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Higher Grounds of Maine, Portland (ME)

Higher Grounds of Maine, Portland (ME)

Portland (ME), Maine

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Cannabis apothecary and specialty coffee shop in Portland's Old Port

Old Port·$$
45 Wharf St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
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About Higher Grounds of Maine

Higher Grounds is a combined cannabis apothecary and coffee shop located on Wharf Street in the Old Port district. The shop serves specialty coffee from local roaster Speckled Ax alongside Maine-grown cannabis and organic CBD products. The owners are founding members of the Maine Craft Cannabis Association and focus on advocacy within the industry. While primarily a retail and café space, it functions as a progressive, queer-friendly independent business in downtown Portland.

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