GBL Guide: How to Use the LEVO Oil Infuser – Dosage & Cannabis Oil Infusion Cheat Sheet

Getting the dosage right is often the difference between an enjoyable experience and an unpredictable one. Too strong, and your edibles may feel overwhelming. Too weak, and you may not achieve the desired effect. That's where this Cannabis Oil Infusion Cheat Sheet comes in.

Using a precision infuser like the LĒVO II or LĒVO Lux helps remove much of the guesswork by providing controlled temperatures, repeatable infusion settings, and easy-to-use potency tools. Whether you're infusing olive oil, butter, or honey, understanding how much cannabis flower to use can help you create more reliable results from batch to batch.

In this GBL LĒVO Infusion Guide, you'll learn how to calculate potency, estimate THC per serving, and build a foundation for creating homemade infusions with greater confidence.

In this GBL’s Levo Infusion Guide, you’ll learn exactly how to use the LEVO oil infuser to: 

• Calculate potency and measure the right amount of cannabis flower
• Infuse 2 cups of olive oil with 2 mg THC per tablespoon, and
• Create 12 brownies infused with 5 mg THC each

—all with reliable, repeatable outcomes using your LĒVO infuser. You’ll also see how the same dosing math applies when making cannabis-infused honey, so your recipes stay balanced, delicious, and accurate from batch to batch.

(For more background on dosing and infusion science, see GBL’s How to Make CBD Oil and What Is a Decarboxylator? guides.)

Listen & Learn: This article complements Just Say KNOW with Maria – Episode 26: Flower Infusion 101, where we discuss the fundamentals of cannabis flower infusions, dosage planning, and practical techniques for creating more consistent homemade edibles.

Why Use a LĒVO for Cannabis Oil, Butter, or Honey Infusions

If you’ve ever tried making cannabis butter on the stovetop or steeping herbs in a crockpot, you know how unpredictable it can be — messy, smelly, and easy to overheat. Traditional methods make it hard to control temperature and consistency, often resulting in uneven potency and wasted flower⁵.

The LĒVO oil infuser changes all that by simplifying the science behind infusion ^{1 2}. Here’s why it’s become a favorite among both home herbalists and culinary creators:

1. Precise Temperature & Time Control

Cannabinoids like THC and CBD activate and extract best within specific temperature ranges. LĒVO’s digital controls keep that range steady, so you never risk under- or over-infusing. 

Built-in tools, such as the LĒVO Potency Calculator ¹ and Time & Temp Calculator ², act as a built-in cannabis infusion calculator or THC mg calculator, helping you customize potency for each recipe with lab-level accuracy.

(For beginners, GBL’s How to Decarb Weed explains activation temperatures in detail.)

2. Odor-Free & Easy Cleanup

Unlike stovetop infusions that fill the kitchen with strong aromas, LĒVO’s sealed chamber keeps scents contained and prevents spills. Its removable silicone pod and dishwasher-safe parts make cleanup quick — perfect for home cooks who value precision without the mess.

3. Versatile & Customizable Infusions

From olive oil and ghee to coconut oil and honey, LĒVO supports nearly any base. You can add botanicals like rosemary, citrus peel, or lavender to create unique layered flavors. This makes it easy to craft everything from savory drizzles to soothing cannahoney blends ^{2 3}.

4. Consistent Results Every Time

Once you dial in your ratios, you can repeat the process with the same reliable potency every time. Infusion efficiency typically averages 70–80%, ensuring predictable results whether you’re microdosing for wellness or preparing holiday gift baskets ^{4 5}.

5. Modern Simplicity Meets Old-World Craft

Infusing herbs into fats or sweeteners is a centuries-old tradition, but the LĒVO modernizes it with precision engineering. It combines traditional herbal craft with cutting-edge technology, letting you bring the art and science of infusion together at home.

(See GBL’s Cannabutter Recipe for another hands-on example.)

How to Calculate How Much Cannabis You Need: THC Calculator & Edible Dosing Chart

Once you know your potency goal, it’s time to do the math. Don’t worry — it’s simpler than it sounds. Once you’ve done it once, you’ll be able to apply the same logic to any recipe, whether you’re making infused olive oil, butter, or honey.

(For more background, check out our GBL guides How to Make CBD Oil and What Is a Decarboxylator?)

Step 1 – Know Your Flower’s THC Percentage

Every batch of cannabis flower has its own potency, expressed as a percentage of THC.

For example, a 20 % THC flower contains about 200 mg of THC per gram (since 1 g = 1000 mg × 0.20 THC = 200 mg).

If your flower tests higher or lower, your total THC per gram changes accordingly.
That number will serve as your baseline for all subsequent calculations.

(You can use the official LĒVO Potency Calculator ¹ to cross-check your math.)

Step 2 – Account for Infusion Efficiency

Not all the THC in your flower transfers perfectly into your oil, butter, or honey — even precision machines like the LĒVO II and LĒVO Lux average 70–80 % efficiency.

For example, if you start with 200 mg THC per gram and your efficiency is 75 %, you’ll end up with about 150 mg THC infused per gram.

Formula: THC mg per gram × Infusion Efficiency (%) = THC infused per gram

(Use the LĒVO Time & Temp Calculator ² for time and temperature guidance, or compare other infusion tools like the Hempster Edible Dosage Calculator ⁴.)

Step 3 – Do the Math

Now that you know how much THC is available per gram, determine how many milligrams you need in your total infusion volume.

Example A – Olive Oil (2 cups = 32 tablespoons)

Target Potency	Volume	Total THC Needed	THC per Gram (20 %)	Infusion Efficiency (75 %)	Flower Required
2 mg THC / tbsp	2 cups = 32 tbsp	64 mg THC total	200 mg	150 mg	0.43 g

You’ll need just under ½ gram (0.43 g) of 20 % THC flower to make 2 cups of olive oil that delivers 2 mg THC per tablespoon.

(Adjust upward for weaker flower or lower efficiency.)

Example B – Brownies (12 servings × 5 mg THC each)

Target Potency	Servings	Total THC Needed	THC per Gram (20 %)	Infusion Efficiency (75 %)	Flower Required
5 mg THC / brownie	12 brownies	60 mg THC total	200 mg	150 mg	0.40 g

You’ll need ≈ 0.4 g of decarbed flower for ½ cup of infused oil used in your brownie recipe — delivering about 5 mg THC per piece.

Step 4 – Adjust for Real-Life Variables

Flower THC %	Efficiency	Goal THC per Tbsp	Flower Needed
15 %	75 %	2 mg	0.57 g
20 %	75 %	2 mg	0.43 g
25 %	75 %	2 mg	0.34 g
20 %	75 %	5 mg	1.07 g

Pro Tip: For fast conversions, use Project CBD’s Dosing Guide ³ or the VeriLife Edibles Dosing Guide ⁵ alongside your LĒVO calculators for a full picture of potency planning.

(You can also explore GBL’s Cannabutter Recipe and How to Decarb Weed for more examples of these calculations in action.)

Quick Reference: GBL Cannabis Infusion Cheat Sheet

When infusing cannabis oil, butter, or honey, accurate dosing starts with knowing three key things:

1. Your flower’s THC percentage,
2. Your target potency, and
3. Your device’s infusion efficiency (LĒVO averages around 70–80 %).

Below is a quick reference edible dosing chart for typical home infusions — from mellow oils to moderate edibles — using 20 % THC flower and 75 % efficiency as the baseline. You can treat it as a ready-made cannabis infusion calculator you can glance at anytime.

Potency & Flower Requirements for Common Infusions

Recipe Goal	Batch Volume / Servings	Target THC Dose	Total THC Needed	Infusion Efficiency	Flower (20 % THC)
Olive Oil – 2 mg THC / Tbsp	2 cups (32 Tbsp)	2 mg / Tbsp	64 mg THC total	75 %	0.43 g
Olive Oil – 5 mg THC / Tbsp	2 cups (32 Tbsp)	5 mg / Tbsp	160 mg THC total	75 %	1.07 g
Brownies – 12 servings	½ cup oil in recipe	5 mg / serving	60 mg THC total	75 %	0.40 g
Cannabutter – Moderate strength	1 cup butter	4 mg / tsp	192 mg THC total	75 %	1.28 g
Cannahoney – Light microdose	1 cup honey	1 mg / tsp	48 mg THC total	75 %	0.32 g

(Use the LĒVO Potency Calculator ¹ and LĒVO Time & Temp Calculator ² to fine-tune these estimates based on your specific oil or honey batch.)

Adjusting for Stronger or Weaker Flower

THC % of Flower	Efficiency (%)	THC / Tbsp Goal	Flower Needed (approx.)
15 % THC	75 %	2 mg / Tbsp	0.57 g
20 % THC	75 %	2 mg / Tbsp	0.43 g
25 % THC	75 %	2 mg / Tbsp	0.34 g
20 % THC	75 %	5 mg / Tbsp	1.07 g

(For quick conversions and dosage math, see Project CBD’s Dosing Guide ³ or Hempster’s Edible Dosage Calculator ⁴.)

How to Use the Chart

1. Choose your recipe type – oil, butter, honey, or baked edible.
2. Find your target potency (e.g., 2 mg per Tbsp or 5 mg per brownie).
3. Match your flower potency to the nearest percentage.
4. Weigh out your cannabis flower (round up slightly for potency loss).
5. Infuse at the correct temperature and time — around 160 °F / 71 °C for oil or butter, and 105–115 °F / 40–46 °C for honey ².

(See GBL’s Cannabutter Recipe and How to Make CBD Oil for full step-by-step infusions.)

How the LĒVO Works: Step-by-Step Infusion Guide

If you’ve ever wondered how the LĒVO oil infuser works or searched for a simple levo infuser how-to use walkthrough — this is your go-to guide. The LĒVO Oil Infuser is a smart kitchen appliance that transforms the traditional infusion process into an easy, mess-free science. Whether you’re making cannabis oil, cannabutter, or cannahoney, the LĒVO helps you infuse with confidence and consistent dosage every time.

Why Consistency Matters

When infusing cannabis, even small variations in temperature or timing can change your final potency. The LĒVO’s built-in precision heating system and digital controls remove the guesswork — ensuring your infusions stay consistent from batch to batch. That means every tablespoon of oil or butter delivers the same predictable potency — a game changer for anyone making edibles at home.

Step-by-Step: How to Use the LĒVO Oil Infuser

Here’s a quick levo infusion guide and summary of the levo oil infuser instructions for beginners:

1. Decarb or Activate Your Flower
   Use the LĒVO’s Activate cycle to gently heat cannabis flower at the right temperature to convert THCA into active THC or CBDA into CBD.
   (Learn more in GBL’s What Is a Decarboxylator?.)
   
2. Add Ingredients to the Herb Pod
   Place your decarbed cannabis, herbs, or botanicals in the Herb Pod, which keeps plant matter separate from your infusion base (oil, butter, or honey).
   
3. Choose Your Infusion Base
   Add your desired base — like olive oil, coconut oil, or ghee — to the reservoir. Each oil absorbs cannabinoids differently, allowing you to tailor flavor and potency.
   
4. Set Temperature and Time
   Use the digital interface to select your ideal infusion settings. LĒVO maintains steady heat and time, giving you full control. No boiling, no stirring, no risk of scorching.
   
5. Infuse and Strain Automatically
   Once your cycle completes, the LĒVO automatically separates the infused oil from the botanicals. No messy filters or cheesecloths needed.
   
6. Use the Potency & THC Calculator for Dosing
   Before pouring your infusion, use the built-in cannabis infusion calculator and THC mg calculator available through LĒVO’s online tools ^{1 2}.
   You can quickly see your THC per tablespoon or serving size — ideal for building your own edible dosing chart at home.
   
7. Store and Label
   Pour your infusion into jars, label with date, strain, and potency (e.g., “2 mg THC per tbsp”), and store in a cool, dark place for long-lasting freshness.

LĒVO Benefits at a Glance

Feature	Benefit for Cannabis Infusions
Precise temperature control	Protects cannabinoids from overheating or degradation
Built-in THC calculator	Ensures accurate potency in every batch
Consistent results	Reliable, repeatable dosage for oil, butter, or honey
No mess or odor	Self-contained pod and sealed design
Easy cleanup	Dishwasher-safe components and stainless-steel pod
Educational tools	Integrated cannabis infusion calculator 1 and infusion charts guide dosing decisions

Pro Tip for Perfect Dosing

Record your infusion settings and flower potency each time you infuse. Over a few batches, you’ll build your own personalized edible dosing chart — giving you total control over strength, flavor, and consistency - from mild microdoses to more robust therapeutic infusions.

Pro Tips for Using the LĒVO Infuser Efficiently

Always Decarboxylate First

Before infusing, activate your cannabis flower so its cannabinoids can bind to fats or sugars. This process, called decarboxylation, converts inactive THCA into THC. If you skip this step, your infusion will be weaker — or may not deliver noticeable effects.
Use the Activate setting on your LĒVO II or LĒVO Lux or bake in a covered dish at 240 °F (116 °C) for 30–45 minutes.

(Learn more in GBL’s How to Decarb Weed and What Is a Decarboxylator?)

Infuse Low & Slow

Cannabinoids are sensitive to heat — higher isn’t better. Lower temperatures preserve potency and flavor.

Recommended Settings

• Oil & Butter: 160 °F (71 °C) for 1½–2 hours
• Honey: 105–115 °F (40–46 °C) for 2–4 hours
• Efficiency: Expect about 70–80 % transfer rate ²

(Check the LĒVO Time & Temp Calculator ² to fine-tune by oil type and flower strength.)

Label Your Infusions Clearly

After infusing your oil, butter, or honey, label each jar with:

• Type of base (olive oil, ghee, honey, etc.)
• Strain / Potency (e.g., “20 % THC @ 75 % efficiency”)
• Date made and estimated dose (e.g., “2 mg THC per Tbsp”)

Labeling keeps your kitchen safe and organized — especially if storing near non-infused ingredients.

Store in a Cool, Dark Place

Light and heat degrade cannabinoids over time. Store infused oils and honey in airtight glass jars in a cool cupboard or refrigerator.

Shelf Life:

• Infused oil/butter lasts up to 3 months (refrigerated).
• Infused honey can last up to 6 months (room temp or fridge) — its natural sugars help preserve cannabinoids.

(See GBL’s How to Make CBD Oil for additional storage tips.)

Know Your Dose Before You Cook

When baking with infused oil or butter, heat and portion size affect potency. THC degrades around 320 °F (160 °C), so bake below 350 °F to retain cannabinoids ⁵.

Use your LĒVO calculator ¹ or the VeriLife Edibles Dosing Guide ⁵ to adjust your math for recipe size.

(For more ways to use your infusions, try GBL’s How to Make Weed Gummies.)

Taste & Tweak

Start with mild doses and test recipes before scaling up. You can always increase strength by adjusting flower weight or infusion time, but you can’t undo a too-strong batch.

Consistency builds confidence — and that’s what turns your home kitchen into your best cannabis lab.

Conclusion: Infuse Smart, Enjoy Responsibly

Making your own cannabis-infused oil, butter, or honey isn’t just about crafting edibles — it’s about understanding them. When you learn to calculate potency, control temperature, and respect dosage, you transform cannabis from a mystery into a mindful, culinary ingredient.

Precision tools like the LĒVO II or LĒVO Lux make this process easier than ever, but knowledge is what turns an infusion into a skill. Every measured step helps you become a more confident, informed creator. 

Whether you’re making a soothing cannahoney for tea, olive oil for savory meals, or butter for baking, your ability to infuse with intention ensures both consistency and enjoyment.

At Green Bee Life, we believe education is empowerment. By learning to infuse responsibly, you’re not just making edibles — you’re redefining wellness through informed choice, creativity, and connection.

So go ahead, set your LĒVO, measure mindfully, and savor the satisfaction of making something you know and trust.

Why Consistency Matters

The most successful home infusions aren't necessarily the strongest—they're the most predictable.

By understanding flower potency, infusion efficiency, serving size, and dosage calculations, you can make informed adjustments from one batch to the next. Whether you're creating a lightly infused olive oil, a batch of brownies, or a seasonal cannahoney recipe, consistency helps transform cannabis cooking from guesswork into a repeatable culinary skill.

LĒVO FAQs: Common Questions About Using Your Infuser & Dosage

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• How flower potency affects your final infusion
• Why carrier oils, butter, and honey behave differently
• Common infusion mistakes that impact strength and consistency
• How to calculate serving sizes with greater confidence
• Practical techniques for creating more predictable results from batch to batch

Whether you're new to home infusions or looking to refine your process, this workshop will help you infuse with greater confidence, control, and consistency.

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