Thousands of Canadians vote Aphria, Solei,
RIFF, Good Supply & Broken Coast as top
products
Broken Coast's Head Grower named 'Master
Grower'
Solei Renew CBN Oil wins 'Innovation of the
Year'
LEAMINGTON, ON, Nov. 11, 2019 /CNW/ - Aphria Inc.
("Aphria" or the "Company") (TSX: APHA and NYSE:
APHA) today announced that all five of its medical and recreational
brands, as well as its subsidiary Broken Coast Cannabis' Head
Grower were recognized at the 6th Annual Canadian
Cannabis Awards presented by Lift & Co (TSXV: LIFT and OTCQB:
LFCOF).
The Company received a total of seven awards. An expert panel of
judges awarded Broken Coast's Head Grower Kevin Anderson 'Master
Grower' and Aphria's Solei's CBN Renew oil 'Innovation of
the Year'. Additionally, after more than 31,000 Canadians
voted, the Company's adult-use brands Solei, RIFF, Good Supply,
Broken Coast, and its medical brand Aphria, took home
top honours in product categories.
"We are thrilled to have not only all five of our brands across
our medical and recreational portfolios – Solei, RIFF, Good Supply,
Broken Coast and Aphria – recognized by thousands of Canadians but
to have our Solei Renew CBN oil win 'Innovation of the
Year'," said Irwin D. Simon.
"These awards speak to the quality of our products and strength of
our brands, as well as our commitment to innovation and
continuously setting the bar higher to deliver products we believe
meet the needs of our patients and consumers."
"We are proud to see the hard work of Kevin Anderson, Head Grower at Broken Coast
honoured," added Simon. "Broken Coast's superior craft quality is
just one reason why it continues to receive accolades and remains
one of the most sought-after brands on the market; another key
factor is Kevin's expertise, leadership and direction. We
congratulate Kevin, and the teams in British Columbia and Ontario for the award-winning work they
continue to deliver. Aphria's success will continue to be driven by
our incredible employees, and compelling and differentiated
portfolio of brands and products."
In the 'Judged Category', winners were chosen by an expert panel
of judges. The Company is pleased to announce the following two
awards:
- Innovation of the Year – Solei Renew CBN Oil by
Aphria
- 'Top Master Grower' - Kevin Anderson, Head Grower, Broken Coast
Cannabis
In the 'Consumers' Choice' category, the top dried
flower, oil, capsules, sprays and pre-roll cannabis products were
chosen by more than 31,000 Canadians. The honours achieved by all
five of the Company's brands are as follows:
- Top Hybrid Flower – Ruxton (Sour OG) by Broken
Coast Cannabis
- Top High CBD Bottled Oil – CBD 25:1 Oil by
Aphria
- Top Sativa Dominant Pre-roll – Jean Guy Pre-roll by Good Supply
- Top Indica Dominant Pre-roll – Subway Scientist
Pre-roll by RIFF
- Top Hybrid Pre-roll – Sense Pre-roll by
Solei
We Have A Good Thing Growing
About Aphria Inc.
Aphria Inc. is a leading global
cannabis company driven by an unrelenting commitment to our people,
the planet, product quality and innovation. Headquartered in
Leamington, Ontario – the
greenhouse capital of Canada –
Aphria Inc. has been setting the standard for the low-cost
production of high-quality cannabis at scale, grown in the most
natural conditions possible. Focusing on untapped opportunities and
backed by the latest technologies, Aphria Inc. is committed to
bringing breakthrough innovation to the global cannabis market. The
Company's portfolio of brands is grounded in expertly-researched
consumer insights designed to meet the needs of every consumer
segment. Rooted in our founders' multi-generational expertise in
commercial agriculture, Aphria Inc. drives sustainable long-term
shareholder value through a diversified approach to innovation,
strategic partnerships and global expansion, with a presence in
more than 10 countries across 5 continents.
For more information, visit: aphriainc.com
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