A cannabis business with two locations in Cayuga County is getting ready to open its third - inside Fingerlakes Mall. Consulting and marketing firm I'm... is helping the business with its expansion plans, which includes the addition of a weed bar. This is just one example of the growing trend of weed bars popping up across the country, as the legalization of cannabis creates new opportunities for entrepreneurs.
One such example is in the Kansas City suburb in Missouri, which recently passed a new ordinance to allow for the consumption of recreational weed and joints indoors. This marks a significant shift in the state's attitude towards cannabis, and is a sign of the growing acceptance of the drug nationwide.
However, with the rise of weed bars comes a new set of questions and concerns. For example, do you know where your weed comes from? We're not talking about its genetic lineage, but rather where it was grown and the conditions under which it was produced. As the industry becomes more mainstream, it's important for consumers to be aware of the potential risks associated with consuming cannabis that has been grown under questionable or unsafe conditions.
Despite these concerns, the trend of weed bars shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, the first store in Illinois to combine marijuana and alcohol sales opened recently in Wheeling, with its owners hoping to make it a place where people can come together to enjoy both substances in a safe and welcoming environment.
This trend has also led to the creation of new business opportunities, such as the Oakland County dispensary that is giving one lucky couple a wedding for free, complete with a weed bar and budtenders to help guests pick the perfect strain for their needs. This is just one example of how the cannabis industry is expanding into new areas, and creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs and consumers alike.
Of course, not everyone is on board with the idea of weed bars. In Massachusetts, for example, although recreational cannabis use was legalized by ballot vote in 2016, there is still a lot of resistance to the idea of social consumption. Some argue that it could lead to increased drug use and impaired driving, while others worry about the impact on public health and safety.
Despite these concerns, there are many who believe that weed bars are the future of cannabis culture. Ceylon House co-owner Venushki “Venus” Hemachandra, for example, sees the potential for her Burtonsville lounge to "help people build community around cannabis, and to create a safe and welcoming space for people to come together and enjoy the plant."
Overall, the rise of weed bars is a sign of the changing attitudes towards cannabis in our society, and the growing acceptance of the drug as a legitimate and valuable part of our culture. Whether you're a seasoned smoker or a curious newbie, there's no denying that the trend of weed bars is here to stay. So why not grab a drink, take a seat, and enjoy the ride?
