Confusing laws surrounding cannabis

Cannabis is a plant known by quite a few different names. It has a confusing legal status, long history and complex chemistry. Over the last few years, the status and perception of cannabis has changed greatly. Multiple states have legalized medical marijuana and more and more are legalizing recreational use for adults 21 years of age and older. As negative connotations with cannabis continue to...

The basics of cannabis

A common question from first-time shoppers at the recreational dispensary is what is the best cannabis consumption method for beginners? Because cannabis is a unique experience for each individual, there is no one right answer. There are those who recommend starting out with the old-school method of smoking flower. Some people suggest the simplicity of vaping. There are advantages to choosing...

Benefits of pre-rolls

While smoking dried flower is the most popular cannabis consumption method, not everyone is skilled in rolling the perfect joint or blunt. When the weed is packed too loose or too tight, if there’s not enough or too much of it, the joint may burn too quickly or refuse to stay lit. It can develop an extra long ash. The overall experience suffers. Plus, there’s the requirement of bringing along...

The unique affect of cannabis edibles

Cannabis-infused edibles have been around for a long time. Most everyone has heard of cannabis brownies. There are an abundance of stories of consumers having bad experiences with edibles. It can be easy and tempting to indulge in too much of a good thing. Cannabis edibles are tasty, and the onset of effects takes a while. Smoking dried flower delivers effects within minutes. With edibles, the...

The many benefits of cannabis-infused topicals

While cannabis-infused topicals are just recently gaining popularity, they’ve actually been around and used in medicine since ancient times. They offer many unique benefits. Unlike the other cannabis delivery methods, topicals aren’t consumed. They are applied directly to the affected area for localized treatment. Because the cannabinoids don’t enter the bloodstream, cannabis topicals...

Determining good quality cannabis buds

When shopping at the dispensary, the term “flower” refers to the dried and cured booms of the female cannabis plant. It is sometimes referred to as buds or nubs. Cannabis flower usually contains THC which results in psychoactive effects. Some flower offers higher CBD content and lower THC percentages to minimize the euphoric sensations while still providing the medical benefits of CBD. There...

The growing popularity of pre-rolls

Unless someone has spent a lot of time practicing, rolling a joint can be difficult, messy and frustrating. There’s waste and specialized gear required. If the finished product isn’t perfect, there are problems. A joint that won’t stay lit, burns way too fast or develops an overly long ash wrecks the experience. Fortunately, dispensaries offer recreational smokers a solution. A pre-roll is...

Marijuana tinctures are becoming quite popular

Cannabis tinctures are becoming a go-to method for recreational consumers. They offer precision and efficient dosage with very little effort and can be transported and enjoyed just about anywhere. Cannabis tinctures are a form of extract that is created by soaking flowers in solvent. The process removes the beneficial cannabinoids and terpenes from the excess plant material, resulting in a...

Up to date information on legal marijuana

In 2021, four more states legalized recreational cannabis. In 2022, only Rhode Island has crossed over to allowing adult-use weed. It is surprising that more states haven’t amended their laws considering public support and potential income. At this point, 19 states now allow full legalization of recreational marijuana. Nineteen others have instituted medical marijuana programs. The majority of...

How to spot good quality cannabis flower

For recreational cannabis devotees, good quality flower is important. The manner in which the bud was grown, harvested, dried and packaged makes a difference in the smoking experience. Whether the weed is packed into a pipe, bong, joint, blunt or vape, the flavor, smell and potency are all influenced by the integrity of the strain. Today, most cultivation processes are pesticide-free and wholly...