At High End Confections, we’re not just dedicated to making you high-quality, from scratch edible confections. We’re also dedicated to creating delicious products that make a positive impact on the planet. We’re putting sustainability at the heart of everything we do in 2025 – from eco-friendly packaging to responsibly sourced ingredients, we’re committed to reducing our environmental footprint while offering consumers a better product. Here’s a look at the steps we’re taking and why sustainability matters now more than ever.
Reclaimed Ocean Plastic Packaging: Turning the Tide on Waste
We are proud to use reclaimed ocean plastic for our Honey Drops containers. This material is sourced from plastic that has been collected from our oceans and converted into recyclable #2 plastic packaging. By utilizing ocean plastic that has been removed from marine environments, we’re helping to reduce the enormous volume of plastic waste that harms marine life and pollutes our ecosystems.
Reclaimed ocean plastic is important because it directly addresses the global plastic waste crisis, which has reached critical levels. Plastics that make their way into the ocean break down into microplastics, which can enter the food chain, impacting everything from sea creatures to humans. By using this material in our packaging, we’re not only helping to clean up the oceans, but we’re also giving this waste a second life, turning what was once part of an environmental problem into part of the solution.
Compostable Packaging for Our Real Fruit Juice Gummies
As part of our ongoing efforts to reduce waste, we’re transitioning the packaging for our real fruit juice gummies to fully compostable materials. This means that, unlike traditional plastic, our new packaging will break down naturally over time and return to the earth, enriching the soil rather than contributing to landfill overflow. Compostable packaging is a crucial step in closing the loop on our waste cycle, and we’re proud to offer a product that not only tastes great but helps reduce our environmental footprint.
Bean-to-Bar, Sustainably-Sourced Chocolate
When it comes to our chocolate, we ensure that every bar is made from sustainably sourced, direct-trade cacao beans. This bean-to-bar process allows us to trace our cacao back to its roots, ensuring fair wages for farmers and sustainable farming practices that protect the environment. We believe that chocolate should taste good and do good, and we’re proud to offer a product that supports both ethical trade and sustainable agriculture.
Local Ingredients and Packaging: Supporting Our Community
Where we source our ingredients is just as important as how we package them. At High End Confections, we use local ingredients whenever possible, including premium Ames Farm Honey from a family-owned business in Minnesota. By supporting local farmers and suppliers, we not only reduce the carbon footprint associated with long-distance shipping but also contribute to the strength of our local economy. We take this same approach with our packaging, working with Minnesota-based printing companies to create our labels and boxes with sustainable materials.
Minnesota-Crafted Cannabinoids: Local and Responsible
In addition to our carefully sourced ingredients, we use only locally grown cannabinoids in our edibles. These cannabinoids are sourced from trusted Minnesota farmers who prioritize sustainability in their growing practices. By keeping our supply chain local, we reduce transportation emissions and support farmers who are committed to responsible, eco-friendly practices.
Scaling for Affordability
As we grow, we’re committed to keeping our products affordable. Through bulk purchasing and increased production efficiency, we’re able to pass savings on to our consumers, ensuring that sustainable, high-quality edibles are accessible to everyone. We believe that sustainability should not come at a premium, and as we scale, we aim to make our products even more affordable without compromising on our environmental values.
The Importance of Sustainability in 2025
With the growing challenges of climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation, sustainability initiatives have never been more important. In 2025, the world will be at a critical juncture, and companies like ours have a responsibility to lead by example. At High End Confections, we believe that every choice we make, from the ingredients we use to the packaging we choose, contributes to a better, healthier planet. We know that there is always more to be done, and we’re committed to continually improving our practices, pushing the boundaries of sustainability, and creating products that help foster a more sustainable future.
Join us in making a difference, one sweet treat at a time.
