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Two national trends are converging to grow an already massive cannabis market in the U.S. Cannabis edible sales are booming, and traditional companies seemingly race to turn every supplement they can into a gummy candy. From vitamins to fiber and pharmaceuticals, gummies are having a moment.

While there are plenty of options when it comes to edibles, like cookies, chocolates, caramels, and mints, gummies are king. Seattle-based cannabis market intelligence firm Headset predicts that sales of edibles will hit $3 billion in 2022, and nearly three-quarters of those sales (71%) will be gummies.

So, it’s no shocker that gummies dominate a list of the top-reviewed cannabis edibles in the U.S. 

There are currently no actual central marketplaces where people can buy cannabis products and then rate or review them. And with cannabis being an especially fractured market thanks to its federally illegal status and each state having its own rules and product availability, there’s also no national “Amazon” of weed where we can find customer ratings. 

To find the top-reviewed cannabis edibles in the U.S., we looked at the only metric we can: how patients and customers rate cannabis edibles with their dollars. We turned to two intelligence firms plugged into point-of-sale systems nationwide for that data: Headset and Colorado-based intelligence firm BDSA. 

Three companies, two focused solely on cannabis gummies, currently dominate the game, racing to reach as many states as possible. They each offer many options when it comes to flavors and technology. In fact, nearly every slot in the top-selling products in legal states (except Washington) Headset analyzed is taken by some flavor or product made by one of these brands.

And between the three, they cover most of the 19 legal adult-use states and some medical-only ones.

These are the top-rated cannabis edibles across the U.S.

Wyld

This Oregon-based juggernaut is laser-focused on gummies—a product that Forbes calls “The Edible That Devoured America.” Wyld offers traditional flavors like raspberry and strawberry and less-common huckleberry and marionberry. It’s quickly establishing itself as the “it” cannabis edibles brand. 

You can buy Wyld in Oregon, Colorado, California, Arizona, Nevada, Michigan, and Washington.

Kiva

California-based Kiva’s slogan is “Cannabis confections you can count on.” The wide variety of products it sells proves that out. With chocolate bars in flavors like birthday cake and s’mores; mints with names like Tart Cherry and Blackberry CBN; espresso-, blueberry- and peppermint-flavored chocolate “bites;” and a line of chews, there’s bound to be something you’ll like. Oh, and did we mention they also make top-selling gummies?

Kiva is sold in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, Ohio, and Oklahoma.

Wana Brands

This Colorado-based giant is expanding quickly with its unique lines of gummies. That’s probably why it’s among customers’ top choices, according to Headset and BDSA. Sure, Wana sells traditional “indica” or “sativa” gummies in flavors like strawberry, watermelon, and the always popular “assorted flavors.” It’s also a pioneer in fast-acting technology that allows for the quicker onset of the cannabis “high” meant to mimic the feeling of smoking cannabis flower. It also released a gummies line made with live rosin. This unique concentrate is made by freezing the entire cannabis plant and extracting its cannabinoids and terpenes through a heating process with no solvents. Wana Brands strongly focuses on cannabinoids, with a line of CBD-only gummies and THC gummies fortified with CBD and other cannabinoids. 

Wana Brands has the largest footprint of the top three, with sales in Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Nevada, Ohio, Oklahoma, and Oregon.

Incredibles

Colorado-founded Incredibles (sometimes called “Incredibles Edibles”) is a top seller in several states, with its chocolate bars, gummies, tarts, and mints. The company is one of the first big legal cannabis chocolate-bar makers, and the results show. Chicago-based Green Thumb Industries, which operates retail outlets in several states, acquired Incredibles.

You can find Incredibles in Colorado, Maryland, Nevada, Virginia, Illinois, Massachusetts, and Ohio.

Grön

Grön’s sugar-coated gummy “pearls” are a big hit in Arizona, Oklahoma, and Oregon. Their big focus on the “minor cannabinoids,” like CBG, and a line of flavors that range from blueberry lemonade to passion orange guava, give the company an advantage. They also carry a line of chocolates.

It’s a short list of edibles brands that customers say stand out. Still, as more states go legal and more entrepreneurs can enter the game, expect these numbers to grow.

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Vaping 101

Over the past decade, vaping cannabis has gone from a tedious process involving an expensive tabletop device to one of the simplest, most portable, and most discrete methods of consuming the plant. The sheer volume and available vaping devices can be overwhelming and confusing for your average consumer. 

What Is Vaping?

Vaping is consuming cannabis flower or concentrate via a device like a Volcano or pen. These devices heat the cannabis to a temperature at which it vaporizes and is then inhaled. The plant or concentrate is never burned, so no smoke is produced. 

Why Do People Vape?

Cannabis enthusiasts choose to vape for many reasons, but the most common is that it produces a more intense high. The plant does not combust, so no smoke is produced, leading many to believe it’s a healthier option. The smell is also less intense than smoking flower. In fact, it can be almost nonexistent, depending on the device you use. The newest devices like pens are discreet, easy to use, and offer consistent dosing.

What Do People Vape?

Flower is the most traditional and old-school product that people vaporize. More common now is THC oil extracted from the cannabis plant through a chemical process. Relatively newer cannabis concentrates like live rosin, an oil made in a flash-freezing process, are growing in popularity.

Regardless of the type of concentrate you use, vape pens are big business. Sales of the devices, or cartridges used with the devices, are seeing double-digit growth each year. People bought more than $2.6 billion worth of them in 2021.

Here are three of the most popular types of vaping devices:

The Tabletop/Desktop Device

Before 2010, there was really just one way to vape: Tabletop (or desktop, depending on who you talk to) devices like The Volcano, released in 2001. These devices are comparable monsters next to the prevalent pens. And they’re expensive.

The Volcano itself is an 8-inch wide device that weighs more than 3 pounds and starts at $479.

Vaping with a tabletop device involves vaporizing dry cannabis flower through a convection heating process that can take up to six minutes. The vapor typically fills up a large bag you can inhale it from for an intense high.

Portable Dry Herb and Concentrate Vapes

Recently, technology has emerged that’s allowed for portable devices that work much the same way The Volcano works—except they’ll fit in your pocket.

Typically using either a convection or conduction heating process, these little guys quickly heat dry flower (or concentrates, like wax) to a vapor that can be inhaled discreetly.

An app typically accompanies portable dry vaporizers, allowing you to control and fine-tune the temperature at which you vape. The best will remember your favorite settings for each strain or type of product you’re consuming. 

You can expect to pay anywhere from $100 to $300 for a dry herb vape.

Vape Pens

Around the same time as over-the-counter nicotine vape devices like the Juul were taking off, the same technology created similar devices for cannabis. In fact, one of the most popular cannabis vape pens— like Pax—were developed by the same company as the nicotine-focused Juul.

These devices are the cheapest option and range from being designed as disposable products to high-end, thoughtfully designed devices with connected smartphone apps that, like the dry herb vapes mentioned above, allow for precise heat settings and remember your preferences.

Disposable vape pens are usually discreet and in the $25 to $50 range, depending on the brand, quality of the product, and the amount of cannabis concentrate. This can range from 35 mg to a whole gram but typically lands at half a gram. And while they’re often the choice of weed tourists and have a reputation for low quality, many now focus on terpene flavors and cannabinoid contents (CBD, CBG, etc.). Some are even made with the newer, terpene- and cannabinoid-rich concentrates like live rosin.

The most common vape pen consists of two pieces: a body (called a “battery”) that looks like a pen and a cartridge containing some sort of cannabis concentrate that screws on the top. Some pens require you to push a button before inhaling, while others turn on automatically when they detect inhalation. Most batteries are rechargeable using a USB connector.

Depending on the simplicity of the tech in the battery, they can range from $5 to hundreds of dollars. Meanwhile, the cartridges—typically 0.5 grams or a full gram— are in the $25 to $50 range, depending on the type of concentrate and quality of the ingredients.

Whether you want to go old school with a desktop conversation starter or are looking for a more discreet method to get that distinct vape high, these options will get you there.

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Cannabis is a miracle plant. You can use it recreationally, medicinally, and for industrial uses! According to an article published in Molecules, industrial hemp originated in Central Asia—hemp dates back to China, around 2700 B.C. 

Contrary to popular belief, hemp and marijuana are not two different species of plants. The only actual difference between hemp and marijuana is their THC content. According to the Agricultural Act of 2018, hemp contains 0.3% or less THC than traditional marijuana (cannabis that can get you high). 

Hemp is a versatile plant that manufacturers use to create several products, including paper, clothing, and building materials. Keep reading to learn more about the many uses of this billion-dollar crop. 

Hemp Paper 

Not all paper is made from trees. In fact, hemp paper dates back to the Western Han Dynasty (202 B.C.–9 A.D). According to the American Forest & Paper Association, Chinese court official Ts’ai Lun invented paper using a mixture of mulberry bark, hemp, and water. Lun mashed these ingredients into a pulp, pressed out the liquid, and then hung the remaining mat to dry in the sun. The end result? Paper. 

Lun’s invention didn’t hit the Middle East until 300 years later. It took another 500 years for Europe to catch up. Once word spread to Europe, paper became a popular product. People used it to print books, bibles, and legal documents. 

By 1690, the U.S. had built its first paper mill in Pennsylvania. In the beginning, the U.S. paper mills used Lun’s method. But, as the demand grew, the technique and materials changed. Thanks to the Marijuana Tax Act of 1937, the mills switched from hemp to wood, which was cheaper and legal.

Hemp Foods and Beverages 

Hemp seeds make for a tasty and nutritious topper on yogurt, salads, oatmeal, rice, and veggies. They’re also packed with vitamins (vitamins B and E), minerals (sodium, iron, calcium, sulfur, and potassium, to name a few), and fatty acids (Omega-3 and Omega-6). What’s more? Hemp seeds may produce anti-inflammatory effects. 

Other hemp-based foods include: 

• Hemp seed butter (an alternative for those with a nut allergy).
• Hemp flour (gluten-free and delicious).
• Hemp honey (ideal for sweetening coffee, tea, baked goods, etc.).
• Hemp milk (a non-dairy milk alternative).
• Hemp protein powder (vegan and nutritious).

Hemp can be made into just about anything, including vodka and chewing gum. 

Hemp Building Materials 

Hemp lumber is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional lumber. It has a harvest time of four months (most trees used for lumber can take anywhere between 20 to 80 years). It’s also durable, and according to HempBuild Magazine, it’s 20% harder than oak wood. 

HempWood (owned by Fibonacci LLC, and founded by Greg Wilson) launched a new, sustainable wood alternative in 2019. According to the company’s website, HempWood can be used for flooring, furniture, or other construction materials. Plus, when it comes to price, HempWood is much more affordable than most domestic hardwoods. 

HempWood isn’t the only hemp-based building material out there. Hempcrete (that’s right, a hemp-based concrete alternative) is another versatile construction material. It’s made from hemp hurd (a part of the plant that was previously considered “waste”), lime, and other natural ingredients. Hempcrete is plant-based, energy-efficient, and 100% recyclable.  

According to the Hemp Foundation, the hemp plant has more than 50,000 known uses, from paper to medication. And thanks to the Hemp Farming Act of 2018, American farmers are allowed to grow hemp as a rotational crop. Even so, there are restrictions in place. But, if we keep fighting, hemp may be the answer to a greener tomorrow.

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Whether you’re an industry insider, want to learn more about the business side of cannabis, or simply want to keep an eye on the latest products and trends, CannaCon is the conference for you—and there’s likely one close to you in the near future.

Despite its name being inspired by “Comic-Con,” CannaCon is all about business. The self-proclaimed “nation’s leading B2B cannabis conference” launched in 2014, drawing 6,000 attendees, according to CannaCon founder Bob Smart.

Expect hundreds of exhibitors, including media outlets, advisory firms, lighting companies, and manufacturers. Plan on hitting up seminars with titles like “The Future of Plant-Based Medicine,” “Improving the Customer Experience at Retail,” and “Pheno Hunt: How to Bag the Big One.”

Expect a safe space, no matter your cannabis knowledge level. And there will be no apparent consumption on site.

“CannaCon is a business show—a safe niche,” Smart said in a 2017 interview. “We made a space where any business guy who’s not in the industry can show up, walk around and feel comfortable. 

But it’s not all business. The professional weed party promoters at Sensi Magazine’s official after-parties are legendary in the industry. And if you can’t get into that event (there could be a line around the block, even if you have a ticket), have no fear. There are typically plenty of unofficial after-parties planned around the event too.

The event is big business itself, taking advantage of the rollback of COVID-19 restrictions with seven events plotted out so far for 2022 and 2023 and thousands of expected attendees.

CannaCon breaks its events out roughly by region and mostly sticks to legal adult-use cannabis states, with Mississippi being its sole exception. The Magnolia State is the newest medical state in the U.S., though there are no dispensaries currently open.

Here are the currently scheduled CannaCons nationwide—no West Coast dates have been announced.

2022

• Denver (West), Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 24-25, at the Denver Convention Center at 700 14th St.
• Richmond, Virginia (South), Friday and Saturday, Oct. 14-15, at the Greater Richmond Convention Center at 403 N. 3rd St.

2023

• Biloxi, Mississippi (South), Friday and Saturday, Feb. 24-25 at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum at 2350 Beach Blvd.
• Oklahoma City (South), Friday and Saturday, March 31-April 1, at the Oklahoma City Convention Center at 100 Mick Cornett Drive.
• Albuquerque, New Mexico (West), Friday and Saturday, May 19-20, at the Albuquerque Convention Center at 401 2nd St. NW.

If you’re a business owner, know that the program was designed with your needs front of mind—“from seed to seed money,” as the company says in its promotional material.

CannaCon calls itself “a one-stop shop for all of your cannabis business needs” and touts its events as an opportunity to “network with like-minded entrepreneurs who are also building a bold, new industry.”

Tickets range in price from $50 for a one-day pass to the expo, to $110 for a one-day pass that includes the seminars. A two-day pass is either $80 or $160, depending on whether you plan on attending the seminars.

So, put on your best casual outfit (remember this is cannabis—even “business casual” might be too dressy for this crowd). Then, pop an edible, and get ready to rub elbows with some of the biggest, brightest names in cannabis—and take home a lot of swag.

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Terminology can be confusing when it comes to cannabis. Talk of terpenes and cannabinoids is all the rage today. Still, for ages, people focused primarily on one vital question: Is the strain you’re about to smoke an indica or a sativa?

Generally considered to be two different species of the same plant, people have for decades seen sativa and indica strains as two completely different beasts regarding their effects. 

Today, there’s a movement away from defining strains simply as indica or sativa and toward “chemotype,” a strain defined by its actual chemical composition. For example, a strain that’s technically an indica may provide an effect more like the stereotypical sativa high depending on the cannabinoids and terpenes it possesses.

But it will likely take years for such complexities to be understood by your average, casual consumer (if they ever are). That’s why dispensaries and edibles manufacturers still primarily describe their products in a way their customers will understand: indica and sativa. It’s essential to understand what those labels are widely believed to mean. That way, you know what to expect. In this article, we’ll focus on cannabis indica, starting with the plant itself:

Plant Characteristics

There is some disagreement about whether or not the cannabis indica plant is a different species than the cannabis sativa, but they typically look different.

Cannabis indica plants are typically short, dense, and have a bushier appearance with wide and short leaves compared to the typical cannabis sativa plant. Cannabis sativa plants are typically more tree-like in comparison.

Indica plants grow naturally in the Middle East and Asia mountains, where the climate is dry. Cannabis indica is traditionally the source of the famous hashish (resin) produced in India and Morocco.

Thanks to its native inhospitable growing climate, cannabis indica plants have a relatively fast growing cycle—half that of some cannabis sativa strains. It takes about seven weeks for an indica to flower and be ready for harvesting.

Indica’s Effects

The stereotypical indica high is a “body high,” meaning you’ll primarily feel it in the body as opposed to the more cerebral, creative effects in a sativa strain. Here’s a trick on how to remember this: Indica is felt “in-da-body,” while you can think of the first two letters of “sativa” standing for “stay awake.”

The body high is often a heavy feeling that’s perfect for relaxation, sleep, and pain relief. Just know: You might not want to leave the couch! Indica is also thought to stimulate the appetite or be more likely to give you “the munchies”— a good or bad thing, depending on who you are.

Popular Indica Strains

Northern Lights is quite possibly the most famous strain of cannabis, period, let alone indica. Cannabis database Leafly calls its effects “euphoric” and says it relaxes muscles while “easing the mind.”

Also popular among indica fans: anything purple. And when we say “purple,” we literally mean the flower has blue, red, or purple hues. Helpfully, the word is typically in the strain’s name too. So, whether you’re going for Purple Trainwreck, Purple Punch, or Grizzly Purple Kush, you can expect a high THC count (upward of 24% in some cases) and a body high that could leave you couch-locked with a bag of chips in your lap.

These days, Kush is giving Northern Lights a run for its money in popularity. The earthy-tasting, body-relaxing OG Kush strain has been combined in so many forms that it’s hard to keep up! There’s Bubba Kush, Pre-98 Bubba Kush, Commerce City Kush, King Louis OG, and even Charlie Sheen OG. 

Kush’s diversity and popularity are apparent in its celebration within hip-hop culture.

To sum up, the way we understand weed is changing, but the simplest way to categorize it is by its two most common species: indica and sativa. That’s how you’ll see it labeled at most retail stores or dispensaries and in everyday conversation with casual smokers.

Indica is known for its bushy appearance and body high and comes in the form of many popular strains you’ll hear about in stoner movies and hip-hop tracks. The more you know!

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Valley Fume’s CEO talks about the region’s new travel crop

By Rebecca Victoria Olmos | TheCannifornian.com Correspondent

Napa Valley, California, is a well-known destination for wine enthusiasts. The region’s Mediterranean climate is ideal for producing wine grapes, particularly Cabernet Sauvignon king red grapes.

In 2021 the average age of Cab drinkers hit over 65, according to one report, with younger demographics, like millennials showing less interest in wine purchases. The SF Chronicle reported that sales of Cabernet and wine generally have steadily declined over the last few years.

Entrepreneurs like Eric Skyler, a former winery owner, have shifted focus to a new crop to reel in visitors that also thrives in the region’s climate: Cannabis.

“[Cannabis is] a way for Napa to get young consumers up to Napa. Once we have them here, we can teach them more about the wine and the Napa valley lifestyle, but they don’t seem very interested in a $200 bottle cab right now.” Skylar shared.

Before pivoting into the cannabis industry, Skyler owned and operated a successful chain restaurant, Burrito Brothers. He recently sold his winery, Alpha Omega, and is now Co-Founder and CEO of the cannabis brand Napa Valley Fume.

His skills and experience in business and politics have prepared him for his time as a cannabis business owner and operator. The wine and weed industries have many similarities.

They are both crops that turn into consumer goods. They are consumables for adult use, can inebriate you, are heavily regulated, and have chemical compounds, like terpenes, that affect the flavor.

Fume Brands has two different brands, the affordable, Lake Grade, and the premium, Fume. Both come from similar grows but are separated based on their quality value. The practice is a helpful strategy that Skylar took from his previous business experience.

In wine, blends come from different blocks of grapes the vineyard grows. In the blending process, winemakers end up with leftover barrels that don’t make the cut for their expensive labels, so they bottle it up at a lower price pint.

“[In] cannabis, similarly, we don’t do blending the same way, but you may have a couple rows of plants that maybe didn’t get quite the same sunlight. Maybe the soil’s not quite as rich. And so that may not make the cut for Fume, but is perfectly good, you know. Really good cannabis and goes into our Lake Grade.”

Skyler aims to operate cannabis tasting rooms in Napa, much like wine tasting rooms. A consumption-friendly space where Fume brands are offered and education would be a focal point. He believes that much like sommeliers are well versed and trained in the art of wine, so are budtenders in the art of cannabis.

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“Eventually, I hope that we also have some tasting rooms of our own in the cannabis country. And our staff in those tasting rooms will help teach people, but, you know, we’re always going to depend on budtenders.”

Adult-use cannabis in California only became legal in 2018. There have been many reports that the industry is struggling at various levels, including over taxation, ongoing competition with the illicit market, and lack of representation.

In Napa Valley, cannabis faces a unique set of regional challenges. One was a complaint from winery neighbors about the smell of the plants. To help local officials understand that odor was a minor issue, Skyler set up an experiment where he placed markers at different spots up to 1000 feet away from the cannabis grow.

“I rolled down the windows. I said, can you smell anything unusual? And they couldn’t smell anything again at 500 feet; again at 250 feet, it was only 150 to 175 feet away that you could smell the cannabis.”

Despite this and other complaints from vineyard neighbors, Skylar remains optimistic about the future of cannabis and wine grapes thriving in the region simultaneously.

“I think it’s really an emotional reaction saying we don’t want anybody to invade our territory with any other thing than grapes. And so they’ve been fighting it,” Skyler shared. “I do think it’s just a matter of time cuz the younger generation of winemakers, the Robin Mondavi’s, Justin Hill, Stephanie Honig, young winemakers considerably younger than I am are saying that this is ridiculous. And I think by the time they’re controlling things, cannabis and grape growing will coexist really well.”

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Valley Fume’s CEO talks about the region’s new travel crop

By Rebecca Victoria Olmos | TheCannifornian.com Correspondent

Napa Valley, California, is a well-known destination for wine enthusiasts. The region’s Mediterranean climate is ideal for producing wine grapes, particularly Cabernet Sauvignon king red grapes.

In 2021 the average age of Cab drinkers hit over 65, according to one report, with younger demographics, like millennials showing less interest in wine purchases. The SF Chronicle reported that sales of Cabernet and wine generally have steadily declined over the last few years.

Entrepreneurs like Eric Skyler, a former winery owner, have shifted focus to a new crop to reel in visitors that also thrives in the region’s climate: Cannabis.

“[Cannabis is] a way for Napa to get young consumers up to Napa. Once we have them here, we can teach them more about the wine and the Napa valley lifestyle, but they don’t seem very interested in a $200 bottle cab right now.” Skylar shared.

Before pivoting into the cannabis industry, Skyler owned and operated a successful chain restaurant, Burrito Brothers. He recently sold his winery, Alpha Omega, and is now Co-Founder and CEO of the cannabis brand Napa Valley Fume.

His skills and experience in business and politics have prepared him for his time as a cannabis business owner and operator. The wine and weed industries have many similarities.

They are both crops that turn into consumer goods. They are consumables for adult use, can inebriate you, are heavily regulated, and have chemical compounds, like terpenes, that affect the flavor.

Fume Brands has two different brands, the affordable, Lake Grade, and the premium, Fume. Both come from similar grows but are separated based on their quality value. The practice is a helpful strategy that Skylar took from his previous business experience.

In wine, blends come from different blocks of grapes the vineyard grows. In the blending process, winemakers end up with leftover barrels that don’t make the cut for their expensive labels, so they bottle it up at a lower price pint.

“[In] cannabis, similarly, we don’t do blending the same way, but you may have a couple rows of plants that maybe didn’t get quite the same sunlight. Maybe the soil’s not quite as rich. And so that may not make the cut for Fume, but is perfectly good, you know. Really good cannabis and goes into our Lake Grade.”

Skyler aims to operate cannabis tasting rooms in Napa, much like wine tasting rooms. A consumption-friendly space where Fume brands are offered and education would be a focal point. He believes that much like sommeliers are well versed and trained in the art of wine, so are budtenders in the art of cannabis.

From Poison to Purple: 5 Sativa Strains You Have to Try

“Eventually, I hope that we also have some tasting rooms of our own in the cannabis country. And our staff in those tasting rooms will help teach people, but, you know, we’re always going to depend on budtenders.”

Adult-use cannabis in California only became legal in 2018. There have been many reports that the industry is struggling at various levels, including over taxation, ongoing competition with the illicit market, and lack of representation.

In Napa Valley, cannabis faces a unique set of regional challenges. One was a complaint from winery neighbors about the smell of the plants. To help local officials understand that odor was a minor issue, Skyler set up an experiment where he placed markers at different spots up to 1000 feet away from the cannabis grow.

“I rolled down the windows. I said, can you smell anything unusual? And they couldn’t smell anything again at 500 feet; again at 250 feet, it was only 150 to 175 feet away that you could smell the cannabis.”

Despite this and other complaints from vineyard neighbors, Skylar remains optimistic about the future of cannabis and wine grapes thriving in the region simultaneously.

“I think it’s really an emotional reaction saying we don’t want anybody to invade our territory with any other thing than grapes. And so they’ve been fighting it,” Skyler shared. “I do think it’s just a matter of time cuz the younger generation of winemakers, the Robin Mondavi’s, Justin Hill, Stephanie Honig, young winemakers considerably younger than I am are saying that this is ridiculous. And I think by the time they’re controlling things, cannabis and grape growing will coexist really well.”

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The hot days are getting longer, and you’re getting thirsty! 

A cannabis-infused beverage that mimics the predictable, fast-acting effects of alcohol is the Holy Grail of the cannabis industry. Multinational liquor brands are positioning themselves for a long-predicted federally legal U.S. market. 

As of now, 18 U.S. states—plus Washington, D.C., Guam, and the Northern Mariana Islands—have legalized adult-use (or recreational) cannabis within their borders as of May 2022. Several bills making their way through Congress to legalize the plant are in various stages. Meanwhile, scientific work  continues before cannabis beverages will give you that quick buzz you get while sipping a strong alcoholic beverage at a bar.

But we’re getting closer. Here are some of the best cannabis beverages out there. And while we couldn’t exactly hit every legal state—primarily because they’re still working out the details of their adult-use rules (or are just plain weird)—we touch on all of them and even squeeze in a few medical-only states.

Ripple

Colorado and Michigan

Denver-based Ripple is known for its fast-acting formulas in both gummies and dissolvables. In fact, a 2021 study by academics at Colorado State University found that its products “hit” users much faster—as quickly as twice as fast—than other market-leading consumables. Ripple’s QuickDissolves products come discreetly in powder form, which you can then add to a soda, beer, bottle of water, or glass of wine. Quick Dissolves are as close to flavorless as cannabis products come. Ripple can be found at cannabis retail outlets in Michigan and Colorado.

Keef

Arizona, California, Colorado, Oklahoma, Maine, Missouri, and Puerto Rico

Another Denver-based company with a much bigger footprint is Keef. Keef is a cannabis concentrates manufacturer that also makes canned, spiked soda. Whether you’re looking for traditional cola and root beer flavors or something more exotic like Blackberry Coconut and Purple Passion, Keef’s got you covered—and in a wide variety of locales. You can purchase Keef legally in Arizona, California, Colorado, Oklahoma, Maine, Missouri, and Puerto Rico (medical only). If you’re heading up north, you’ll find Keef in Ontario and Saskatchewan, Canada.

Cann

Illinois, Nevada, Rhode Island, and New Jersey

Several emerging cannabis markets are the first outside of California to access Cann, a “social tonic” manufactured by Chicago-based cannabis giant Green Thumb Industries. The beverage, made of not-from-concentrate fruit juice and organic agave nectar, is dosed at just 2 milligrams of THC and CBD. It was already a big hit in The Golden State. Illinois, Nevada, Rhode Island, and New Jersey, which just opened up its adult-use cannabis market in April, will enjoy the beverage in its three flavors—Lemon Lavender, Grapefruit Rosemary, and Blood Orange Cardamom—following a recently-announced expansion. 

Good Feels

Massachusetts

If you’re in Massachusetts and feel left out, have no worries: Good Feels is here for you. The minority-owned, Medway-based company just dropped four THC-infused seltzers and two “beverage enhancers” in flavors like Black Cherry, Raspberry Apple, Lemon Lime, and even “Flavorless.” Each 12-ounce bottle is infused with 3 milligrams of THC and 2 milligrams of CBD for a mellow buzz that’s meant to be fast-acting. Good Feels’ packaging is also sustainable—sold in “infinitely recyclable glass bottles within a carbon-neutral facility using 100% renewable energy,” according to the company.

Wync

Arizona, Maine, Michigan, Massachusetts, Missouri and Oklahoma, Ohio, and Arkansas

Wync THC and Seltzer, which calls itself “the most widely distributed cannabis seltzer beverage in the United States,” just launched in New Mexico—one of the newest legal markets. With flavors like Juicy Mango, Lime Twist, and Black Cherry Fizz, these low-dose beverages that contain 2.5 milligrams each of THC and CBD are also available in rec states Arizona, Maine, Michigan, Massachusetts, Missouri, and Oklahoma. Wync’s seltzer can also is available in medical-only states Ohio and Arkansas.

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Oregon, Montana, Alaska, Vermont, New York, Virginia, Connecticut, Washington, D.C.

Some states are too new, too small, or just plain weird. Here’s the breakdown of the remaining legal adult-use states.

Very few multistate cannabis beverage brands appear to be available in Oregon. Among the most popular cannabis-infused beverages is a cannabis concentrate made using frozen plants that naturally maintain many of the cannabinoids (CBD, for example) added (separately) to the previously listed beverages. Magic Number beverages come in Lime, Berry, Passion Fruit, and Tonic flavors.

One of Washington state’s most popular brands, Major, is “designed to deliver high doses of THC in a small 6.7 fluid-ounce juice beverage,” according to the company. Its motto is, “Major packs a major punch.” It comes in Orange Mango, Pink Lemonade, Blue Raspberry, Passion Fruit, and Grape flavors.

Montana’s top beverage’s motto is “Skip the seltzer. Grab a Sinful.” Sinful Beverages’ flavors include Lemonade, Strawberry Lemonade, Huckleberry Lemonade, and Sweet Mango. Watch out, though: Each bottle contains 85 milligrams of THC. 

Alaska’s Fire Eater is like an energy drink, but with 5 milligrams of THC. It comes in Orange, Pineapple, and Strawberry flavors.

In Vermont, cannabis is recreationally legal, but there’s nowhere to buy it. This is expected to change this year.

New York has yet to fully spell out or implement its recreational cannabis rules, leading to mass confusion and frustration.

Virginia is a brand-new legal state (and the first in the South), but a regulated market won’t launch until 2024.

Connecticut, meanwhile, is still doling out licenses for infused products.

Washington, D.C., meanwhile, allows possession of cannabis, but not the sale of it.

Wherever you live, have fun and be safe as you enjoy the cocktail legal for you to consume.

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It wasn’t long ago that a distinct, sulfury skunk-like odor seeping through your car’s air vents likely meant one thing: a skunk. The mammal is known for its protective, foul-smelling anal spray—was nearby, possibly hit by a car on the highway. 

But over the past 10 years, 18 U.S. states have legalized the sale and use of recreational cannabis (and nearly 40 have some form of medical marijuana). So, it’s just as likely that the “skunky” odor you smell driving through certain areas is coming from a new kind of source: a legal marijuana grow.

Do People Like Their Marijuana to Smell Like a Skunk?

Yes, the cannabis plant is known—and even celebrated—for its distinctive skunky odor. You can find references to the pungent smell in marijuana strain names like Skunkberry, White Super Skunk, and Thelonious Skunk. 

And you can find references to it in lyrics by famous cannabis enthusiasts like the rap trio Cypress Hill.

“Skunk” strains are celebrated for their relaxation-inducing mellow and heavy highs, which many people believe help with mood disorders and anxiety.

But what exactly causes your weed to smell like a skunk? Well, thanks to nearly a century of federal cannabis prohibition making most studies of the plant illegal, we don’t know for sure. But experts do have some ideas—and some of those theories involve one of beer’s most essential ingredients: hops.

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The Theories

Terpenes: Terpenes are a relatively new area of focus for most cannabis companies and producers. Terpenes are natural compounds found mostly in plants. They, among other things, produce smells and affect pigment and coloration. And you could say they’re universal: The same terpenes that make a lemon smell like lemon are likely the same terpenes that make your Super Lemon Haze strain smell like a lemon.

There’s a growing understanding within the world of cannabis that the old indica-sativa way of thinking about the effects of the cannabis plant is flawed at best and inaccurate at worst. Instead, “The Entourage Effect” concept is picking up steam. The concept posits that a combination of cannabinoids (CBD, CBG, CBN, THC, etc.) and terpenes are really what cause the unique smell, look, and effect of each cannabis strain.

Another intoxicant that Americans love to consume and sometimes refer to as “skunky” (though usually not in a good way) is beer. And beer is full of hops, which are genetically related to the cannabis plant, falling in the same plant family, called Cannabaceae. 

Experts frequently point to one terpene, myrcene, as having a particularly skunky smell—and it’s found in certain cannabis strains in addition to hops.

“While not all strains with myrcene smell like skunks, it’s a common trait—and one that stoners have grown to love,” explained Herbert Fuego, the columnist for “Ask a Stoner,” a feature in Denver’s Westword alt-weekly.

But a growing body of scientific evidence is pointing to a different culprit.

Thiols: Thiols are alcohol-like chemical compounds, except with a sulfur atom in place of the oxygen atom. They’re also the primary cause of a skunk’s defensive stench, according to 1980s research referenced by Discover Magazine.

A 2001 study by the University of Northern Carolina and Belgium’s University of Gent found that 3-MBT, a thiol similar to one emitted by skunks, causes beer to get that skunky persona. That particular thiol was found in the hops used to make the beer.

Thomas H. Shellhammer, a professor of fermentation science at Oregon State University, told Discover that the minute a beer is exposed to ultraviolet light—like sunlight—a chemical reaction occurs that quickly creates the sulfury thiol.

“If you walk outside with a nice yellow beer like a pilsner on a summer day, the change is happening almost immediately,” Shellhammer told Discover.

And the thiol theory got some serious backing in a recent peer-reviewed study by California-based terpene research and production company Abstrax Tech.

Using a technology called 2-Dimensional gas chromatography (or 2DGC) the researchers found “key volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs)—organic compounds containing sulfur” and thiols as the primary cause of the skunky smell in cannabis, according to a press release announcing the findings. The study says these compounds are actually similar to VSCs found in garlic.

“I have suspected for years now that we were missing something in our understanding of this plant,” study co-author and cannabis industry veteran Josh Del Rosso said in the release. “Although terpenes have been hailed as the major source of the pungent scent of cannabis, we now know that it is this new class of VSCs.”

So whether it’s terpenes, thiols, key volatile sulfur compounds or something else yet to be discovered, the age-old question of, “Why does my weed smell like a skunk?” has a growing body of science to be explored.

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Does CBD have a place in modern dentistry? While this may seem like an odd question, there may be a legitimate case for “CBD toothpaste.” Indeed, there are already a few dentists who’ve begun studying CBD’s effects on teeth and gum health. We’ve even heard from a few patients who enjoy adding a few drops of Tribe CBD oil to their dental hygiene routine.  

So, what’s the deal? Could CBD oil truly brighten your smile; or, is this all just an over-hyped gimmick? While we don’t have all the answers on using CBD for teeth, there are a few fascinating reports on this topic. 

Why Would People Put CBD On Their Teeth? 

The primary reason people are excited about CBD’s potential for dental health is its anti-inflammatory properties. As we’ve mentioned in previous blog posts, many studies suggest topical CBD may reduce joint swelling and pain. Some scientists believe applying CBD to the gums may have similar healing benefits.

Interestingly, one study out of Brazil examined CBD’s effectiveness on inflammatory gum diseases. Although this trial only studied the effects of CBD injections in rats, it suggests CBD’s anti-inflammatory properties could positively influence gum health. 

There are also a few studies that suggest CBD may have antimicrobial compounds. In fact, a few reporters claim CBD may play a role in destroying antibiotic-resistant bacteria. This strong antibacterial potential could play a positive role in oral hygiene. 

How Do You Take Tribe CBD Oil For Dental Health? 

There’s no fancy technique for adding CBD oil to your dental care routine. If you’re curious about using CBD oil on your teeth, place a few drops of CBD oil on top of your toothpaste and brush for at least two minutes. 

If you’re a fan of oil pulling, then you could also add ½ dropperful of Tribe CBD oil to about one tablespoon of coconut oil. You could even experiment with mixing some CBD oil into a wheatgrass shot and swishing for about five minutes. Interestingly, many people believe the chlorophyll in wheatgrass has gum-healing properties.

Of course, the scientific literature on all of these alternative healing methods is still in the preliminary stages. None of these adjunct therapies are intended to treat or heal any dental conditions, nor are they a replacement for regular brushing and flossing. Please only add these therapies to your wellness routine with a dentist’s approval. 

Get Dental Anxiety? Tribe CBD Can Help With That!

Even if you’re not interested in mixing CBD oil with your toothpaste, there’s a good chance you could benefit from some CBD before your dental appointment. Did you know that about 36 percent of people fear going to the dentist? That makes dentophobia one of the world’s more common panic disorders. 

Thankfully, there are plenty of studies that suggest CBD has natural anti-stress properties. If you take one dropperful of Tribe CBD oil at least 30 minutes before a dental appointment, we bet it could tame your dreaded dentophobia. 

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Wherever you stand on the pineapple pizza debate, we bet you’ll enjoy adding a punch of pineapple to your margarita hour. The tropical notes of fresh pineapple juice blend perfectly with the margarita’s famous “South of the Border” flavors. Whenever you’re in the mood for a salt & sweet drink, be sure to break out this tantalizing alternative margarita recipe. 

Oh yeah, and don’t forget to drizzle a little Tribe CBD oil on top of this sweet concoction. A dropperful of our high-quality CBD always makes drinks extra delightful! 

CBD Pineapple Margarita Recipe

In case you were wondering, you can plant a pineapple tree at home. All you need to do is cut off the top and put it in some soil. Just be sure to give it enough water and sun so it can thrive. Yep, it’s that simple.

The catch is that you won’t get to enjoy that delicious pineapple fruit for a long time. Even if you take great care of your pineapple tree, you shouldn’t expect to pick a pineapple for at least three years. Once a pineapple tree reaches maturity, it usually produces one fruit per year for roughly 50 years. 

So, even if you have a pineapple tree at home, you’re probably still going to rely on the supermarket for this delicious fruit!

Ingredients 

• 1 ½ oz tequila blanco
• 2 oz pineapple juice 
• ¾ oz Cointreau 
• ¾ oz lime juice 
• 1 dropperful Tribe CBD oil
• Kosher salt
• Pineapple wedge, garnish

Directions

• Run a lime wedge around a margarita glass
• Dip your margarita glass in a plate with Kosher salt
• Pour tequila, pineapple juice, Cointreau, and lime juice in a cocktail shaker
• Add ice and shake for a few seconds
• Strain into your salt-rimmed margarita glass
• Garnish with Tribe CBD oil and a pineapple wedge

Pineapples sometimes get a bad rap for their high sugar content. However, this tropical fruit is far from an “unhealthy” addition to your diet. Actually, as scientists continue to study pineapple’s chemical structure, they’re amazed by how many nutrients are in this fruit. 

Arguably, the enzyme bromelain is the most fascinating compound in pineapples. This unique chemical seems to have natural anti-inflammatory benefits that may influence multiple bodily systems. There’s also some evidence bromelain could naturally speed up digestion in healthy patients. 

However, the most intriguing studies related to bromelain have to do with its impact on eye health. New trials out of Taiwan strongly suggest a daily dose of fresh pineapple could drastically reduce those annoying “eye floaters” you may see while staring at your computer screen. According to scientists, people who eat more bromelain-rich pineapple have less chance of seeing these protein deposits throughout the day. 

So, if you’re one of the countless people who suffer from eye floaters, you’ve got to try adding a little pineapple to your daily diet. Hey, you’ve got nothing to lose (except your eye floaters, of course!). 

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If you need a “sweet retreat” from the pressures of work, consider adding Tribe’s CBD gummies to your daily routine. Our sweet watermelon-flavored gummies have the ideal amount of CBD to provide a sense of calm without inducing sluggishness. In fact, many people claim they experience greater productivity after using our CBD edibles. 

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— CBD Pumpkin Pie Martini Recipe

Although you could buy pumpkin purée any time of the year, this orange fruit really shines during the fall season. And, no, we’re not just referring to pumpkin spice lattes (although those are kind of a big deal). From jack-o-lanterns to pumpkin bread, there are so many ways to use pumpkins during autumn.

Arguably, pumpkin pie “takes the cake” as the most iconic autumnal dessert. But who says you have to slave all day baking one of these pies? Believe it or not, you could whip up a boozy pumpkin pie cocktail in a matter of minutes! 

Sure, this pumpkin pie martini isn’t a replacement for an actual pie, but it’s a sweet and simple way to liven up a party. Plus, since we’re adding Tribe CBD oil to this cocktail, it’s sure to calm any family drama at your next Thanksgiving! 

CBD Pumpkin Pie Martini Recipe

In the pantheon of pies, pumpkin isn’t all that bad for our waistlines. In fact, many nutritionists argue pumpkin pie may be the healthiest traditional pie recipe. 

Pumpkin is naturally high in many vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin A. There’s also evidence that pumpkin contains plenty of antioxidants, which may reduce the risk of long-term health conditions. 

This is all good news considering one in five Americans claims they ate a whole pumpkin pie at least once in their lives. Yes, that’s a real statistic from the American Pie Council! 

However, there is a big difference between homemade and store-bought pumpkin pies. If you want to treat your body right, you should make a low or no-sugar pumpkin pie at home. 

Thankfully, cans of unsweetened pumpkin aren’t all that hard to find. Plus, even if you’ve never baked before, pumpkin pie is one of the easiest recipes for beginners.

If you’re interested in making a DIY pumpkin pie this year, you’ve got to check out this popular YouTube tutorial.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ oz pumpkin-flavored vodka 
• 1 oz spiced rum
• ½ oz heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon pumpkin purée
• ½ oz vanilla extract
• 1 dropperful Tribe CBD oil
• Cinnamon stick or pumpkin slice, garnish

Directions 

• Pour vodka, rum, heavy cream, pumpkin purée, and vanilla extract into a cocktail shaker
• Add ice and shake for a few seconds
• Strain into a pre-chilled martini glass
• Garnish with Tribe CBD oil and a cinnamon stick

One feature you may miss as you slurp your pumpkin martini is the crispy pie crust. However, there are a few fun ways you could add some of that “crunch” back into this seasonal cocktail.

For instance, you could stick crushed Graham crackers on the rim of your martini glass with either raw honey or maple syrup. Just be sure to ground these Graham crackers in a food processor until they’re fine. For extra fun, you could toss in a pinch of ground nutmeg or cinnamon to add festive flavors to this rimmed garnish. 

Work Off Those “Pumpkin Pounds” With A Tribe CBD Energy Shot!

During the holiday season, it’s easy to go overboard on treats. It’s crucial to stay on top of your workout routine if you want to counter all those extra calories. If you’re struggling to maintain peak fitness after all that pumpkin pie, try Tribe’s CBD Energy Shots. Made with all-natural caffeine and hemp-extracted CBD, these shots will help push you through your gym routine. 

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