Partnering With CBD & THC Product Developers

Properties of Bickford’s Flavors and Extracts for CBD & THC

As a trusted name in the flavor industry for over 100 years, Bickford Flavors delivers targeted flavor solutions designed to meet the unique challenges of developing CBD and THC-infused products. Whether you're creating a microdosed beverage, a full-spectrum gummy, or a high-potency tincture, our oil-soluble and water-soluble flavors offer the performance, consistency, and consumer appeal your product line demands. Here’s how our products stand out:

  • Our products are stronger and more concentrated than traditional flavoring methods to ensure bold flavor profiles in small doses.
  • Typically clear, our products preserve the look of your finished product.
  • Our products are free of added salt and sugar, and we offer vegan, Kosher, gluten-free and non-GMO flavor options to align with consumer wellness trends.

Start Your Flavor Development Journey With Bickford Flavors

Whether you're scaling a brand or launching a new line, we provide the flavor foundation to make your product a success. Here’s how to get started:

Browse our CBD & THC collection, which has been carefully formulated for edibles, tinctures, baked goods and infused drinks. 

Learn more about our wholesale program, where you can enjoy benefits like preferred pricing, no minimum order requirement after one gallon, and faster-than-normal shipping. 

Explore custom flavor development tailored to your specific formulation needs. If you would like to sample our flavors for a trial or pilot run, 1 oz. sizes are available for purchase directly on our website. 

 

Flavors Designed for the Cannabinoid Market


Gummies & Edibles
Consumers want consistent effects—and a great taste. Our flavors mask earthy undertones and add crave-worthy profiles like strawberry, blue raspberry, green apple, tropical fruit, and watermelon. Oil- and water-soluble options available depending on your gummy formulation. 

Tinctures & Oils
Our oil-soluble flavors seamlessly blend into MCT-based tinctures, full-spectrum oils, and CBD drops. Popular options include peppermint, lemon-lime, cinnamon, and blood orange.

Baked Goods & Confections
Brownies, cookies, chocolates, and more—our indulgent flavor line includes options like salted caramel, chocolate, butterscotch, and peanut butter banana. These water and oil-soluble flavors hold up to heat and fat-rich matrices without breaking down.

Infused Beverages
Flavor matters when you're neutralizing natural bitterness and elevating sensory appeal. Whether you're formulating sparkling waters, teas, or mocktails, our water-soluble flavors like mango, passion fruit, lavender and lemon ginger match today’s wellness-driven beverage space.

 

A Wide Array of CBD Flavor Profiles

In the fast-growing, highly competitive CBD market, consumers have a whole world of CBD oils, tinctures, fruit chews, gummies, and beverages to choose from. If the application you produce doesn’t have the right texture, visual appeal, and – above all – flavor consistency, most consumers won’t hesitate on passing.

That’s why everything comes down to flavor. To create a stand-out CBD edible application, the flavors you use must leave a lasting impression on consumers.

What flavor profile are you going for?

Our fruit flavors are water-soluble and top sellers for gummy manufacturers:

Our tropical fruit flavor is both water and oil-soluble and popular in both gummies and tinctures.

Our mint flavors are both water and oil-soluble, and the oil-based flavors are top sellers for CBD tinctures. Most CBD tinctures are in an oil base, such as MCT, hemp seed oil, or olive oil.

Our citrus flavors are both water and oil-soluble, and they are popular in both gummies and tinctures because of the intense flavor:

Our dessert flavors, both water and oil-soluble, are great for adding complexity or a unique kick to baked goods and confections:

Trends Driving Innovation in CBD & THC Products

As the infused product market continues to grow, flavor has become a key differentiator. Consumers expect more than just effectiveness—they want enjoyable, elevated experiences that align with their lifestyle and values. Here are the top flavor trends influencing the next generation of CBD and THC products:

  1. Microdosed Beverages & Social Sipping: Cannabis beverages are increasingly replacing alcohol in social settings. This trend has driven demand for flavors like watermelon mojito and lemon spritz.
  2. Nostalgia with a Modern Twist: Think cereal milk gummies, root beer tinctures, and vanilla cake THC sodas—familiar yet fun flavor combinations are rising across both edibles and beverages.
  3. Botanical-Forward Profiles: Flavors like ginger, rosemary, citrus, and mint appeal to consumers seeking a wellness or spa-like experience in their CBD or THC product.
  4. Terpene-Inspired Pairings: As terpenes become more recognizable, brands are creating flavor profiles that complement terpene effects—like piney citrus for limonene or peppery mango for myrcene-rich formulas.

At Bickford, we combine regulatory awareness, product compatibility, and creative vision to help your CBD and THC products succeed in a crowded, fast-moving market. Partner with us for unmatched flavor support, from pilot batch to full-scale production.