Herb’s Holiday Gift Guide: The Ultimate Product Roundup Of 2021

It’s that time of year again; we’re looking back at 365 days of ups-and-downs, analyzing what worked and what didn’t, aiming to get our ducks lined up for another trip around the sun.

Whether you were naughty or nice, you deserve some of the coolest products in the market—from laser-powered bongs to the latest fitness gadgets.

A new generation of refined consumers has pushed businesses to break the aesthetical taboos of cannabis and provide quality gadgets that add high-design accents to living rooms across the world.

Today’s creatives walk with slick vapes next to the latest smartphones, checking their microdosing schedule on apps suited for the modern psychonaut. 

Between sessions, they nibble on cannabis-butter-infused pastries or grind fresh herb with the help of Danish design.

As the trip starts to kick in, their VR headsets become tools for mindful exploration and spiritual inspiration—lessons that are jotted down on their journals before winding down with a percussion massager (to loosen any remaining tightness in their body and call it a day).

Enjoy the flower’s cannabinoids (without the harsh combustion byproducts) in the sharpest vape out there.  

Wireless vaping accessories with fast adaptive charging and higher battery power for longer smokes.

A dual-use vaporizer for extracts or flower that could have easily been designed by Leonardo himself.

This high-tech German apparatus provides big cloud eruptions without magmatic messes.

A grinder elaborated with the utmost attention to detail, courtesy of Nordic design worthy of a prize at Salone del Mobile. 

Redefining getting baked; from herb to butter in minutes for the best space cakes. 

Responsible psychonauts always have a trip-sitter by their side; now they’ll have it at hand.

A power bank for the power players in need of an extra boost and a safe trove. 

A precision device that targets tight and sore muscles to provide fast recovery on the go. 

Step into the meta-world for a deeper exploration of consciousness, one pixel at a time.

Before cannabis was divided into medicinal and recreational (for legal purposes), the plant had been considered a natural healing tool used for thousands of years.

Some of the earliest mentions of marihuana in pharmacopeias worldwide date back 2000 years B.C. when the Chinese Emperor Shen Nung compiled one of the earliest Materia Medicas known to man. 

Although cannabis has historically been present in medicine, it took decades for governments to rethink the way we looked at it.

Tarnished by an oppressive War on Drugs, it was only until doctors stepped up and studied the plant—some under the authorities’ radar—to prove what we know today: cannabinoids and terpenes found in marijuana have anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving properties and may be beneficial in treating depression and regulate seizures.

These are just some of the reasons why cannabis has made a breakthrough into modern medicine, with doctors around the world recommending its use as a replacement for opiates or pharmaceuticals.

Medical reports aside, all of us who consume it know: it makes us feel good.

Here are some of our favorite brands working towards a more wholesome community.

Natural and organic blends to pamper the spirit.

Yummy bites that will lead you to Morpheus’ arms.

Biodegradable blocks to unlock your asanas; rollers to loosen your body.

A THCV-packed tincture to help you supercharge your days.

Vitamin-packed nootropic gum and mints for increased functionality.

The best-looking wearable for the most athletic and technological people. 

Hemp and Fungi combine for immunity support and energy boost.

The smartest mattress out there, with cooling technology to help you rest.

Our favorite strain, packed with limonene terpenes for a smooth experience.

A salve to save you from muscle soreness; USDA organic hemp mixed with peppermint and arnica.

Running gear for the active meditator and nature-loving, modern-day hippies.

Stay hydrated with this snazzy reusable container that will keep you high (not dry).

Supplement your beverages: zero-calorie, sugar-free enhancement (5/10 mg of THC per vial).

If we learned anything from these past few years of lockdown, it’s that our homes are an extension of our bodies—and they deserve the same amount of love and care.

Here are some products that will add flair to your residential space.

Back in the day, not a lot of people dared to have a bong in the middle of their living room for fear of being judged.

Fast forward to today: smoking accessories have become an indispensable part of our home’s decor.

It’s all due to the elevated design and quality pieces that have been coming out of creatives who used to lurk in the shadows, prevented from expressing themselves due to social taboos and legal restrictions.

Turn your home into a fancy boutique with ceramic canisters made in California, bongs that operate with infrared lasers, organic candles that add soothing scents to your abode, the best headphones for listening to music and online gaming, as well as a few other must-haves that will help you feel good about staying at home.

Handmade from porcelain, this container is made to keep your flower fresh.

When did Seth Rogan become a ceramist? No clue, but he’s a really good one (considering how cool this ashtray set is).

Speaking of plants; this company has some amazing varieties that will help filter your indoor air (we personally love Marantas).

Achieve mental fitness with this bed and its spatial vibration/sound healing functions.

Calling all gamers and music lovers: if you’re getting a new set of headphones, let this be it. Who would say no to 7.1 surround sound quality?

Inspired by the Japanese art of forest-bathing, this candle will bring the fragrance of forest—regardless of where’s your lodge is.

This polished piece provides clean hits that guarantee a smooth sailing experience (through the corners of your mind).

Innovation comes in the way of this somewhat obvious yet unexpected material in a bong; add some ice for a sub-zero thermal effect.

Bring home a pipe that could easily be exhibited in the finest galleries around the world. 

Take care of your carpet just like you care for your bongs; no ash will fall astray with this fashionable receptacle at hand. 

The myth that stoners are intellectually challenged is nothing more than a propaganda legend created by politicians to keep us away from a plant that can be a wonderful tool for creativity and self-expression.

Forget the image of the couch-locked pothead; the modern-day stoner is active and highly creative, always on the move, and ready to learn.

Walk into any sesh and you’ll find yourself talking with fellows who are acquainted with everything from prohibition history and social justice, the cultural and spiritual traditions around marijuana, quantum physics, art criticism, and current trends. 

Cannabis is no longer just a tool to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the world, but also one that helps us connect bridges with a new breed of brainiacs who love to vibe and thrive, expanding their minds into deeper conversations.

Here’s a selection of products for a highbrow toolkit that will help you keep the brain active—in style.

Groundbreaking to say the list, this joint switches the rolling paper for a sheet of pressed ice hash that hugs 0.8 g of the purest California flower.

These chewable microdoses are made with functional mushrooms such as Cordyceps sinensis, energizers like Mucuna, and focus enhancers like L-theanine.

The Santa Cruz-based artist has been making rad artwork for decades; his latest drop is a tongue-in-cheek take on ‘Reefer Madness’, the 1930s movie that demonized marijuana. 

Nothing like a snug hoodie for your session—whether it involves staying at home watching documentaries, heading out for a run in the city, or going for a walk in nature. Here’s a fresh look at our most recent project: Herb Highwear. 

The elevated stoner incorporates fungi technology into their development too. And they do it in style, with the long-sleeve and bucket hat by YAWN. A portion of proceeds go to raising money and awareness on psilocybin-specific research via heffter.org

The Straight Tube is a nod at the classic water pipes that are starting to disappear, replaced by high-tech apparatuses. Keep it real with bubblicious bong. 

Tanzanian coffee beans—sourced from Andytown Coffee Roasters—covered in dark chocolate with 5 mg of THC per bite. It doesn’t get any more scrumptious than this.

If you’re trying to stay away from caffeine but still want a morning kick with your wake-and-bake joint, try this mix of adaptogens, ayurvedic herbs, and cacao. 

When the weed hits you good, ideas start to flow left-and-right. But if you ever feel creatively blocked, this journal will inspire you to get those brain juices going.

Sleek and discreet, these pipes are used by judges at strain competitions for a reason. The slider keeps the stash hidden away and prevents any odor from escaping after taking a drag.

Drop your phone and pick up the pages; here’s what we’re reading at Herb:

How the future of post-legalization marijuana farming can be sustainable, local, and artisanal

Discover how weed has grown into a good-looking business

Captivating pictures of cannabis by 25 photographers from around the world. 

A practical guide to the healing magic of cannabis, CBD, and mushrooms.