Burning Acre
by Kerry Lott
Burning Acre is a new concept café/lounge in Columbia catering to those exploring high quality hemp-based products, especially edibles. Walking into the shop you are greeted with appealing modern surroundings, a friendly, knowledgeable staff and a variety of sophisticated organic treats. The selection of baked goods and candy are made from many locally sourced ingredients – including full spectrum CBD and Delta 8 from hemp plants grown on-site. You will find the treats have none of the bitterness associated with some CBD oils. What is the secret? We were told there is nothing special about the recipes except for fresh ingredients and a great distillation process.
For those looking for a healthier relaxation solution to alcohol, hemp edibles offer a legal alternative. The effects of edible cannabinoids can last anywhere from 45 minutes to 3 hours depending on a person’s weight and whether they have built up a tolerance. Those new to edibles are advised to split their portion (each are 25-30mg) in half or even fourths to see how the product affects them at first. It is important to stress edibles should never be mixed with alcohol.
Burning Acre is extremely committed to transparency, so much so there is an observation window to the grow located directly in the lounge! Locally sourced coffee and tea options invite patrons to linger to enjoy a relaxing snack, view the thriving plants growing a windowpane away, and peruse the rest of the evolving retail space. Currently there is a selection of locally made jewelry, CBD flower buds, vape cartridges, oils, and bath products with plans for a gallery wall showcasing local artists.
Founder John Cureton has well over a decade of award-winning experience in the cannabis industry in Colorado and has translated that into a state-of-the-art facility growing its closely related cousin, hemp, here in Tennessee. What makes Burning Acre unique is its seed to sale business model. Originally the name of a film entity Cureton established in Nashville, the moniker of Burning Acre, was derived from the forestry conservation practice. It evokes a sense of stewardship combined with rebirth and renewal; things that all come across in a quick conversation with Cureton. He fully believes in growing the best quality non-GMO plants using totally organic practices. Products are independently tested to ensure quality control, carry the appropriate Certificate of Authenticity, and are verified to contain zero to less than 0.3% THC, the legal limit. Cureton’s expert knowledge on growing techniques have been shared with area growers and will be offered in the future to the public via educational classes.
If you are curious about the beneficial effects of CBD or looking for a reliable source of high quality hemp products, look no further than Burning Acre located at 2484 Park Plus Drive in Columbia.