About Bayou City Hemp Co.
Born in Houston. Built on science. Driven by the belief that hemp products should be held to the highest manufacturing standards in the industry.
Pioneers in Compliant THC Beverages: Vertically Integrated for the Future
Bayou City Hemp Company was founded in 2019 as one of Texas's original seed-to-sale hemp processors, filling a critical gap in the industry by controlling the entire supply chain, from premium hemp biomass sourcing to final consumer packaged goods. Our Houston-based, GMP-certified facility leverages advanced supercritical CO2 extraction, proprietary nanoemulsion technology, and state-of-the-art formulation labs to deliver high-purity, consistent THC beverages with superior bioavailability, fast-acting effects, and exceptional taste. This isn't just efficiency, it's accountability and innovation that sets us apart in a rapidly evolving market.
As owners of the iconic 8th Wonder Brewery (acquired in 2023), we've built a powerhouse portfolio of award-winning brands: Howdy (Texas-inspired seltzers like Lemonade and Sweet Tea), Beach Break (low-calorie relaxation options), Wonder Water (zero-calorie sparkling waters), Ocho Verde (Texas' Original THC Spirits in eight varieties), and The Patriot (all-natural seltzers honoring veterans). These low-dose products appeal to consumers seeking mindful alternatives to alcohol, capturing everyday occasions without compromise.
Today, we're the category leader in compliant THC beverages, uniquely positioned amid federal shifts. We've achieved 8.1x distribution revenue growth since launch (811% growth since launching our portfolio of Brands in 2023), operating in 15 states with 27 distributors and expanding to 40 distributors in 2026. Our retail-first, three-tier distribution model, leveraging established wine, spirits, and beer networks, provides a sustainable edge over DTC-focused competitors, enabling scalable velocity with ~40% of revenue coming from on-premise bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
Shifting to ruthless depth over breadth, we're laser-focused on dominating core markets (Texas at 70%+ revenue, Florida, Tennessee, Illinois) while scaling an elite sales team to penetrate major chains like Spec's, Total Wine & More, Sprouts, Toot'n Totem, and Circle K. Actively collaborating with Congress, Senate leaders, and coalitions, we're advocating for extensions (e.g., H.R. 7024) and sensible regulations to protect consumers and fuel responsible industry growth.
At Bayou City Hemp, vertical integration meets visionary leadership, positioned to capture massive share in a triple-digit-growth category exploding into billions.
"We've built a market-leading position through uncompromising compliance, breakthrough innovation, and a retail-first strategy that delivers real velocity. In 2025 alone, we sold over 2.5 million products with 99% through three-tier distribution and over 40% from on-premise accounts, powered by our stable draft/keg formats and premium spirits like Ocho Verde. This isn't just growth; it's mainstream momentum built on depth, not breadth."
-- Ben Meggs, CEO, Bayou City Hemp Company
Leadership Team
Combined decades of experience across manufacturing, distribution, finance, law, and technology.
Our Mission
Inciting a beverage revolution. We manufacture the safest, most consistent, and most innovative hemp-derived beverages in the United States -- setting the standard for an industry that desperately needs one.