The warm summer months are packed with celebrations—Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July… and National CBD Day.
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Wait—Aug. 8 doesn’t ring a bell? You’re not alone. National CBD Day is still a relative newcomer, first celebrated in 2018 to help the public better understand hemp-derived CBD (that’s cannabidiol, the non-intoxicating cousin of THC). Back then, CBD was still a mystery to most people, quietly gaining popularity in states where it was legal. Then came the 2018 Farm Bill, which made hemp products federally legal, and CBD went from niche wellness item to mainstream must-have in record time.
The goal of National CBD Day is to break down misconceptions, highlight the plant’s versatility, and show how it can be part of everyday wellness—whether you sip it, snack on it, or smooth it onto your skin.
Here in Minnesota, CBD comes with its own set of unique rules. As of May 31, 2023, retailers may only sell hemp-derived cannabinoid products in the form of an edible or beverage for human or animal consumption, or as products clearly labeled for external use only. Minnesota law also allows the sale of hemp-derived THC (including delta-9 and delta-8 THC) and certain alternative cannabinoids—but with strict potency limits:
- Per serving: no more than 5 mg THC (delta-9 or delta-8), 25 mg CBD, and 25 mg CBG
- Beverages: up to 10 mg THC per container (two servings)
- Edibles: up to 50 mg THC per package (10 servings)
These “lower-potency” hemp edibles and beverages are only sold to adults 21-plus, but unlike in many states, Minnesota allows them to be sold outside of dispensaries—meaning you can find them at grocery stores, bars, liquor stores, restaurants, and other registered businesses. In fact, as of December 2024, more than 4,300 Minnesota businesses were registered with the Office of Cannabis Management to sell hemp-derived cannabinoid products.
So, how should you celebrate National CBD Day? Start local—Minnesota brands are leading the way in creativity, quality, and compliance. It’s the perfect excuse to explore new products, learn the latest laws, and support homegrown makers.
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- BLNCD—BLNCD Naturals, a women-owned and operated brand based in Northeast Minneapolis, crafts award-winning, plant-powered beauty, wellness, and CBD products using Midwest-grown certified organic hemp and clean, ethically sourced ingredients. With in-house expertise from an esthetician and chemist, the company ensures every small-batch product meets the highest standards for quality, transparency, and effectiveness. blncdnaturals.com
- CBD House—CBD House in Bloomington provides a wide selection of CBD edibles, tinctures, topicals, candies, and gummies, making it a one-stop shop for high-quality hemp-derived wellness products. cbdhousemn.com
- The Daily Dose—The Daily Dose offers gummies, creams, balms, pet products, and more—combining quality cannabis with a playful approach to finding your perfect “dose” in life, whether that’s self-care, relaxation, or a touch of green-leaf goodness. thedailydosemn.square.site
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Edwin’s Edibles & Elixirs—Edwin’s crafts all-natural, full-spectrum CBD gummies using organic hemp from trusted farmers, ensuring a vegan, additive-free treat that delivers the benefits of CBD without the high—available in a variety of delicious flavors including orange dreamsicle, sour apple, and yuzu fruit. edwinsedibles.com
- Foundry Nation—Foundry Nation channels ’80s nostalgia into cannabis-infused sodas, floats, gummies, and more—blending bold flavors with a laid-back, high-spirited vibe. Try their pet CBD oils, available in strengths from 150mg to 1200mg. CBD oil may help pets by supporting joint mobility, easing anxiety, and promoting overall calm without the psychoactive effects of THC. foundrynation.com
- Moonlight Cannabis—Moonlight Cannabis, founded by a husband-and-wife team, was born from a shared belief that cannabis should be approachable, enjoyable, and healing for everyone. Their Full Moon gummies—packed with 10 mg Delta 9 THC and 10 mg CBD—offer a double dose of relaxation and happiness, perfect for unwinding, finding calm, and embracing life’s coziest moments. moonlightmn.com
- Squoze—Sociable Cider Werks’ Squoze line of hemp seltzers blends fresh fruit flavor with balanced cannabinoid infusions, offering options like Blueberry Lift with 10mg THC and 5mg CBG, Tropical Kush with 10mg THC, and Raspberry Haze with a mellow 5mg THC and 5mg CBD. sociablecider.com/squoze-hemp
- Superior Molecular—Founded in 2017, Superior Molecular specializes in premium cannabinoid and food additive ingredients, delivering top-tier quality to Minnesota businesses and consumers. Their Sota Drops CBD offers an easy, water-soluble way to enhance any drink—just twist, drop, and reseal. superiormolecular.com
- True Bloom Wellness—True Bloom Wellness, founded by a Minnesota couple inspired by the healing benefits cannabis brought to the co-founder’s mother, offers premium, science-backed hemp products designed to support overall well-being. With over a decade of experience and a commitment to quality, they partner with top GMP-certified growers to create lotions, creams, oils, gummies, sublingual strips, and more. truebloomwellness.com
