Award-Winning Cannabis Products in Washington State: A Guide to the Best of the Best
Washington State has been at the forefront of the legal cannabis industry since legalization, producing some of the finest cannabis products in the country. For consumers seeking top-tier experiences, navigating the vast selection of products can be overwhelming. This comprehensive guide highlights the most celebrated cannabis products in Washington as recognized by prestigious industry competitions.
The Craft Cup 2024 Champions
The Craft Cup, held on April 21st, 2024 in Seattle, represented Washington's largest cannabis competition to date. With 43 companies and over 50 brands competing across 18 categories, this event showcased the remarkable diversity and quality of Washington's cannabis industry.
Top Flower Winners
In the highly competitive flower categories, several standouts emerged:
- Jealousy 2.0 by Rocket Cannabis took 1st place for Best Indoor-Light Assist Flower
- GMO Chocolate Diesel by Aloha Botanics won Best Light Dep Flower
- Tahoe Bubba by Pacific and Pine claimed Best Sungrown Flower
- Cosmic Charlie by Raven earned top honors for Best CBD Flower
Extraordinary Concentrates
Concentrate enthusiasts should seek out these award-winning products:
- Strawberry Yo (Gurt) by Krakin Charas was awarded Best Rosin
- GMO by Krakin Charas dominated the Best Hash category
- Apple Zauce by Lazy Bee earned Best Live Resin Dab
- Blueberry Frost by Agro Couture won Best Dry Cured Dab
Premium Vape Cartridges
For vape connoisseurs, these top-rated cartridges deliver exceptional experiences:
- Banana Runtz Rosin Cart by Mad Mark captured 1st place
- Aliens on Moonshine by Lazy Bee won Best CBD Carts
- White Hot Guava by Heylo earned Best THC Cart
Standout Edibles & Topicals
The edibles and topicals categories featured these remarkable winners:
- Coconut and Almond by Verdelux won Best Edible
- Strawberry Citrus by Sungaze Cannabis earned Best Drink
- Orange Cream by Green Revolution was awarded Best Shot
- Comfort by Agro Couture tied for Best Topical with Skin Care by Bohdi High
Northwest Leaf Bowl 2024 Highlights
The Northwest Leaf Bowl honored excellence across multiple categories, providing another valuable guide to Washington's finest cannabis products.
Exceptional Flower Varieties
The flower categories featured winners from diverse cultivation methods:
- White Truffle bx4 by 1937 Farms won Best Indoor Sweets & Dreams
- GMO by High Country Horticulture earned Best Light Dep Fuel/OG/Chem
- Flying Hawaiian by 1937 Farms claimed Best Indoor Tropical/Floral
- Huckleberry Web from Mt Baker Homegrown was recognized as Best CBD
Premium Concentrates
Concentrate enthusiasts should note these distinguished winners:
- Super Boof Cold Cure from Constellation Cannabis won Best Rosin
- Rainbow Belts Rocks from Refine x Mt. Baker Homegrown earned Best Diamonds/Sauce
- Cherry Pie Face from Flawless Extracts was awarded Best Crumble/Sugar
Top-Tier Cartridges
For vape enthusiasts, these carts represent the pinnacle of quality:
- Yellow Mermaid from Minglewood Brands won Best Solventless Cartridge
- Orange Zottzz from CannaOrganix earned Best Live Resin Cart
- Marilyn #9 from Doctor & Crook claimed Best CO2 Cart
Innovative Edibles
The edibles category showcased these remarkable products:
- Pioneer Squares Blueberry Dreams 1:1:1 THC:CBD:CBN from Craft Elixirs won Best Alt. Cannabinoid Edible
- Strawberry Guava Fruit Gummies from Lucid Brands/Binske earned Best Gummy
- Dank Joys from Khush Kush claimed Best Baked Goods
Washington's Market Leaders
Beyond competition winners, Washington's market is dominated by several established brands with consistent quality and popularity:
Flower & Pre-rolls
- Phat Panda claims the top spot for both flower and pre-rolls in Washington
- Legends and Lifted Cannabis follow as the 2nd and 3rd most popular flower brands
- 2727 Marijuana and Stingers round out the top three pre-roll producers
Concentrates & Vapes
- Oleum Extracts leads the concentrate category, known for their honey crystal, live resin, and wizard stones
- MFused dominates the vape category with their premium liquid diamonds extract
- DABSTRACT and Forbidden Farms have established themselves as top concentrate producers
Edibles
- Wyld tops the edibles category with their wide range of gummy formulations
- Green Revolution and Ray's Lemonade follow as the 2nd and 3rd most popular edible brands
Expert-Recommended Farms
For consumers seeking curated experiences, these seven farms represent Washington's finest cannabis cultivators in 2023:
- Fifty Fold (Spokane Valley) - Indoor cultivation featuring Presidential Kush, Tropaya, and Zazul
- Fire Bros (Seattle) - Cup-winning legacy brand known for Crepe Ape, Lemon Slushee, and Pineapple Pancakes
- Lazy Bee Gardens (Winthrop) - Award-winning sungrown cannabis including Bacio Bars, Powder Hound, and Slurricane
- Plaid Jacket (Tumwater) - Newcomer turning heads with Banana Rtz, MAC, and MelvinZ
- SKöRD (Battle Ground) - Known for unique flavors like Animal Cocktail, Divine Kush Breath, and Nightmare Cookies
- Sky High Garden (Seattle) - Small-batch craft cannabis featuring Apple Rain, Mintmosa, and Pineapple Chunk
- Torus (Whidbey Island) - Deep water culture hydroponic grower offering Mint Milkshake, Hyphy, and Tropicanna Cookies
Where to Find Award-Winning Products
Many of Washington's top dispensaries regularly stock these award-winning products:
- Dank's Wonder Emporium - Carries Fifty Fold and other premium brands
- Clear Choice - Features products from Fire Bros, SKöRD, Plaid Jacket, and more
- Hashtag Cannabis - Stocks Sky High Garden and other craft cultivators
- CannaWest Seattle - Offers selections from Lazy Bee Gardens and Sky High Garden
- Cinder - Carries products from multiple award-winning producers
- Have A Heart - Features Torus and other premium brands
When visiting Carter's Cannabis, simply ask our knowledgeable budtenders about these award-winning products. We pride ourselves on carrying Washington's finest cannabis offerings, including many of the competition winners mentioned in this guide. Our staff stays updated on the latest awards and industry trends to help you discover the perfect product for your needs.
Conclusion
Washington's legal cannabis market continues to set standards for quality, innovation, and consistency. Whether you're seeking potent flower, flavorful concentrates, effective edibles, or therapeutic topicals, these award-winning products represent the pinnacle of cannabis craftsmanship in the state.
By choosing products recognized in competitions like the Craft Cup and Northwest Leaf Bowl, consumers can enjoy confidence in their selections and experience the best that Washington's cannabis industry has to offer. Visit Carter's Cannabis today to explore our curated selection of award-winning products and discover your new favorites with the guidance of our expert budtenders.
By Erik
Sources:
https://www.sunandcraft.org/craftcup
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