Christopher’s Organic Botanicals Brand Review [2023 Update]

Some kratom vendors operate like faceless big companies; others have a more personal touch - Christopher’s Organic Botanicals falls firmly into the latter category. But this East Coast herbalist punches well above its weight in the ever-competitive kratom industry.

Join me as I delve deeper into the unique approach of Christopher’s Organic Botanicals in this detailed brand review. I will explore the vendor’s philosophy, if you can have confidence in them, and whether customers approve of what Christopher and co are putting on their online shelves.

Let’s begin with an introduction to the fascinating Christopher’s Organic Botanicals.

Christopher’s Organic Botanicals (COB) is a small, family-owned kratom business based in Salem County, New Jersey. Mitragyna speciosa might not be legal everywhere in the American Northeast, but it is perfectly legal in the Garden State. COB was set up in 2016 by Christopher Deaney.

According to the company’s About Us page, COB’s plain leaf powder is some of the cleanest and strongest on the market. And while you may be thinking, “Well, they would say that,” the vendor has the relevant third-party lab results for products to support these claims.

COB follows Fair Trade practices, ensuring that Indonesian kratom farmers are paid a fair wage. It is not only the morally correct thing to do, but it is crucial to creating a sustainable industry. Christopher’s is in it for the long haul and wants kratom to succeed.

Furthermore, COB is a member of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and several other chambers of commerce in New Jersey. It is fantastic to see a vendor involved in the business scene and advocating for kratom.

At first glance, Christopher’s leaves a decisively positive impression! Let’s continue by examining the brand’s product range, which includes kratom tea powder, tea bags, crushed leaves, capsules, and extracts.

Interestingly, COB mentions specializing in old tree and regional kratom - the former is known for its higher quality and richer alkaloid content. But COB always makes customers aware of what they are purchasing to avoid misunderstandings.

Note: Prices were correct at the time of writing (June 2023).

Kratom powder is the leading product type at Christopher’s. And for those with limited funds, it is the most economical way of experiencing kratom’s benefits. However, not everybody likes loose powder due to its sharp flavor and relative lack of convenience.

But COB is proud of its plain leaf powder - and for good reason! With four vein colors to pick from and a mix of renowned and obscure strains, it is an excellent collection. And every strain is third-party lab tested for quality and purity, so you can trust what you are getting.

Christopher’s supplies a solid amount of detail for each kratom powder strain. There’s info on the origin, color, and alkaloid levels, as well as Chris’ Take on who it may be good for and when to consume it. Choose from dozens of strains and the following bag sizes.

Strains: Green Maeng Da, Green Riau, Red Agatha, Red Bali, White Borneo, White Indo, Yellow Maeng Da, Yellow Vietnam, and many more!

Bag Sizes: 2oz, 4oz, 9oz, 16oz

The vendor also has bulk options for those who prefer buying kratom by the kilogram. You can choose a single phenotype or create your own four-way split kilo.

Brewing kratom tea is both a traditional and modern way of enjoying the herb. Some brew from scratch using kratom powder or crushed leaves. But you can make things less messy and more convenient with prefilled kratom tea bags from Christopher’s.

COB’s Kratom Tea Bags are available in three Maeng Da strains - this kratom is famously potent, as reflected by the alkaloid percentages of these products. These tea bags are ideal for home use, but also handy when you need a hassle-free, on-the-go kratom solution.

Every pouch contains 20 tea bags, each filled with 4 grams of crushed leaf kratom. If you struggle with the herb’s flavor, add sweetener to your brew. Chris suggests steeping the tea bag for 30 minutes for maximum alkaloid extraction and best effects.

Strains: Green Maeng Da, Red Maeng Da, White Maeng Da

Crushed leaf is a somewhat niche kratom product offered by selected vendors. But I am not surprised to see an enthusiastic herbalist like Christopher’s stocking this underrated form of kratom. However, you can only buy it in three generic strains: Green, Red, and White.

Each strain is similar to the Maeng Da strain of the same vein color - the vital difference is in the consistency. Crushed leaf is suitable for making kratom resin or other extracts. Some kratom lovers like creating kratom tinctures from scratch instead of buying shop-bought oils.

I agree with Chris that crushed leaf kratom is great for brewing tea. Crushed leaf is less finely-ground than powder, which makes it easier to strain when brewing tea. COB’s crushed leaf strains are third-party tested (by the batch!), alkaloid-rich, and sold in 9oz packages.

Perhaps you want kratom without the taste, or maybe you need a hassle-free product when out and about. Either way, kratom capsules fit the bill. And with Christopher’s selling capsules in red, white, and green varieties, you can enjoy various kratom experiences.

COB uses kosher vegetarian capsules, filling them with 420mg of 100% Mitragyna speciosa powder. All kratom capsule strains are available to buy in 100-count bottles.

Strains: Green Borneo, Red Maeng Da, Red Thai, White Maeng Da

Christopher’s also stocks some full-spectrum, purified, water-soluble kratom capsules. These are highly bioavailable and more intense than regular capsules. Indeed, one 50mg capsule is as potent as 5 grams of dry leaves. Keep that in mind if you give them a try.

Advancements in kratom technology have brought multiple extract products onto the scene. And Christopher’s is not about to get left behind! With cordial refreshers, liquid shots, extract tablets, and more for sale, they offer several ways of getting a more efficient and intense kratom hit.

Cordial Refreshers: Water-soluble products are looking like the next big thing in the kratom industry. Christopher’s Cordial Refreshers are comparable to the instant kratom drink mixes sold by brands like Kratomade. Available in two flavors: Blood Orange and Strawberry.

Kratom Shots: This alcohol-based liquid kratom product comes in a 15ml bottle and contains 50mg of mitragynine and a sprinkling of minor alkaloids. COB’s kratom shots work great as they are and as a powder enhancer. Sold in two flavors: Cherry and Raspberry.

Kratom Extract Tablets: Intensify your kratom experience with a 45% or 80% mitragynine tablet from Christopher’s. These potent extract products are rich in kratom alkaloids and natural aliphatic plant compounds. But you can always split them in two for a milder dose.

Yes! Being a small business hasn’t stopped COB from establishing itself as a trustworthy and transparent brand. In fact, the company sets a superb example for its competitors.

COB is on the American Kratom Association’s (AKA) list of GMP-qualified vendors. What does this mean? An independent audit has shown Christopher’s is compliant with Good Manufacturing Practices. Only the best brands in the industry are worthy of such acclaim.

COB’s kratom products are tested by batch for purity in-house and by third-party laboratories. Christopher’s works with Analytical Resource Laboratories, Cora Science, and Sante Labs.

These lab tests look for salmonella, E.coli, listeria, staph, and heavy metals. The tests also check the alkaloid content to verify product quality. Alkaloids tested for include mitragynine, 7-hydroxymitragynine, paynantheine, and speciogynine.

COB is impeccable in the area. The third-party test results are accessible, thorough, and updated regularly. You will be hard-pressed to find a kratom retailer that does it better.

The COB website publishes reviews from verified buyers. Most of these are positive, and Chris even takes the time to reply, which is a nice personal touch. But how does the vendor fare on Reddit? I didn’t spot many threads discussing them, although most of what I saw was encouraging.

The brand came in for widespread praise in a 2023 post on r/kratomreview101. Redditors enjoyed the Green Indo strain, while u/Background_Might9510 said, “Very underrated vendor, on my top 5 for sure.”

In 2022, u/DrolVarEQ posted a positive thread about COB on r/Vendorsofkratom. However, despite enjoying their order, they expressed a desire to “buy from a vendor with a bigger variety next time.”

There were a few less complimentary opinions on Reddit - but you will never please everyone! Overall, COB appears to have a rock-solid reputation in the kratom community.

COB is an AKA-certified, third-party tested small business, so I never anticipated bargain-basement prices. Christopher’s does its best to keep things affordable but notes that it cannot purchase kratom in as large quantities as bigger vendors, which inevitably pushes prices up.

That said, you can still buy a bulk kilo of kratom powder for $100 to $110, which is acceptable considering the quality and purity checks. And their smaller batches are not overly expensive. COB also has a loyalty program and sometimes runs flash sales. As of June 2023, Christopher’s throws in free shipping for orders over $20.

Knowing the precise potency of COB’s products helps with making a judgment call. Not every brand is so open about the strength of its kratom. The original question is always subjective, but I think COB’s kratom is worth the money.

Christopher’s Organic Botanicals shows a small business can sell high-quality, lab-tested kratom at affordable prices. There is much to like about this AKA-certified vendor, and the kratom community also views them favorably.