Best In Grass
Crowdsourced cannabis competition putting judging power in consumers' hands nationwide
- Sold in
- 1 state
- States
- MA
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Our story
Best In Grass launched in 2024 as a revolutionary cannabis competition platform founded by Mark Kazinec and Joey Posney, former High Times executives with a combined 12 years of experience running the world's largest cannabis competitions. The duo recognized a gap in the industry where everyday consumers deserved a voice in determining the best cannabis products in their states.Michigan became their strategic launch market in April 2024, with over 2,600 participants judging 200+ products from 60 brands across 14 categories. The success led to rapid expansion into Illinois later that year, where Revolution Cannabis made history by sweeping 13 wins across 16 categories.Best In Grass distinguished itself by democratizing cannabis judging through real consumer feedback rather than industry insiders. Their innovative Judge Kit model allows participants to sample and evaluate products at home over 4-8 weeks, providing valuable data back to cultivators and processors. The company has announced expansion plans for 2025, targeting Massachusetts, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, and Missouri, cementing their position as a national leader in consumer-driven cannabis evaluation.
About
Best In Grass operates as a state-by-state cannabis competition platform, partnering with hand-selected dispensaries to distribute exclusive Judge Kits containing curated products from licensed cultivators and processors. Their current footprint spans Michigan, Illinois, and expanding to seven additional states in 2025.The platform offers comprehensive product categories including indica, sativa, and hybrid flower, concentrates (solvent and non-solvent), vape cartridges, edibles (gummies and alternatives), beverages, topicals, tinctures, and capsules. Each Judge Kit is priced between $75-$280 depending on category and contents, featuring products that meet strict state testing and track-and-trace requirements.Their unique business model benefits all stakeholders: brands gain consumer feedback and market exposure, dispensaries receive exclusive products and marketing support, and consumers discover new products while earning $20 credits for completed judging. The competition culminates in live award ceremonies featuring intimate, industry-focused events that celebrate winners and foster community connections.Best In Grass maintains rigorous quality standards by working only with state-licensed operators and implementing anonymous judging protocols to ensure authentic, unbiased results that truly represent consumer preferences.
Mission
Best In Grass exists to democratize cannabis evaluation by putting the power directly in consumers' hands. Their core mission centers on helping cannabis enthusiasts "Find Your High" through authentic, community-driven competitions that identify the best licensed products in each state.The company is committed to bridging the gap between producers and consumers by providing valuable feedback data that drives product innovation and improvement. They believe real customers spending their hard-earned money deserve the strongest voice in determining cannabis quality, not just industry insiders.Best In Grass champions inclusivity, welcoming everyone from seasoned cannabis connoisseurs to "canna-curious" newcomers exploring alternatives to traditional options. Their platform supports local cannabis economies while fostering genuine community connections through intimate award celebrations.By maintaining transparent judging processes and working exclusively with compliant, licensed operators, Best In Grass upholds the highest standards of integrity while advancing the cannabis industry's evolution toward consumer-centric excellence.