The Coffee Joint is a new cannabis cafe in Denver, Colorado, that allows users to consume their cannabis on-site.
Though the space doesn't actually sell cannabis, it allows users to consume for recreational purposes in-store as they enjoy coffee and snacks. Since smoking indoors is illegal, the Coffee Joint only permits vaping, oils, or edibles. Entry into the cafe costs $5, and gets visitors a free cup of coffee – however if users first purchase cannabis from the neighboring dispensary 1136 Yuma (managed by Coffee Joint's co-owner Rita Tasalyuk), they can enter the cafe for free.
This cafe's highly specialized focus is likely to bring in cannabis lovers and novelty seekers alike.
Legalized Cannabis Cafes
The Coffee Joint Has a "Bring Your Own Weed" Policy
Trend Themes
1. Cannabis Consumption Cafes - Creating cannabis-focused cafes that allow for on-site consumption presents a new opportunity for small business owners in the cannabis industry.
2. Alternative Smoking Methods - As many establishments do not allow indoor smoking, the creation and marketing of oils, edibles, or vaping products presents a disruptive innovation opportunity to appeal to more traditional smokers.
3. BYOW Policy - Allowing customers to bring their own weed policy creates opportunities for cafes and other venues to promote themselves as cannabis-friendly without having to bear the expense of purchasing cannabis inventory.
Industry Implications
1. Cannabis Industry - With more states legalizing cannabis use, the industry has the potential to create a new niche of cannabis consumption cafes as a form of social consumption.
2. Food and Beverage Industry - Collaborating with cannabis cafes to offer unique snack and drink options may be a disruptive innovation opportunity for businesses in the food and beverage industry.
3. Hospitality Industry - Hotels and other hospitality businesses may benefit from partnering with local on-site cannabis cafes to differentiate themselves from competitors and offer guests a unique experience.