About Us: Who is this so-called, "High Spirits"?
We helped build this category—so you can just enjoy the drink.
Founded by Chris Fontes, a pioneer who helped open the legal path for hemp-derived THC beverages. We navigate the rules, so you can raise your spirits.
From policy trenches to the can in your hand.
Chris Fontes didn’t set out to make just another drink. He worked alongside the evolving laws, helped define what compliant hemp-derived THC beverages could be, and proved there was a safer, clearer path for consumers and retailers.
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Opened the door: Pushed hemp-derived Δ9 beverages into the light—legal, labeled, and built for mainstream shelves.
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Educated the market: Translated policy into plain English for distributors, retailers, and customers.
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Proved it at scale: Launched and operated one of the earliest hemp-THC beverage programs, then evolved it into High Spirits.
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Built for real life: Clean formulations, transparent labels, consistent doses—so the experience is predictable and enjoyable.
“We didn’t just join the wave—we helped make it. High Spirits is the drink we always wanted: legal, honest, and actually fun.”
Simple promise: great taste, clear labels, steady vibes.
- Clarity over hype: Ingredients you can pronounce. Labels you understand.
- Consistency you can feel: Doses that behave the same on a Tuesday as they do on a Saturday.
- Made for our generation: We’re Xennials—nostalgic, pragmatic, and done with BS. The drink should fit real life.
No hangover. No guesswork. Just a better way to unwind, connect, and enjoy the night.
Regulations change. Our standards don’t.
We stay on top of shifting rules so partners don’t have to. If a state updates guidance, we adapt formulas, packaging, and processes fast—without compromising flavor or experience.
Translation: you can stock, sell, and sip with confidence.
Why High Spirits exists
“We grew up believing the future was limitless. Then came the bills, the stress, the grind. High Spirits is my way of giving our generation a drink that feels good again—clean, legal, and actually enjoyable.”
Ready to raise your spirits?
Explore flavors, find your dose, and make tonight a little easier.
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