Binske
Binske is a Denver-based premium cannabis CPG brand that licenses proprietary genetics to licensed cultivators and distributes branded flower, pre-rolls, concentrates, vapes, and edibles through dispensary partners across 9 U.S. states, serving adult recreational and medical cannabis consumers.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2015
- HeadquartersDenver, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Binske does
Binske is a privately held premium cannabis CPG brand founded in 2015 in Denver, Colorado, operating under parent entity Praetorian Global, Inc. (Delaware corporation). The company produces and distributes branded THC products across five categories: flower (sold in 3.5g eighths in child-resistant mason jars), pre-rolls (single grams, mini packs, and solventless-infused variants), concentrates (live resin in Budder/Sugar/Diamonds & Sauce textures and solventless live rosin), vapes (ceramic live resin and live rosin cartridges), and edibles (Single Origin Chocolate Bars made from rare Peruvian Pure Nacional cacao, and fruit pectin gummies in THC, CBD, and CBN formulations). Core technology rests on a proprietary cannabis genetics program developed with ONI Seed Co., combined with solventless extraction (ice-water agitation, freeze drying, rosin press) and live resin extraction using ultra-low temperature fresh-frozen flower to preserve terpenes.
The business model is asset-light B2B2C: binske licenses its proprietary genetics and brand to licensed cultivators in each state (e.g., Pleasantrees in Michigan), who produce binske-branded products for distribution through licensed dispensary partners. Revenue is generated through wholesale product sales across 9 U.S. states (CA, CO, FL, IL, MA, MI, NJ, NY, WA), supplemented by direct-to-consumer e-commerce via shopbinske.com and a brand-content marketing engine (Binske Happenings, Behind the Counter, Legendary Tokers, Partner Pages) that drives dispensary velocity. Wholesale pricing is not publicly disclosed; inquiries are routed to [email protected]. The company targets adult recreational cannabis consumers aged 21+ and medical patients, with a secondary channel of budtenders and dispensary buyers as influencers at the point of sale. The company employs 11-50 people, has no disclosed venture capital rounds beyond a January 2023 funding event totaling $86.77M, and operates without public listing or ticker.
Binske firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Binske
- Legal name
- Praetorian Global, Inc.
- Website
- https://binske.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2015
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Binske is a Denver-based premium cannabis CPG brand that licenses proprietary genetics to licensed cultivators and distributes branded flower, pre-rolls, concentrates, vapes, and edibles through dispensary partners across 9 U.S. states, serving adult recreational and medical cannabis consumers.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Binske industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Premium Cannabis Products
- NAICS
- Tobacco Product and Electronic Cigarette Merchant Wholesalers (42494), Tobacco Product and Electronic Cigarette Merchant Wholesalers (424940)
- SIC
- Tobacco Products (2100)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Cannabis Wholesale Distribution (Flower, Extracts, Edibles) (CRAOAIAF)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Adult-Use (Recreational) Cannabis Delivery & Online Ordering (CRANAGAH), Vape & Cartridge Accessories (Batteries, Chargers, Pods) (CRANAHAH)
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Where Binske is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Denver
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Binske business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Cannabis Product Sales - B2B2C: Binske generates revenue through wholesale distribution of its branded cannabis products (flower, concentrates, vapes, edibles) to licensed dispensaries across 9 U.S. states. The company partners with cultivators who produce binske products using proprietary genetics, with binske receiving revenue from product sales through retail partners.
- E-commerce Direct Sales: Binske operates shopbinske.com for direct-to-consumer sales, allowing customers to purchase products online and locate nearby dispensaries. The company also maintains an email list for marketing communications.
- Wholesale Licensing: Binske licenses its proprietary genetics and brand to licensed cultivators and producers in different states, generating licensing revenue from partners who cultivate and manufacture binske-branded products.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Wholesale pricing for dispensary partners |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels7 records
Binske product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Binske is a premium cannabis brand that develops proprietary cannabis genetics in collaboration with ONI Seed Co. and sells a portfolio of branded cannabis products — flower, pre-rolls, solventless live rosin and live resin concentrates, ceramic live resin and live rosin vape cartridges, and edibles (single-origin chocolate and fruit gummies). The products are manufactured via licensed cultivation and extraction partners and distributed wholesale to dispensary partners in nine U.S. states, with a direct-to-consumer storefront at shopbinske.com and licensing of its brand and genetics to cultivators.
Product overview
Binske is a premium cannabis brand offering a diverse portfolio of THC products across multiple categories. The core product line includes Flower (eighths), Pre-rolls (standard, mini, and solventless infused variants), Concentrates (Live Resin and Live Rosin in various consistencies including Budder, Sugar, and Diamonds & Sauce), Vapes (Live Resin and Live Rosin cartridges in ceramic format), and Edibles (Single Origin Chocolate Bars using Peruvian Pure Nacional cacao and Fruit Gummies in multiple cannabinoid formulations). All products are designed with proprietary genetics for elevated cannabis experiences.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Flower (Eighths) Premium cannabis flower sold in 3.5g eighths, packaged in child-resistant airtight mason jars for maximum freshness; built from Binske's proprietary genetics and intended for adult consumers purchasing through licensed dispensaries.
- 1 Gram Pre-Rolls Individually packaged single 1g pre-rolled joints using top-quality Binske flower in a ready-to-smoke format for adult cannabis consumers at retail.
- Mini Pre-Roll Pack Multi-pack of 7 small 0.5g joints packaged in an airtight plastic insert tin, positioned for on-the-go adult consumers.
- Solventless Infused 1 Gram Pre-Rolls 1g pre-rolls infused with solventless bubble hash for enhanced potency and flavor, targeting adult consumers seeking a stronger experience.
- Solventless Infused Mini Pre-Roll Pack Tin of 7 infused mini joints at 0.5g each, with solventless bubble hash mixed into premium cannabis for an elevated on-the-go pre-roll option.
- Live Resin Concentrates Cannabis concentrates available in Budder, Sugar, and Diamonds & Sauce consistencies, made from fresh-frozen flower processed at ultra-low temperatures to preserve terpene content from harvest to extraction.
- Live Rosin Concentrates Solventless cannabis concentrates produced by ice-water agitation of buds to separate trichomes, filtration through mesh bags, freeze drying, and rosin pressing with heat and pressure to yield pure, terpene-rich extracts.
- Live Resin Cartridge Ceramic vape cartridge containing approximately 250 puffs of High Terpene Extract (HTE) live resin sauce, formulated to preserve terpenes and mimic fresh flower aroma and effect.
- Solventless Live Rosin Cartridge Ceramic vape cartridge filled with solventless live rosin, positioned as a premium solventless vape option for adult consumers seeking the cleanest extraction format.
- Single Origin Chocolate Cannabis-infused chocolate bars made exclusively from Peruvian Pure Nacional cacao, one of the rarest cacao crops in the world; winner of the 2017 Leafly Best Edibles award.
- Fruit Gummies Cannabis-infused vegan gummies made with real fruit pectin, offered in THC (Mango, Blackberry Lemon, Mixed Berry), CBD (Watermelon, Tangerine), and CBN (Strawberry Guava) formulations dosed at 100mg THC per pack / 10mg per piece.
Quantifiable outcome
- Leafly Best Edibles Winner 2017
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use Binske
Customer profileNamed customers6 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Binske technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Binske partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- PleasantreescoreMichigan-based cultivation and retail partner for binske. Pleasantrees cultivates binske's proprietary genetics and produces award-winning flower, edibles, concentrates, and vapes. Initial Michigan launch featured products at Pleasantrees' five locations, with strains including Octane Mint Sherbert, Chrome Berry, Lemonberry Parfait, and Simple Syrup produced using solventless extraction.
- ONI Seed Co.coreCollaboration between binske's vision and ONI's expertise in cannabis genetics. ONI brings strong legacy roots and a vast library of cultivars. This partnership became the catalyst for introducing unique strains across states and globally. The collaboration focuses on proprietary genetics development and selective breeding for distinctive cannabis strains.
- Village Dispensary BucktowncoreChicago Bucktown dispensary featuring binske products alongside community-focused education. Part of Viola network (founded by former NBA player Al Harrington). The dispensary emphasizes approachability, education, and community-driven values, making it a natural fit for binske's premium positioning.
- Trulieve Daytona BeachcoreFlorida dispensary on International Speedway Boulevard featuring binske products. Opened May 22, 2020 as Trulieve's 50th store nationwide. The dispensary focuses on education, comfort, and community with high-terpene product highlighting and 14 selling points designed for patient comfort.
- Martin O'NeillminorUK artist who collaborated with binske to create mesmerizing murals and brand packaging design. His work embodies the four elements (earth, air, water, fire) foundational to binske's brand identity and 'For Higher Living' vision.
- Various Illinois DispensariesminorMultiple Illinois retail partners including Village Dispensary Bucktown, Stash Dispensary (Peru), Sparkd Dispensary (South Loop), Sway Dispensary (Lakeview), NuEra (Peoria/East Peoria), Prairie Cannabis (Naperville), Rise Mundelein, and BLOC Northfield.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Binske competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Cookies: Cookies is a premium cannabis lifestyle brand built around proprietary genetics, similar to Binske's positioning. It sells flower, vapes, and edibles through licensed dispensaries in multiple U.S. states, with comparable B2B2C distribution model and premium pricing strategy.
- Stiiizy: Stiiizy is a premium cannabis brand known for pod-based vaporizers and high-quality extracts, directly competing with Binske's Live Resin and Live Rosin cartridges. It operates across multiple states with cultivation partnerships and premium retail positioning.
- Wyld: Wyld is a leading cannabis edibles brand specializing in real-fruit gummies, directly comparable to Binske's Fruit Gummies line. Both target the premium natural-ingredient segment and distribute through multi-state dispensary networks.
- Kiva Confections: Kiva is a premium cannabis-infused chocolate and edibles brand, directly comparable to Binske's Single Origin Chocolate Bars. Both emphasize artisanal craftsmanship, rare ingredient sourcing, and multi-state dispensary distribution at premium price points.
- Raw Garden: Raw Garden is a premium cannabis concentrate and vaporizer brand known for its fresh-frozen live resin, directly comparable to Binske's Live Resin Cartridge and concentrate line. Both target connoisseur consumers with terpene-forward extraction methods.
- Lowell Farms: Lowell Farms is a premium cannabis flower and pre-roll brand distributed across multiple U.S. states. Comparable to Binske's premium flower positioning and B2B2C dispensary distribution model.
- Sunderstorm: Sunderstorm produces Kanha gummies and other premium cannabis-infused edibles, comparable to Binske's Fruit Gummies product line. Both focus on consistent dosing, natural ingredients, and multi-state dispensary distribution.
Broad incumbents
- Trulieve: Trulieve is a large vertically-integrated multi-state cannabis operator and is also a Binske retail partner (Trulieve Daytona Beach). Comparable as a broad cannabis retailer/wholesaler across the same states Binske serves, but with own-brand and cultivation operations at much greater scale.
- Curaleaf: Curaleaf is one of the largest U.S. multi-state cannabis operators with cultivation, processing, and retail across states where Binske distributes. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering premium and value tiers of flower, vapes, and edibles.
- Cresco Labs: Cresco Labs is a vertically-integrated multi-state cannabis operator with branded flower, vapes, and edibles across many of the same states as Binske. Comparable as a broad incumbent with premium product positioning (Sunnyside, High Supply, Mindy's).
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Binske leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
Binske funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors
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Binske M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Binske
What does Binske do?
Binske is a premium cannabis brand that develops proprietary cannabis genetics in collaboration with ONI Seed Co. and sells a portfolio of branded cannabis products — flower, pre-rolls, solventless live rosin and live resin concentrates, ceramic live resin and live rosin vape cartridges, and edibles (single-origin chocolate and fruit gummies). The products are manufactured via licensed cultivation and extraction partners and distributed wholesale to dispensary partners in nine U.S. states, with a direct-to-consumer storefront at shopbinske.com and licensing of its brand and genetics to cultivators.
Is Binske a public or private company?
Binske is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Binske founded?
Binske was founded in 2015. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Binske based?
Binske is headquartered in Denver, United States, in the North America region.
How does Binske make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Cannabis Product Sales - B2B2C is the primary driver. The others are E-commerce Direct Sales and wholesale Licensing.
Who are Binske's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Cookies, Stiiizy, Wyld, Kiva Confections, Raw Garden, Lowell Farms and Sunderstorm. Broad incumbents are Trulieve, Curaleaf and Cresco Labs.
Does Binske have an API?
No public API is recorded for Binske.
What industry is Binske in?
Binske's product category is Premium Cannabis Products. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRAOAIAF, Cannabis Wholesale Distribution (Flower, Extracts, Edibles), with a secondary code of CRANAGAH, Adult-Use (Recreational) Cannabis Delivery & Online Ordering. Its NAICS code is 42494 and its SIC code is 2100.