How To Shop For The Best Cannabis In Brooklyn

The Travel Agency has its doors in downtown Brooklyn, and you may be visiting a licensed cannabis shop for the first time. This guide will help you make the most of your visit to the dispensary in Brooklyn, from understanding the shopping experience to selecting and taking home high-quality cannabis products.

Where can you buy high-quality cannabis in Brooklyn?

When you’re shopping for cannabis in Brooklyn, the first step is to find a licensed dispensary that you can trust. Choosing a licensed dispensary is important because there are a lot of places to buy cannabis in Brooklyn, but most of them are unregulated shops that sell untested products with unreliable labeling.

Licensed dispensaries are required by law to carry only quality products from legitimate brands that have been tested by third-party laboratories with consumer health and wellness in mind. When you shop at a licensed dispensary like The Travel Agency, you know you’re getting the best cannabis in Brooklyn.

How to tell if a Brooklyn dispensary is licensed

Choosing a licensed dispensary means you can expect professionalism and quality you won’t find elsewhere. These are the key things to consider when visiting a cannabis dispensary for the first time.

OCM licensing sticker on the door: The first thing you should look for isn’t even inside the dispensary, it’s on the front door. Legitimate cannabis dispensaries are required to post a sticker from the state on their door, so look for this to confirm your dispensary is indeed licensed.. The sticker should include a QR code you can scan to instantly confirm the dispensary’s legitimacy.

Online proof of licensing: Use this list of verified licensed dispensaries from New York’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) to confirm that a cannabis shop is licensed.

Detailed product labeling: Licensed cannabis products are required to have clear, accurate, and detailed labeling, which includes a way to review the product’s third-party testing results. When shopping at a licensed cannabis dispensary, you’ll always know what you’re getting.

Proper security measures: Licensed dispensaries are required to prioritize security, including surveillance cameras, security personnel, and panic buttons. These precautions are taken to protect both inventory and customers so that you feel safe in your shopping experience.

Limited payment options: Licensed dispensaries can only accept cash or debit card payments. If a dispensary allows for other payment options, it’s not licensed.

Prepacked flower: At a licensed New York dispensary, all flower must arrive in packaging and stay that way while in the shop. A dispensary that weighs and packages loose flower on-site is likely unlicensed. Travel elsewhere.

Only cannabis products sold: Dispensaries that sell non-cannabis products aren’t licensed. Alcohol, hookah products, or snacks and food that aren’t cannabis edibles are a sign to seek out other starting points for your next adventure.

No images of cannabis use: These are legal in everyday smoke shops but not in licensed dispensaries.

Cannabis products only visible inside the store: If you can see products from outside the store before you walk in, go elsewhere. Licensed dispensaries can’t display products to passersby — products must only be visible within the store.

Licensed dispensaries offer you peace of mind that you’re getting authentic, high-quality cannabis products and strengthen the local community and economy.

What makes one licensed Brooklyn dispensary better than others?

All licensed dispensaries in Brooklyn check the above boxes. Only some licensed Brooklyn dispensaries, though, meet the two conditions below. These dispensaries offer both the best cannabis in Brooklyn and the fundamentals for a smooth liftoff.

Professional and knowledgeable staff: The budtenders and other staff at a licensed cannabis dispensary receive training from the brands the store carries and pursue continuing education opportunities whenever possible. You can trust the recommendations and information a staff member provides you at a licensed dispensary.

Association with community and charitable organizations: In New York, cannabis dispensaries must work alongside a community charitable organization that helps support New Yorkers, so you know your purchase is helping improve your community.

How to shop for the best cannabis products: 5 things to look for

Take a look at these factors to make sure you’re getting a high-quality product that meets your expectations.

Check the brand

First things first, take a look at the brand. While every product in a licensed dispensary is a verified, licensed New York brand, you may prefer a particular company or grower. Take note of the brand you’re looking at and see if you can find any customer reviews around their products. Chances are, the brand is already generating some buzz, so you can get a sense of whether its products are right for you.

Review the labeling

Cannabis products in a licensed dispensary have detailed and accurate labeling that includes cannabinoid potency and terpene profile. The label will also include an expiration date for the product, so you’ll know how long its quality will last if you bring it home and store it in the proper condition.

Analyze testing results

If you’re not convinced by the information on the label, you can dive deeper into the third-party laboratory testing results by taking a look at the complete Certificate of Analysis (CoA). That way, you know exactly what’s in that product and can confirm that it’s a safe, high-quality product.

Ask your budtender

The budtenders at dispensaries like The Travel Agency are highly knowledgeable about the products we carry. If you’re not sure what to choose or have questions about a specific product, our staff can help you out. Don’t be afraid to ask for help or simply have a conversation with us about your preferences; the more we know, the better we can assist your product search.

Try it for yourself

There’s nothing quite like trial and error to determine if you’ve made the right choice. When you bring a product home for the first time, we recommend trying it with a journal handy and jotting down some notes about your experience. This way, you can decide whether you’d like to try the product again, what you liked about it, and what you’d like to avoid in the future.

Can you get cannabis delivery in Brooklyn?

Yes, you can order cannabis for delivery in Brooklyn. Ordering cannabis delivery is easy with The Travel Agency and only takes a few more steps than placing a pickup order online. To learn more, check out our guide on how to get cannabis delivered in Brooklyn.

Things to do in Brooklyn before or after your visit to The Travel Agency

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Top-quality cannabis is available in Brooklyn

Licensed cannabis deliveries have arrived in Brooklyn, making it easier than ever to get high-quality cannabis products in the Borough of Kings. The Travel Agency is proud to serve the neighborhood of Downtown Brooklyn and its surrounding areas, so visit our Brooklyn shop today and peruse our vast selection of New York’s leading cannabis brands. We can’t wait to see you!