FROM SKETCHBOOKS TO STRAINS
Terp Mates didn’t originate in a corporate setting, it began in sketchbooks. A masked creative from the NYC underground partnered with a Northern California cultivator to transform fan art into premium cannabis packaging. Their first notable release was Yunque Berries, followed closely by a line of collectible toy-inspired drops.
ROOTED IN THE PLANT
This brand is built on heritage. The founder is a third-generation traditional operator, with both their grandfather and father making their livelihoods from cannabis. Terp Mates carries that lineage forward, merging traditional cultivation values with a modern, flavor-first approach.
GRATEFUL & GAS’D
The Grateful Terp Mates series became a defining moment for the brand. MF DOOM–inspired bags paired with collectible vinyl figures delivered a nostalgic yet innovative experience. These weren’t just clever designs each strain, from Grateful Doom to Samurai to Pharaoh, delivered top-tier quality and potency.
FLAVOR ALWAYS FIRST
The brand maintains a zero-compromise policy: no mids, no average product, no shortcuts. Every batch is indoor-grown, produced in limited quantities, and partnered with cultivators in both the Bay Area and Upstate New York. Notable strains include Mt. Tembleque’s creamy citrus profile and Candied Koshu Grapes’ Japanese grape funk—each cultivated like a limited-edition candy release.
COME WITH TOYS
Every package came with a collectible crafted with design precision rather than mass-produced filler. The concept blended street culture with nostalgia, evoking the excitement of opening a childhood toy bundle. Plans for NFT-linked vinyl figures were hinted at for 2025, signaling an expansion into digital collectibles.
POP-UPS & TELEGRAMS
Terp Mates thrives on exclusivity. With no retail storefront and no reliance on mainstream hype, they built their following through Harlem seshes, Miami swaps, and direct community engagement. Loyalty pins, exclusive merchandise, and encrypted Telegram channels reward those who stay tapped in.
CRITICS GOT CHECKED
While some dismissed the brand as “cartoon packs,” lab results consistently showed 30+ terpenes per batch. Sour or Die awarded them four “Sour Flamez,” and Buddy’s Bodega stocked them as part of its high-caliber selection. Terp Mates quickly established itself as a producer of artifacts, not just products.
TERPS WIN CHAMPIONSHIPS
In a crowded candy-gas market, Terp Mates brought creativity back into cannabis branding. Collaborations with Fumi Exotics, High Volume Co, and Mount Burnin Farms reinforced their credibility. A Sherb Money collaboration is slated for late 2025, adding another chapter to a growing catalog poised for cultural longevity.
Roots run deep. Terps run deeper. Welcome to the Grateful Garden. 🌱🏴☠️
— nugg notes 🪴
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