Most CBD companies won’t tell you how their gummies are made because they don’t actually make them. They buy from a contract manufacturer and slap their label on it.

We’re the manufacturer. So here’s exactly how we make CBD gummies in our 3,700 sq ft facility in Louisville, KY.

Step 1: Ingredients

Everything starts with what goes in. Here’s what we use and why:

Organic Tapioca Syrup — This is our sweetener base. Most gummy manufacturers use corn syrup because it’s cheap. We use organic tapioca syrup because it’s cleaner, non-GMO, and honestly just tastes better. Yes, it costs more. We think it’s worth it.

Distilled Water — We don’t use tap water. Period. Distilled water means no chlorine, no fluoride, no minerals that can affect taste or consistency.

Pectin — Our gummies are vegan. We use pectin (from fruit) instead of gelatin (from animals). This matters to a growing segment of customers.

Natural or Artificial Flavors — Depending on what you want. We stock 50+ flavor options.

Natural or Artificial Colors — Your choice. Natural colors from beet root, spirulina, turmeric. Or FD&C colors for vivid pops.

Hemp-Derived Cannabinoids — CBD, THC, CBN, CBG — whatever your formulation calls for. All sourced from licensed US hemp farms.

Step 2: Formulation

Before we make a single gummy, we lock in the recipe:

For custom orders, we may do a small test batch first to make sure the flavor and dosage are exactly right.

Step 3: Cooking

The base ingredients — tapioca syrup, water, pectin, sugar — go into commercial cooking kettles. Temperature control is everything. Too hot and you degrade the cannabinoids. Too cool and the mixture doesn’t set properly.

We cook to a specific temperature, then let the mixture cool to the right range before adding cannabinoids. This is where experience matters — the window for adding CBD/THC without degrading potency is narrow.

Step 4: Depositing

The liquid gummy mixture is poured into molds using precision depositing equipment. Each mold cavity is measured to ensure consistent weight — which means consistent dosage per gummy.

Our gummies are cube-shaped. Each one weighs the same, looks the same, and contains the same amount of cannabinoid. Consistency isn’t optional in manufacturing.

Step 5: Setting

Gummies need time to set. They sit in temperature-controlled rooms while the pectin firms up. This takes 24-48 hours depending on the formulation.

Patience here is the difference between a gummy that holds its shape on a shelf and one that turns into a sticky mess in a customer’s pocket.

Step 6: Coating

Once set, gummies get a light coating — usually a sugar or sour coating depending on the flavor profile. This serves two purposes: it tastes good and it prevents gummies from sticking together in the bag.

Step 7: Lab Testing

Every single batch gets sent to a third-party lab. Not our lab — an independent, accredited facility. They test for:

We don’t ship a single gummy until the COA (Certificate of Analysis) comes back clean. Every order includes the COA for that specific batch.

Step 8: Packaging

If you ordered retail-ready bags, your gummies are counted, weighed, and sealed into resealable stand-up pouches. Labels are applied. Each bag gets a lot number tied to the lab results.

If you ordered bulk, gummies are packed into food-grade containers for you to package yourself.

Step 9: Shipping

Orders ship nationwide via standard carriers. Most orders arrive within 3-5 business days after production is complete.

Why This Matters for Retailers

When a customer asks “where do these gummies come from?” — you should have an answer. Knowing your manufacturer, their process, and their standards is a competitive advantage.

We’re not a black box. We’re a real facility in Louisville, KY with real people making real gummies. We’ll send you photos, COAs, and if you’re ever in town, you’re welcome to visit.

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Steve’s Goods has been hand-crafting CBD products since 2016. Our 3,700 sq ft facility in Louisville, KY is fully licensed and produces wholesale, white label, and custom CBD gummies for retailers nationwide. Start building your gummy →