Author: Amelia Williams
[ad_1] Pumpkin spice is in the air, severed hands are in the front yard, and everything feels a little…spookier. By now, Leafly nation, you probably know what strains do and don’t work for you. Anxiety is one of cannabis’ most common side effects, and we usually agree that no one wants to freak out during a sesh. That overwhelming feeling that ‘something is wrong’ is what we call The Fear.But, as Hallow’s eve is just around the corner, we must argue that now is the perfect time to bust out that strain that quickens the pulse and sends a shiver…
[ad_1] It seems like everyone has a cannabis podcast these days, Leafly nation, but not many can say they have multi-platinum rapper and actor Xzibit and lauded cannabis educator, Tammy the Cannabis Cutie, at the helm. Even fewer can boast a name that conjures a sumptuos Italian dinner. Their new endeavor, called Lasagna Ganja, dropped its first episode yesterday, Oct. 5, recounting the last few decades of cannabis activism with a featured interview with Jerry Krecicki. Xzibit and Tammy have run in different circles—he as a consumer in the music industry and brandowner of NAPALM, and she as an educator…
[ad_1] Let me set the scene for you: I’m frantically calling cab companies at the Hudson Amtrak station, trying to hitch a ride into Coxsackie, NY, for a MoodRXtreats women’s cannabis retreat, hosted by Holly Teegarden of the Pittsburgh hemp dispensary Moodporium. There are no Ubers, no one’s picking up, and I have no weed, because the retreat insists they will provide more than enough for the two-night escapade.I am pissed, wondering if trekking upstate from New York City to attend a retreat for women, namely women in their 30s and older, to explore cannabis and participate in ‘woo woo…
[ad_1] Maryland is looking pretty hazy, Leafly nation, and we don’t mean the weather. Over a month into adult-use sales, the Old Line state has seen a huge increase in demand for cannabis flower, prerolls, edibles and vapes. Between July 1 and July 30, data from Maryland’s Cannabis Administration shows sales totaled just under $85 million, double what the medical-only market raked in throughout June—on July 1 alone, total sales exceeded $4.5 million. While medical patients appear to have stocked up in advance, Maryland was uniquely positioned for a bud boom. Surrounded by medical-only states or states with no form of…
[ad_1] It’s that time of year, Leafly nation. The beach and lakes call for us, the long days tempt us to stay out late, and the cloying warmth makes sweet things taste even better. In some parts of the country, it may even be too hot to smoke right now or fire up your favorite dab rig. Enter, the time of the weed gummy.I have tried (what seems like) millions of cannabis-infused edibles over the years—every flavor, every ration of cannabinoids, and every formulation. And time after time, I gravitate towards gummies, no matter the state of flavor, have a…
[ad_1] Baltimore, MD goes by Charm City, but we’d argue the whole state is pretty charming—after a weekend of hitting some of the state’s biggest shops. It’s clear Marylanders love their weed, and keep their standards pretty high. The state raked in over $10 million in sales between recreational and medical sales across almost 100 dispensaries statewide in their inaugural adult-use weekend, with buds grown from 18 licensed cultivators. Maryland is surrounded by states that have yet to catch up with weed legislation, and there were plenty of out-of-towners lined up with locals. Maryland has its own Cookies store and plenty of…
[ad_1] It’s getting frenzied out there, Leafly Nation. Cannabis contests now happen nearly every week across the US, so we’ve started tracking the best ones. Why? We all need expertly judged selections of what to smoke, vape, and ingest next, and contests fill that vital function. We got your High Times Cannabis Cups doing “people’s choice” competitions now where anyone can purchase a contest kit and judge. We got state-specific, industry-judged contests like The Emerald Cup, and now the terpene-based California State Fair Cannabis Awards. There’s new weed royalty to be had everywhere, every month. Put down that reggie, it’s time…
[ad_1] 92 points out of 100Summer, 2023Price: $55/eighthSunMed delivers on both appearances, aroma, and effects. Snoop Dogg OG lives up to its namesake with musky OG terps with a lemon peel twist on the nose. Buds are a healthy size, blocky shiny, hand-trimmed, and stick to your fingers. On the inhale, there’s an earthy sweetness and hint of astringet pine. Snoop Dogg OG genetics are unclear (could be Lemon OG x Sour Diesel), but it’s best suited for afternoons and evenings. This is a strain perfect for a favorite album listening party, a movie, or a park day. Some heavy…
[ad_1] 92 points out of 100Spring/Summer, 2023Price: $55/eighthCurio is one of the biggest cannabis producers in Maryland, but I was surprised to see that the buds looked vibrant, trichome-wet, and pungent. Blissful Wizard is a solid addition to the Cookies strain family: Captain’s Cookies x GSC genetics with the same chunky structure and colorful veins. An excellent summertime companion when maxing and relaxing. I wouldn’t advise anything too complicated or that requires strong coordination with Blissful Wizard—it’s a stony one, though some funny conversations are sure to be had. The cultivar had a strong caryophyllene-led nose of creamy gas on…
[ad_1] 88 points out of 100Summer, 2023Price: $50/eighthI was a little disappointed by the size and look of the buds, as they were on the small side and appear machine-trimmed, though they still had give when squeezed. Guava IX is Guava x Stardawg and has the “dawgs” familiar sour gas aroma, cut with a bit of sweetness; caryophyllene, myrcene, and limonene are the primary terpenes. Dry pull has more of that fruity taste with strong chem backing. Effects were nice and bright, with more cerebral energy compared to the other two. A reliable daytime smoke companion that won’t exacerbate the…
[ad_1] Welcome Marylanders, to the wonderful world of adult-use cannabis! After over five years of a robust medical marijuana system, today marks the first day any adult (21 or older with valid ID), be they from Maryland, neighboring states, or far-flung countries, can purchase any of thousands of cannabis strains and products available at nearly 100 dispensaries across the state.If you’re planning on waiting until the hype dies down, we don’t recommend it—Maryland loves weed. The medical industry raked in over $500 million in dispensary sales in 2022, with the average patient spending over $300 per month. Coupled with a…
[ad_1] Before legalization, the San Francisco dispensary SPARC sold these cheeky, provocative shirts that said, “Legalize gay pot.”Then, boom—we legalized it. For decades, the cannabis and LGBTQ+ communities have organized, protested, educated, and advocated for their rights to exist and thrive. And often, their goals overlapped. Lest we forget: Dennis Peron opened the first medical cannabis dispensary in San Francisco, the Cannabis Buyers Club, to help service queer people coping with AIDS and other medical conditions. Brownie Mary Rathbun’s main clientele were AIDS patients. If not for the combined activism of these two communities, Prop 215 might not have existed,…