Professor Herb Blog

Every Halloween, kids (and plenty of adults) head out in costume, calling “Trick or treat!” and collecting bags of sweets. But this sugary ritual has a surprisingly deep history — and a modern, chill upgrade.

It all started over 2,000 years ago with the Celtic festival of Samhain, when people left out food to appease wandering spirits. Centuries later, during medieval times, families gave out “soul cakes” to those who prayed for the dead — an early version of trick-or-treating.

When Irish and Scottish immigrants brought these traditions to America, treats evolved from homemade goodies to mass-produced candy — especially after the 1950s, when candy companies turned Halloween into the sweet, colourful celebration we know today.

Now, a new kind of treat is making its way into the mix: CBD-infused goodies. While traditional sweets bring the sugar rush, CBD brings the calm — offering adults a way to unwind after the Halloween chaos. From CBD chocolates to relaxing gummies, these modern “treats” are redefining what it means to indulge during spooky season.

So whether you’re handing out candy or kicking back with a CBD caramel, you’re part of a centuries-old tradition — one that’s evolved from soul cakes to self-care.