Kansas City, MO — Franklin’s, the Kansas City-based cannabis brand renowned for its slow-burning, ultra-potent, and always fresh blunts, has been named the #1 blunt brand in the United States by market intelligence firm Headset. This milestone cements Franklin’s as the dominant force in the pre-roll and blunt category, setting a new standard for quality and consumer preference.
With an astonishing 58% market share in Missouri and over 500,000 blunts produced since adult-use legalization in 2023, Franklin’s has outpaced competitors in some of the largest cannabis markets in the country.
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The data shows that Franklin’s is manufacturing more blunts in Missouri than the entire states of California, Illinois, and Colorado combined—a staggering achievement for a brand founded less than three years ago.
"Looking at Headset, we can see that Franklin’s is not just a leader in Missouri but a powerhouse in the blunt category," said Noah Marsh, Director of Marketing at Franklin’s. "The scale at which we operate and the demand for our products prove that Franklin’s is quite the success story.
The recognition from Headset is a testament to Franklin’s unwavering commitment to craftsmanship, consistency, and consumer trust.
"This recognition validates everything we’ve built—our commitment to quality, our passion for product innovation, and the deep trust we’ve earned from consumers," said Michael Wilson, CEO of Franklin’s. "We don’t just manufacture blunts—we craft an experience. And that experience is resonating."
Industry analysts have taken notice of Franklin’s meteoric rise.
“In under three years, the team at Franklin’s has achieved something truly remarkable,” said Jake Sagare, a representative from Headset.
“They’ve become the top blunt brand in both Missouri and across the country—eight out of the top ten blunts in Missouri are Franklin’s, and they hold four of the top ten national spots over the past 12 months within the markets that Headset tracks."
"Their dominance in the blunt category has been a fascinating case study to analyze, and we’re excited that Headset can be the platform to help them reach their goals.”
Franklin’s success in Missouri is only the beginning. With expansion plans in the works, the company is bringing its award-winning blunts and infused products to new markets, ensuring that the same craftsmanship and authenticity that made it #1 remains at the core of its brand.
"Franklin’s is built for growth," said Ryan Hayes, Director of Operations. "We’re proving that a truly great product speaks for itself, and we’re excited to introduce more consumers to the Franklin's experience."
For media inquiries or interview requests, please contact:
Media Contact | Noah Marsh | Director of Marketing | noah@franklinsmo.com
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