky, but Worries Persist

When Colorado legalized sales and use of marijuana for recreational purposes in 2014, Aspen was right there. You can find stores within a block of city hall, with restrictions little different than those imposed on liquor stores.

But in unincorporated Pitkin County, elected officials have been hesitant. Their concerns are rooted in lingering questions about unintended consequences of THC-infused edibles. Their particular worry is about edibles getting into the hands ­— and mouths — of children and adolescents.

Several months ago, the county commissioners flat-out said no to a local woman who wanted to infuse candy products at a kitchen located just outside the town.

Now, they've said yes to a business that intends to infuse THC into buffalo jerky, selling it under the name Cannabis Queen Jerky. But the entrepreneur will have to take many extra steps, according to reports in the Aspen Daily News and the Aspen Times.

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