The origin story behind the #1 cannabis wellness brand in California, Papa and Barkley, is a deeply personal one for the brand’s founder, Adam Grossman. The story begins with Grossman’s father, lovingly referred to as “Papa” and their family dog, “Barkley.”
When Papa developed a debilitating back condition, he quickly went from being mobile to bed ridden to hospice. The outlook was bleak. When doctors told Grossman that Papa likely wouldn’t survive long if he remained bedridden, rather than accepting his father’s fate, Grossman sprung to action to create his own back pain relief product. Familiar with the potential healing properties of cannabis, Grossman started cooking up a cannabis-infused balm in a crockpot.
The next day, when he applied his concoction to his dad’s bad back, the results were incredible; Papa got out of bed! In time, Papa began showing signs of improvement, and in an incredibly rare occurrence, he ultimately got off hospice entirely. That crock-pot experiment became known as Releaf Balm, the product that launched the Papa and Barkley brand. As you can see, this solventless CBD and THC pain balm is a true labor of love.
Papa & Barkley’s Releaf Balm and other products are now available at KindPeoples Dispensary in Santa Cruz. Explore the transformative power of this cannabis wellness brand and discover the product that started it all.
Papa and Barkley Releaf Balm
The Papa and Barkley Releaf Balm is plant medicine at its very best. Driven by the belief that anything going in or on your body should be clean and natural, the P&B team developed a proprietary, solventless extraction process. This process is their promise that neither chemicals nor solvents ever touch their CBD and THC balms.
First, the Humboldt County based team procures the highest quality California cannabis from their local farming partners in the Emerald Triangle. Then, through a combination of heat, water and pressure, Papa and Barkley separates the medicinal compounds from the plant matter. The resulting full-spectrum cannabis oil is then combined with coconut oil, essential oils, including lavender and eucalyptus, and vitamin E and organic beeswax.
The Releaf Balm is available in two distinct formulas; the 3:1 or 1:3. These ratios refer to the amount of THC compared to the CBD, or vice versa. The CBD rich formula is ideal for everyday pain and inflammation. Likewise, the THC rich balm is best to ease sharp aches and pains. Neither of these products induce psychoactivity; thus, you can enjoy all day pain relief without compromising your clarity of mind.
Explore the Papa and Barkley Releaf collection at KindPeoples Ocean Street and Soquel Avenue.
Active Releaf Balm Stick
The new pain relief roll on stick from Papa and Barkley uses their same solventless, full-spectrum cannabis oil, with an infusion of menthol. Menthol generates a cooling and soothing sensation, making it an effective pain reliever. Papa and Barkley’s roll on pain relief was designed to be your exercise partner. Apply the relief stick before or after a workout to soothe sore muscles, maximize your performance and reach your goals.
Of all the Papa and Barkley releaf products, the Active Stick contains the highest THC strength per milligram, but that doesn’t mean it induces psychoactivity. Topical cannabis penetrates the skin but can’t reach the bloodstream; therefore, these products help with relief, comfort and flexibility without inducing any type of high.
Blackberry and Elderberry Sleep Gummies
Papa and Barkley’s Sleep Releaf Gummies are scientifically proven to help consumers fall asleep faster, sleep longer, and wake up without grogginess. Unlike many sleep aids, Papa & Barkley’s solventless gummies are all-natural and free from artificial additives, ensuring a clean and healthy night’s sleep. These Emerald Cup-winning sleep gummies contain 2 mg of CBD, 4 mg of THC and 1 mg of CBN. This cannabinoid concoction works to maximize relaxation, comfort and sleepiness, and will induce light to moderate psychoactivity. If you’re nervous about edible dosing, check out our blog on the subject.
These gummies are the only CBN sleep product in the California cannabis market that has scientifically proven its efficacy. Thus, consumers can trust they are choosing a product backed by rigorous scientific research and a commitment to quality. The best part? Their delicious blackberry elderberry flavor makes taking your nightly sleep aid an experience you’ll look forward to all day long.
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Papa & Barkley’s Releaf Balm and other products are now available at KindPeoples Dispensary in Santa Cruz. Explore the transformative power of this cannabis wellness brand. Shop Papa & Barkley at KindPeoples Ocean Street and Soquel Avenue.