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Every CBD oil, CBD gummy, and CBD topical product made by Cornbread Hemp uses hemp sourced from a single USDA organic farm in central Kentucky that’s been in the same family for generations. They take this a step further, as many of their products have achieved USDA certified organic status. The brand’s hemp flower is processed using organic sugarcane ethanol to create a flower-only full-spectrum hemp extract, which is combined with organic MCT oil to create moderate and strong tincture options.

“Our brand name comes from the ‘Cornbread Mafia,’ a superlative band of outlaw cannabis cultivators who kept Kentucky’s cannabis traditions alive through decades of prohibition. It is in this tradition of cannabis excellence that Cornbread Hemp was born,” says Cornbread Hemp co-founder Jim Higdon.

CBD products affect everyone differently, so Cornbread Hemp provides the opportunity for customers to try the products to see if they work for their needs. “If we don’t meet a customer’s expectations, we offer them a full refund through our 30-day satisfaction guarantee,” says Higdon.

Sustainability & sourcing: Cornbread Hemp stands out with many clean, USDA certified organic formulas, which are third-party tested and offered with a 30-day money back guarantee.

Transparency: Cornbread Hemp products are tested by a third-party lab, and reports are available on the Cornbread Hemp website and via a QR code on every package.

FAB CBD’s top tincture is the 2,400 CBD + CBG Oil, which the brand considers its gold standard. Leveraging full-spectrum hemp, the bottle contains 1,200 mg of CBD and 1,200 mg of cannabigerol (CBG), a cannabinoid often called the “mother cannabinoid.”

Each serving delivers 20 mg of CBD and 20 mg of CBG. Early, preclinical research indicates that CBD and CBG can support the inflammatory response, boosting the potential perks of this formula.*

Available in three flavors, the tincture delivers 60 servings, which equates to 0.5mL or half a dropper per each dose. FAB CBD founder Josh Delaney says to “always start small, start slow.”

The brand offers an array of dosages to ensure customers can easily scale up or down. “Once you learn your right serving size for the amount you need to solve the problem you have, then you know how to buy going forward,” Delaney says.

Sustainability & sourcing: Most of FAB CBD’s hemp is organically grown in Colorado (some comes from Wisconsin), and the flavoring used in this pick is also organic. However the MCT oil used is not organic.

Transparency: All products are third-party tested, with lab reports available on the FAB CBD website.

One of CBDistillery’s most popular products is its full-spectrum hemp CBD oil tincture, which offers the “entourage effect.” This means the full range of cannabinoids in the hemp (plus terpenes, flavonoids, and fatty acids) are working together to further CBD’s leading effects on the body. As a result, the tinctures also include small amounts of CBN, CBG, and CBDA, all delivered in an MCT oil.

The Relief + Relax formula comes in a handful of sizes, which vary in dosage from a gentle 17 mg of CBD per serving to an extra-strength 167 mg of CBD pers serving. In addition to the original full-bodied, earthy flavor, the brand also offers peach ginger and mango options within its Relief Line.

Sustainability & sourcing: Similar to cbdMD, CBDistillery only sources non-GMO hemp grown within the United States (i.e there’s no special focus on organic ingredients or sustainability). These factors reduce the cost of the product significantly.

Transparency: CBDistillery is certified by the U.S. Hemp Authority, and each product contains a unique scannable QR code that takes you directly to the product’s individual third-party testing results.

While some CBD oils have up to 0.3% THC (the legal limit in hemp CBD products), the isolate formulas separate the isolate from other phytocannabinoids to ensure there’s no trace of THC. Medterra specializes in CBD isolate products, with a proprietary extraction method that ensures zero THC (proven by the certificate of analysis).

Once extracted, the cannabidiol is combined with organic MCT oil to create an unflavored tincture. The formula comes in three strengths, including gentle, moderate, and strong dosage options. Along with a discount subscription to save, the tincture comes in an extra-large 6000mg size for added value.

Sustainability & sourcing: The brand uses organically grown Kentucky-sourced hemp in its products, as well as organic MCT oil for tinctures (although the final product is not USDA certified organic). All hemp is US Hemp Authority certified with formulas created by medical professionals. However, there’s no extra initiatives taken by the brand to promote sustainability.

Transparency: You can easily find product certificates of analysis on the Medterra website.

Charlotte Web’s newest CBD oil is also its most potent; the USDA certified organic pick packs 60 mg of CBD per serving. The higher dose is a result of a CO2 extraction process, an environmentally friendly process that breaks away from the brand’s signature alcohol extraction (which is labor intensive and produces a more hemp-forward flavor).

This full-spectrum option comes in two bottle sizes, which offer either 30 or 100 servings. Both bottles feature a demarcated dropper to easily dole out the desired serving (so you can take less or a weaker dosage). You’ll also have the option of three flavors: orange blossom, lemon twist, or mint chocolate.

Sustainability & sourcing: Charlotte’s Web is a certified B corporation, which means the company is committed to transparency and accountability to run ethically and sustainability. Although all the brand’s hemp is grown on certified organic U.S. family farms, not all products are certified organic. Charlotte’s Web was one of the first CBD companies recognized by the U.S. Hemp Authority™ certification program, an approval process that requires strict CBD standards, including passing a third-party audit.

Transparency: You can view Charlotte’s Web Certificates of Analysis on the Charlotte’s Web website, or use the QR code printed on the packaging to quickly access results.

CbdMD’s broad-spectrum CBD oil not only packs 200 mg of broad-spectrum CBD per serving, but it also includes other hemp phytocannabinoids for added benefits. The combination of cannabidiol, cannabigerol, and cannabinol is combined with MCT oil to help maximize absorption, as cannabinoids are fat-soluble in nature.

While the higher potency extract and CBD dose means the hemp flavor of this formula is more prominent, it comes in three flavors (mint, orange, and berry) for those who want to mask the earthy flavor. For the best absorption, the brand suggests holding the tincture under your tongue for 30 to 60 seconds.

Sustainability & sourcing: While cbdMD only sources hemp grown within the United States, it doesn’t prioritize organic farms or make any extra strides within sustainability. However it does offer the best value per mg of CBD of any brand on our list. It also packaging oil within a glass bottle, rather than using plastic packaging.

Transparency: Lab results can easily be found on the product checkout pages.