Cookies Launches Cannabis Products in New York, Available in Adult-Use Dispensaries Beginning Nov. 8
Initial Debut in the Empire State Includes Select Vapes and Pre-Rolls, Flower to Arrive in 2024
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–International cannabis lifestyle brand Cookies announces its official entrance into New York’s legal cannabis market with the launch of select vape and infused pre-roll products crafted from its signature cultivars. Starting Nov. 8, both New Yorkers and tourists over the age of 21 can legally purchase authentic Cookies products at Union Square Travel Agency (USQTA) in Manhattan, Strain Stars in Long Beach, FlynnStoned in Syracuse and various legal cannabis dispensaries across the state.
Made possible through partnerships with New York-based distributor Highline Brands and trusted packaging and co-manufacturing partner Final Bell, Cookies’ anticipated entrance into the New York market represents a long-awaited milestone for the award-winning company.
“Launching Cookies products in New York is a dream come true for me. I love this city and we have been working hard to get products to the Big Apple,” said Berner, Co-Founder and CEO of Cookies. “Now that the local regulators have allowed us to do so, we have been working nonstop to bring our authentic products to the state, and to finally be able to do so through our partnership with Final Bell, is exciting. I can’t wait to have Cookies products in the hands of the NY cannabis connoisseurs and spoil the lungs of customers.”
Introducing Cookies Vapes to New York
Adults in New York can enjoy two different vape offerings from Cookies: 1G Dual Chamber all-in-one vape and 1G Cannabis Terps vape cartridge. Both products include a blend of live terpenes and boast proprietary gravity-fed tech for more flavorful hits and no wasted oil.
“At USQTA, we pride ourselves on having the broadest and most innovative range of cannabis products available in New York,” said Dave Vautrin, Operating Partner at Union Square Travel Agency. “The Cookies Dual Chamber switch hitter vape featuring two strains, two tanks and two atomizers creates a truly unique experience and offering for NYC consumers, which USQTA is excited to debut this week.”
The innovative dual-chamber all-in-one vaporizer—available in either Cereal Milk / Cereal a la Mode or Berniehana Butter / Tequila Sunrise—holds two separate flavors in one device, allowing adult cannabis users to switch between strains at the push of a button. The Cannabis Terps vape cartridge, on the other hand, offers single strain exclusives, including Berniehana Butter, Cereal Milk, Gary Payton, Tequila Sunrise, and Triple Scoop.
“Cookies is recognized globally as one of the top cannabis lifestyle brands, with a deep presence and brand recognition in NYC. I am confident that the 1-gram vape offering will be embraced by both Cookies’ loyal consumer base as well as USQTA consumers seeking an intense flavor experience,” said Vautrin.
Fan-Favorite: Tripled-Infused Pre-Rolls with Diamonds
Available later this year in both a single 1G format and a five-pack of half gram joints, Cookies’ sought-after Triple-Infused Pre-Rolls with Diamonds feature some of the brand’s most iconic cultivars, including Berniehana Butter, Cereal Milk, Gary Payton, and Triple Scoop.
The pre-rolls are infused with diamonds, cannabis extract and coated in kief. In addition, each pre-roll comes with a reusable ceramic tip for consistent airflow and a superior burn.
“Starting Cookies in the Bay and finally being able to have our cannabis products drop across the country, in the heart and soul of the U.S., is truly amazing,” said Berner.
Adults interested in Cookies SF apparel, accessories or a variety of non-psychoactive CBD products crafted directly from Cookies’ genetics portfolio can visit the streetwear brand’s flagship store located at 958 6th Ave in Herald Square.
For more information on locating authentic Cookies products, please visit: Cookies.co
About Cookies
Cookies is the most globally recognized cannabis company; founded in 2010 by Billboard-charting rapper and entrepreneur Berner and Bay Area breeder and cultivator Jai. The company creates game-changing genetics and offers a collection of over 70 proprietary cannabis cultivars and more than 2,000 products. Headquartered in San Francisco, the company is actively involved in advocacy and social impact initiatives to enrich communities disproportionately impacted by the War on Drugs. Cookies opened its first retail store in 2018 in Los Angeles, has since expanded to over 60 retail locations in over 20 markets across 6 countries, and was recently named one of America’s Hottest Brands of 2021 by AdAge; the first cannabis brand to ever receive this accolade. To learn more about Cookies, visit cookies.co, and to learn more about Cookies CBD, visit shop.cookies.co
About Union Square Travel Agency
The Union Square Travel Agency (USQTA) is a purpose-driven cannabis dispensary that redirects more than half of all proceeds to the not for profit, The Doe Fund. USQTA is a New York birthed company that believes in the legalization of cannabis, and that the industry should help to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs. The company is made up of New Yorkers committed to giving back, supporting BIPOC-, women-, and LGBTQ-owned brands. USQTA hires formerly incarcerated and legacy operators with support from our community partners, and celebrates design, innovation, and education. USQTA creates spaces that can help transport all those who visit – to a better world and a higher plane of consciousness. Visit https://www.unionsquaretravelagency.com/ to learn more.
About Highline Brands (a dba of Hepworth Pura LLC)
Highline Brands (“Highline”) is the distribution company of Hepworth Pura LLC (”H-P”), a joint venture partnership between Hepworth Ag and Pura Industries NY LLC. Hepworth Ag holds an adult use cultivation and adult use processing licenses within the State of New York. Highline offers an extensive catalog of leading brands and cannabis products to the NY adult use market enabling a turn-key supply chain solution for retailers. Highline, along with H-P’s partner, Final Bell, market and sell products from Cookies, Dosist, and many more. Highline offers products based on its market leading cultivation, and manufacturing platform composed of an extensive outdoor cultivation platform and an advanced 25,000 sq ft manufacturing and processing center across 70 acres along with Pura’s 300,000 sq ft greenhouse. Highline is dedicated to bringing high quality cannabis products to NY along with its marketing and sales support services. To learn more about Highline, please contact Will Ford at sales@highlinebrands.life.
About Final Bell
Final Bell is enabling innovation at scale for the cannabis industry. Founded by experienced cannabis industry operators, Final Bell offers an owned, end-to-end manufacturing solution that allows leading cannabis brands to outsource packaging, hardware, manufacturing, sales, and marketing, to quickly move new product ideas from concept to shelf across multiple geographies. With unparalleled, hands-on experience at all levels of the cannabis industry, deep roots in global manufacturing and CPG, and a focus on continuous improvement in all areas of its business, Final Bell helps leading brands – from craft producers to the largest multi-state operators – innovate, grow and continue disrupting the industry. For more information about Final Bell, visit finalbell.com
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