4/20 High Times and Good Vibes

High Times and Good Vibes

Happy Belated 4/20! This year, April 20th wasn't just a day on the calendar—it was a cultural carnival for the cannabis community.

With a record number of states lighting up legalization, the "high" holiday falling on a chill Saturday, we saw the cannabis industry roll out some pretty "dope" numbers. Let’s dive into how this year's 4/20 sparked joy—and sales—across the board!

Smoking Hot Sales Stats

This 4/20, the industry wasn’t just blowing smoke. Companies like Dutchie handled a blazing trail of over 2 million transactions, cashing in at $165 million—a whopping 50% jump from last year's celebrations.

Despite some tech hiccups where Dutchie’s systems took a short nap during the rush, most companies kept their cool. Flowhub, another big player, was all gas, no brakes, doubling their last year's volume with a grand total of $83.6 million in sales.

The Rising Stars: Cannabis and Hemp Beverages

Now, let’s talk drinks. Not your grandpa's beer, but something a bit more... herbal. Cannabis and hemp beverages are popping off shelves faster than bubbly at a New Year’s party. Over at Hemp House Minnesota, they told me their shelves were cleared with a record number of bevvy orders—talk about high demand!

This year, it wasn’t just about smoking or vaping. Nope, sipping was equally hip. With over 3,000 cans of BuzPop and 2,500 cans of Wunder flying off the shelves, it’s clear that when it comes to getting lit, the method might just be in the madness of these magical elixirs.

Wrapping Up: A Toke to Remember

This 4/20 was more than just a puff in the wind—it was a gust of progress, blowing through the barriers of prohibition and into a greener, more accepting world. And hey, while the tech may have hit a few bumps, the spirit of 4/20 was unbreakable. So here’s to another year of breaking records, stereotypes, and maybe, just maybe, a few more glass ceilings (or glass pipes, if that’s more your style). Stay lifted, my friends!