Cannabis is meant to be enjoyed.
On Tuesday, December 17th, Budist and POET teamed up with The Woods in Los Angeles to present Fleur Nouveau, an elevated tasting experience celebrating the 2024 sungrown harvest. Drawing inspiration from France’s iconic Beaujolais Nouveau tradition, Fleur Nouveau was a sensory feast that brought the 2024 harvest from the Emerald Triangle and Sonoma directly to the heart of West Hollywood, California.
For those who aren’t familiar, The Woods serves as both a dispensary and consumption lounge, offering a unique, inviting atmosphere that blends the best of nature and innovation. Founded by actor Woody Harrelson, this beautifully designed space features a stunning Ganja Garden—a lush, tranquil environment that immediately captivates visitors with its blend of greenery, art, and the unmistakable scent of quality cannabis.
Guided by expert growers from each farm, along with the highly skilled cannabis sommeliers (also known as Budists), the evening featured curated pairings of cultivars alongside expertly crafted elixirs, mouthwatering morsels, and aromatic pairings. Each tasting was designed to highlight the nuances and complexity of sungrown flower, encouraging attendees to appreciate cannabis in a more refined, thoughtful manner. Guests had the privilege of experiencing the event inside The Woods’ intimate private cabanas, where the sensory experience was deepened by the tranquil surroundings and the curated pairings that heightened the flavors of each cultivar.
The event, an exclusive invite-only affair, brought together over 100 cannabis connoisseurs, food enthusiasts, beverage lovers, and local media to celebrate the 2024 harvest in grand style. Featured brands included: POET, Arcanna Flowers, Radicle Herbs, Moon Made Farms, Fire King Hash, Sonoma Hills Farm, Punch Extracts, El Blunto, Marigold Sweets, DaySavers, Three Spirit, Almora, and Terpene Belt Farms—each offering a taste of the finest cannabis California has to offer.
As guests mingled, tasted, and reveled in the beauty of the plant, Fleur Nouveau offered a rare opportunity to deepen one’s appreciation of sungrown cannabis while celebrating its unique place in the world of fine craftsmanship. With each cultivar, elixir, and pairing, it was clear: Fleur Nouveau is not just a tasting—it’s a celebration of cannabis culture in its highest form.
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