1906
US edibles brand focused on low-dose, effect-categorized cannabis products in multiple state markets.
1906 is a real brand marketing effect-targeted edibles, not maximum potency. The founder's story and state expansions are documented in trade press. But claims that specific botanicals like L-theanine plus THC produce reliably different effects than THC alone are marketing framings without clinical trial support. Always check batch lab reports and current state legality before buying.
What we could verify
1906 is a cannabis edibles brand founded in 2015 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado. Peter Barsoom is identified as founder and CEO in trade-press reporting. The brand's signature product line is called 'Drops'—small coated pills combining THC and/or CBD with botanical blends, marketed under category names like 'Go' (energy), 'Chill' (relaxation), 'Midnight' (sleep), and others. The company has expanded into multiple US state-legal markets via licensing and manufacturing partnerships. Trade publications have profiled 1906 as part of the 'functional' or 'wellness' cannabis edibles trend Weak / limited.
The brand name references the year 1906, when the US Pure Food and Drug Act changed the legal status of cannabis and other plant medicines sold over the counter; this framing appears in company messaging.
Beyond these facts, specific information about current corporate structure, exact ownership stakes, current investor names, precise list of operating states, and product batch test results are not consistently verifiable through public sources checked for this profile.
Why the name alone is not evidence of what the product does
Cannabis strain names and product category names (e.g., 'Go,' 'Chill,' 'Midnight') are marketing labels, not scientific classifications Weak / limited. The practice of naming cannabis products by intended effect—rather than by cannabinoid ratio or verifiable botanical content—is common in the legal cannabis market but is not regulated by the FDA and is not the same as a clinical indication No data.
When 1906 markets 'Chill' as formulated with L-theanine and THC, that framing suggests the botanicals enhance or direct the effect of THC. However, peer-reviewed pharmacokinetic trials comparing specific multi-ingredient cannabis edible formulations to THC alone are rare Weak / limited. Individual response to cannabis edibles varies significantly based on food intake, body composition, and metabolism, making single-product effect claims difficult to verify [3]. Claims that a specific botanical blend produces a named effect should be treated as product branding unless supported by published clinical data on that exact formulation.
What to check if you see 1906 for sale
Certificate of Analysis (COA). Any legal cannabis edible in a regulated market should have a batch-level COA showing:
- THC and CBD content (in mg per serving and total per package)
- Contaminant testing (pesticides, heavy metals, microbial)
- The state lab that performed testing
Ask the dispensary or check the QR code on packaging. If a COA is not available, the product may not be from a legal, tested source.
State legality and license. 1906 products are federally illegal under the Controlled Substances Act if they contain more than 0.3% delta-9 THC. They are legal to sell only in US states that have legalized cannabis and only through licensed retailers. Check your state's cannabis control board website for current legal retailers and any recalls Strong evidence.
Effect claims. Category names like 'Go' or 'Chill' are not FDA-approved medical claims. The underlying botanicals—L-theanine, CBN, caffeine, etc.—have limited peer-reviewed evidence specifically for these multi-ingredient formulations Weak / limited. If you are considering 1906 for a medical condition, consult a healthcare provider rather than relying on product labels.
Onset speed. Marketing claims of 'fast onset' for edibles vary widely. Onset depends on formulation, food intake, and individual factors [3]. Pressed pills may absorb differently than gummies, but no peer-reviewed comparison of 1906 Drops to other edible formats has been published No data.
Availability and legal status
1906 products have been reported in multiple US state-legal markets at various times, including Colorado, Massachusetts, Ohio, Missouri, Illinois, and Oklahoma. Because cannabis licenses change frequently and multi-state brand operations depend on local partners, the list of states where 1906 is currently available may differ from older press coverage. Check the brand's current retailer locator (if available) and your state's cannabis control board licensee database for up-to-date information Strong evidence.
1906 products containing THC above 0.3% delta-9 are federally illegal under the Controlled Substances Act and cannot lawfully be shipped across state lines.
Reputation and trade coverage
1906 has been profiled by cannabis trade publications (MJBizDaily, Green Market Report) and general business outlets, typically framed as an example of the 'functional' or 'effect-targeted' edibles sector. Such profiles are journalism but are not independent product testing; they represent editorial interest in a business story rather than verification of product efficacy Weak / limited.
Cannabis industry 'best of' lists and awards are editorial selections, not lab-verified performance rankings Weak / limited. As of November 2026, we could not identify publicly reported major recalls, regulatory sanctions, or safety controversies specific to 1906 from verifiable sources. Absence of reporting does not confirm product safety; readers with safety concerns should check their state's cannabis regulator recall database.
How to verify brand claims yourself
Cannabinoid content. Request or look up the batch COA for any product. Lab reports are public documents in most legal markets.
Founder and company history. Trade publications like MJBizDaily and Green Market Report archive business coverage. If you need corporate structure or investment information, check state cannabis licensing databases; these are the official record.
Strain or product lineage. Cannabis product names are not standardized. If you need to know the exact source of a strain or the specific botanicals in a formula, ask the dispensary or manufacturer directly; marketing materials alone will not confirm this.
Effect and onset claims. Look for peer-reviewed pharmacokinetic data on the specific product formulation. General information about cannabis edibles, L-theanine, or CBN exists, but trial data on this brand's products specifically does not appear to be published Weak / limited.
If you have credible breeder records, lab reports, or company documentation about 1906 that contradicts or updates this profile, you can flag an error via the Weedpedia feedback mechanism.
Sources
- Peer-reviewed Barrus, D. G., Wiley, J. L., Penetar, D. M., Hilyard, A. C., Megsztoros, G., & Paronis, C. A. (2016). Tasty THC: Promises and Challenges of Cannabis Edibles. Methods Report, RTI Press.
- Government U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. Drug Scheduling — Marijuana (Cannabis).
- Government U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Cannabis and Cannabidiol (CBD) — Guidance for Industry (2023).
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