This week, Alex (@mr.wollaston) and Harrison (@harrisonkbonner) sit down with Kristina Denson, founder of @journeyslemonade, the adult-focused lemonade brand that’s turning heads—and tastebuds—in Springfield.

What started as a side hustle mixing infused lemonade for parties has evolved into a full-scale operation, complete with a storefront, production kitchen, and Springfield’s first-ever grilled powdered lemonade mix.

Kristina shares how she bootstrapped her way from a shared kitchen to locking down space at 250 Albany Street, why adults are her target market, and how repurposing ingredients and furniture alike became part of the Journey’s brand.

From THC roots to community collabs with Happy Man Freeze Dried, this one’s full of grit, laughs, and five-gallon giveaways.

There’s even a rogue quarter-balancing game, an invite-only man fort, and a peek at what’s next for this growing lemonade empire.

🧰 Featuring:

Kristina Denson — Founder @journeyslemonade

Hosts:Alex @mr.wollastonHarrison @harrisonkbonner

📣 Shoutouts:

Happy Man Freeze Dried

Urban Food Brood

Forest Dole Botanicals

Ceramic Panther

Hoppy Sauce

Monsoon Roastery

Corcello Butcher

Gifted Tones Art Center