used to have gin in it.”
The Portland Pickles Make History as First U.S. Sports Team to Sell THC Products at Games
The Portland Pickles, a collegiate summer baseball team known for their use of wooden bats, have made a groundbreaking announcement. In an exclusive partnership with Cycling Frog, a company specializing in hemp-derived THC products, the Pickles will now be selling infused drinks at their home games in Portland, Oregon.
According to reports, Cycling Frog’s drinks contain 2 mg of THC and 4 mg of CBG per can and come in passionfruit and lemon flavors. These drinks will be available at three different locations throughout the stadium, including the Jack Daniels Party Deck Bar, Dillon’s Hideaway Bar, and a standalone pop-up inside the gates.
But how is this legal? The Pickles have consulted with the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) and Portland Parks and Recreation, who own the stadium, to ensure that all regulations are being followed. It is also important to note that these drinks can only be purchased by individuals who are 21 years of age or older.
Ross Campbell, VP of Business Development for the Pickles, stated, “The Portland Pickles have a responsibility in the sports industry to take leaps and set a precedent of innovative partnerships.” This is not the first time the Pickles have made history in the sports world, as they were the first team to partner with a CBD company in 2019.
The news of the Pickles’ partnership with Cycling Frog has even caught the attention of late-night talk show host Stephen Colbert. During a recent episode of The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, he joked about the Pickles being the first team to sell THC products at games. He also pointed out that this is not the first time a popular beverage has been infused with a mind-altering substance, referencing the use of cocaine in Coca-Cola in the past.
So, while fans may not be sparking up in the stands, they can now “sparkle up” with THC-based seltzer drinks at Pickles games. This groundbreaking partnership is just another example of the Pickles’ commitment to innovation and pushing boundaries in the sports industry.
