The Simply Crafted Blog: Minneapolis Cannabis News

As we head into another beautiful Twin Cities summer, the question at the local liquor store or dispensary isn’t just "What’s on tap?" anymore. It’s "Should I grab a 4-pack of THC seltzers or a tin of gummies?" Minnesota has quickly become the THC beverage capital of the country. With the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) now fully overseeing our recreational market in 2026, the options for "elevating" your backyard BBQ near Lake Harriet or your rooftop hang in North Loop h

If you’ve been following the journey of Simply Crafted, you know we’re rooted in the heart of Northeast Minneapolis. But as the hemp industry in the North Star State settles into its official 2026 regulations, things have become a bit more... refined.

Discover why botanical synergy is the new standard in hemp. Simply Crafted explores the shift from "milligram racing" to precision-based protocols with the launch of SC Botanicals.

While medical programs serve a vital purpose, the "recreational" (adult-use) side of the market has blossomed into a more accessible, diverse, and community-focused experience. Here is why it might be time to skip the renewal and come over to the garden.

At Simply Crafted, born and raised right here in Minneapolis, we haven’t just watched this revolution happen—we are helping write the code. From our Northeast Minneapolis dispensary, we’ve seen the Twin Cities transform into the undisputed global hub for the hemp-derived THC beverage industry.

Terpenes are the aromatic compounds found in the trichomes of the cannabis plant. They are what make a strain like Super Lemon Haze smell like a citrus grove and Wedding Cake smell like peppery vanilla.

Here is everything you need to know about the upcoming event at The Lowlands, from what to expect on the floor to how to prepare for a night of premium sampling.

Minneapolis has quietly become the headquarters for a new kind of consumer: the "Sober Curious" or "Cali Sober" socialite. These are people who love the ritual of a glass in hand and the buzz of a crowded room, but are increasingly passing on the next-day brain fog and inflammation that comes with alcohol.

If you’ve spent any time at our Northeast Minneapolis showroom lately, you’ve seen the "Sleep Wall." It’s packed with options, but two acronyms dominate the conversation: CBD and CBN.