About Cannabis Cartel
Cannabis Cartel is an Ontario value flower brand built around its “QUADS” lineup — high‑potency, craft‑grown dried flower sold at budget pricing. It is produced by Nostrum Biopharm Inc., a licensed producer based in St. Thomas in southwestern Ontario, and is a sibling brand to Bambu Select. The lineup centres on 3.5g flower in the upper‑20s to mid‑30s percent THC range, with pre‑rolls and a small line of THC‑free cannabis beverages rounding things out.
Quick Snapshot
- Producer: Nostrum Biopharm Inc. (St. Thomas, southwestern Ontario)
- Category focus: Value dried flower (“QUADS” tier) and pre‑rolls; a small line of cannabis–adjacent beverages
- Signature: High‑THC, craft‑grown 3.5g flower at value pricing
- Best for: Shoppers who want strong flower without a premium price tag
- Availability: Ontario — Ontario Cannabis Store (OCS) and Ontario retailers
What Shoppers Like
- High potency for the price. The QUADS flower line typically lands in the 28–35% THC range while staying in the value tier.
- Craft‑style growing. Listings describe the flower as craft grown, hand trimmed and hang‑dried rather than mass‑produced.
- Recognizable strains. Familiar names like GSC and Motorbreath sit alongside the brand’s own picks such as Ice Cream Wizard.
- Made in Ontario. Grown and packaged by a local southwestern Ontario producer.
Format & Use‑Case Chart
| Need | Format | Why Cannabis Cartel |
|---|---|---|
| Strong flower on a budget | QUADS 3.5g dried flower | High‑THC strains at value pricing |
| Ready‑to‑smoke convenience | Pre‑rolls | Same value angle in a no‑prep format |
| A non‑intoxicating option | Coconut water / soda beverages | THC‑free drinks under the same brand |
| Trying a familiar cultivar | Named strains (GSC, Motorbreath) | Classic genetics in the QUADS tier |
Tips for First‑Timers
- Mind the potency. QUADS flower runs high in THC, so start with a small amount and wait before having more.
- Check the listing. THC ranges and strains vary by drop — confirm the current numbers on the OCS or retailer page.
- Beverages are different. The coconut water and soda products are listed as THC‑free, so do not expect flower‑style effects from them.
Cannabis Cartel FAQs
Who makes Cannabis Cartel?
Cannabis Cartel is produced by Nostrum Biopharm Inc., a licensed cannabis producer based in St. Thomas in southwestern Ontario. It is a sibling brand to Bambu Select under the same producer.
What products does Cannabis Cartel make?
The core of the brand is its QUADS dried flower, sold mainly in 3.5g packages, plus pre‑rolls. There is also a small line of cannabis‑adjacent beverages, including coconut water and soda products.
What does QUADS mean?
QUADS is the name Cannabis Cartel uses for its value flower tier. In practice it points to high‑potency dried flower offered at budget pricing rather than a separate product type.
How potent is Cannabis Cartel flower?
QUADS flower listings generally fall in the 28–35% THC range, with CBD typically low. Exact numbers vary by strain and batch, so check the current OCS or retailer listing.
What strains are available?
Listings have included Ice Cream Wizard, GSC, Motorbreath, Jordan X, King’s Counsel, Little Buddies and Dragon Pendant, among others. Availability rotates, so not every strain is in stock at any given time.
Is Cannabis Cartel a value or premium brand?
It is positioned as a value brand. Reviews and listings describe craft‑grown, high‑THC flower offered at budget pricing — for example, 3.5g packages have been seen around the low twenties of dollars.
Are the products lab‑tested?
As a federally licensed Canadian producer, Nostrum Biopharm products sold through the OCS are subject to Health Canada testing and compliance requirements. Specific certificate‑of‑analysis details are not published on the brand site at the time of writing — confirm before publish.
Does Cannabis Cartel make vapes or 510 cartridges?
No 510‑thread vape cartridges or vape hardware appear in the brand’s current listings. The focus is dried flower, pre‑rolls and a small beverage line, so 510 compatibility does not apply here.
Do the beverages get you high?
The coconut water and soda products in the current lineup are listed with 0% THC and 0% CBD, so they are non‑intoxicating. Always read the label on the specific product you buy.
Where can I buy Cannabis Cartel?
It is available in Ontario through the Ontario Cannabis Store (OCS) and at licensed Ontario retailers. Stock varies by store, so check local availability for the strain you want.
How should I store the flower?
Keep dried flower in its sealed container in a cool, dark place away from heat and direct light to help preserve potency and aroma. This is general guidance rather than a brand‑specific instruction.
Is Cannabis Cartel a good pick for a first‑timer?
It can be, with caution. Because the QUADS flower is high in THC, new users should start with a very small amount, go slow and wait to feel the effects before having more.