Top Cannabis Beverage Brands in California

April 17h 2023

CannMenus is excited to present our list of the top 10 best-selling cannabis beverage brands in California, with sales projections based on data from the CannMenus Pro platform over the first Quarter of 2023! Our aim is to provide a view of the best-selling cannabis brands over the first quarter of this year based on our estimated sales and market share projections.

The cannabis beverage market in California has seen significant growth in the first quarter of 2023 with 26% growth in cannabis beverages and more than $14 Million in sales across the state. We decided that it's high time to find out what all the hype is about.

To help you navigate the crowded market, we've compiled a list of the top cannabis brands in California based on various factors, including total sales, share of top brands, top product, average price per unit, and top retailers. We've also included links out to help you find deals on these brands near you using CannMenus search.

The data presented is sourced from CannMenus Pro, a comprehensive data platform that monitors cannabis sales activity across all legal cannabis markets. Please note that the sales figures and other data included in this list are estimates based on a limited dataset. While we have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of this information, it may not provide an exhaustive representation of the market. Please reach out to us directly if you have any questions or concerns about the data presented.

1. Uncle Arnie's

  • CM Projected Sales Range (GMV): $1.7M-$2.6M
  • Share of Sales (Rel. Top 10): 22%
  • Top Product: Iced Tea Lemonade
  • Average Unit Price: $10.27
  • CM Top Retailer: Velvet Cannabis Weed Dispensary Martinez

Uncle Arnie's has been a dominant force in cannabis beverage brands in California, with projected estimated sales at $2.1 million in Q1 2023. They had a significant share of sales relative to the top 10 brands, with a share of 22%. In the first quarter of 2023 they saw an impressive 49% growth in sales, quarter over quarter. The success of Uncle Arnie's is driven by their top products like the Iced Tea Lemonade and Pineapple Punch. The average unit price for their products is $10.27, making them an affordable option for consumers. Velvet Cannabis Weed Dispensary Martinez is one of the top retailers for Uncle Arnie's, providing consumers with easy access to their products.

Use CannMenus Search to find Uncle Arnie's drinks at a dispensary near you.

2. CANN

  • CM Projected Sales Range (GMV): $1.2M-$1.9M
  • Share of Sales (Rel. Top 10): 16%
  • Top Product: Blood Orange Cardamom
  • Average Unit Price: $22.02
  • CM Top Retailer: Velvet Cannabis Weed Dispensary Martinez

CANN is a leading cannabis beverage brand in California that saw a significant growth in popularity and success in Q1 2023. The brand had a projected estimated sales of $1.6 Million and held a 16% share of sales relative to the top 10 cannabis beverage brands in the state. CANN's top product was Blood Orange Cardamom. They had an average unit price of $22.02. Velvet Cannabis Weed Dispensary Martinez was one of the top retailers for CANN.

Use CannMenus Search to find CANN beverages at a dispensary near you.

3. Keef

  • CM Projected Sales Range (GMV): $1.1M-$1.7M
  • Share of Sales (Rel. Top 10): 14%
  • Top Product: Bubba Kush Root Beer
  • Average Unit Price: $11.05
  • CM Top Retailer: Velvet Cannabis Weed Dispensary Martinez

Keef is a well-known brand in the cannabis beverage market, with a projected estimated sales (GMV) of $1.38 million and a 14% share of sales among the top 10 brands in California for Q1 2023. Their top product was the Bubba Kush Root Beer. The average unit price for Keef's beverages was $11.05 during this time period, making it an affordable option for consumers. Velvet Cannabis Weed Dispensary Martinez was one of the top retailers for Keef's products.

Use CannMenus Search to find Keef drinks at a dispensary near you.

4. WUNDER

  • CM Projected Sales Range (GMV): $900,000-$1.3M
  • Share of Sales (Rel. Top 10): 11%
  • Top Product: Higher Vibes Watermelon Basil
  • Average Unit Price: $16.44
  • CM Top Retailer: Velvet Cannabis Weed Dispensary Martinez

WUNDER had a projected estimated sales of $1.13 million for Q1 2023 in California. They had an 11% share of sales relative to the top 10 cannabis beverage brands. Their top product was Higher Vibes Watermelon Basil. WUNDER's beverages had an average unit price of $16.44. WUNDER's top retailer in California was Velvet Cannabis Weed Dispensary Martinez.

Use CannMenus Search to find WUNDER drinks at a dispensary near you.

5. Mary Jones

  • CM Projected Sales Range (GMV): $711,000-$1.1M
  • Share of Sales (Rel. Top 10): 9%
  • Top Product: Berry Lemonade
  • Average Unit Price: $12.00
  • CM Top Retailer: Velvet Cannabis Weed Dispensary

Mary Jones is making waves in California in 2023. They had projected estimated sales of $889,000 in Q1 2023 for beverages in California and a 9% share of sales among the top 10 brands. Mary Jane Jones is quickly establishing a presence in the market. Their Berry Lemonade was their most popular product during this time period. They had an average unit price of $12.00. Velvet Cannabis Weed Dispensary Martinez was their top retailer in California.

Use CannMenus Search to find Mary Jones drinks at a dispensary near you.

6. Pabst Labs

  • CM Projected Sales Range (GMV): $533,000-$800,000
  • Share of Sales (Rel. Top 10): 7%
  • Top Product: Mango Blood Orange
  • Average Unit Price: $9.06
  • CM Top Retailer: Leaf Dispensary Thousand Oaks

Pabst Labs was another top cannabis beverage brand in California, with a projected estimated sales of $667,000 for Q1 2023. The brand held a 7% share of sales within the top 10 cannabis beverage brands in the state. Pabst Labs' top product is Mango Blood Orange. Their cannabis beverages had an average unit price of $9.06. The brand's top retailer was Leaf Dispensary Thousand Oaks.

Use CannMenus Search to find Pabst Labs drinks at a dispensary near you.

7. Tonik

  • CM Projected Sales Range (GMV): $408,000-$612,000
  • Share of Sales (Rel. Top 10): 5%
  • Top Product: Watermelon Lemonade
  • Average Unit Price: $11.25
  • CM Top Retailer: Legendary Organics

Tonik had a projected estimated sales of $510,000 in Q1 2023 for beverages in California, with a 5% share of sales relative to the top 10 cannabis beverage brands. Their top product was Watermelon Lemonade. Tonik had an average unit price of $11.25 for this time period. One of the top retailers for Tonik in Q1 was Legendary Organics in Thousand Oaks.

Use CannMenus Search to find Tonik drinks at a dispensary near you.

8. CQ

  • CM Projected Sales Range (GMV): $368,000-$552,000
  • Share of Sales (Rel. Top 10): 5%
  • Top Product: Strawberry Lemonade Shot
  • Average Unit Price: $14.52
  • CM Top Retailer: Megan's Organic Market SLO

CQ, or Cannabis Quencher, had a projected estimated sales of $464,000 in Q1 2023 in California. They had a 5% share of sales relative to the top 10 cannabis beverage brands in the state. Their top product was the Strawberry Lemonade Shot. CQ had an average unit price of $14.52 during this time period. One of the top retailers for CQ was Megan's Organic Market SLO.

Use CannMenus Search to find CQ drinks at a dispensary near you.

9. Manzanita Naturals

  • CM Projected Sales Range (GMV): $304,000-$457,000
  • Share of Sales (Rel. Top 10): 4%
  • Top Product: Kwik Ease
  • Average Unit Price: $8.72
  • CM Top Retailer: Cookies Mission Valley

Manzanita Naturals had a projected estimated sales of $381,000 for cannabis beverages in Q1 of 2023. They had a 4% share of sales relative to the top 10 cannabis beverage brands. The top product for Manzanita Naturals was Kwik Ease. They had an average unit price of $8.72. One of the top retailers for Manzanita Naturals during this time was Cookies Mission Valley.

Use CannMenus Search to find Manzanita Naturals drinks at a dispensary near you.

10. St. Ides

  • CM Projected Sales Range (GMV): $300,000-$450,000
  • Share of Sales (Rel. Top 10): 4%
  • Top Product: Georgia Peach High Tea
  • Average Unit Price: $9.19
  • CM Top Retailer: Mission Organic

St. Ides had a projected estimated sales of $375,000 in Q1 2023 in California, with a 4% share of sales relative to the top 10 cannabis beverage brands. The top products for St. Ides during this period were Georgia Peach High Tea and Strawberry Lemonade Shot. St. Ides had an average unit price of $9.19. One of St. Ides' top retailers in California was Mission Organic.

Use CannMenus Search to find St. Ides drinks at a dispensary near you.

The data in this article is based on sales projections from the CannMenus Pro platform

CannMenus Pro is a software tool for the cannabis industry that provides truly real-time data on product penetration and sales performance. Our system monitors dispensary e-commerce menu data from over 90% of all cannabis retailers nationwide to offer actionable insights that help businesses optimize their operations and expand their brand's footprint.

We offer the largest retailer menu dataset on the market that continually refreshes its data in real-time (not next-day insights), ensuring that businesses have access to the most up-to-date information available.

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