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A beverage startup faced repeated crystallization failures during product trials, threatening their launch timeline.
By switching to Go North Hemp’s CBG Crystal Resistant Distillate (CRD), they secured stable, compliant formulations and launched on schedule — saving tens of thousands in costs and avoiding retail setbacks.
“Two Weeks Before Launch, the Cans Started Clouding”
The founder saw it first during a final quality check — a faint haze at the bottom of the can. Then sediment. Then full crystallization.
“We thought it was one bad batch,” he told us later. “Then it happened to the next run. And the next.”
In early 2025, this beverage company had everything lined up for their hemp-infused sparkling tonic debut. Capital raised. Distribution agreements signed. Retail buyers committed. But their formulation kept crashing out — and within weeks, visible crystals formed at the bottom of every can and bottle.
Retailers don’t stock cloudy beverages. Distributors don’t take risks on unstable products. And investors don’t stay patient when launch dates keep sliding.
They were out of time — and nearly out of options.
The Problem: When “Good Enough” Ingredients Aren’t
The client’s previous supplier offered what most hemp beverage brands start with: CBD isolate and broad-spectrum distillate.
Standard options. Supposedly beverage-ready.
They weren’t.
The core issues were simple but devastating:
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Solubility failure: Cannabinoids dropped out of suspension within days, regardless of emulsifier system.
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Batch-to-batch chaos: One run would hold for a week; the next would crash in forty-eight hours.
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No technical support: Their supplier provided ingredients, not solutions.
For comparison, consumer-facing products like Bailey’s CBD perform well in tincture or pet formulations but are not designed for the mechanical stress or temperature fluctuations of beverage systems.
That difference — chemistry versus context — was what doomed their early attempts.
Three months of delays followed. Over $65,000 burned through wasted R&D, failed production runs, and scrapped materials.
“We hired food scientists. We tested every emulsifier on the market. We adjusted pH, temperature, mixing speeds — everything,” the founder said. “Nothing worked. We started wondering if hemp beverages were even possible.”
To help avoid that spiral, see how Go North Hemp structures its verification process in the Compliance Trust Center.
The Solution: Why CBG CRD Works Where CBD Fails
That’s when they found Go North Hemp.
We didn’t offer another CBD product.
We offered CBG Crystal Resistant Distillate (CRD) — a fundamentally different molecule designed specifically for beverage applications.
Here’s what makes CBG CRD different:
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Its molecular structure naturally resists crystallization in aqueous solutions.
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While CBD isolate wants to crash out of water-based formulations, CBG CRD stays stable.
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It’s not about clever emulsifiers; it’s about starting with the right cannabinoid.
But the ingredient was only half the solution.
Go North Hemp’s technical team embedded with the client’s lab for two weeks.
We didn’t just ship a barrel and wish them luck — we advised on homogenization protocols, dosing, and accelerated stability testing.
Every batch of Go North Hemp’s CBG CRD comes with third-party COAs covering cannabinoid profile, THC compliance, heavy metals, pesticides, and microbials.
No surprises. No variability.
“Go North Hemp was the first supplier who actually understood beverage formulation,” the founder told us. “They didn’t just sell us an ingredient. They became our partner.”
The Results: From Crisis to Confident Launch
The first stability test with CBG CRD reached twelve weeks with zero crystallization. The client nearly cried.
Within six weeks of switching, they had:
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Zero crystallization in accelerated and real-time stability testing (12+ weeks and counting)
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On-time retail launch with no further delays
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$65,000+ recovered in avoided waste
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Distributor confidence restored — securing shelf space in major regional chains
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Investor relief — meetings shifted from damage control to growth planning
“For the first time, our beverage looked the way it was supposed to — clear, bright, professional.”
Six months post-launch, they’re developing their second SKU with zero anxiety about stability. They know what works.
For more results-driven formulation insights, explore Go North Hemp’s Verified Cannabinoid Series — a deep dive into the science behind hemp-derived molecules like CBG, CBDa, and CBC.
Why This Matters for Your Brand
Crystallization isn’t a cosmetic issue — it’s a business killer.
One failed batch can mean:
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Refunds, recalls, and destroyed inventory
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Lost shelf space that never comes back
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Damaged reputation and uneasy investors
This case proves what we see again and again:
Not all hemp ingredients are created equal, and your supplier choice is as critical as your formulation strategy.
If you’re still using CBD isolate or standard distillates, ask yourself:
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How long does your product stay clear on the shelf?
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What happens at temperature extremes?
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Can your supplier troubleshoot when things go wrong?
To understand the legal framework that shapes these standards, see the guidance from Cannabis Industry Lawyer.
It’s a useful overview of how federal and state hemp compliance continues to evolve — and why verified documentation like Go North Hemp’s COAs protects you from future risk.
Your Product Deserves Ingredients That Work
With CBG CRD from Go North Hemp, this client turned a potential launch disaster into a category-ready success.
The right ingredient didn’t just fix a lab problem — it protected their investors, their retailers, and their brand.
Go North Hemp delivers:
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Stable, compliant ingredients that pass every COA.
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Documentation that satisfies both regulators and retailers.
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Technical partnership that treats your success like our own.
For formulators working in skincare or wellness blends, resources such as New Directions Aromatics show how ingredient transparency applies across industries — a standard we bring into every hemp formulation.
Ready to build with confidence? Talk to Our Technical Team to discuss your formulation challenges and how CBG CRD can help you launch — and stay — on shelf.
📞 Call 971-406-3862 for trade pricing and live lot availability.
Offer valid through November 30 — same-day COA verification included.
Common Questions About CBG CRD for Beverages
Why does CBG CRD stay stable when CBD crashes out?
CBG’s molecular structure is more compatible with water-based systems, so it resists recrystallization in beverages. While CBD isolate tends to drop out of solution under temperature swings or over time, CBG Crystal Resistant Distillate (CRD) maintains clarity during real-time and accelerated shelf-life testing.
Do you provide compliance documentation for every batch?
Yes. Every batch is third-party tested for cannabinoid profile, Δ9-THC and Total THC limits, heavy metals, pesticides, residual solvents, and microbials. Current results are published in our public COA Transparency Hub.
Can you scale from pilot to full production?
Yes. Our supply chain maintains consistent performance from 10 kg pilot runs up to 1,000 kg orders. This consistency, paired with our Compliance Trust Center standards, helps brands onboard faster with retailers and distributors
