CBD Soft Gels: Strain-Specific Wellness You Won’t Find Anywhere Else
Most CBD soft gels are identical. Full spectrum hemp extract, a gelatin capsule, maybe some MCT oil to fill the gap. Every brand sells essentially the same product with a different label. Diesel Hemp’s CBD soft gels are built differently — three strain-specific formulas, each derived from our own in-house proprietary cultivars, each delivering a distinct wellness experience. Cherry Abacus for calm focus. Lemon Abacus for uplifting energy. Pinot G for deep relaxation.
If you’ve ever wondered why CBD affects people differently, terpenes are a big part of the answer. These soft gels give you strain-specific terpene profiles in a precisely dosed, easy-to-swallow format.
What Are CBD Soft Gels?
CBD soft gels are gelatin or vegan capsules filled with hemp-derived CBD oil. Unlike gummies, which use a pectin or gelatin base that can degrade cannabinoids during processing, soft gels encapsulate the oil directly — protecting the cannabinoid and terpene content until digestion. They’re tasteless, odorless, discreet, and pre-dosed, making them one of the simplest ways to add CBD to a daily wellness routine.
Diesel Hemp’s soft gels are vegan — plant-based capsules, no animal gelatin. Each capsule contains 25mg of full-spectrum CBD (measured as CBDa + CBD total), along with naturally occurring minor cannabinoids, terpenes, and trace amounts of THC (under 0.3% per capsule).
What Makes Diesel Hemp’s CBD Soft Gels Different
Strain-Specific Oil — Not Generic Extract
Every Diesel Hemp CBD soft gel is made with oil from a specific, named cultivar that we bred and grow in-house. The extract isn’t just “full spectrum hemp” — it’s Cherry Abacus oil, or Lemon Abacus oil, or Pinot G oil. Each strain has a distinct terpene profile, and those terpenes shape the character of the experience. This is strain-specific wellness — a concept well understood in cannabis dispensaries but almost entirely absent from the CBD softgel market.
Non-Decarboxylated, Non-Winterized Extract
Most CBD brands heat-process (decarboxylate) their oil and then winterize it to remove waxes and lipids. Both processes are convenient for manufacturing but destroy a significant portion of the terpenes and delicate minor cannabinoids that make full-spectrum extract effective.
We don’t. Our extract is not decarboxylated and not winterized — it’s a true whole-plant extract processed as minimally as possible to preserve every active compound. The result is a genuinely full-spectrum oil that retains the natural synergy of the plant, including terpenes that most brands have cooked off.
Piperine for Enhanced Bioavailability
Each Diesel Hemp soft gel contains a small amount of Piperine Oil — a compound derived from black pepper that has been shown to enhance the bioavailability of a wide range of supplements. Piperine inhibits certain metabolic enzymes that would otherwise break down cannabinoids before they reach the bloodstream, allowing more of the CBD to actually be absorbed. It’s a small addition that makes a meaningful difference in how much you get out of each capsule.
Diesel Hemp’s Three CBD Soft Gel Strains
Three proprietary cultivars. Three wellness profiles. All $19 for a 30-count bottle, 25mg per soft gel.
Cherry Abacus™ CBD Soft Gels — $19 | 25mg | 30 count | Calm + Focus. Cherry Abacus™ is a Diesel Hemp in-house cultivar: Original Cherry × Original Abacus™. The terpene profile is sweet cherry and wild berry with a relaxing but invigorating character — calming without being sedating. This is the everyday wellness formula: take one in the morning or midday to support focus and reduce mental noise without losing energy.
Lemon Abacus™ CBD Soft Gels — $19 | 25mg | 30 count | Uplift + Energy. Lemon Abacus™ is a Diesel Hemp in-house cultivar: Lemon Haze × Original Abacus™. The terpene profile is bright, tangy lemon with an invigorating, energizing character. This is the uplifting formula — best taken in the morning or before activity when you want a mood and energy lift without caffeine jitters.
Pinot G™ CBD Soft Gels — $19 | 25mg | 30 count | Relax + Recovery. Pinot G™ comes from our Grape Abacus™ cultivar (Cherry Abacus™ × Abacus 2.0™). The terpene profile is fresh, crisp, and floral — white grape, apple, orange blossom, basil, and hops. Naturally suited for joint and mobility support, relaxation, and end-of-day recovery. This is the evening formula or the post-workout recovery option.
All three soft gels use the same base formula — same capsule, same piperine, same extraction process — the only difference is the strain-specific oil inside. You’re choosing the terpene experience, not a different product tier.
CBD Soft Gels vs. CBD Gummies vs. CBD Oil Tinctures
Soft gels protect the oil until digestion, deliver a precise dose, and are tasteless and odorless. Onset is 45–2 hours as the capsule dissolves and is absorbed through the digestive tract. Effects typically last 4–8 hours. Best for consistent daily use and people who prefer no taste.
CBD gummies are chewed and partially absorbed through the mouth before digestion continues in the stomach. Our CBD gummies also use strain-specific Cherry Abacus extract and deliver 20mg per piece.
CBD oil tinctures taken sublingually (under the tongue) absorb directly into the bloodstream within 15–30 minutes, bypassing first-pass liver metabolism. They offer the fastest onset and most flexible dosing but require more precision and have a distinctive hemp taste.
Soft gels win on convenience, consistency, and discretion. If you want to take your CBD like a supplement — bottle in the cabinet, one capsule with breakfast — soft gels are the right format.
Does CBD Get You High?
No. CBD (cannabidiol) is non-psychoactive. It does not bind strongly to the CB1 receptors in your brain the way THC does, and it does not produce intoxication or impairment. Each Diesel Hemp soft gel contains trace amounts of THC (under 0.3% per capsule) as part of the full-spectrum extract, but not at any level that would produce a high.
What CBD does do: many users report genuine relaxation, reduced anxious thoughts, physical comfort, and improved sleep quality, though individual responses vary and none of these are FDA-evaluated medical claims.
How to Take CBD Soft Gels
Take one soft gel with a glass of water, ideally with a small amount of food. Fat helps CBD absorb — a light meal with healthy fats (avocado, nuts, olive oil) enhances absorption. The piperine in each capsule also works best when paired with food.
Onset is typically 45 minutes to 2 hours. Don’t redose prematurely — the delayed onset of an oral supplement is normal. Start with one capsule daily and assess over 7–10 days before adjusting. CBD accumulates in the endocannabinoid system over time, so consistent daily use produces better results than occasional dosing.
When to take each strain: Cherry Abacus in the morning for daily calm and focus. Lemon Abacus pre-workout or in the morning for uplift. Pinot G in the evening or after activity for relaxation and recovery.
Is CBD Legal?
Yes. Hemp-derived CBD products containing less than 0.3% delta-9 THC by dry weight are federally legal under the 2018 Farm Bill. All Diesel Hemp CBD soft gels meet this standard and are third-party lab tested for compliance.
Will CBD Soft Gels Make You Fail a Drug Test?
Possibly. While CBD itself is not typically screened for in standard drug tests, full-spectrum CBD products contain trace amounts of THC. In rare cases, accumulated THC metabolites can trigger a positive result, particularly with high doses or frequent use. If you are subject to drug testing, consult your employer’s policy or choose a broad-spectrum (THC-free) option. These soft gels are full-spectrum and do contain trace THC.
How to Store CBD Soft Gels
Store in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight and heat. The child-proof bottle with heat induction tamper seal protects the product until first opening. Once opened, keep the cap sealed tightly. Shelf life is typically 12–18 months from production. Do not freeze — cold temperatures can affect the oil consistency inside the capsule.
Red Flags When Buying CBD Soft Gels
Watch for: no COA or lab results with matching batch numbers; “full spectrum” claims with no terpene information listed; generic hemp extract with no strain information; artificial flavors or colors in the capsule fill; wildly cheap pricing that suggests hemp biomass rather than quality flower-derived extract; no GMP manufacturing certification; no piperine or absorption-enhancing ingredient (a sign of a bare-minimum formula).
Ready to Find Your Formula?
Diesel Hemp’s strain-specific CBD soft gels are $19 for 30 count — 25mg each, vegan, made in Colorado, third-party tested. Choose Cherry Abacus for calm focus, Lemon Abacus for uplifting energy, or Pinot G for relaxation and recovery.
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Also check out our CBD flower if you prefer to smoke your wellness, or our CBD pre-rolls for the same in-house strains in pre-roll form.