[PRESS RELEASE] – MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 6, 2025 – HighBridge Premium, maker of quality hemp-derived delta-9 infused beverages, announced it has entered into a distribution agreement with Opici Family Distributing of New Jersey. HighBridge enters the East Coast and gains another distributor of high quality to their growing network.
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“HighBridge is excited to partner with Opici Family Distributing as we expand our footprint on the East Coast,” HighBridge Premium founder and CEO James Hunter said. The addition of Opici (an iconic distribution company with a 90+ year history) continues HighBridge Premium’s tradition of working alongside the best distributors in the U.S.
Opici Family Distributing, founded in 1934, ranks among the top 10 distributors in the United States, according to Wines & Vines magazine. HighBridge is a perfect partner with this family-owned company that has been in business for four generations. Its commitment to service, honesty, loyalty, and hard work makes it a great fit.
Jim Belushi of Belushi’s Farms – a HighBridge partnership – said “We’re very proud to have partnered with Opici to make HighBridge’s Farm and Belushi’s Farm’s products available throughout our East Coast followers.” Our partnership with HighBridge is more than a collaboration—it’s a recipe for magic. Two bold brands joining forces can create something really special for the hemp delta-9 industry. “Adding Opici to the mix creates a win,win,win situation.”
Dina Opici, president of Opici Family Distributing, emphasized the strategic fit: “As we considered entering this market segment, we sought a product and partner with shared values and respect for the industry. HighBridge has expanded our portfolio of hemp beverages. We’re thrilled.
HighBridge is committed to accelerating its growth and will seek out qualified distributors with a good reputation in additional states. Hunter responded that HighBridge is looking for a partner who shares its commitment to social responsibility, commercial integrity, and quality. Opici embodies the perfect distributor.”