Grammy award-winning Neo Soul icon Erykah Badu has joined forces with cannabis brand Cookies to release a strain and tea set named in her honor, known as ‘That Badu’ and Blue Badu Tea respectively. Both options can be purchased at Berner’s Cookies storesfronts as well as Erykah Badu’s online shop Badu World Market.

That Badu Technology Tea

Erykah Badu is known for her classic tunes and social activism, making her one of the go-to music artists of the modern era. Now she has ventured into cannabis cultivation by developing her own strain as well as providing Mother’s Day-specific merchandise showcasing herb imagery.

Badu’s collaboration with Cookies founder Berner features an indica strain she refers to as “that badu.” Mad Cow Genetics’ Limoncello hybrid strain will heighten awareness of internal and external stimuli for an enhanced experience – ideal for creative types in search of inspiration, reflection and adventure.

That Badu debuted on International Women’s Day (March 8) at all Cookie storefronts, in eighths and pre-rolls. Additionally, singer Jessie J also released non-psychoactive mushroom teas featuring her name; for instance Blue Badu is a decaffeinated blend featuring Reshi Maitake Shitake Turkey Tail mushrooms along with various herbs like Croatian Chamomile French Lavender Egyptian Rose to name just a few.

Badu’s tea selection pays homage to the intimate relationship between music and cannabis. As the industry becomes more mainstream, more artists are turning towards cannabis for creative stimulation and wellness benefits – Badu’s Technology Tea contains Lion’s Mane & Cordyceps Mushroom Complex as well as 10 mg of CBD to improve memory & soothe souls.

Neo-soul queen Ella Henderson is known for championing female rights and cannabis use, so her partnership with Berner is a natural one. Berner’s carefully curated cannabis accessories will allow mom to discover her own herbal magic while providing peace and relaxation during her next smoke session.

Black Magic Tea

This herbal blend, comprised of black tea, marigold flowers, and mango pieces will delight your senses! Ideal for all tea enthusiasts – hot or iced!

This exquisite blend combines the bold richness of black tea with the irresistibly tropical essence of mango pieces for a delicious combination to kickstart or wind down any day or night. Enjoy!

Chaga tea is an exotic, caffeine-free tea that hails from Northern Hemisphere birch trees, revered in ancient herbalism as a natural energy booster, immune system booster, liver cleanser, third eye stimulator and cancer protector. Chaga also supports cardiovascular health and brain functioning for improved cognitive abilities and enhanced performance.

Bitter Leaf Teas have created an option that is much simpler for consumers to enjoy than other tea brands on the market.

That Badu Strain

As its name implies, this strain evokes all of Erykah’s spirit and excitement. It sparks creativity and euphoria while also relaxing tension-ridden bodies; making this strain perfect for meditation or yoga practice.

Badu is an outspoken advocate of cannabis. She utilizes it in her practice as a death doula to assist those going through end-of-life care and rituals, using plants to calm the mind, soothe her soul and balance her body. Now using cannabis medicine in both her maternal and artistic capacities with hopes to spread its influence to more people.

As part of her efforts to spread her passion for weed, the singer-songwriter collaborated with Cookies to launch That Badu Strain. The first drop took place on International Women’s Day at Cookies Hayward with flower, prerolls, and fragrant cured rolling papers on offer.

Badu is a hybrid that contains genetics from both Limoncello (aka Lemonchello) and Jet Fuel Gelato strains, offering floral and citrus aromas, smooth effects and an uplifted high that is perfect for women seeking a gentle yet euphoric high. Available exclusively at Cookies stores throughout California with eighths costing $60 and pre-rolls at $12 per eighth.

Badu and Berner have also released a mushroom tea box set that features both psilocybin teas, such as Ginger Magic and Earl Grey Creme, as well as functional varieties like Golden Focus and Bergamot Brain Boost, as well as regular green tea for daily health benefits. You can purchase these online as well as at certain Cookies locations.

Badu and Berner have plans to further expand the line with topical creams, edibles and non-psychoactive mushroom tea which will be sold nationwide through Cookies locations. In the meantime, The Badu World Market website and Cookies SF shop now stock this selection; with rose-scented rolling papers only being available at select Vibes shops.

That Badu Collection

As Badu sat down for her Vogue cover story, her daughter sneaked into frame to enjoy the view of a church steeple in Dallas. It’s yet another milestone in Badu’s long and distinguished creative history; as evidenced by this new venture.

Marni Jam is the Italian label’s multidisciplinary program that brings artists from different disciplines together to collaborate on collaborative collections, and Marni Risso and Badu have collaborated in designing this collection of women’s ready-to-wear and accessories with functional yet couture sentiments like hand-made leather patchwork oversized blazers, thick wools and plush velvets – as part of it all they are known as creative geniuses and make amazing things together like this collection.

Badu has developed a line of nonpsychoactive mushroom teas called That Badu Technology Tea that’s perfect for Mother’s Day: available exclusively at Cookies storefronts nationwide and perfect for boosting energy, focus, and memory. Choose between caffeine-free blends rich in antioxidants designed to promote energy, focus, and memory enhancement; or go for Black Magic Tea which contains vanilla and bergamot-flavored black tea leaves along with Lion’s Mane and Cordyceps Mushroom Complex and 10 mg CBD/5 mg of CBG plus Croatian Chamomile and French lavender!

Her youthful energy also inspired the singer’s cannabis-infused topicals, released for International Women’s Day at Cookies storefronts across California on International Women’s Day and featuring the same high doses of CBD, CBG and relaxing lavender and arnica found in her music. These fast-acting pain relief lotions provide fast relief to sore muscles while relieving tension and restoring balance to the body.

Marni celebrated their partnership by hosting a Mother’s Day-themed event at their SoHo boutique featuring Badu. Sergio Cattivelli captured Badu and other members of her Marni family during this photo op, photographed by him. Marni’s new collection can now be found in US stores and its online flagship, with European locations launching shortly. Additionally, its dedicated campaign featuring Tracee Ellis Ross, Paloma Elsesser, Joey Badass and other members of their Marni family will accompany this launch.