THE BROTHERS APOTHECARY

What THE BROTHERS APOTHECARY does

The Brothers Apothecary is a Portland, Oregon-based wellness company that formulates, manufactures, and sells hemp-derived CBD products under the The Apothecary LLC entity. Its portfolio spans six categories: CBD teas (14+ award-winning blends), capsules (sleep, focus, immunity, digestion, superfood), superfoods and edibles (matcha, mushroom coffee, hot cocoa, protein), honey and drops, skincare and body care, and smokables (herbal smoking blends and craft CBD/CBG flower). The company's core technical asset is a proprietary hemp + coconut base formulation using organic tapioca maltodextrin (from yuca root) and acacia fiber, designed to enhance CBD mixability and bioavailability. All products are third-party tested by ORELAP-accredited laboratories (Green Leaf Lab, 3B Analytical, Columbia Laboratories) across potency, pesticides, heavy metals, residual solvents, and microbiology, with hemp sourced from USDA Organic Certified East Fork Cultivars in Oregon and extracts manufactured by Laurelcrest Labs.

The company generates revenue through three channels: (1) direct-to-consumer e-commerce at thebrothersapothecary.com with one-time purchase and a subscription option offering 20% monthly savings, (2) wholesale distribution to retailers and resellers with Net 30 terms, and (3) small-batch private label manufacturing services for other wellness brands. A physical café and herb shop in Portland supports regional retail. Pricing is unit-based, with teas starting at $5.50, capsules from $15.00, and smoking blends at $29.99 (subscription-eligible). The company holds Oregon Hemp Handler and Distributor licenses (#AG-R1044051|HH and #AG-R1090672|HH) and operates out of a renewable-powered facility using organic and wild-crafted ingredients in small-batch production.

Founded in 2015/2016 by brothers Shane and Jesse Richardson, the company remains privately held, family-owned, and bootstrapped with no external institutional investment disclosed. It is headquartered at 3423 SE 18th Ave, Portland, Oregon, employs 1–10 people, and ships to all 50 U.S. states via USPS. Co-founder Jesse Richardson holds a Political Science degree from UCLA and studied Medicinal Plants & Ethnobotanical Research at Cornell.

Name

THE BROTHERS APOTHECARY

Legal name

The Apothecary LLC

Website

https://thebrothersapothecary.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Brothers Apothecary is a Portland, Oregon-based CBD wellness company that crafts small-batch CBD teas, capsules, honey, superfoods, body care, and smokables using USDA-organic Oregon hemp, selling direct-to-consumer via its website and subscription, through wholesale, and via private label manufacturing for other wellness brands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

CBD Wellness Products

NAICS

Food (Health) Supplement Retailers (456191), Health and Personal Care Retailers (4561), Tobacco, Electronic Cigarette, and Other Smoking Supplies Retailers (459991)

SIC

Medicinal Chemicals & Botanical Products (2833)

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), Cannabis Accessories & Smoke Shops (Pipes, Papers, Grinders) (CRANAHAG), Functional Foods & Supplement Formats (Gummies, Chews, Powders, Shots) (CRADAGAI), Herbal & Botanical Supplements (CRADAGAD), Functional Foods & Wellness Beverage Retail (Kombucha, Adaptogens, CBD where legal) (CRAHAEAH)

Keywords

• CBD wellness products
• Hemp-infused teas
• Herbal CBD capsules
• Organic CBD honey
• CBD superfoods

Headquarters

HQ city

Portland

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, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales: E-commerce sales of CBD teas, capsules, superfoods, honey, body care, and smoking products. Products offered as one-time purchases or through subscription with 20% monthly savings.
2. Wholesale/Retail Distribution: Wholesale orders for retailers and distributors with Net 30 terms available for established businesses. Subject to approval and upfront payment unless otherwise agreed in writing.
3. Private Label Manufacturing: Small-batch private label manufacturing services for wellness brands. Services offered to other companies seeking to create CBD or herbal wellness products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Brothers Apothecary manufactures and sells small-batch, hemp-derived CBD wellness products including CBD teas (Golden Dream, Mellow Mint, Highbiscus, Chai Awakening, etc.), CBD capsules (Sleep Aid, Super Greens, Mental Clarity, Digest Well, Immunity Support), CBD-infused superfoods and edibles (matcha, mushroom coffee, hot cocoa, protein), CBD honey and drops, CBD skincare/body care, and herbal smoking blends. Products are sold direct-to-consumer through their website, with subscription options, and distributed wholesale or via private label manufacturing for other wellness brands.

Product overview

The brothers apothecary operates as a wellness brand centered on hemp-derived CBD products, founded in 2015/2016 by brothers shane and jesse richardson in portland, oregon. the product portfolio spans five primary categories: (1) cbd teas -- including award-winning blends such as golden dream, mellow mint, highbiscus, chai awakening, midnight dream (cbd/cbg teas), sensuatea, oolong passion, buddha's berry, and pumpkin spice chai; (2) cbd capsules -- including sleep aid (valerian + cbd), super greens (spirulina + cbd), mental clarity (ginkgo + ashwagandha), digest well, immunity support (turmeric), and canna caps; (3) cbd superfoods & edibles -- including mighty matcha, mind matcha (mushroom matcha), forager's java (mushroom instant coffee), spiced cacao (cbd hot cocoa), golden milk, horchata, moon milk, lover's latte, peppermint cocoa, and cbd protein powder; (4) cbd honey & drops -- including organic orange turmeric cbd honey, organic wildflower cbd honey, organic lavender cbd honey, apple spice cbd honey, wildflower delta-8 honey, and flavored honey drops (orange turmeric, lemon ginger); and (5) cbd skincare & body care -- including pain away balm, extra strength pain away balm, buzz balm, soothing body butter, green tea body butter, rosehip moisturizer, chamomile bath soak, and essential oil rollers (pain away, unwind, insight). the company also offers a sixth category of smokables, including three herbal smoking blends (sacred for meditation, center for focus, and peace for relaxation) plus craft smoking flowers (kush cbd flower, cbg flower) sold as pre-rolls, 1/8 oz, and 1/4 oz. the portfolio also extends to private label manufacturing services for other wellness brands. all products feature third-party tested, usda organic-certified hemp from east fork cultivars (oregon), and the company manufactures in small batches using sustainable, handcrafted processes with organic and wildcrafted botanicals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Golden Dream CBD Tea Chamomile CBD tea blend designed for unwinding, relaxation, and sleep support; available from $5.50.
• Mellow Mint CBD Tea Crisp peppermint CBD tea, supports upset stomach relief and relaxation; available from $5.50.
• Highbiscus CBD Tea Floral hibiscus CBD tea with deep red infusion for relaxation; available from $5.50.
• Chai Awakening CBD Tea Traditionally inspired CBD chai tea crafted with Darjeeling tea for morning energy and awakening.
• Oolong Passion CBD Tea CBD tea infused with oolong and passionfruit, combining succulent tea with tropical flavors.
• Buddha's Berry CBD Tea CBD tea infused with green tea and Indian tulsi for centering and daily wellness.
• Sensualitea CBD Tea Floral CBD tea blend marketed for intimate wellness support.
• Pumpkin Spice Chai CBD Tea Seasonally available pumpkin spice chai CBD tea for cozy fall and winter wellness.
• Midnight Dream CBG Tea Special edition CBG tea blend infused with hemp for evening relaxation.
• Sleep Aid CBD Capsules (Valerian + CBD) Sleep-support CBD capsule blended with valerian, melatonin, chamomile, and skullcap; available from $15.00.
• Super Greens CBD Capsules (Spirulina + CBD) CBD capsule infused with spirulina, chlorella, and wheatgrass as a daily superfood supplement.
• Mental Clarity CBD Capsules Focus-enhancing CBD capsules combining ginkgo leaf with ashwagandha, shatavari, and rhodiola.
• Digest Well CBD Capsules Digestion-support CBD capsules with ginger, peppermint, licorice, and fennel.
• Immunity Support CBD Capsules (Turmeric) CBD capsules infused with turmeric for immune system support and antioxidant benefits.
• Spiced Cacao CBD Hot Cocoa CBD-infused hot cocoa made with raw cacao and spices for comfort and pain relief support.
• Mighty Matcha CBD Matcha CBD matcha powder combining organic ceremonial-grade matcha for focus and energy.
• Mind Matcha Mushroom Matcha Organic ceremonial-grade matcha combined with functional mushrooms for focus and energy.
• Forager's Java CBD Mushroom Instant Coffee CBD and functional mushroom-infused instant coffee for morning energy and wellness.
• Organic Wildflower CBD Honey Organic wildflower honey infused with full-spectrum, Oregon-grown hemp CBD for evening relaxation and deeper sleep support.
• Organic Orange Turmeric CBD Honey Organic wildflower honey infused with Oregon-grown hemp CBD and turmeric, suitable for daily use in coffee or tea.
• Organic Lavender CBD Honey Organic lavender-infused wildflower CBD honey for night wellness and tea pairing.
• Apple Spice CBD Honey Apple spice-flavored whipped CBD honey with apple cider vinegar for a spreadable, spiced wellness product.
• Orange Turmeric Honey Drops (CBD Gummy) Orange turmeric-infused CBD gummy honey drops made without corn syrup, supporting relaxation and evening wellness.
• Lemon Ginger Honey Drops (CBD Gummy) Lemon and organic ginger-infused CBD gummy honey drops for relaxation and relief from aches and pains.
• Pain Away CBD Balm (Body Butter) 100% natural CBD balm providing relief from occasional aches and pains for active individuals.
• Buzz Balm (CBD Lip & Skin Balm) Nourishing CBD lip and skin balm formulated for moisturizing and under-eye puffiness reduction.
• Soothing CBD Body Butter (Green Tea, Primrose & Shea Butter) CBD body butter infused with green tea, primrose, and shea butter for nourishing skin care.
• Pain Away CBD Essential Oil Roller CBD essential oil roller providing targeted topical application for occasional aches and pains.
• Unwind CBD Essential Oil Roller CBD essential oil roller for centering and calming the mind.
• Insight CBD Essential Oil Roller CBD essential oil roller for focus and mental clarity.
• Sacred Hemp CBD Smoking Blend Small-batch herbal smoking blend for meditation combining CBD hemp flower with marshmallow root, lemon balm, tulsi, rose, and wild dagga. Tobacco-free and nicotine-free; priced at $29.99 with subscription option.
• Center Hemp CBD Smoking Blend Meditative herbal smoking blend for focus and introspection, combining CBD hemp flower with blue lotus, wild dagga, and wild lettuce. Tobacco-free and nicotine-free.
• Peace Hemp CBD Smoking Blend Soul-soothing herbal smoking blend for restfulness and balance, combining CBD hemp flower with lavender, rose, blue lotus, spearmint, and wild dagga. Tobacco-free and nicotine-free.
• Kush Hemp CBD Flower Premium craft Kush hemp CBD flower with earthy character; available as pre-rolls, 1/8 oz, and 1/4 oz jars.
• CBG Flower Craft CBG (cannabigerol) hemp flower for smoking, offering a different cannabinoid profile than CBD-dominant strains.
• Delta Sleep (Delta-8 + CBN/CBG/CBD Oil) Sleep-support oil blending Delta-8 THC with CBN, CBG, and CBD for rest and rejuvenation.
• Limited Edition Wildflower Delta-8 Honey Limited-edition USDA organic polyfloral honey infused with Delta-8 THC.
• Small-Batch Private Label Manufacturing Private label manufacturing services for wellness brands, offering small-batch production capabilities for CBD teas, capsules, superfoods, and other botanical wellness products.

Quantifiable outcome

• Customer satisfaction ratings of 4.8-4.98 stars across major products
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• East Fork CultivarscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary hemp supplier for The Brothers Apothecary's organic certified hemp. East Fork Cultivars is a USDA Organic Certified farm in Oregon that provides high-quality hemp for teas, capsules, and full-spectrum flower-based formulas. The partnership includes soil testing for heavy metals and USDA organic certification documentation.
• Laurelcrest LabscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary extract manufacturer for The Brothers Apothecary. Located in McMinnville, Oregon, Laurelcrest Labs produces CBD extracts used in the company's products including honey, honey drops, drink mixes, matcha, and skin/body care items.
• Green Leaf LabcoreTechnology or IntegrationThird-party, ORELAP accredited testing laboratory used for CBD product testing including potency, pesticide screening, and microbial analysis.
• 3B AnalyticalcoreTechnology or IntegrationThird-party laboratory partner for hemp and CBD product testing including potency analysis, solvent testing, and full-panel compliance testing.
• Columbia LaboratoriescoreTechnology or IntegrationThird-party ORELAP accredited laboratory used for testing services including Certificate of Analysis (COA) generation for products.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/thebrothersapothecary
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-brothers-apothecary

Compliance4 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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