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Sunday is 4/20—the high holy day for those who partake in marijuana, and since it’s been legalized in New York City, it’s more celebrated than ever! Now there are parties, picnics, festivals and pop-ups for every kind of flower fan.
As tokers and edible takers have come out of the shadows, so too have companies that cater to the culture, from dispensaries to accessory makers. That’s why we’ve put together a guide of cannabis gift ideas for 4/20—it’s easier than ever to find the best products to influence your high. And what better way to celebrate the day than gifting your friends and loved ones (or yourself) with something that’ll make them feel good?
Whether you get one gift for your stoner friend or build an entire cannabis gift basket, we’ve got you covered. We’re offering 10 options, mostly locally-based, for different kinds of folks below that you can find in-store or get delivered.
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1. For those who enjoy a little luxury
A private shopping experience at Charlie Fox
If you really want to show how much you value them, book a private shopping experience with a sommelier at Charlie Fox, one of the most gorgeous dispensaries in NYC. Located in Times Square in a 6,000-square-foot, two-story flagship, it offers curated cannabis products, including flower, vapes, pre-rolls, and gummies tailored to distinct moods. You can book this month via SevenRooms.
2. For those who get chill sans smoke
Ayrloom cannabis beverages
These infused drinks are actually yummy and provide a relaxing/subtle high. We’ve tasted the many flavors—yuzu citrus, cran apple, half + half, honeycrisp (our fave), vanilla cola, lemonade, orange creamsicle, black cherry, pineapple mango and sparkling water—and the cannabis is hard to detect, which is a win in our book. They’ll want to take these to a picnic or a party, because they’re a good social sipper. Best of all, these are made by a New York-based, family-run company known for producing Beak & Skiff and 1911 Established hard cider & spirits, so you do not lose out on flavor. They’re fast-acting too, so the high will come right when they want it. They’re available in different formats—1mg to 10mg THC + 5mg CBD—depending on whether bought at the store or shipped. A 12-pack goes for $39.95, a 24-pack goes for $69.95.
3. For those who vape
Mfused Super Fog vapes
Mfused has an effect-based line and flavor-centric line, so grabbing them a Super Fog can really show them a new way of vaping. You can choose a product based on the vibe they want—Turn Up (THC, THCV, CBG in Wild Watermelon), Turn Down (THC, CBD, CBN in Galactic Grape), Bounce Back (THC, CBDV, CBG in Tropical Trippin), Chill Out (THC, CBG, CBD in Blue Magic) and Genius Mode (THC, CBD, CBC in Lemon Loopz)—for something personalized. But if it’s all about the flavor for them, there’s much more to choose from. Prices start at $25.
4. For those who bake
How to Eat Weed and Have a Good Time, a cookbook
Viceland’s Bong Appétit co-host Vanessa Lavorato has a new cookbook out (as of April 15) that is a “playful, practical, and seriously stylish guide to making edibles that are as enjoyable as they are elevated,” according to a press release. This is a good gift for those who like edibles and want to partake in new, fun and delicious ways. Inside, you’ll find recipes like for her signature pot-infused olive oil cake and instructions on proper dosing. The book is $23.13 on Amazon right now.
5. For those who like a little bling
A nameplate necklace with a purpose
Housing Works Cannabis Co and Cartography NYC have teamed up for a new necklace drop—“Stoner” available in silver and gold ($155 and $1,200, respectively), an apple bong ($225) and a 420 medallion ($100). This is a nice gift only if they’re into the stoner lifestyle, though. These pieces work whether they’re the only necklace they wear or in a stack. Even better, whatever you purchase from Housing Works Cannabis Co supports healthcare, housing and essential services for communities affected by the war on drugs, through the nonprofit organization Housing Works.
6. For those who want a grab-and-go edible
Baked in New York’s Wake x Bake
This woman-owned business from Saratoga does small batch live rosin-infused treats. If you don’t know what live rosin is, it’s a marijuana concentrate made from fresh-frozen cannabis plant that has a more complex, nuanced flavor profile. Baked in New York uses this concentrate in its baked goods, which include the Wake x Bake Breakfast Bar—a home-baked protein bar with premium live rosin (45u-160u), oats, nuts, seeds and natural sweeteners. The full-spectrum live rosin delivers a terpene-rich, long-lasting high that is meant to keep you elevated and energized. The 10mg Sativa THC, 6.5 gram-protein product goes for about $15.
You can also grab Baked in New York’s live rosin-infused brownie that has 10mg Indica hybrid THC for a relaxed and sleepy vibe, for about $15.
7. For those who want the best legal flower on the market
Banzzy 1305 flower hybrid
According to Peter Mercado of Conbud, Banzzy is a Black-owned legacy-to-legal flower brand that “honestly the best legal flower on the market.” It’s micro-grown so it’s fresh and comes in three options: Blood Bath, Don Mega and Red Velvet Runtz for about $50 each. Even better, it’s sold at dozens of NYC stores.
8. For those who don’t like the smell
Smoke Fiends
These little guys are personal air purifiers that are meant to neutralize smoke and odors on the go for those who want to be a little more discreet. Smoke Fiends come in different designs—a football, a cactus, a ghost, a pineapple, a penguin and a cat—and can be reused with replacement filters. Each goes for about $12 a piece on Hemper.co.
9. For those who love NYC
An exclusive Big Apple Grinder
If they like to rep their city, this fun grinder can put a pep in their pot—36 Chambers partnered with Sackville & Co. on this limited-edition green apple grinder with NYC Everything-inspired packaging. It’s has three tiers, an aluminum core, “diamond-sharp” teeth, a deep-set bowl and a mini shovel. The collab is meant to “embody RZA and Sackville’s shared vision of promoting a safe and fair cannabis industry, while spotlighting the essence of New York City.” What’s even cooler is that 10% of the profits from this collab will support the Last Prisoner's Project, dedicated to ending incarceration for cannabis-related offenses. There’s a limited quantity of them at Gotham (for $110), so you won’t want to wait on this one.
10. For those who want to be loud about their support
Merch from Buy Weed From Women (BWFW)
Get them cool apparel from a locally-, Black woman-owned and operated design house. BWFW by Jasmine Mans is a local industrial screen printer in Newark that advocates for women entrepreneurs and the legalization of cannabis through its clothing, including totes, shirts, hats, jackets and more. In the past, it’s collaborated with MissGrass, Etain Health, Cannavlusive, Carhartt and Herns Gabriel. Its next new drop is on August 12, plus a portion of the proceeds from “Good Weed Good Women” merch goes to the New York City Food Bank.
