Unfortunately, we do not ship our CBD products internationally. They contain more THC than is allowed in most countries, and we don’t want any part of an order to be confiscated by customs.

The answer is potentially yes! As our CBD products contain trace amounts of THC, we do not recommend any of our CBD products to anyone who has a toxicology test. The blends to avoid are: Shaman in any form, Hemp Nugz, and the Healing Sacrament line.

The Original Seven blends are made with only 100% legal herbs and are safe to consume! Those blends are: Amazon, Dream Lodge, Kin Nik Nik, Mintz, Moon, OG, and Vizion.

The main difference — you can feel free to swallow and you will find that you want to because of the sweet herby flavor. But, if you want to spit — for the effect or just to look cool — then by all means please spit freely.

Why is our chew 100% edible? Well, for one, herbs are not nearly as powerful on the system as tobacco. Although there are quite a few very healthy benefits of tobacco, in significant quantities, tobacco is actually a bit of a poison. Thus the puking and head spins from chewing strong tobacco or high mg zinnies. But herbs are not nearly as strong and in fact can have both nutritional and health benefits.

Also, we soak all our herbs in certified organic vegetable glycerine for more than 30 days to achieve a premium 100% organic herbal extract which give them an overall sweet and delicious flavor. Our chew is a great way to enjoy the herbs and their effects without smoking. And while they will not give you the extreme head rush of a nicotine blast, they will relax your mind and body and elevate your spirit.

Our Herbal Chew is not really like tobacco chew. First, the Herbal Chew is also more potent than our dry herbal blends, so starting small is key. Second, it doesn’t have the same resin feel, it’s more of a loose leaf approach. It also don’t necessarily have the same intensity that tobacco chew does. Finally, our Herbal Chew is edible. You’re welcome to consume it, although that is up to personal preference!

Although some people enjoy the Chew loose, others do not! If you’re not a fan of loose Chew, tea bags or making pouches out of cheese cloth might help. You can tuck the chew into the pouches and still receive the benefits with less of a mess!

No. Bear Blend herbal chew is an organic herbal preparation intended for adult ceremonial use. It is not marketed as a smokeless tobacco substitute and is not a tobacco-cessation product.

We understand that some people may be in a situation where they prefer discretion! All of our shipments are mailed in a plain manilla bubble envelope or a brown box, depending on the size of the package. Although the packages themselves aren’t covered in branding, we do have some references to Bear Blend on the label.

If you are concerned, please leave a note in the Order Notes section of your order requesting discrete packaging. Pack and ship does their best to honor every request, however, Bear Blend will still be the return address. If you want, please leave an extra note to “white out the Return Company Name”. It may look a little funny, but no mention of Bear Blend will be on the exterior packaging!

We are able to process returns on any undamaged, unopened products! Unfortunately, we cannot accept open products back into the warehouse. Please email service@bearblend.com with a request to begin the return process. After confirming the return and receiving a Return Reference Number, please pack the products safely and return them to our warehouse at:

Bear Blend
Attn: Returns – (Return Reference Number)
4901 Morena Blvd. Ste 1104
San Diego, CA 92117

Once we receive the products back and are able to inspect them for damage, we can issue a refund.

We can edit orders before they have been shipped! If you’d like to update your address, please email us with the request immediately at service@bearblend.com, along with your order number. Customer service makes sure to check all requests before pack and ship processes orders, and will be able to assist with the request before pack and ship begins processing orders for the day.

Pack and ship operates Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. We work with the United States Postal Service, or USPS to make deliveries. USPS usually delivers within 3-5 business days once they receive the package.

If you’d like to request another service, please contact service@bearblend.com. We’re happy to send over shipping quotes for your review!

All retail orders shipping within the United States and its territories that total $69.00 USD or more are eligible for free shipping!

For orders under $69, shipping varies. If it helps, try adding small extras or even some sample sizes to boost your order up past that minimum!

There are a few reasons that this might be the case! The first reason is that USPS can take 24-48 hours to update the package’s location, so it could be on its way to the facility. We’ve also seen cases where USPS has skipped the original scan-in. After a few days, the package pops up closer to the recipient’s address and is delivered within the next day or so.

Another reason is that we make our herbal blends in small batches, and we run out of stock! When that happens, it might take a few days to make sure we have all the materials to get everything out in a timely manner. If you’re looking for an update, please email service@bearblend.com and they can try and find out where your package is!

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All of our herbal smoking blends are 100% legal in all 50 states. They do not contain marijuana, and they won’t get you high. But they will mellow you out and soothe your soul.

Any of our Original Seven Blends do not contain CBD and won’t interfere with a drug test! Those blends would be: Amazon, Dream Lodge, Kin Nik Nik, Mintz, Moon, OG, and Vizion. The Original Seven are safe to consume and do not cause any issues with toxicology screenings.

We do currently have a few hemp CBD products that do contain trace amounts of THC, which could potentially cause issues for those who have screenings. Those products would be the Shaman blend, the Hemp Nugz, and the Healing Sacrament. Essentially, everything in the Hemp section. Please steer clear of any Hemp products, just to be safe, if you plan on being subjected to a drug test.

While these products won’t get you high, they can lead to trace amounts of THC building up in your system to potentially fail a drug test. Drug tests are typically designed to detect THC metabolites, not CBD itself.

Smoking or using CBD products frequently can cause even small amounts of THC to accumulate in your system, especially since THC metabolites can remain in the body for days or even weeks.

Many employers maintain zero-tolerance drug policies, and standard workplace drug tests often cannot distinguish between THC from marijuana and trace THC from legal hemp products.

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To start, Bear Blend does not have any licensed herbalists or health care professionals on staff. We can not and do not diagnose, prescribe, or make any claims about the herbs or their properties. Please consult with a medical professional about utilizing our blends, especially if you are on medications or if you are or are potentially pregnant.

That being said, we are happy to make recommendations based on what we’ve heard from customers over the years! Please reach out to service@bearblend.com with what you might be looking for, and we’d be happy to tell you what others have thought!

If you think to, please send any feedback to us as well, or leave a review! It really helps build the community and gives direction to some people who might appreciate some guidance!

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Can I use herbal blends to quit tobacco?

Yes, smoking herbal blends can be an effective alternative to smoking tobacco. Smokable herbs can help you ease off nicotine gradually and naturally so you have fewer cravings, and can help you manage your addiction with less stress.

Using herbs to quit smoking by gradually replacing tobacco over time can dramatically increase your chances of success. Quitting “by the numbers” can feel intimidating, but the reality is this: if you try to white-knuckle your way through a craving, you’re likely to fail. In fact, nine times out of ten, brute willpower alone just doesn’t cut it.

Around 70% of the 46 million smokers in the U.S. say they want to quit. Yet nearly 95% of those who attempt to quit cold turkey relapse, according to a 2014 study published in the National Library of Medicine. By contrast, smokers who use a structured cessation program see far better results – between 20 and 40% successfully quit for a year or longer.

Is there a natural way to kick the ashtray habit? Absolutely. Herbs are here to help. While success looks different for everyone, many people find they can wean themselves off cigarettes using organic herbal blends.

A Gradual Approach to Quit Smoking Tobacco

By blending tobacco with supportive herbs – and slowly increasing the herbal ratio over time – you can ease your way to being completely tobacco-free with far less stress. No white knuckles. Minimal anxiety. In fact, you may find you’re far less tempted to snap at everyone within arm’s reach.

Quit smoking, naturally, and stay human in the process. It’s a gentler, more zen approach to quitting smoking tobacco.

Start with a 60% tobacco-herb smoking mix. Gradually work down to 40%, 15% and then down to nothing. The withdrawals will be subtle.  In fact, you might hardly notice.

Eventually, it might get to the point where you can’t smoke more than 15% tobacco without getting a headache or wanting to puke. Using herbs to quit smoking is a fairly gradual and smooth process.

Herbs That Curb Nicotine Withdrawal to Help You Quit Smoking Tobacco

A variety of herbs featured in our blends can be quite effective at easing nicotine withdrawal and helping you quit smoking tobacco.

1. Lobelia

Lobelia is a powerful ally in smoking cessation because it interacts with the same brain receptors as nicotine – helping curb cravings without feeding the addiction. Unlike tobacco, however, lobelia offers a range of supportive benefits for the body. It has traditionally been used to ease respiratory discomfort, relax tense muscles, and promote healthy blood flow. Applied topically, lobelia has also been used to help soothe muscle pain and joint swelling associated with conditions like rheumatoid arthritis.

2. Mugwort

Mugwort contains a rich blend of naturally occurring compounds – including triterpenes, flavonoids, and coumarin derivatives – that contribute to its calming effects. Gently sedative in nature, it helps relax the mind, ease digestive discomfort, and support deeper, more restful sleep. Thanks to its subtle psychoactive qualities, mugwort has long been known as a “dream herb” and is commonly used in sleep pillows to encourage vivid or lucid dreaming. By soothing the nervous system, relaxing the body, and improving sleep quality, mugwort can be especially helpful in managing the restlessness and irritability that often accompany nicotine withdrawal.

3. Passion Flower

Passion flower, traditionally used by Native American communities across North America, has a long history as a calming and restorative herb. Whether dried and smoked or brewed as a tea, it helps balance mood, promote deeper sleep, and ease the discomfort of withdrawal. In a 2001 study on the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder, passion flower extract was found to be as effective as oxazepam – without the same short-term side effects. Additionally, passion flower supports balanced blood sugar levels, which can help reduce cravings associated with addictive substances like nicotine.

Bear Blends That Can Help You Quit Smoking Tobacco

All of our blends can be effective at helping you quit smoking tobacco by mixing tobacco in with your herbs and gradually reducing the amount of tobacco, as explained above. The following Bear Blends can be especially helpful.

Original

Our most aromatic offering, Original Bear Blend delivers a gentle, soothing calm with every draw. Crafted with mugwort, rose petals, calendula flowers, and lobelia, this blend creates a floral, full-bodied smoke that relaxes the senses without overwhelming them.

Vizion

Earthy and invigorating, Vizion Bear Blend is crafted to awaken clarity and sharpen awareness. This thoughtfully balanced mix features ginkgo biloba, yerba mate, lobelia, mugwort, and calamus – herbs traditionally associated with focus and vitality. Grounded, herbal notes with a subtle echo of tobacco make Vizion an ideal substitute for those seeking the familiar ritual without the nicotine.

Amazon

Bold and activating, Amazon Bear Blend delivers flavorful depth with a state of alert relaxation. Warm clove notes provide a satisfying tobacco-like edge, making it an excellent substitute without the nicotine. Blended with clove, lobelia, vanilla bean, calamus, and mugwort, Amazon offers a richly layered, unforgettable taste that awakens the senses while keeping you grounded.

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Blends affect everyone differently, so it can vary! To begin, check out each blend to see what effects you might be looking for!

The Amazon blend is our take on a clove alternative. The clove and vanilla come together for a flavorful and activating blend. A milder blend, it can be used day or night.

Dream Lodge was formed to help create calming and dream-enhancing experiences. It’s considered by most to be more of a nighttime blend, and is probably one of our most popular blends.

The Kin Nik Nik blend has a euphoric, cerebral feel. Intended to help open and expand the third eye, Kin Nik Nik’s herbs are intended to help soothe stress. Although it is a stronger blend, this blend can be used day and night for most people.

The peppermint in the Mintz blend gives it both cooling and stimulating elements. Balanced with flower petals to give it a well-rounded taste, it is a milder blend and can be used around the clock.

Another one of our top sellers, the Moon Ceremonial Blend is our most magical blend. With a medium effect, the Moon brings balance and calmness with a floral taste.

OG is, of course, the first blend created by Bear, and the raison d’etre of Bear Blend itself! The herbs in the OG were included specifically to help repair the damage caused by contemporary cigarettes. It is an aromatic, milder blend.

The Vizion blend is meant to with focus and energy. With herbs such as skullcap and yerba mate, it is considered one of the stronger blends and best enjoyed during the day.

If it helps, try some sample sizes to try a few grams before committing to the whole blend!

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How do you smoke herbs?

Smoking herbal blends is a unique smoking experience that’s unlike anything else you’ve ever smoked. 

A lot of that has to do with the way commercial smoking products are produced. More common smokes such as tobacco or cannabis go through a curing process that locks in a bit of moisture to ensure you’re getting the best smoke. 

However, the water vapor collects an ash residue. This is what causes that big cloud of smoke you get when exhaling. This ash can also be harsh on the throat. That vapor causes tobacco and cannabis to need more heat and a heavier lung pull to burn properly. You can feel it in a toke that is heavier and harsher on the lungs.

But Bear Blends doesn’t include that moisture content on our herbal smoking blends – there’s less resistance to burn, resulting in a smoother, gentler hit that’s easier on the lungs. 

The extra heat or pull that normally causes a cigarette to light and hold would cause the herbal blends to singe and negatively affect the taste and the smoking experience. Without the ash, there’s less visible smoke because there isn’t any water vapor to collect the ash, but you are still getting the effects of the herbs. There’s just less ash being inhaled into your lungs, leading to a smoother, gentler toking experience. 

“Sip” Herbs for a Smoother Toking Experience

Our best advice? To get the best toking experience, adjust how you smoke herbs. 

We encourage people to “sip” our herbs rather than inhaling deeply. Smoking herbs is best done as a soothing, meditative experience. It’s more like sipping tea – not chugging a beer. Gently inhale the smoke, let it fill your lungs, and exhale like natural breath. This helps the entire blend burn slowly, smoothly, and evenly.

Pair herbs with your morning coffee, evening cocktail, or a steaming cup of tea. Or you can smoke the herbs by themselves. Smoking herbs is more about the experience – not getting a nicotine fix. Bring your own sense of ceremony and ritual to your toke – make it your own. A good smoke is about stepping out of stress of the world, stepping into ourselves, and appreciating our place in the Universe.

Celebrate wisely and smoke herbs in harmony with the spirit of the wind and the nurturing presence of the Earth.

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How long are herbal blends good for?

There’s nothing quite like smoking fresh herbs. When you open a tin of Bear Blend, the freshness is so fluffy you can taste the spring of the Earth.

That said, assuming you keep these herbs in good conditions (room temperature or cooler in a dry dark area), the blends won’t necessarily go bad. Smoking older herbs certainly won’t hurt you. However, the herbs can lose their potency over time.

Fresh is best. That’s why we label each blend according to best buy date, so you know you’re getting herbs that are practically right off the vine. We find that blends are at their highest potency for 24 months, slowly tapering off from there.

But if you find some old herbs you forgot about, toke them if you’ve got them. No harm, no foul. It’s like finding an old bud in the couch cushions: Why the hell not?

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How often can you smoke herbs?

This can be a personal question that depends on the individual. The short answer is as often as you feel like. Some people smoke on occasion, perhaps with their morning coffee, to unwind at the end of a long day, or to complement an evening cocktail. Some choose to smoke herbs throughout the day. 

If this is your first time smoking herbs, we recommend starting slow. Don’t overdo it. Learn to understand your boundaries. If you’re new to smoking, too much smoke can lead to an over absorption of carbon monoxide, basically making you feel sluggish. Ideally, you want to feel relaxed and content. Just a little bit should do it.

Deciding how often you can smoke herbs can be a lot like yoga. It’s important to know your limits. A good rule of thumb is to smoke herbs when you desire. It’s all a matter of preference. But it’s safe to smoke herbs all day long if it suits you. You do you.

Celebrate Wisely Through Herbal Smoking Rituals

That said, we encourage you to celebrate wisely. Smoking herbs is a lot different than smoking tobacco cigarettes. You’re not feeding a nic fit or chasing a jones. Smoking herbs is nonaddictive and should be done non-habitually. 

We encourage you to smoke thoughtfully, as part of a sacred ceremony. Respect these herbs as a gift from the Earth. Commune with them and reconnect with your natural self.

Smoking herbs is a lot like drinking tea. Sip, don’t chug. Be gentle with the smoking process. This can add to the relaxing benefits and help bring a sense of peace to your smoking experience.

Light the herbs and inhale — feel the green essence of the plant flow through your breath, wrapping around your airways. That’s the spirit of the plant released as smoke. The smoke becomes part of you, just as you are part of it. When approached with gratitude, smoking herbs becomes a spiritual act — a communion with the Earth, the Spirit, and the timeless rhythm of Gaia, who gifts us these sacred plants.

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The company was started by Anthony Singing Bear, a farmer, musician, and herbalist. Although he has Native heritage, he was not raised in an indigenous or Native American community. Like many Americans, he is a blend of different cultures and traditions. Bear developed the blend more than 20 years ago and worked with many medicinal herbalists and ceremonialists along the way, several of whom are Native American.

People often assume a Native American relationship because of the name “Bear” and because of the word Ceremonial.  Although his great grandmother was Apache, Bear did not grow up with any Tribal affiliation. Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Bear’s dad is a first generation Italian American who was adopted into the Hungarian Bear clan (originally spelled Beres). His Mom was born in Texas and grew up in LA.  She discovered her Native heritage years later and did some soul work to spiritually connect —  that was how she found the name Singing Bear, which helped to send Anthony on a spiritual path.

Herbs are a part of every culture. It has only been recently in our human history that we have started to forget the language of plants. We are on a mission to bring this awareness and connection back to everyone. We believe that we all have an innate understanding of plant medicines. It is in your DNA, because it is a part of everyone’s history and heritage. Bear Blend is here to remind you.

You can read more about this here.

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We encourage everyone to heed the Surgeon General’s warning: smoking is a health risk. The bottom line: Smoking anything isn’t good for you and can have adverse effects on your lungs and health.

While our blends are crafted with care – free from additives, chemicals, or pesticides – it’s important to remember that inhaling any kind of smoke can be harmful to your health. We encourage you to enjoy mindfully and with caution, honoring both your well-being and the plants themselves.

Our blends are not safe for anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid operating any heavy machinery, including driving, when using these herbs.

We’re hippies. We love herbs and organic food and do our best to follow healthy lifestyles. However, Bear Blend does not have any licensed herbalists or healthcare professionals on staff. We cannot and do not diagnose, prescribe, or make any claims about the herbs or their properties. Please consult with a medical professional about utilizing our blends, especially if you are on medications or if you are or are potentially pregnant.

We know anecdotally that these herbs can be relaxing, soothing, and help improve sleep, but we make no medical claims this is the case. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns.

Is Smoking Herbs Good for You?

Not really. Any kind of smoke contains tar and carbon monoxide, which is bad for your health. But it’s probably not as bad as Tobacco, which is highly addictive and proven to cause cancer.

Unlike Tobacco, smoking herbal blends does not typically produce the same adverse effects, such as shortness of breath, excessive mucus buildup, or lingering odor on clothing and breath. Many users report a lighter experience, often described as more akin to the natural aroma of herbs and flowers.

Historically, cultures around the world have smoked medicinal plants for their therapeutic qualities. For example, Mullein has long been used as an expectorant, believed to help break up congestion and ease respiratory discomfort. Some traditions also regard it as supportive of lung tissue health. White Horehound has been applied in herbal medicine as an anti-inflammatory, particularly for conditions such as bronchitis, asthma, and persistent cough. Peppermint, when inhaled, may help open the airways and support easier breathing by clearing the respiratory passages.

There is also evidence – though limited and debated – that Cannabis use may be associated with increased lung capacity in some individuals compared to non-smokers. Additionally, herbal smoking blends can serve as a transitional aid for individuals reducing or quitting tobacco. Lobelia, for instance, contains lobeline, an alkaloid with similarities to nicotine that may help ease withdrawal symptoms when used in moderation.

The Science on the Dangers of Smoking Herbs

It is important to note, however, that the scientific literature on the health impacts of smoking herbs remains limited. Most claims are based on traditional use and anecdotal evidence rather than controlled clinical trials. While preliminary findings and historical practices suggest possible benefits, further research is needed to confirm efficacy and safety. Until then, individual experiences and body awareness remain the most reliable guides.

When searching for information on the potential risks of smoking herbal cigarettes, one quickly encounters a range of conflicting and often inconclusive claims. Many articles suggest they are “just as harmful” as tobacco cigarettes, but a closer look reveals that these assertions are not supported by comprehensive scientific research. While concerns about tar, carbon monoxide, and other byproducts of combustion are valid, there are currently no large-scale, peer-reviewed studies directly examining whether herbal cigarettes contribute to cancer or other chronic diseases in the same way tobacco does.

At Bear Blend, we welcome rigorous scientific inquiry into this area. We believe clinical studies are essential to better understand the health impacts of smoking herbal blends. Based on both traditional herbal medicine and anecdotal use, our working hypothesis is that herbal smoke may carry fewer risks than tobacco smoke and could offer certain therapeutic properties. However, until such research is conducted and published, these observations remain speculative.

History provides relevant parallels. For decades, cannabis was portrayed as far more harmful than tobacco, with claims of heightened carcinogenicity that have since been disproven. In reality, emerging evidence has shown that cannabis does not present the same risks as once assumed, and in some contexts may even offer respiratory or therapeutic benefits.

We maintain that herbal blends, like any product involving combustion and inhalation, should be approached responsibly. While traditional medicine and preliminary evidence suggest potential benefits, only careful clinical investigation can establish a clear understanding of long-term safety and efficacy. In the meantime, individuals are encouraged to pay close attention to their own bodies and use moderation to maintain balance.

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You can find stores that carry Bear Blend here!

There is a lot of this kind of sentiment going on right now and we get where it comes from. There is so much pain and distrust in indigenous cultures around the world. So many people around the world struggling for their identity and culture. It is not something that we could ever fully understand. The path that we have decided to pursue is one of inclusivity and mutual respect, to honor all people’s traditions and where they come from.

We are not claiming to belong or draw from any one tradition with our brand and our products. We are attempting to forge a path towards a new tradition of inclusivity.

First, we are not claiming to be Native American or attempting to use exclusively Native American iconography or imagery. Bears are actually a part of almost every indigenous culture in the world and in fact are just as iconic to the Sami people of Northern Eurasia. In fact, representations of Bear Medicine is a common thread in cultures from the Far East to the Far West and North to South.

Also, the truth is that these blends were created by our founder, Anthony Singing Bear — a name given to him by his mother. So they are literally Bear’s Blends.

Secondly ceremonial herbs are a part of every culture on the planet — from Taoists to Hindus, Muslims to Catholics, and Shamans to Wiccan Priests. To claim ceremonial herbs as specific only to one tribe or region is not accurate. Ceremonial herbs are universal and our blends draw from many different traditions. For example, our KinNikNik is inspired by the Dakota use of Bearberry but our Moon Blend is inspired by a more Celtic or Wiccan use of magical herbs in ceremony.

The truth is that, in modern America, we are all guilty of constant cultural misappropriation. If you ever smoked tobacco or did yoga or burnt some sage or did a sweat, you have partaken in the reinvention of some ancient tradition that has been adapted to the new era. The melting pot that is most American human’s DNA does not have a definite through line into a clear cultural heritage. Most of us are mixed up and confused by our identity and heritage. And pure breeds of any specific culture have become more and more rare.

This is the bigger struggle.

As people around the world lose touch with their traditions, how can we create new traditions for our children that instill a deeper connection to nature and community? How can we move forward when so many cultures and identities are all mixed up and diluted? Do we define new rituals? New prayers? Is it ok to draw from old ones? To adapt ancient traditions into modern diverse communities?

Our belief is that every human has the right to pursue whatever spiritual path they choose. They may follow whichever teachings from the elders that resonate with them. We should not deny people the right to walk their own path towards spiritual balance. And this is indeed how we will keep these teachings alive as they are bred and gentrified from humanity. It is the stories that must endure if any of the teaching of our elders are to survive. Don’t you agree?

We are truly sorry if you are offended in any way by the presentation of our brand on our website. But we are not some big corporate hog. We are a small team of spiritual revolutionaries trying to walk a path of balance and doing our best to keep an herbal tradition alive and to share it with others. And, we have received the blessing from a number of spiritual elders from many traditions including the Native American Church.

But we are not trying to pretend to be what we are not. We are only trying to preserve our ancient heritage and connection to herbal knowledge. And to forge a new path of inclusivity and connection.

If there is something that we are missing in this dialogue or some way that we can improve and be more inclusive, please let us know. We are only doing our best to walk the good path and help others to learn about herbs and the importance of ritual.

To begin, herbs affect every individual differently. Effects vary, although their intention might give you an idea of what to expect. Many of the herbs in our blends are known to soothe and relax, such as skullcap, valerian, and hops. Other herbs are more stimulating and known for their energizing effects, such as yerba mate, peppermint, and calamus. Every herb has its own personality, effects, and specialties, depending on the individual. We encourage everyone to experiment responsibly!

But will it get you high? The short answer is no, these herbal blends are not going to give you that “cannabis” high. That high is fairly unique to cannabis. However, we understand that, in the infamous words of David Wooderson (played by Matthew McConaughey), “it would be a lot cooler if it did.”

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Bear Blends ceremonial blends are smokable herbs made from common flora from around the globe. They are 100% USDA certified organic, grown on sustainable family farms. No sticks or stems. These herbs are easy to roll, smooth to smoke, and mellow to the soul.

Open a tin, and the freshness bounces to the surface. Appreciate the consistency, the freshness, the springtime smells of fresh Earth.

Roll them up, pack them in a pipe, mix with Cannabis or Tobacco or smoke on their own.

These herbs work great as a Tobacco alternative or to help you quit smoking Tobacco. They are also great to supplement your Cannabis, stretch out a stash, or mellow your buzz.

Our smokable herbs are 100% legal in all 50 states. They won’t get you high, but they will mellow you out and soothe your soul. Each blend is tobacco-free, nicotine-free, and additive-free.

Each blend contains a special cornucopia of herbs, hand selected for their medicinal soothing effects. Our blends are designed to fit a wide variety of tastes, lifestyles, and purpose. You can read about the ingredients for our herbs here.

They can be used in a variety of ways: as a smoke, brewed in water as a tea, as a vape alternative, as incense – just to name a few!

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Bear Blend has best become known as a smoking alternative for tobacco or cannabis, but herbs can be used in a multitude of ways! That is what is amazing about herbs and plants – as long as they are treated with respect, their uses are limitless.

How to Quit Tobacco with Bear Blend Herbs

People not only use Bear Blend as an alternative to tobacco, but also as an effective way to quit tobacco. We’ll be honest with you – white knuckling it and quitting smoking cold turkey doesn’t work. Nine out of 10 times, you’ll fail. Nicotine can be as addictive as heroin and other opiates.

Roughly 70% of the 46 million smokers in the U.S. say they want to quit. Yet, according to a 2014 study in the National Library of Medicine, 95% who try to quit cold turkey are unsuccessful. By contrast, those who join a smoking cessation program have a far better chance – between 20% and 40% succeed in staying smoke-free for a year or longer.

Herbs can be powerful allies on your journey to quit smoking. While results differ from person to person, organic herbal blends can make it easier to step away from cigarettes.

Many Bear Blends contain Lobelia, commonly known as Indian Tobacco. Lobelia contains an alkaloid called lobeline, which closely resembles nicotine. This similarity makes it a popular smokable herb for easing nicotine withdrawal and supporting people who want to quit smoking. Beyond that, lobelia has also been used as a natural aid in treating alcohol dependence and other substance addictions.

By gradually replacing tobacco with organic herbs and slowly increasing the herbal ratio, you can ease the transition to a tobacco-free life – reducing stress, avoiding the white-knuckle struggle, and keeping anxiety to a minimum.

Start with a 60% tobacco-herb smoking mix, gradually working down to 40%, 15% and then down to nothing. The withdrawals are subtle.  In fact, you’ll likely hardly notice.

Why Bear Blend Organic Herbs Are Great Supplements or Alternatives to Cannabis

Want to cut your weed budget or sustainably control your high? Mix Bear Blend smokable herbs in with your Cannabis, creating what we like to call the tobacco-less spliff. You’ll spend less money on your stash, and you’ll enjoy a mellower high. If you don’t necessarily want blasted into the stratosphere every time you smoke, the tobacco-less spliff is the way to go.

If you’ve quit Cannabis or don’t personally partake, Bear Blend smokable herbs make a nice alternative, kind of like the “near beer” of herbs. It’s a nice way to smoke something green without the buzz.

Why Smoke Bear Blend Herbs

Bear Blend features hand-selected herbs chosen for their relaxing and soothing effects. While they don’t produce a high like Cannabis, they can ease stress, improve sleep and dreaming, and help you relax and ease into the day or cap off the night.

Many herbs offer gentle yet noticeable effects on mood, relaxation, and overall well-being. For instance, tarragon may boost appetite and ease insomnia, while mugwort – often called the Dream Herb – is said to stimulate the part of the brain tied to dream recall. Mullein is prized as a lung-cleansing herb, even when smoked. And that’s just the beginning – countless other herbs carry their own unique healing properties.

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Our herbal blends are hand-crafted into both Herbal Cigarettes or Rolliez which can be a great alternative to other smokable herbs.

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Our herbal blends are hand-crafted into both Liquid Herbz which are also used in Cartridges and Disposables — an alternative to vaping.

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Our herbal blends are originally sold as Loose Blends or RYO (Roll-Your-Own) and they can be used anywhere loose tobacco is used — in papers, pipes and herbal vaporizers.

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Additionally, herbs can be used as an herbal tea, an incense, or an herbal chew. 

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Will Bear Blend get me high?

Not exactly. Bear Blend will only get you as high as love itself. You’ll feel good, but not technically stoned.

That’s why you can still buy our products in Kansas.

The Cannabis high is unique to Cannabis. Bear Blend is not a drug. You won’t feel the same euphoria or even crave an extra-large pizza pie. But in the infamous words of David Wooderson (played by Matthew McConaughey), “it would be a lot cooler if it did.”

That said, smoking these herbs can be deeply soothing and relaxing, like a nice hot cup of herbal tea. You won’t exactly hit Cheech and Chong levels, but you’ll feel good.

The Therapeutic Benefits of Smoking Herbs

Every one of our blends features a variety of herbs specifically chosen for their effects. These herbs have been smoked, put in tea, and used as food for their therapeutic qualities for centuries.

Mugwort, for example, has deeply relaxing properties and can be used as a sleep aid. It can be highly beneficial for those suffering from insomnia. It is commonly used in sleep pillows to improve lucid dreaming.

Lobelia contains an alkaloid called lobeline, which works similarly to nicotine. It can be beneficial in helping people stop smoking tobacco and ease the cravings of nicotine withdrawal. It also helps ease muscle pain and improve blood circulation.

Damiana can boost energy and ease the effects of exhaustion. It has anti-depressant properties and is a great mood booster, and can be highly beneficial for anxiety. It is often used as an aphrodisiac and can increase blood flow and improve stimulation in the sexual organs.

Passionflower can improve mood and be used as a sleep aid. It can also ease symptoms of withdrawal. 

St. John’s Wort can be highly beneficial in easing symptoms of depression and help relieve PMS. It can also improve mood during menopause and improve symptoms of Obessive Compulsive Disorder.

Skullcap can help improve depression and promote relaxation. It supports restful sleep, and may soothe muscle spasms or mild pain. Often used as a natural nervine, Skullcap nourishes and balances the nervous system, making it a gentle ally for emotional and physical well-being.

Mullein offers a smooth, calming smoke that gently relaxes the body and soothes the lungs. With its mild flavor and subtle aroma, it acts as a natural respiratory tonic, opening airways, easing coughs, and relieving irritation and dryness.

Handcrafted, Carefully Chosen Organic Herbs

Herbs have long been trusted as natural remedies for restoring balance and supporting overall well-being. Every ingredient in Bear Blend is carefully hand-selected for its unique healing properties, creating a thoughtful combination that can offer a wide spectrum of soothing, restorative, and therapeutic effects for both body and mind.

Smoking herbs can be deeply soothing, helping to ease tension, improve sleep, and even reduce pain. Blending a variety of herbs with cannabis can enhance the experience, complementing the effects of the ganja with gentle relaxation and grounding calm. These herbal blends can also be enjoyed on their own for a more subtle, mindful ritual. While they won’t technically get you high, they can help you unwind, elevate your mood, and offer a wide range of natural, therapeutic benefits.

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Most of our smokable herbal blends do not contain hemp or THC and will not cause you to fail a drug test.

However, we do have a few hemp products that contain trace amounts of THC, which could cause you to fail a drug test.

These include the Shaman blend, the Hemp Nugz, and the Healing Sacrament – essentially, everything in the Hemp section.

While these products won’t get you high, they can lead to trace amounts of THC building up in your system to potentially fail a drug test. Drug tests are typically designed to detect THC metabolites, not CBD itself.

Smoking or using CBD products frequently can cause even small amounts of THC to accumulate in your system, especially since THC metabolites can remain in the body for days or even weeks.

Many employers maintain zero-tolerance drug policies, and standard workplace drug tests often cannot distinguish between THC from marijuana and trace THC from legal hemp products.

It’s like the poppy seed bagel. You should probably avoid it if you expect to have to pee in a cup. Because when your piss test comes back positive for opium, PCP, and meth, you can’t just say it was an “everything bagel.”

If you expect to take a drug test, stick to the rest of our non-hemp blends that do not contain CBD. You’ll be above board and can still enjoy smoking herbs, even if you’re pissing in a cup that very day.

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No. None of our products contain tobacco, nicotine, CBD, THC, or any controlled substance.

Bear Blend elixirs are bottled organic plant-based liquid preparations. Intended use varies by product (aromatherapy, herbal diffuser cartridge refill, or traditional preparation) and is specified on each elixir's product page.

Pets, especially cats, sometimes are very interested in the blends. Usually, they’re most interested in the blends with catnip, so make sure to store your tins in a safe area where paws can’t get to! In the event that a pet does get into the blends, keep calm and contact your pet health professional if you think anything is wrong. Pets can have allergies, too!

Most of us here at Bear Blend have pets, and we’ve never had issues at home with our blends.

We strongly advise against smoking anything during pregnancy. This includes tobacco, cannabis, CBD, and Bear Blend products.

In addition, we caution against the use of certain herbs in any form during pregnancy.  The following is a list of herbs recommended to be avoided during pregnancy, as researched by the University of Texas El Paso: (https://www.utep.edu/herbal-safety/populations/herbs-to-avoid-during-pregnancy.html).

Although not the same list of herbs, the herbs on the follow list are considered unsafe to take in any form while breastfeeding: https://drhealthbenefits.com/herbal/herbal-plant/list-of-herbs-not-to-take-while-breastfeeding,

As with any health condition we encourage you to consult a trusted physician, listen to your body’s rhythms, and always take responsibility for your health and well-being.

Hi all. I tried posting a video response to this question here on youtube. You may need to be logged in to see it if it was marked as age appropriate.

We have two different types of cigarettes right now that we are selling. One type is a machine made cigarette that uses a hemp filter and paper. Another is a more hand made artisinal style organic cigarette that has a spiral filter filter and hemp paper. The Artisinal style is being hand packed here in our facility while the machine made one was made in a larger facility using our herbs. We are working on putting together another large run for the machine made cigarettes but it is a little bit slow going because we had some difficulty with our business partners that were helping us with those.

So in any case, we are working on trying to get those machine made versions again, but in the meantime, we are working here to make the artisinal style cigarettes in house. Both cigarettes are made with our herbs, just one is made by a big machine and one is made by hand.

I hope this video helps to clarify things.

Please let me know if you have any additional questions either here in the comments or on the youtube video comments.

And if you don’t like one version or the other, please let us know. Also if you bought one version but don’t like them and want your money back or want to change them out for some loose blends or something else, just let us know. We can make arrangements.

Thanks for your understanding.

California Proposition 65 requires warnings on products that may expose consumers to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm. Smoke from combustion of any plant material — including herbal blends — contains such substances. The warning is required by California law and does not reflect any defect in the product.

We can cancel orders before they are shipped! If you’d like to cancel an order, please email us with the request immediately at service@bearblend.com, along with your order number. Customer service makes sure to check all requests before pack and ship processes orders, and will be able to assist with the request before pack and ship begins!

However, once an order has been processed and a tracking number has been sent out, we cannot cancel the order. We do accept returns on unopened products, please see “Can I return products?” for more information.

We can edit orders before they have been shipped! If you’d like to update your address, please email us with the request immediately at service@bearblend.com, along with your order number. Customer service makes sure to check all requests before pack and ship processes orders, and will be able to assist with the request before pack and ship begins processing orders for the day.

We can edit orders before they have been shipped! If you’d like to update your address, please email us with the request immediately at service@bearblend.com, along with your order number. Customer service makes sure to check all requests before pack and ship processes orders, and will be able to assist with the request before pack and ship begins processing orders for the day.

We do ship to most countries! We use United States Postal Service International, which works with the receiving country’s local postal service to clear customs and make deliveries.

It is important to point out that once the receiving country’s postal system receives a package for customs clearance, we lose tracking updates! Each country has its own unique scanning system and procedure, and international tracking is usually not available.

If you would like, we can arrange for other international delivery services! Please email service@bearblend.com and we can send over some quotes for you to review. The most common request is DHL. DHL is faster (3-5 business days), but they always charge taxes and duties and it can get incredibly expensive very quickly. They will charge more for both delivery and customs and taxes.

Please reach out to service@bearblend.com! All we need to know is what you’d like to order and the zip code and country associated with the shipment’s destination. We’re always happy to send over extra information!

International shipments’ timelines can vary, depending on the receiving country and their customs clearance capabilities. United States Postal Service International claims to take up to 6 weeks for delivery. The usual timeline is 2-4 weeks, but it really depends on the receiving country’s customs process.

If you would like, we can arrange for other international delivery services! Please email service@bearblend.com and we can send over some quotes for you to review. The most common request is DHL. DHL is faster (3-5 business days), but they always charge taxes and duties and it can get incredibly expensive very quickly. They will charge more for both delivery and customs and taxes.

International shipping rates vary by country, weight and the destination country. All of our shipping prices are calculated automatically based on weight. You will also find some options such as UPS Expedited International and USPS Priority International. If there are any shipping options that you are not seeing but would like to (including DHL or Fedex) please email us at service@bearblend.com and we would be happy to provide a quote for you.

Note: If you are not seeing the shipping options, you will need to add your complete address (including country) first before they become available.

We do take insurance out on every package, so we can file a claim! If it has been over 40 days since your shipment was created, please email service@bearblend.com to begin the process.

Once we know that the package wasn’t received, we will contact the insurance agency to give them all the necessary information. There is a small survey for you to fill out, confirming that you never received the package. Once you have completed the survey, we can make arrangements for a reshipment or a refund, whichever you prefer!

Import taxes vary from country to country! It is very difficult to ascertain if there will be import taxes, although if you choose DHL, there will absolutely be customs fees and taxes.

Much like the herbal blends, there are a few ways to enjoy the Liquid Herbz! They can be added to water, they can be used sublingually, and some people enjoy vaping them!

It’s important to note that the Liquid Herbz are one of the more potent forms of the herbal blends. It’s best to start small (maybe a half of a dropper to a dropper full) to understand your boundaries!

To begin answering this question, you need to know which type of vaping device you have. There are the classic set-ups, and then there are the newer “sub-Ohm” set-ups. The settings depend on what type of set up you have.

For the classic, standard kits, we’ve found that a coil with 2.5ohms works best. With a sub-ohm kit, higher wattage is needed to balance out the lower resistance. We recommend between 50-80W, with best results coming in between 65W-75W.

Please note that herbs burn at lower temperatures than other smokable offerings. Using lower heat is also recommended, but as always, it is up to personal preference!

A Bear Blend herbal diffuser is a personal aromatherapy device that releases a low-temperature aromatic mist of organic plant essences. It contains no nicotine, no tobacco, no CBD, no THC, and no controlled substances. It is intended for adults seeking a ceremonial aromatherapy experience.

No. E-cigarettes are electronic nicotine delivery systems. Bear Blend herbal diffusers contain no nicotine and are not designed to deliver nicotine.

Bear Blend herbal diffusers are made with organic plant essences and USP-grade vegetable glycerin. They contain no nicotine, no tobacco, no formaldehyde, no Vitamin E acetate, and no diacetyl.

We have heard about good experiences with many differenct devices, but we do have one dry herb electric piece that was created with Bear Blend in mind – Cipher’s NOVA! They have created a piece that works with all sorts of herbs, both cured and dried.

Although we have created each blend with intention, if you really want to, go for it! We encourage people to safely experiment with herbs!

The only piece of advice is to understand how the herbs affect you, as some herbs can be more potent than others. Herbs such as lobelia are better left in small amounts. That doesn’t mean that Lobelia is necessarily bad for you! Please see the Health section for more information.

People enjoy the herbs in all sorts of ways! They can be used as a smoke, brewed in water, as a vape alternative, as incense – just to name a few!

Much like the uses, the ways to smoke herbs are expansive! Rolling up with a paper, using a dry or water pipe, vaporizing, it’s more about personal preference. The only real difference is how you smoke herbs! Our herbs are a little different than cannabis and tobacco in that they contain very little moisture. Cannabis and tobacco usually go through a curing process, which gives both some moisture content. That content is a lot of the reason there’s a big cloud of smoke and the heavier throat hit. The water vapor collects the ash and pulls the combination into the lungs. It also means tobacco/cannabis need a bit more heat and a heavier lung pull in order to burn properly.

Conversely, with our dry herb blends, there is less resistance to burn. The extra heat or pull will cause the herbs to singe, which negatively affects the taste and the effects. The only thing I would recommend is to “sip” on the herbs, and maybe even try using a hemp wick if you have one! Hemp wicks are great for controlling the heat and don’t produce the same butane taste as lighters.

The pieces you’re probably referring to are the inside core stem of the mugwort! When we process the mugwort, the thicker stems break up and get sifted out, but a little bit of what’s on the inside of the stem (porous plant matter) gets mixed into the batch. It’s just not big enough for the sifter to catch. The pieces are not styrofoam, or vermiculite.  They are just part of the mugwort plant.  It is harmless to smoke and is part of the herbs, even though it looks funny!

Smoking herbal prerolls should be approached a little differently than more common smokes! Our herbs are a little different than cannabis and tobacco in that they contain very little moisture. Cannabis and tobacco usually go through a curing process and to give it some moisture content. That content is a lot of the reason there’s a big cloud of smoke and the heavier throat hit. It also means tobacco/cannabis need a bit more heat and a heavier lung pull in order to burn properly.

You do not to pull on the pre-rolls like you might a cigarette. They’ll start to canoe, and the heat can singe the herbs. That affects both the taste and the intended effects. It’s better to lightly “sip” the herbs to get the best experience! Without the water vapor to pull ash into your lungs, there won’t be as much smoke. That does not mean you aren’t getting the benefits of the herbs, there is just less ash being inhaled into your lungs.

We use RAW cones and crutches for our Rolliez! These RAW cones are unbleached and unrefined, and made from a blend of unbleached fibers and finished with a natural gum line. RAW Rolling Papers have no added chalk or dyes.

That might be because the preroll is being pulled a little too hard. Smoking dry herbs is different than smoking cigarettes, and that extra pull will singe the herbs! Instead of pulling, try lightly inhaling the herbs.

It is true that Calamus was banned as a food additive in 1968 by the United States Food and Drug Administration. Another herb that seems to have been labeled as toxic by the powers that be.  The reason behind this is unclear though, as there is no scientific evidence or any verified reports of Calamus toxicity.  To the contrary, in fact — this study investigated acute and chronic toxicity of Calamus in rats after 90 days, and found the following:

“The present investigation demonstrates that the traditional medicine, the ethanolic extract of Acorus calamus lack potential toxicity, as it neither cause any lethality nor changes the general behavior in both the acute and chronic toxicity studies.”

Shah, et al.: Toxicity of Acorus calamus 35 International Journal of Green Pharmacy | January-March 2012 |

Link to the study:  https://www.greenpharmacy.info/index.php/ijgp/article/view/234/247

In general, Calamus is an uplifting and energizing herb.  Calamus has a long history of medicinal and culinary use.  Perhaps the main reason it has been labeled toxic could be attributed to the fact that in large doses calamus has been known to be mildly hallucinogenic.

You certainly are safe with our blends, as they contain only a small percentage of Calamus — less than 1% by weight.

Here is more information on Calamus.

It has been claimed that in large quantities, Lobelia can cause nausea and vomiting.  In small quantities, however, Lobelia can be beneficial. It can act as a replacement for tobacco for those trying to quit cigarettes, as the herb binds to the same pleasure receptors in the brain as nicotine.  The blends that contain Lobelia are the OG Bear Blend, Dream Lodge, Vizion, Mintz, Amazon, Shaman, and Kin Nik Nik.  The amount of Lobelia contained in these blends is less than 1% of the total formula of the blend, and the Lobelia in a tin of Bear Blend is far below a level that could induce nausea.

For more information on the history of Lobelia use and its study as a medicinal herb, this is a good read from world-renowned medical herbalist Paul Bergner.

You can learn more about Lobelia here.

YES!

We are one of the very, very few places online where you can purchase traditional Nymphaea Caerulea otherwise know as Egyptian Blue Lotus.

The Blue Lotus that everyone else is selling as Blue Lotus is in fact NOT the traditional Egyptian Blue Lotus that they are claiming it is. That is right, the blue lotus out there is mostly a fraud.

This was brought to our attention by the farmers that we work with in Sri Lanka. It turns out that the bright blue purple “Blue Lotus” that everyone is selling as a traditional egyptian blue lotus is in fact Nympheae Nouchali which grows very prevalently in southeastern Asia. This flower, also known as Blue Water Lily, is in fact the national flower of both Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.

However, this flower is not the acclaimed Sacred Egytptian Blue Lotus that was painted on tombs in Egypt and prized as a ceremonial plant for centuries. The Egyptian Blue Lotus, which goes by the latin name Nympheae Caerulea, is a completely different plant, it turns out.

The easiest way to tell the difference?

The petals of the flower are a little more elongate or not as wide as the Nouchali and the flower is bluish white. While the Nouchali flowers are bright blue purple. Nouchali definitely looks prettier. But it is not the Egyptian Blue Lotus.

Also, it turns out, that Nympheae Caerulea is much more difficult to grow as it is not nearly as prolific as the Nouchali. The Nouchali flowers tend to grow up to ten plus flowers per plant while the caerulea will sometimes only have two or three flowers per plant. So, it is much more time consuming to cultivate.

As far as their uses in traditional and sacred ceremonies, Caerulea is still the flower that is used. Although both flowers share slightly psychoactive properties, the caerulea is much more potent that the Nouchali.

The difficulty here, is that there is really no one policing the misnaming of these plants. If you go on Google or Etsy right now and search for Blue Lotus, you will find nearly hundreds of merchants selling Nyphaea Nouchali as Caerulea. But buyer be warned, most of these are selling the wrong plant incorrectly?

Why? Well, I don’t think most merchants are trying to lie. Like us, they were probably incorrectly informed by their suppliers about the correct Latin names of the. And this incorrect information may have originated all the way back at the farm where even the farmers themselves were working with incorrect information. We don’t really know.

But the good news is that we are now working with a cooperative of farmers in Sri Lanka who are carefully distinguishing between these two very different species and providing us with the correct herbs.

On our website you will see two different products – Egyptian Blue Lotus (which is not the official traditional Egyptian blue lotus) and Blue Water Lily (or Nympheae nouchali). And, you will now notice, that the blue lotus is a little bit more expensive due to its rarity.

We do offer wholesale accounts, you can apply for one here! We work with quite a few different stores: smoke shops, health food stores, apothecaries, gift shops, and more.

We do have customers write in asking about stores in their area, and we love to send them to any one on our map and support local businesses! Once the first order is made, we add any new wholesalers to the “Where to Buy” map for anyone to see!

Yes, we do have the ability to sell both the loose blends and prerolls in bulk for select customers! Please reach out to service@bearblend.com for more information.

There are some product minimums on our website. As a wholesale account, there is a $150.00 minimum. You can always send any POs to service@bearblend.com and we’re happy to work with you!

We sell all of our product lines wholesale, as well as bulk loose blends and prerolls! We also have some promotional materials, such as posters, stickers, informational trifolds, and more. If you’d like some promotional material with your order, please leave a comment in the Order Notes, and we’ll send some over!

Our most common account is a wholesale account, but we do have a few distributors as well! Please reach out to service@bearblend.com if you have any questions or want to request more information.