We’ve ranked the top cannabis brands for 2025, breaking down their best products, most popular strains, and what keeps them ahead of the game. If you’re looking for who’s really running the industry, this is the definitive list.
If you’re wondering who’s leading the pack in 2025, we’ve ranked the brands that are running the game right now. These brands are the ones moving weight, shaping the culture, and setting new standards for what “high-quality” means.
The cannabis industry is evolving at a rapid pace in 2025, with legacy brands, new-school hitters, and exotic innovators battling for top-tier dominance. Some brands continue to set the trends, while others are holding their position through fire genetics, top-tier manufacturing, and straight-up demand from the culture.
RMR Ranks the Top Cannabis Brands for 2025
1. Cookies – The Global Cannabis King 🌎💨
If there’s one brand that defines modern cannabis, it’s California’s Cookies. Founded by Bay Area rapper Berner, Cookies has evolved from a legacy breeder to a global powerhouse, setting the gold standard for premium genetics, elite branding, and dispensary experiences.
Why It’s #1:
- Legendary genetics – Cookies’ Gary Payton, Georgia Pie, and Cereal Milk remain some of the most sought-after strains in the game.
- Retail dominance – With stores across The United States, Canada, and Europe, Cookies is the most recognized cannabis retailer on Earth.
- Innovative collaborations – Whether it’s exotic crosses, celebrity collabs, or exclusive drops, Cookies constantly reinvents itself.
- Top Products: The Cookies flower line, vape carts, and pre-roll packs lead the market.
Expect even more exclusive genetics, global expansions, and high-end collabs to keep Cookies at the top for years to come.
2. STIIIZY – The Culture’s Favorite Lifestyle Brand 🎒💨
California retailer and vape powerhouse, STIIIZY, isn’t just a brand—it’s a movement. It started as a game-changing vape brand and has since expanded into premium flower, concentrates, infused pre-rolls, and edibles, along with retail. STIIIZY’s clean, high-tech branding and loyal fanbase make it one of the most dominant forces in cannabis today.
Why It’s #2:
- Still the undisputed vape king – The STIIIZY OG Pod remains a bestseller.
- Expanding beyond vapes – Their live resin pods, infused blunts, and flower eighths are flying off shelves.
- Flagship stores redefining dispensary experiences – STIIIZY retail locations are high-end, immersive shopping experiences.
- Top Products: The Birthday Cake Live Resin Pod, infused prerolls, and STIIIZY Biiig battery system lead the pack.
STIIIZY is more than just a product—it’s a lifestyle, and in 2025, it’s only growing bigger.
3. Jeeter – The Infused Pre-Roll Powerhouse 🚀🔥
Another California titan, Jeeter, has completely owned the infused pre-roll category. Their top-tier branding, high-potency joints, and celebrity-backed marketing have turned Jeeter into a dispensary must-have.
Why It’s #3:
- Best-selling infused pre-rolls – Their Liquid Diamonds and Baby Jeeters dominate sales.
- Ultra-potent and flavorful – Kief-covered, infused, and bursting with terpenes.
- Limited-edition collabs keep the hype alive.
- Top Products: The Jeeter XL pre-rolls, Baby Jeeters, and infused blunts remain customer favorites.
4. Wyld – The Best-Selling Edibles Brand 🍓🦊
The #1 edible brand in America is from Oregon folks. Wyld is undeniably the leader in the cannabis edible game. Their all-natural, strain-specific fruit gummies have become a national favorite, and their expansion into fast-acting formulas has kept them ahead of the competition.
Why It’s #4:
- Best-selling cannabis gummies in multiple states.
- High-quality, vegan, gluten-free formulas that appeal to a broad audience.
- Strain-specific formulations for targeted effects.
- Top Products: The Raspberry Sativa Gummies, Elderberry Indica CBN Gummies, and Wyld Sparkling THC drinks.
5. Wana – The Precision-Dosed Gummy Brand 🧪🌿
The former #1 edible in the United States is Wana and they represent Colorado. Their team has pushed the edible game forward with their fast-acting nano formulas, minor cannabinoid infusions, and effects-driven gummies. If Wyld owns the mainstream edible lane, Wana owns the science-backed space.
Why It’s #5:
- Fast-acting tech makes effects hit quicker than traditional edibles.
- Minor cannabinoids like THCV, CBG, and CBN make their gummies unique.
- Medical patients trust Wana for consistency and accuracy.
- Top Products: The Wana Quick Gummies, Sleep CBN Gummies, and high-dose sour gummies.
6. Timeless – The Veteran Vape Brand 🚀💨
I first discovered Timeless in California and now they are all over the country. Their brand has been one of the most consistent and cool vape brands period. They do what they do very well, sticking to their own custom, and incredibly popular terpene profiles, plus potent quality oil. They’re branding, merch, quality, all unite together to have one of the strongest vape brands in the game today.
Why It’s #6:
- Consistent, flavorful vape cartridges.
- Expanding into disposable vapes and limited edition drops.
- Reliable, clean oil that hits smooth every time.
- Top Products: The Timeless Sativa Pineapple Express Cart, Grape Ape Hybrid Cart, and Solventless Rosin Disposable.
7. Rove – The Flavor Kings and Queens of Vape Carts 🎨💨
California’s Rove has built a reputation for high-terpene, strain-specific vape cartridges that deliver full-spectrum flavor and potency. With their brand available across New York, Massachusetts, Arizona, and numerous other markets, they’ve solidified themselvs as a viable option for casual consumers or a full-on connoisseur. Rove’s consistent quality and flavorful hits with their vapes make it a go-to brand in the vape category, plus they also deliver quality items in the flower, preroll, and beverage space too.
Why It’s #7:
- Known for strain-specific live resin and high-terpene extracts.
- Clean, potent oil with a smooth draw.
- Custom terpene formulations to mimic classic strains.
- Reliable and well-loved in both medical and recreational markets.
Top Products:
The Rove Featured Farms Live Resin Carts, Skywalker OG Distillate, and Rove Disposable Pens lead their lineup.
8. Kiva – The Luxury Edibles Titan 🍫🔥
When it comes to high-end cannabis edibles, Kiva is in a league of its own. Their premium chocolates and Camino gummies are among the best-selling edibles nationwide, appealing to casual consumers and connoisseurs alike. Yes this is another California brand but the reality is every single time I travel to any state with legal dispensaries, Kiva products tend to be there!
Why It’s #8:
- Pioneers of premium cannabis-infused chocolate.
- Precise, effects-driven products with high-quality ingredients.
- Consistently innovating with new flavors and cannabinoid blends.
- Collaborations.
Top Products:
The Kiva Chocolate Bars, Camino Gummies, and Lost Farm Live Resin Chews are customer favorites.
9. MFUSED – The Extract Innovators 🔬💎
Washington State has officially made it to the big leagues of cannabis everyone! MFUSED is one of the most trusted names in cannabis vapes, delivering top-tier cartridges and all-in-ones vapes. Their focus on pure, potent extractions, with incredible flavor to match, makes them a favorite among cannabis connoisseurs in the Pacific Northwest, Arizona, Nevada, New York, and the rest of the states they’re offered.
Why It’s #9:
- Experts in flavorful and high-potency vapes.
- Full-spectrum cannabinoid and terpene profiles for enhanced effects.
- Cutting-edge product innovation.
- Elite-level branding and merchandise.
Top Products:
The MFUSED Distillate Vapes are among their most popular.
10. Alien Labs – Exotic Genetics at Their Finest 👽🔥
The reality is that Alien Labs really crushes all over California, Arizona, and Florida now. If you’re looking for true exotic flower, Alien Labs is one of the most respected names in the game. Their unique genetics and small-batch, high-THC strains have made them a cult favorite among cannabis enthusiasts.
Why It’s #10:
- Boutique genetics with unique terpene profiles.
- Top-tier indoor-grown flower with a focus on exotic flavors.
- Limited releases and exclusive strain drops keep demand high.
Top Products:
The Alien Labs Kryptochronic, Baklava, and Area 41 flower are must-tries.
11. Connected – The Indoor Cultivation Experts 💨🌿
A sister company to Alien Labs, Connected Cannabis Co. is synonymous with premium indoor-grown flower. Their high-end cultivation practices ensure dense, potent buds with rich terpene profiles.
Why It’s #11:
- California-grown, exotic indoor strains that set industry standards.
- Consistent quality, potency, and rich flavors.
- Exclusive genetics with highly sought-after limited drops.
Top Products:
The Connected Biscotti, Gelonade, and Lemonatti flower are among their best.
12. Keef – The OG of Infused Beverages 🥤💨
What you’ll soon find out is that many of the longest running or most successful brands got their start in the states where cannabis was first legalized. Following in that vein, Colorado’s legendary beverage brand, Keef, changed the game for THC-infused beverages, offering soda-style drinks with accurate dosing and fast-acting effects. Their flavor selection and high-dose options have made them a staple for drinkable cannabis consumers.
Why It’s #12:
- Pioneers of cannabis-infused sodas and mocktails.
- Great for social settings and microdosing.
- Expanding into fast-acting and high-dose beverage categories.
Top Products:
The Keef Classic Cola, Keef High Octane, and Keef Life THC Water Enhancers are top sellers.
13. Presidential – The Pre-Roll OGs 🚀🔥
Presidential is known for its ultra-potent, moonrock-infused pre-rolls, setting the standard for high-end blunts and moon rock joints. Their signature moonrock-infused joint and blunt products make them one of the strongest pre-roll brands out there.
Why It’s #13:
- High-THC, moonrock-infused pre-rolls that pack a punch.
- Slow-burning blunts wrapped in premium hemp wraps.
- A favorite for experienced smokers looking for heavy-hitting options.
Top Products:
The Presidential Moon Rock Blunts, Prerolls, and Moonrock 8ths lead the lineup.
14. Illicit Gardens – The Underground Craft Growers 🌱💨
Missouri’s #1 revenue-generating brand is Illicit Gardens and they recently expanded to New Jersey. Their commitment to high-quality, products, genetics, and brand experience makes them a brand to watch out for over the next few years.
Why It’s #14:
- Focused on consistent quality cannabis.
- Pushing legacy strains and unique phenos.
- Strong presence in Missouri and the Midwest
- Retail Footprint Includes 3 or More Locations Across Missouri
Top Products:
The Illicit Gardens Chem D, Gorilla Pie, and Star Dawg flower are bestsellers.
15. Sluggers Hit – The Hardest-Hitting Pre-Roll Brand 🥊🔥
My final selection from California is Sluggers Hit. You might’ve seen them building their brand all across the American South, Europe, New York, and California like crazy the last few years. Their brand has been growing like crazy and quite literally took over CA retailers like a tidal wave. For those who like their pre-rolls to hit like a heavyweight, these guys have high-potency, infused blunts, joints, vapes, edibles, and I’m sure there is more to come. Sluggers Hit is a go-to for power smokers.
Why It’s #15:
- High-THC, multi-gram pre-rolls for experienced smokers.
- Combines high-end flower with potent concentrates.
- Fast-growing fanbase among heavy-hitters.
Top Products:
The Sluggers Hit Grand Slam Pre-Roll, Infused Blunt, and Kief-Coated King Size Joint are consumer favorites.
16. Ayrloom – The Fast-Rising Cannabis Innovator 🏆🌿
New York’s Ayrloom is bringing a fresh approach to cannabis with fast-acting nano-infused edibles, beverages, and vapes. Their focus on minor cannabinoids and customized effects makes them a standout in the industry, plus they’ve existed as an apple farm for decades.
Why It’s #16:
- Leaders in nano-emulsified cannabis for fast-acting effects in New York.
- Expanding into minor cannabinoids like CBG, CBN, and THCV.
- Bringing craft-quality products to New Yorkers.
- Basically in every single store.
- Effective products.
Top Products:
The Ayrloom Infused Beverages, Sleep Tinctures, and All-In-One vapes are customer favorites.
These top 16 brands are setting the trends and dominating the cannabis industry in 2025. Who do YOU think is leading the game? Drop a comment and let’s talk about it!
