Garcia Hand Picked operates as a premium cannabis brand available in over 300 dispensaries across six states: California, Colorado, Maryland, Massachusetts, Oregon, and Michigan. The brand partners with an exclusive network of local growers in each market who become part of the Garcia Hand Picked family.Their product portfolio includes premium flower in collectible glass jars (Tour Packs in 3.5g & 7g sizes), single-strain pre-rolls (Double Doobie 2-packs), and Jerry's Picks gummies shaped like Jerry's actual guitar picks. Popular strains include LA Baker, Florida Kush, Limefire Skunk, Mad Honey, Sister Diesel, and Under The Stars.Quality is ensured through their "Hand Picked Farms" program supporting independent and legacy farmers, offering "Sun and Earth Certified" flower grown under natural sunlight in soil without chemicals by fairly-paid farmers. All products are lab-tested with Certificates of Analysis available, and each strain is paired with curated Jerry Garcia playlists available on their website's "Music Never Stopped" section.
Garcia Hand Picked launched in November 2020 as a collaboration between the Garcia family and Holistic Industries, one of the leading private multi-state cannabis operators in the U.S. After a five-year search for the right partner, Jerry Garcia's daughters—Trixie, Annabelle, and Sunshine—chose Holistic Industries to honor their father's legacy authentically.The brand quickly gained recognition, becoming the #1 celebrity cannabis brand by revenue across the U.S. according to BDSA data and the #9 Cannabis Flower brand in California year-to-date according to Headset. In April 2021, their Super Lemon Haze took second place in the Emerald Cup's Indoor Licensed Cultivator Flower category.Garcia Hand Picked expanded from California to five markets, now available in over 300 dispensaries across California, Colorado, Maryland, Massachusetts, and Oregon, with Michigan launching soon. Their innovative "Bertha" Airstream tour brought the brand directly to fans, creating memorable experiences that blend cannabis culture with Grateful Dead legacy.
Garcia Hand Picked's mission centers on honoring Jerry Garcia's legacy while providing better options for medication, entertainment, and wellness as cannabis becomes broadly legalized and normalized. The Garcia family believes cannabis is a preferred choice over alcohol for pleasure and opiates for chronic pain, wanting more people to have better options as the industry pushes toward national legalization.From plant genetics to packaging design and marketing, every aspect is carefully curated by the Garcia family to create an inspired cannabis experience that's high quality, spontaneous, harmonious, and brings people together in the way only Jerry could. They emphasize eco-friendly practices, sustainable packaging made from recycled materials, and supporting local farming communities while maintaining Jerry's perfectionist standards and commitment to bringing people together through shared experiences.
At Calm Effect, we're drawn to Garcia Hand Picked because it perfectly embodies what makes cannabis culture special—community, authenticity, and quality. As the #1 celebrity cannabis brand by revenue nationwide, they've proven that honoring legacy while delivering premium products resonates with consumers.What sets them apart is their genuine family involvement. The Garcia family actively helps choose strains, products, packages, and partnerships, ensuring every release maintains Jerry's spirit. Their attention to detail—from original genetics with rich backstories to eco-friendly packaging and curated playlists for each strain—creates experiences beyond just consumption.For deal-seekers, Garcia Hand Picked offers exceptional value through their Tour Packs (3.5g & 7g flower) and Double Doobie 2-packs that provide premium genetics at accessible price points. Their commitment to supporting independent farmers while maintaining consistent quality across multiple states means customers get authentic craft cannabis with the reliability of a national brand.