What Cornbread Hemp does

Cornbread Hemp is a privately held, family-owned hemp wellness company headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky. Founded in 2018 by cousins Eric Zipperle (CEO) and Jim Higdon (CCO), the company produces USDA organic, hemp-derived CBD and THC products using a proprietary Flower-Only™ extraction method that uses only the hemp flower — where cannabinoid and terpene concentrations are highest — rather than stalks, stems, or leaves. Every batch is third-party lab tested for potency, terpenes, pesticides, heavy metals, mycotoxins, bacteria, and residual solvents, with results published in an online lab report library. A Medical Advisory Board of clinicians (oncology pharmacist, naturopathic physician, exercise physiologist, psychiatric APRN) reviews and approves all formulas.

The product portfolio spans full spectrum CBD gummies, oils, and topicals; THC gummies and fast-onset cannabis seltzers; functional mushroom gummies (focus, relax, sleep); THC-free adaptogen drinks; and pet CBD. The company sells primarily through a direct-to-consumer e-commerce storefront at cornbreadhemp.com with an autoship subscription program (35% off first order, 20% off recurring), a Louisville factory store with public tours, a wholesale program reaching 2,600+ retail locations nationwide, and festival/event placements for THC beverages. THC products ship to 47 states; CBD and mushroom products ship to all 50.

In March 2026, Cornbread Hemp secured an exclusive GPO contract with Alliant Purchasing to become the sole hemp supplier in a Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) pilot program, making it the first hemp-derived CBD brand available to Medicare beneficiaries through participating Accountable Care Organizations and reaching 68,000 healthcare provider locations. The company was ranked #1 fastest-growing hemp company in America on the Inc. 5000 list in 2024, claims to have served over 1 million customers, and holds 75,000+ verified 5-star reviews. It is incorporated as Cornbread CBD, PBC (Public Benefit Corporation) and has raised roughly $2.5M across six small exempt securities filings from 2019 through 2023.

Name

Cornbread Hemp

Legal name

Cornbread CBD, PBC

Website

https://cornbreadhemp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Cornbread Hemp is a family-owned, USDA organic hemp wellness company producing Flower-Only™ CBD, THC, functional mushroom, and adaptogen products. It serves health-conscious adults via DTC e-commerce, autoship subscriptions, 2,600+ retail doors, and an exclusive Medicare GPO pilot.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hemp-derived CBD and THC Wellness Products

NAICS

Sugar and Confectionery Product Manufacturing (3113), Nonchocolate Confectionery Manufacturing (31134), Flavoring Syrup and Concentrate Manufacturing (311930)

SIC

Medicinal Chemicals & Botanical Products (2833), Sugar & Confectionery Products (2060)

akta.pro primary industry

CBD/Hemp Wellness & Supplements Retail (CRANAHAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

CBD/Hemp Specialty Stores (Tinctures, Oils, Edibles) (CRANAHAA), CBD/Hemp Topicals & Beauty Retail (CRANAHAB), Hemp-Derived Delta-8/Delta-9/THC-A Specialty Retail (Where Legal) (CRANAHAD), CBD/Hemp Pet Products Retail (CRANAHAF), Hemp & CBD Product Wholesale Distribution (CRAOAIAG)

Keywords

• Full spectrum CBD products
• Hemp-derived THC beverages
• USDA organic supplements
• Functional mushroom gummies
• Adaptogen drinks

Headquarters

HQ city

Louisville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Direct-to-Consumer E-commerce: Primary revenue stream through company website with subscription/autoship program offering 35% off first order and 20% off recurring orders, plus free shipping on autoship.
2. Autoship Subscription: Recurring subscription model with 35% discount on first order, 20% on subsequent orders, delivered every 4 weeks with ability to pause, skip, or cancel.
3. Wholesale/B2B: Wholesale program supplying products to over 2,600 retail locations nationwide and exclusive GPO contract for Medicare provider network.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Cornbread Hemp manufactures and sells USDA organic, hemp-derived CBD and THC wellness products using a proprietary Flower-Only™ extraction method from Kentucky-grown hemp. The product line spans full spectrum CBD gummies, oils, and topicals; THC gummies and seltzers; functional mushroom gummies; and adaptogen-infused beverages, all third-party lab tested for potency and contaminants.

Product overview

Cornbread Hemp is a family-owned hemp company based in Louisville, Kentucky, offering a diversified portfolio of USDA organic wellness products centered on hemp-derived CBD, THC, functional mushrooms, and adaptogens. The core product line includes full spectrum CBD gummies, oils, and topicals for daily wellness; THC gummies and cannabis seltzers for relaxation and social occasions; functional mushroom gummies for focus, calm, and sleep; and adaptogen drinks as alcohol alternatives. All products use Flower-Only extraction from Kentucky-grown hemp and are third-party lab tested. The company operates an autoship subscription program and offers hemp tourism experiences at their Louisville facility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CBD Gummies Full spectrum USDA organic CBD gummies made from Kentucky-grown hemp flowers, available in multiple strengths (25mg, 50mg, 75mg CBD) with up to 3mg naturally occurring THC per gummy, designed for daily wellness, stress relief, sleep support, and calm.
• THC Gummies Hemp-derived 10mg delta-9 THC gummies with 10mg CBD in a balanced 1:1 ratio, USDA organic certified and Flower-Only extracted, producing a mild to moderate effect for calm, relaxation, and sleep.
• THC Drinks (THC Seltzers) Delta-9 THC cannabis seltzers available in 5mg and 10mg strengths, made with Kentucky-grown hemp flowers; pure THC formula with no CBD, providing fast-acting alcohol alternative effects lasting 2-4 hours in flavors including Blueberry Breeze, Raspberry Limeade, Peach Iced Tea, and Salted Watermelon.
• Full Spectrum CBD Oil USDA organic full spectrum CBD oil extracted from Kentucky-grown hemp flowers using Flower-Only extraction, available in 375mg, 750mg, and 1500mg strengths with naturally occurring THC, designed for sublingual use for sleep, daytime relief, and overall wellness.
• CBD Cream (Topicals) USDA organic CBD topical creams, lotions, and balms for targeted muscle and joint relief, including CBD Lotion + Menthol (750mg with cooling sensation), CBD Balm with arnica (750mg), and CBD Lotion Skin Formula (750mg menthol-free) for nourishing daily skin care.
• Mushroom Gummies Functional mushroom gummies made with USDA organic clinically studied mushrooms (lion's mane, reishi, cordyceps) paired with botanicals across three formulas: Focus (lion's mane + cordyceps for clarity), Relax (reishi + ashwagandha for calm), and Sleep (reishi + valerian for rest); hemp-free, non-psychoactive wellness supplements.
• Adaptogen Drinks (Organic Social Spritz) Non-alcoholic adaptogen and nootropic infused beverages providing a light botanical buzz, made with L-theanine, lemon balm, and passionflower; THC-free and caffeine-free with 30 calories or less per can, available in Mimosa, Margarita, Cherry Lime, and Blueberry Lemonade flavors.
• Full Spectrum CBD Oil for Pets Full spectrum CBD oil formulated specifically for dogs and cats, containing 25mg CBD and 0.5mg THC per serving for pet wellness support.
• Cornbread Hemp Apparel and Accessories Branded merchandise including Cornbread hats, t-shirts, sweatshirts, beanies, koozies, mugs, lapel pins, and The Cornbread Mafia paperback book, featuring Kentucky-grown style with the Cornbread brand aesthetic.

Quantifiable outcome

• No melatonin hangover - melatonin-free sleep support without grogginess or weird dreams
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Alliant PurchasingflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 25 March 2026Exclusive contract making Cornbread Hemp the sole hemp product supplier within Alliant Purchasing's national GPO network participating in the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) pilot program. This represents the first time hemp-derived CBD products will be available to Medicare beneficiaries through participating Accountable Care Organizations, serving 68,000 healthcare provider locations nationwide.
• Medical Advisory BoardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBoard reviews and approves all Cornbread Hemp formulas, evaluates ingredients, and maintains quality standards. Members include Dr. Leslie Mudd (Board-Certified Oncology Pharmacist), Dr. Michele Burklund (Naturopathic Physician), Dr. Fred Peters (Exercise Physiologist PhD), and Mandy Bliss (Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner APRN).
• Kentucky Legislative StakeholdersminorOthersVoiced support for Senate Bill 223 regulatory framework for cannabis beverages in Kentucky, advocating for sensible regulations alongside other hemp industry stakeholders.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Charlotte's Web: Charlotte's Web is the largest US CBD wellness brand, offering full-spectrum hemp extracts, gummies, and topicals via DTC and wholesale. Directly comparable to Cornbread Hemp's CBD portfolio and mission-driven brand positioning, though at meaningfully larger scale.
• Lazarus Naturals: Lazarus Naturals is a vertically-integrated CBD brand selling tinctures, gummies, topicals, and capsules direct-to-consumer with strong value pricing. Closely comparable to Cornbread in product breadth, hemp sourcing transparency, and D2C e-commerce emphasis.
• cbdMD: cbdMD (NYSE: YCBD) is a publicly-traded CBD wellness brand offering gummies, tinctures, topicals, and sleep/relaxation SKUs through DTC and major retail. Comparable product mix and omnichannel distribution to Cornbread, but at significantly larger scale and capital base.
• Green Roads: Green Roads is a pharmacist-formulated CBD brand selling gummies, oils, topicals, and pet products via DTC, wholesale, and 6,000+ retail doors. Comparable in formulation credibility (pharmacist-led), product breadth, and multi-channel distribution to Cornbread Hemp.
• Medterra: Medterra is a CBD wellness brand selling isolates, gummies, topicals, and sleep products direct-to-consumer and through major retail including CVS and Vitacost. Comparable product mix, third-party testing emphasis, and tiered SKUs to Cornbread's CBD line.
• Joy Organics: Joy Organics is a premium USDA-organic-credentialled CBD brand selling tinctures, gummies, softgels, and topicals via DTC. Closely comparable to Cornbread in premium organic positioning, broad-spectrum/full-spectrum formulation, and direct-to-consumer focus.
• PlusCBD Oil: PlusCBD Oil (by CV Sciences) is a long-established hemp-derived CBD brand offering gummies, drops, capsules, and topicals. Comparable in product breadth, retail pharmacy distribution, and full-spectrum positioning to Cornbread Hemp.
• Sunmed (Your CBD Store): Sunmed is a national CBD retail franchise and product brand selling tinctures, gummies, topicals, and beverages through 400+ retail stores plus DTC. Comparable in product mix, retail footprint emphasis, and broad-spectrum hemp wellness positioning to Cornbread Hemp.

Emerging players

• Wyld: Wyld is a leading hemp-derived THC and CBD gummy brand with broad flavor/SKU portfolio and DTC + retail distribution. Comparable in THC gummy positioning and product line extension strategy, though Wyld's product is positioned as recreational/occasional use rather than wellness-led.
• CANN: CANN is a category-leading infused beverage brand selling low-dose THC + adaptogen canned drinks for social occasions. Directly comparable to Cornbread's THC seltzer line as a fellow pioneer in the alcohol-alternative THC beverage category with similar branding and target consumer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/cornbreadhemp
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC52K18lChEiq11-sbyCJl5Q
• Facebookfacebook.com/cornbreadhemp
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/35596695/admin
• Instagraminstagram.com/cornbread_instead
• TikToktiktok.com/@cornbread_instead

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds6 records

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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