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Cheech & Chong announced the launch of Legends Shots, a product featuring two 25mg hemp-derived THC experiences. The CheechedTM variant has a bright pink lemonade flavor with minor cannabinoids like CBG and CBC, while the ChongedTM has a mixed berry flavor with CBD and CBN. The product is designed for fast onset and different lifestyles. The launch follows strong retail momentum for Cheech & Chong's High & DryTM Variety Pack.
Cheech & Chong’s launch of Legends Shots shows how fast‑acting hemp THC drinks are moving from niche tasting rooms into mainstream retail conversation. The new shots contain less than 0.3% Delta‑9 THC, meeting federal legal limits while delivering a claimed 25 mg potency per shot and a 15‑minute onset—an “on‑the‑go” promise that lines up with other liquid THC offerings.
BevNET data confirms fast‑acting THC drinks already compete strongly, with mainstream retail sales of hemp‑derived beverages reaching $239 million recently. That figure underscores both the room for new entrants and the fierce competition from brands with established shelf presence.
Cheech & Chong’s distribution note—available only via DTC and a handful of select retail partners, shipping to roughly 15 states—underscores the limited reach for distributors. The limited reach means bars or retailers outside those states cannot stock the product until broader wholesale agreements are secured.
On‑premise operators in one of the 15 states where shipping is permitted can consider Legends Shots as a limited‑time menu item that taps into the fast‑acting trend. Distributors see an opportunity to monitor demand and negotiate expansion before the brand launches a full distribution program.
Original Press Release
For more than 50 years, Cheech & Chong have represented two sides of the same cannabis culture: uplifting and energetic, or mellow and laid back. Now, that dynamic comes to life in Legends Shots, two fast-acting 25mg hemp THC experiences inspired by the legendary duo themselves.
Each Legends Shot contains 25mg of federally legal hemp-derived THC in a liquid format designed for onset in as little as 15 minutes. Portable, precise, and powerful, Legends Shots deliver two signature experiences guaranteed to match your mood and meet the moment.
The CheechedTM features a bright pink lemonade flavor formulated with minor cannabinoids including CBG and CBC, crafted to evoke a classic "Sativa Thrill" vibe: uplifting, creative, and ready to roll.
The ChongedTM delivers a mixed berry flavor formulated with CBD and CBN for a more classic "Indica Chill" experience: laid-back, mellow, and built for deep relaxation and wind-down moments.
"Consumers today want products that fit different moments and different lifestyles," said Brandon Harshbarger, President of Cheech and Chong's Global Holding Co. "With Legends Shots, we wanted to create something fast-acting, approachable, and experience-driven—whether someone is looking to socialize, relax, or just unwind in a more modern way."
The launch follows strong retail momentum for Cheech & Chong's High & DryTM Variety Pack, reinforcing growing consumer demand for hemp products that offer variety, flexibility, and more personalized experiences. From uplifting social moments to laid-back wind-down routines, Cheech and Chong's Global Holding Company continues to expand its lineup to give consumers more ways to elevate the moment.
The advanced liquid formulation allows cannabinoids to absorb efficiently, offering faster onset compared to traditional edible formats. By pairing hemp THC with complementary minor cannabinoids, the formulations are designed to create more nuanced and dynamic experiences tailored to each effect profile.
"Liquid cannabinoids behave differently than traditional edibles," said Ted Whitney, Chief Beverage Officer of Cheech and Chong's Global Holding Company. "By developing a fast-acting formula with balanced cannabinoid profiles, we're delivering a more predictable and efficient experience while maintaining strict standards around purity and potency."
For founders Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong, the concept is simple.
"If you want to feel bright and buzzing, go Cheeched," said Cheech Marin.
"And if you want to mellow out and sink into it, go Chonged," added Tommy Chong. "That's what's so great about this beautiful plant—it can elevate any moment."
As with all products from Cheech and Chong's Global Holding Co., Legends Shots are third-party lab tested, with Certificates of Analysis (COAs) verifying purity and potency for every batch.
Cheech & Chong's Legends Shots are available now at CheechAndChong.com and through select retail partners.
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Source: BevNET