Just when it looked like cannabis reform in Germany was rolling smoothly, the country may be sobering up for round two of the debate. In April 2024, Germany made headlines by legalizing adult possession and limited home cultivation of cannabis. Adults can now carry modest amounts and grow a few plants at home, and nonprofit cannabis clubs are allowed to distribute to … [Read more...] about Beer Still Wins: Germany’s Cannabis Experiment Hits a Cultural Hangover
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Beer vs. Buzz: The Hoppy Old Guard Takes on THC Soda Pop Rebels
A coalition of beer makers, led by the Beer Institute, is sounding the alarm: “bad actors” in the hemp‑THC sector are packaging and marketing intoxicating products in ways that appeal to children—and exploiting loopholes in the 2018 Farm Bill to do it. Game on: the beer industry plays offense At a recent industry conference, CEO Brian Crawford didn’t mince words. “You … [Read more...] about Beer vs. Buzz: The Hoppy Old Guard Takes on THC Soda Pop Rebels
Rhode Island Craft Beer Sector Sees Notable Contractions Amid Industry Slowdown
The state’s once-rapidly expanding craft beer scene is now encountering mounting headwinds: a wave of declining consumer demand and market saturation is prompting closures and prompting the sale of multiple breweries across Rhode Island. Three Breweries Now on the Market In recent weeks, two local producers—Smug Brewing in Pawtucket and Shaidzon Beer Co. in South … [Read more...] about Rhode Island Craft Beer Sector Sees Notable Contractions Amid Industry Slowdown
Foreign cannabis company buying up American brewers
A Canadian cannabis company is tapping into a flailing American industry: craft beer. The cannabis company has purchased multiple United States craft breweries, thus becoming the fifth-largest craft brewer in the U.S. as a result. According to The Wall Street Journal, Tilray Brands has purchased a total of 18 craft beer companies including SweetWater, Montauk, and Shock … [Read more...] about Foreign cannabis company buying up American brewers
In the Madness of Green: A Psychedelic St. Patrick’s Day Journey
🍀 Welcome to the madhouse, my fellow revelers! Today, we embark on a journey that traverses the hazy corridors of consciousness, where the green haze of St. Patrick's Day meets the swirling clouds of cannabis smoke. Strap yourselves in and prepare for a ride through the wild and unpredictable realms of altered perception.As the world dons its emerald hues in honor of the patron … [Read more...] about In the Madness of Green: A Psychedelic St. Patrick’s Day Journey
Can Tilray successfully synergize its cannabis, alcohol businesses?
With its right hand, Tilray Brands has consolidated a swath of the Canadian cannabis market, most recently buying Hexo Corp. in its quest to grow market share. With its left hand, Tilray has gone on a beverage alcohol acquisition bender in the United States. After several alcohol acquisitions that turned Tilray into one of the largest U.S. craft brewers, the company recently … [Read more...] about Can Tilray successfully synergize its cannabis, alcohol businesses?
Weed Sales Are Beating Eggs
2022. What a year it was, my friends. The year when cannabis sales in the United States surpassed not just one, but several traditional treats. Opioids, chocolate, chicken eggs, and craft beer all fell victim to the growing popularity of pot. Who would have thought that God's Kale would one day reign supreme?But let's not get ahead of ourselves. Before we jump into the details … [Read more...] about Weed Sales Are Beating Eggs
Beer And Weed Are Related. Sort of…
Hey there, folks! Are you ready for a wild ride through the wacky world of cannabis and hops? Well, buckle up, because I'm about to blow your mind with the fact that these two seemingly unrelated plants are actually from the same botanical family!First things first, let's talk about what the heck a botanical family is. Essentially, it's a classification system for plants based … [Read more...] about Beer And Weed Are Related. Sort of…
What if we regulated weed just like beer? What would that look like?
Picture this: You're walking through the aisles of your local grocery store and you stumble upon a section filled with cannabis products. Gummies, cookies, brownies, and even pre-rolled joints are all readily available for purchase. Sound like a dream come true? Well, if we regulated cannabis just like beer, this could become a reality. Let's start with production. Breweries … [Read more...] about What if we regulated weed just like beer? What would that look like?
First cannabis store with a bar and a bakery under the same roof opens in Illinois
Ana Cruz, left, and Stephanie Fernandez unpack pastries inside West Town Bakery on Feb. 1, 2023, in Wheeling. West Town Bakery and Okay Cannabis have teamed up as the only establishment in Illinois to have a cafe, cocktails and a cannabis dispensary under one roof. The first store in Illinois to combine marijuana and alcohol sales opened Wednesday in Wheeling, with its owners … [Read more...] about First cannabis store with a bar and a bakery under the same roof opens in Illinois
