5 BLACK-OWNED CANNABIS BRANDS TO SUPPORT THIS MONTH (AND ALL YEAR)
Honoring Black history and culture should never be confined to the shortest month of the year. Rather, Black history is impossible to separate from cannabis history — and American history as a whole. As such, we’re using Black History Month as an opportunity to share our favorite black-owned cannabis brands to encourage our readers to add these companies to their repertoire for year-round support.
OUR FAVORITE BLACK-OWNED CANNABIS BRANDS
MUDD BROTHERS
Mudd Brothers was founded by Brendon Robinson and Stanley Okoro, lifelong friends who became brothers; co-founders of 420NJEvents and the Minority Cannabis Academy. The NJ-based duo comes from a long background of serving the community and empowering entrepreneurs of color. They are launching this brand to pair their values and love of community with a deep appreciation for the cannabis plant.
Mudd Brothers is more than a brand, it’s a mindset. Built from the ground up, rooted in the community, and producing some of the finest cannabis products in the country – the Mudd Brothers movement is based on our founders’ principles: remain loyal, stay authentic and get it STRAIGHT OUT THE MUDD. Portions of all product sales go towards supporting the Minority Cannabis Academy, an adult learning institution providing free cannabis education to minorities living in disenfranchised communities.
NOIREBUD
NOIREBUD is a Black female-owned luxury CBD brand that refuses to compromise on integrity, accessibility, or boldness. Founded in Brooklyn in 2018 by Carolyn Gray, the brand was born from a desire to create high-quality, trustworthy wellness products while also acknowledging the deep injustices faced by communities of color in the cannabis industry. As NOIREBUD evolved through three phases of growth, Gray remained committed to crafting products that she and her community truly needed— formulated with care, designed with intention, and always rooted in authenticity.
NOIREBUD isn’t just about premium CBD — it’s about honoring a legacy, filling the gaps in an industry that often overlooks Black and brown creators, and delivering products that support life’s daily highs and lows. Made with love, depth, and an unwavering commitment to its people, NOIREBUD redefines what cannabis wellness looks like.
HOLISTIC SOLUTIONS
Holistic Solutions founder Suzan C. Nickelson | Photo courtesy of NJ.com
Holistic Solutions is built on the vision of a future where cannabis is accessible, socially accepted, and regulated with the highest standards of care. Founded by Suzan C. Nickelson, the first Black woman to own and operate a cannabis license in New Jersey, the dispensary is rooted in a mission to provide high-quality cannabis products, compassionate care, and a holistic approach to healing.
Since securing a medicinal dispensary license in New Jersey’s highly competitive 2019 RFP round, Holistic Solutions has remained dedicated to fairness, inclusivity, and exceptional customer service. More than just a dispensary, it’s a space where individuals can explore the benefits of cannabis free from stigma, supported by knowledgeable and caring professionals. Through advocacy, education, and culturally conscious practices, Holistic Solutions continues to shape the future of cannabis—one patient at a time.
ARDENT
Ardent is a Boston-based biotech and medical cannabis device company revolutionizing the way people activate and administer cannabis. With a focus on science-backed innovation, Ardent has pioneered precision decarboxylation technology, making cannabis more effective, accessible, and versatile for both medical patients and everyday consumers. Their flagship device, the NOVA is every canna-chef’s Easy Bake dream: you can decarb, infuse, bake, and melt all in the same device. The NOVA offers an all-in-one infusion technology, delivering lab-grade accuracy in activating THC and CBD and ensuring maximum potency for smoking, vaporizing, or even direct consumption.
Founded by Shanel Lindsay in 2013, Ardent was born out of frustration with the limitations of traditional cannabis consumption methods. By developing patented technologies for sublingual administration and refining decarboxylation processes, the company has set a new standard in cannabis efficiency and dosing accuracy. Ardent remains dedicated to merging cutting-edge science with patient-centered solutions, proving that with the right technology, cannabis can be harnessed as a powerful, reliable tool for wellness.
