Features Cannabis CBD Chocolate CBD Marijuana Guide Medical Marijuana Health & Wellness Highlight CT Shopping Guide for Recreational Cannabis-Legal in CT TODAY! Carly Terzigni January 10, 2023 CBD-infused products have risen in popularity in recent years thanks to de-stigmatization, and a new law passed in the state of Connecticut could see yet another spike in public interest. In 2021, Connecticut made it legal for those with prescriptions to purchase cannabis in-state. But as of today, January 10th of this year, the recreational sale of adult-use cannabis will become legal, with nine medical marijuana operators already approved for business. But in addition to those businesses, there are a wide variety of vape shops around the state that already sell CBD-infused products, such as oils, creams, and edibles. Perhaps you are just as curious as the rest of us to learn more about the benefits of CBD (for starters, it won’t get you high), or maybe you are a seasoned pro and want to find new local businesses to support while shopping for all of your favorite CBD products. Today, we are going to focus on that final category (since, after all, we’re all foodies here). CBD can be used in a wide variety of ways, including as an infused ingredient in gummies, coffee, seltzers, cookies, honey, candies, and more. Check out some of the shops around the state where you can pick up some of these CBD products, as well as a few national brands to be on the lookout for the next time you head to the store.Note: The businesses and products listed below are not intended to take the place of medical advice. Please consult with your doctor before starting any new regiment or product.Act Natural Health & Wellness-Thomaston www.actnaturalhealth.comAt Act Natural Health & Wellness you will find all things CBD such as Seltzers, Protein Bars, Chewing Gum, Chocolate Bars, Herbal Teas, Tinctures and Gummies. Looking for a little bit more? You will also find Delta 8, Delta 9 & HHC Birthday Cake Cookies, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Tinctures and Gummies from some of owner Pam Pinto's favorite brands, as well as some of the new strains of CBD tinctures which include THCV, CBN, CBG and CBC. Their exclusive THC bakery line ships in from Burning Acre Luxury Edibles and offers THC Cookies, Cake Truffles, Mellow Mallow Bars, Baddie (Brownie) Bars, Chocolate Bars, and Cyclones (Cheesecake Bites). Act Natural even has their own store brand coming soon! Stop in and check out their “Get Baked” shop. They can ship to you if it’s legal for you!Pam Pinto, Owner, Nutritionist, Hemp Consultant, and Taper Withdrawal Educator, offers private consultations. She chooses each product line very carefully. Ingredients need to be as clean as possible, organic and made in the USA. This is what her customers and clients refer to as PPA (Pam Pinto Approved).Affinity Health & Wellness-New Havenhttps://affinityct.com/Purchase pre-made cookies (including chocolate chip and butterscotch pretzel) or brownie bites, or make your own with infused baking mixes and olive oil. better ways cbd-Branfordwww.betterwayscbd.comSelling vegan, organic gummies, nuts, and hot cocoa mix. Local delivery and loyalty club benefits. Blue Point Wellness-Branford, Westporthttps://www.bluepointwellnessct.com/Products include honey, olive oil, baking mix, brownie bites, and cookies, with flavors like chocolate chip, peanut butter, and rainbow sprinkle. The Botanist-Danbury, Uncasvillehttps://www.shopbotanist.com/Unique brownie flavors include espresso and white chocolate peppermint blondies. Also available are lavender lemon bars, cookies, honey, and baking mix.The CBD Curators-Stamfordwww.thecbdcurators.comDark and milk chocolate bars, Cherry Bomb gummies, apple rings, tea blends, Golden Milk Turmeric latte blends, Hot Cocoa and Chai, infused honey. Also, for your pet friends, they have treats and chewable snacks. CBD Living-Stamford, Danbury, Milford, New Fairfieldwww.cbdliving.comSparkling waters in fruity fun flavors, energy shots, loose leaf tea and coffee, gummies (vegan ones too), chocolate bars. They have animal products, too, such as Calming Dog Chews. Elm City Wellness-Hamden, New Havenwww.elmcitywellness.comWellness center that offers a wealth of services (massage, yoga), items for your Om in the Home, skincare, books, and CBD gummies. Fine Fettle-Manchester, Newington, Willimantic, Stamfordhttps://www.finefettle.com/Products include apple cider snickerdoodle cookies, espresso brownies, pumpkin chocolate chip cookies, pumpkin spice latte mix, and squeeze drops including flavors such as strawberry lemonade and lemon lime.Fritzzz-Norwalkhttps://www.fritzzz.com/Selling their tasty line of chocolate truffles and chocolate bars, which are infused with premium CBD and only uses Fairtrade chocolate and organic sugars. Varieties include salted caramel, toasted coconut, and classic dark chocolate. Harbor Hemp Company-Coventrywww.harborhempcompany.comNew England-crafted hemp oil products like their bubbly infused “Calm Seas” Black Cherry, Mango, and Lime seltzer and lightly sweetened lemonade (call to order this product) and lest we forget your faithful companion, Apple Crisp treats for Fido.New England Hemp Farm-Grotonwww.newenglandhempfarm.comFull-spectrum gummies (both vegan and reg) and CBD K-cup coffee pods and loose coffee grounds are available to shop. Pet treats for cats and dogs, too, made with all-natural ingredients.New Hope CBD-Terryvillewww.newhope-cbd.comFor edibles, they stock gummies as well as a variety of coffees (Hawaiian Dark Roast, Hawaiian Mocha, Hawaiian Vanilla Macadamia Nut, or a variety pack) and dog treats.The Remedy Co.-Wallingfordwww.theremedy.careNighttime (apple cider) and daytime (strawberry) gummies available, as well as dark and milk Belgian chocolate bars and coffee alternatives.Sugar Leaf CT-Middletownhttps://www.sugarleafct.com/Gummies and honey are available for purchase, including national brands like Sunday Scaries.Timeless CBD-Southington, West Havenwww.timelesscbd.comOffering highest quality CBD products, all the while striving to be price conscientious. They have full-spectrum gummies, nighttime gummies that contain melatonin, and their signature CBD coffee. Monthly subscription service available. Zen Leaf-Meriden, Waterburyhttps://zenleafdispensaries.com/Formerly known as Willow Brook Wellness. Available edible products (both in-store and for online ordering) include honey, cookies and other baked goods, as well as beverage drops. Your CBD Store-Multiple locationswww.cbdrx4u.comWith over two dozen locations in Connecticut, they are among the largest hemp retailers in the U.S. Full-spectrum organic gummy bears, organic slices, gummy bears, peach and watermelon rings, honey sticks, and hard candies. National BrandsCannabidiol Lifewww.cbdoilsandedibles.comHigh-quality edibles such as chocolates and an assortment of gummies (worms, bears, vegan, sample packs), including ones to help you sleep like a baby. CBD American Shamanwww.cbdamericanshaman.comShips to all 50 states. Many, many gummies (including sugar-free, gourmet, energy), and honey sticks are available for purchase. Treats for dogs and cats are available, too. Green Roadshttps://greenroadshemp.org/Shop gummies, chocolates, and coffees in stores across Connecticut as well as online. NuLeaf Naturals https://nuleafnaturals.com/A national brand available in shops across Connecticut. Gummy flavors include strawberry, blue raspberry, and mixed berry. Full spectrum pet oil is available as well. Sunday Scaries https://sundayscaries.com/Be on the lookout for Sunday Scaries products in stores around Connecticut. Products include gummy bears and candies, like their Unicorn Jerky. Pet products are available as well. Uncle Bud’s Hemp & CBD, onlinehttps://www.unclebudshemp.com/Are you looking for a more natural way to support a soothing and calming experience?Uncle Bud’s delicious CBD gummies, sublinguals, & candies are here to help! Shop in-store and order online, including a variety of gummy flavors and collagen. Zest https://www.zesttea.com/A national brand specializing in CBD-infused teas. Flavors include Early Grey, cinnamon apple, chamomile lavender, and more. Canned beverages are also available. Look for Zest brand at your local grocery store, as well as online for convenient ordering.