The Pairist is a craft pre-roll brand that exclusively uses whole flower, refusing the use of trim in its production. By partnering with three of California's most respected small farms, The Pairist has earned back-to-back CA State Fair pre-roll awards, establishing a reputation for quality. Who They Are: The Pairist is a California craft pre-roll brand built on a standard of using only whole flower.
Unlike many brands that use trim—the leftover plant material after premium buds are removed—The Pairist utilizes the same whole flower as flower-only brands. The resulting product is characterized by its premium quality. Farm partnerships are central to the brand identity. The Pairist collaborates with Esensia Gardens, Moon Made Farms, and Huckleberry Hills Farms, each of which is recognized for high-quality cultivation. These farms are identified as integral to the brand.
What They Make: The brand produces craft pre-rolls made from whole flower sourced from Esensia Gardens, Moon Made Farms, and Huckleberry Hills Farms, with no trim included. The products cater to consumers seeking high-quality, well-rolled whole flower pre-rolls. Infused options are also available. History: The Pairist has established a track record at California cannabis competitions. In 2024, the brand won the CA State Fair Golden Bear award for Best Pre-Roll. In 2025, the brand won Best Infused Pre-Roll.
These back-to-back competition wins in different categories demonstrate the consistency of the whole-flower sourcing model. Known For: Whole flower pre-rolls, named farm partnerships including Esensia Gardens, Moon Made Farms, and Huckleberry Hills Farms, the 2024 CA State Fair Golden Bear Best Pre-Roll award, and the 2025 CA State Fair Best Infused Pre-Roll award. Where to Find Them: Products are available at select California dispensaries.
Information regarding retail partners and available blends can be found at thepairist.com or on Instagram at @the_pairist. The High Rise Read: The Pairist utilizes whole flower in all pre-rolls and maintains transparency regarding farm sourcing. Two CA State Fair wins in consecutive years—Best Pre-Roll in 2024 and Best Infused Pre-Roll in 2025—validate the brand's quality standards.