Chelsea B Drugstore

What Chelsea B Drugstore does

Chelsea B. Drugstore is a Chicago-based, privately held consumer packaged goods company that sells CBD-infused carbonated beverages positioned as functional, non-intoxicating alternatives to alcohol. Its core line consists of three nano-emulsified 6-pack SKUs — C-Red Focus (20MG CBD with Ashwagandha, L-Theanine, Rhodiola, Elderberry), E-Motion Energy (15MG CBD with Ginseng, Natural Caffeine, Vitamin B12), and P-Haze Calm (25MG CBD with Chamomile, L-Theanine) — supplemented by single-serve flavors (Blackberry Ginger, Lavender Lemonade, Watermelon Mint) and a variety-pack bundle. The company uses Harvest Moon NanoTech CBD, a THC-free, 3rd-party-tested nano-emulsified CBD input that is marketed as offering faster absorption and higher bioavailability than traditional tinctures; this is a supplier partnership rather than in-house chemistry.

The business operates a direct-to-consumer commerce model primarily through a Shopify storefront, with a "Subscribe & Save" monthly subscription tier priced at 15% off one-time purchases. Distribution is supplemented by a Chicago-area retail footprint with a store locator and a formal retail partner program for onboarding additional brick-and-mortar resellers. Growth and brand-building are driven by an ambassador/affiliate program, in-person sampling events in Chicago and Madison, multi-platform organic social (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn), email marketing, and curated Spotify playlists aligned to each functional benefit. The brand identity leans on the cultural association with the historic Chelsea Drugstore in East London and the Rolling Stones lyric "You Can't Always Get What You Want," repositioned for the "sober curious" and health-conscious wellness consumer segments. The company is independently owned with no disclosed funding, founders include co-founder and COO James Philip, and music curation is led by Izzy Fradin; total headcount is 1-10 and the operation is single-warehouse out of Chicago.

Name

Chelsea B Drugstore

Legal name

Chelsea B. Drugstore

Website

https://chelseabdrugstore.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Chelsea B. Drugstore is a Chicago-based DTC brand selling nano-emulsified CBD-infused sodas in functional Focus, Energy, and Calm varieties, targeted at health-conscious and "sober curious" consumers seeking non-intoxicating alcohol alternatives via e-commerce, subscription, and select retail.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Functional Beverages

NAICS

Soft Drink Manufacturing (312111)

SIC

Bottled & Canned Soft Drinks & Carbonated Waters (2086), Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Functional Beverages (Vitamins, Probiotics, Nootropics, etc.) (CRADAHAL)

Keywords

• CBD beverages
• Functional sodas
• Alcohol alternatives
• Wellness drinks
• Hemp-infused beverages

Headquarters

HQ city

Chicago

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 Product Sales: Direct-to-consumer sales of CBD-infused sodas through their e-commerce website. Products sold in 6-packs with various functional formulations (Focus, Energy, Calm) and flavor varieties.
2. Subscription (Subscribe & Save): Monthly subscription model offering 15% savings with the ability to pause, skip, or cancel anytime. Delivers energy, focus, and calm vibes straight to the customer's door.
3. Ambassador/Affiliate Program: Commission-based program where ambassadors earn rewards for every sale they generate by sharing products with their followers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Chelsea B Drugstore manufactures and sells CBD-infused functional sodas formulated with nano-emulsified THC-free CBD and botanical blends targeting three wellness outcomes: Focus, Energy, and Calm. The product line includes three 6-pack functional varieties plus single-serve flavor variants (Blackberry Ginger, Lavender Lemonade, Watermelon Mint) and a variety bundle, distributed through a Shopify DTC storefront, a Subscribe & Save monthly subscription, and a retail partner program.

Product overview

Chelsea B Drugstore offers a portfolio of CBD-infused sodas positioned as alcohol alternatives for the 'sober curious' market. The core product line consists of three functional 6-pack varieties targeting specific wellness benefits: C-Red (Focus, 20MG CBD), E-Motion (Energy, 15MG CBD), and P-Haze (Calm, 25MG CBD). These are complemented by three single-serve flavor variants (Blackberry Ginger, Lavender Lemonade, Watermelon Mint) and a variety-pack bundle. The company also operates a subscription service (Subscribe & Save) offering recurring deliveries with a 15% discount. All products feature nano-emulsified Harvest Moon NanoTech CBD that is THC-free, combined with botanical ingredients like Ashwagandha, L-Theanine, Ginseng, and Chamomile. Products are marketed as alcohol-free, gluten-free, low sugar, and low calorie.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• C-Red 6 Pack: Focus (20MG CBD)

Quantifiable outcome

• Nano-emulsified CBD absorbs faster and has greater bioavailability than tinctures and oils

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Harvest Moon NanoTech CBDcoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified Harvest Moon NanoTech CBD supplier providing premium THC-FREE CBD for Chelsea B. products. All Harvest Moon CBD products are 3rd-party tested and made in GMP-certified labs, enabling rapid absorption and functional benefits without buzz.
• ShopifycoreTechnology or IntegrationE-commerce platform powering Chelsea B. Drugstore's online store, enabling product listings, shopping cart, subscription management, and retail account features.
• SpotifyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMusic streaming platform hosting Chelsea B.'s curated playlists. Playlists match music vibes to each CBD soda flavor - helping customers find calm, focus, and energy while grooving to nostalgic jams. Curated by Izzy Fradin, Music Curator.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mood33: Mood33 produces hemp-infused sparkling beverages with functional ingredients like elderberry, matcha, and lavender. Closely overlaps Chelsea B in format (canned sparkling), hemp-derived active, and functional benefit structure.
• Cycling Frog: Cycling Frog produces CBD and THC-infused sparkling waters, seltzers, and mixers. Comparable format (canned sparkling), hemp-derived active, and overlapping retail and DTC distribution in the infused beverage category.
• Daytrip: Daytrip makes CBD and adaptogen-infused sparkling tonics as low-calorie, alcohol-free social beverages. Comparable packaging, functional ingredient stack, and direct-to-consumer plus retail go-to-market.
• Cann: Cann makes low-dose THC and CBD infused social tonics positioned as alcohol alternatives. While Cann uses THC rather than pure CBD, the functional sparkling format, social occasion use case, and sober-curious targeting make it highly comparable.
• De Soi: De Soi is a direct competitor producing non-alcoholic aperitifs and sparkling beverages with adaptogens and botanicals. Targets the same alcohol-alternative consumer with premium functional positioning and similar price-to-format ratio.
• Kin Euphorics: Kin Euphorics produces non-alcoholic, adaptogen-driven sparkling beverages designed as alcohol alternatives. Same sober-curious positioning, similar functional benefit framing (relaxation, uplift), and overlapping retail and DTC distribution.
• Recess: Recess is a direct peer offering CBD-infused sparkling waters and adaptogenic beverages targeting focus, calm, and sleep. Same product format (functional sparkling drinks), same sober-curious consumer, similar nano-emulsified or hemp-based formulations.
• Cloud Water: Cloud Water produces CBD-infused sparkling and functional beverages sold through DTC and retail channels. Similar format, CBD-driven positioning, and competitive set in the CBD beverage aisle.

Emerging players

• Apothekary: Apothekary offers plant-based wellness tinctures and functional beverages with adaptogens, overlapping the wellness and alcohol-alternative segments Chelsea B serves. Broader format mix but comparable sober-curious consumer base.

Broad incumbents

• Olipop: Olipop is a larger functional sparkling tonic brand emphasizing prebiotics, botanicals, and low sugar. While not CBD-based, it competes for the same functional beverage occasion and sober-curious shopper in retail aisles.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/chelseabsodas
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/chelsea-b-drugstore/about
• Instagraminstagram.com/chelseabsodas
• TikToktiktok.com/@chelseabsodas

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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