2022 WINNERS - WORLD CBD AWARDS

The 2022 World CBD Awards were a roaring success, bringing hundreds of attendees from all around the globe to celebrate the industry but more importantly to set global standards and give people are bar to aim for, in 2023

Best European Retailer - Holland & Barrett
Holland & Barrett is a multinational chain of health food shops with over 1,300 stores in 16 countries, including a substantial presence in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Netherlands, Belgium, Mainland China, Hong Kong, India, Saudi Arabia and UAE. Also the leading distributor of CBD across the UK and Europe.

Best International Retailer - Just CBD
JustCBD (JustCBD) is a relatively new CBD brand in the CBD industry. The company only started in 2017 and is based in Florida. It has been said that its founders are people with experiences in CBD and cannabis research. Because of that, they are still able to sell high-quality CBD products, even though they are new in this industry. With over 25,000 5 star reviews JustCBD have made a name for themselves at the top of the game.

Best European Distributor - Simply Green
Founded in 2016 by Or Eldan and Gabriel Turner, Simply Green started as a Cannabis smoking shop located in the heart of Amsterdam. Through hard work and passion for their niche, Gabriel and Or helped to effectively understand the needs of cannabis retailers in a market that is growing exponentially around the globe.
Today, the company has grown to become one of the largest B2B cannabis-related distribution companies in the world. We currently have pending ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 distribution certifications as well.

Best International Distributor - GenCanna Europe
GenCanna helped lead the introduction of Kentucky’s groundbreaking 2014 Hemp Pilot Program. And every year since, they’ve innovated processes and spearheaded regulations that continue to accelerate industry growth. Gencanna’s biomass, infusion science and compliance provide a solid, trusted foundation, enabling customers to profitably commercialise CBD and other quality cannabinoids. They offer a broad and innovative variety of custom formulations, value-added products, and premium bulk ingredients

Best CBD Laboratory - Triverity Labs
The primary goal of Triverity Laboratories is to work with and support our partner clients in the cannabinoid industry as together we strive to achieve the highest levels of global regulatory testing and compliance.
Triverity Labs are committed to maintaining best-in-class standards of product testing across a global network of ISO 17025-accredited laboratories and they keep fully abreast of the ever-changing CBD regulatory landscape.

Best CBD White Label - Taylor Mammon & Nathan Limited
Taylor Mammon is a complete 360 turnkey solution provider? Let’s start with unparalleled expertise — the industry, product, and market knowledge to consult with you on every aspect of entering the CBD space. Whether you’re based in the UK and looking to expand worldwide or you’d like to penetrate the UK, Taylor Mammon has your CBD brand development solution.

Best Hemp Farmer - Greentech Holdings
GreenHeart team has a global model focused on producing CBD (the legal derivative of hemp) and targeting increased CBD cultivation by farmers worldwide by modelling multiple cases of expansion using blockchain technology and market leading DeFi platforms. Utilising the official Greenheart CBD Decentralised Application (dApp), they provide technology loans to farmers to grow CBD internationally.

Best Raw Material Supplier - GenCanna Europe
GenCanna helped lead the introduction of Kentucky’s groundbreaking 2014 Hemp Pilot Program. And every year since, they’ve innovated processes and spearheaded regulations that continue to accelerate industry growth. Gencanna’s biomass, infusion science and compliance provide a solid, trusted foundation, enabling customers to profitably commercialise CBD and other quality cannabinoids. They offer a broad and innovative variety of custom formulations, value-added products, and premium bulk ingredients

CBD Influencer - Kannavape S.R.O
Sebastien Beguerie is the founder and CEO of Kanavape. Sebastien is a well-known expert in the world of CBD and the overall hemp industry. He earned a master’s degree in Plant Sciences from Wageningen University in the Netherlands, and it is his scientific background that has led him to conduct hundreds of controlled laboratory tests on cannabis and work with the world’s leading medical cannabis companies and experts.

Industry Newcomer - Kanndela Labs
Kanndela comes from the Latin word “candela” which means to give light. At Kanndela, wellness is a fundamental human right. By producing alternative products, we hope to alleviate some of life’s daily struggles. This is our purpose to “give light” to the world.

Product Innovation - Greentech Holdings
GreenHeart team has a global model focused on producing CBD (the legal derivative of hemp) and targeting increased CBD cultivation by farmers worldwide by modelling multiple cases of expansion using blockchain technology and market leading DeFi platforms. Utilising the official Greenheart CBD Decentralised Application (dApp), they provide technology loans to farmers to grow CBD internationally.

Best Social Media Campaign - Magic King Brussels
Our StoryMagic King was founded on November 30, 2019 by two brothers Gjino & Mateo.After graduating in Brussels, they moved to Amsterdam, where the passion for the world of cannabis was born.Once Belgium has legalised CBD, thanks to their experience and passion in the sector, they decided to create the first Belgian world brand of cannabis "MAGIC KING BRUSSELS" and opened a whole new concept of cannabis store in Brussels.They wanted to create a place that everyone is welcome and can enjoy the privilege of being themselves.

Most Charitable - Reakiro
Reakiro is a leading European GMP/HACCP/GHP certified manufacturer and supplier of full-spectrum CBD oils, creams, and capsules. Reakiro’s award-winning creative product design is outstanding and its customer service is considered to be among the best.
With full control of its CBD production, Reakiro provides a highly sophisticated, superior product. From sourcing seeds to product design, accurate formulation, and packaging, Reakiro is involved in every step of the production process. To stand by its quality standards, Reakiro utilises traceable batch codes printed on each individual consumer product for full transparency and trust.

Best CBD Magazine - Cannabis Health magazine
H&W Media is a publishing and content business serving cannabis and related industries. Our mission is to destigmatize cannabis, deliver world class storytelling and empower readers with vital information. We do this through a portfolio of in-house titles and our custom writing and publishing services. Our flagship platform, Cannabis Health, is the UK's leading title highlighting the role of cannabis in health and wellbeing with the aim of challenging mainstream misconceptions and improving access through education.

Best CBD Book - Walter the Wizard and the Magic Seed
Walter is a wizard on a mission to help spread awareness and education surrounding the cannabis plant and its many healing properties surrounding the endocannabinoid system.
Would you like the stigma removed from your household? Look no further as Walter will create a new learning narrative for our future generations to come.

Best Packaging Company - Duallok
Developed by an award-winning design team to provide the most beautiful, user friendly and compliant package for vapes, edibles, pre-rolls and more.
The patented double-lock design, certified under the 16 CFR 1700 guidelines for child resistance with easy opening for seniors, keeps kids safe and brands compliant.

Best CBD Device - CCell - CCell Cartridge
With the continuous pursuit of excellence and innovation, CCELL has become one of the world‘s largest vaporizer suppliers in just five short years since its establishment in 2016. CCELL’s parent company SMOORE is the most renowned world-class vaping device provider who revolutionised the industry by introducing the world’s first ceramic heating component. SMOORE owns multiple independent research institutes and state-of-the-art production facilities.

Best CBD Flower - Marry Jane AG
Marry Jane is a brand founded by true believers in the good that real CBD can do. Operating from the largest indoor CBD facility in Europe the main goal of the company is to bring the consumers affordable Swissness of the highest quality.

Best CBD Vape - Third Eye Cannabinoids - Tahoe OG
Founded in 2021, Third eye Cannabinoids is a vision from two passions of this plant with an active knowledge of self. We aim at sharing our core value of "Conscious Business" on this market to support its growth and evolution. Formulating efficient and quality products for those in need is our priority.

Best CBD Cosmetic - Medicanna Ltd - Ethica Cleanse and Smooth CBD Infused Facial Scrub
The ‘why’ behind Ethica CBD is simple. Our founders know from experience that high quality CBD can lead to a happier, more balanced lifestyle. That’s why they formed Medicanna, EthicaCBD’s parent company who champion good practice in the industry and source the best products available worldwide. Our team has collaborated with world-class industry experts, and developed plant-based products to help people find their mental balance,optimise their physical health and be their best, everyday.

Best Pet Range - Sky Wellness - Do Oh Gee CBD & Equinex Horse Product
We are here to make a difference.We’re here to make our customers feel better – whether that’s one person and her pet, or 100 million people and their animals. That is what inspires us to create better products that optimise wellness outcomes. That is what motivates us to make sure that our products are made only from the highest quality raw materials in the cleanest, safest, certified facilities. That is what drives us to educate our customers and make it easy for them to understand the wellness benefits of the products we make – created by nature, perfected by science.

Best CBD Sexual Wellness Product - Quanna - Oomf 50mg - Water Based Lubricant
Quanna is a premium self-care and sexual wellness brand powered by CBD. We want to put the spotlight on breaking stigmas around sensuality & intimate care, promote information and open dialogue about the subject.

Best CBD Topical - Living Legends CBD - Canna heat 400mg
Living legends CBD is an innovator in cutting edge CBD infused products for healthcare we combine decades of experience making highly effective natural products based on scientific evidence I will finish products future potent and marketable ingredients that enhance the power of CBD we believe in the harnessing the time tested power of nature while also considering the latest research.

Best CBD (SUBLINGUAL) Edible - iX Biopharma - Xativa Broad Spectrum 25mg CBD Wafer
iX Biopharma was formed in Singapore in 2008, when they acquired intellectual property rights of a formulation for a fentanyl citrate nasal spray for patient-controlled analgesia.
Today, iX Biopharma is a Singapore public-listed specialty pharmaceutical company with a keen focus on the development and commercialisation of innovative therapies that improve the quality of life for those suffering from pain and other health conditions.

Best CBD (INGESTIBLE) Edible - Kinloch Naturals - 20mg Raindrop Gummies
Kinloch Wellness was born from four generations of passion, struggle, innovation and harmonised traditional “hands on” cultivation techniques with modern science to illuminate a future-forward view of next-generation wellness products.

Best CBD (HOT) Beverage - MAXX4 Life - Rise and Shine CBD Black Tea
At Maxx4 we have been driving standards within our industry for over 15 years and place integrity and standards at the heart of all of our research and products. We are one of the first CBD companies to complete the Novel Food licence application in the UK and we pride ourselves on both our organic status as well as our roots firmly placed in biochemistry.

Best CBD (COLD) Beverage - MYND Drinks - Sparkling Elixr 25mg Elderberry and Passion Fruit
Mynd, whose formula has been crafted by scientists, is a wellness and recovery drink that contains zero THC, preservatives or added sugar. It provides a 25 ml dose of CBD in every can, and has just 10 calories. It is vegan and gluten-free, and comes in orange and mango, lemon and ginger, and elderberry and passion fruit flavours.

Best CBD (ALCOHOL) Beverage - Aqua Sativa - Hazy Gin
Aqua Sativa we want to be recognised as pioneers of CBD infused alcoholic beverages whilst highlighting many of the acclaimed benefits of cannabidiol hemp-based products that are often associated with health and wellbeing.

Their beverages are hand-crafted, distilled and bottled in Manchester. Their CBD extract is of the highest quality and of course supported by a COA (Certificate of Analysis) and their spirits are a cacophony of botanical flavours, delicate tastes and complex aromas. They have a simple desire to establish themselves as purveyors of fine spirits. Producing beverages of distinction and superiority for all to enjoy.

Most loved Brand - Orange County CBD
Orange County CBD was born in 2019 after two friends took a revolutionary trip to the Golden State, California. With the intention of finding the best quality hemp, the Directors searched far and wide for the luscious fields of green that they needed to revolutionise the European CBD market. After the development, production and launch of the brand, they have since become an international powerhouse, taking the CBD world by storm.

Best Isolate Based Tincture - Taylor Mammon & Nathan Limited - Patch Adams 250mg Peppermint CBD oral drops
Taylor Mammon is a complete 360 turnkey solution provider. Starting with unparalleled expertise — the industry, product, and market knowledge to consult with you on every aspect of entering the CBD space. Whether you’re based in the UK and looking to expand worldwide or you’d like to penetrate the UK, Taylor Mammon has your CBD brand development solution.

Best Extract Based Tincture - Reakiro - 1000mg CBD Oil
Reakiro is a leading European GMP/HACCP/GHP certified manufacturer and supplier of full-spectrum CBD oils, creams, and capsules. Reakiro’s award-winning creative product design is outstanding and its customer service is considered to be among the best.
With full control of its CBD production, Reakiro provides a highly sophisticated, superior product. From sourcing seeds to product design, accurate formulation, and packaging, Reakiro is involved in every step of the production process. To stand by its quality standards, Reakiro utilises traceable batch codes printed on each individual consumer product for full transparency and trust.

Pioneer of the Year / Michael Patterson Award - Edward Collins
Edward is a graduate of the University of Windsor with a HBA in International Relations. He
then went on to gain his Master of Business Administration form Athabasca University. Edward spent most of his early career at Xerox Canada ltd where he led various sales and marketing teams across Canada for 13 years. In 2021 Edward joined BC Hop Co, one of Canada’s largest producers of Hemp, as Chief Revenue and Marketing Officer where within a year the company acquired Flow Scientific, Canada’s premier Terpene company and helped develop Kinloch Wellness.

Industry Recognition - Tommy Chong
Tommy Chong (born May 24, 1938) is a Canadian-American comedian, actor and musician who is well-known for his stereotypical portrayals of hippie-era stoners. He is most widely known for his involvement in the cannabis-themed Cheech & Chong comedy movies with Cheech Marin.