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...

Why I prefer cannabis flower

One of the best selling products at most cannabis dispensaries is the pre-rolls. They are sold in singles and in packs and available in non-infused and infused varieties. There are all different strains and types of pre-rolls, including blunts. A blunt is a lot like a joint, but rather than standard rolling paper, it’s wrapped in a tobacco leaf paper. The paper offers the unique taste, smell,...

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...

Trying to find the right cannabis edible for you

The selection of cannabis edibles has greatly improved and expanded since the original weed brownies recreational enthusiasts baked at home. With marijuana becoming big business, more brands and strains are being introduced all the time. A great deal of effort has been put into creating edibles with a pleasant texture and flavor. Today there are cannabis-infused cooking oils as well as beverages...

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...

The many ways of consuming cannabis

Cannabis affects each person in different ways. Some people prefer smoking flower or vaping while others choose products that offer easier dosing, such as capsules or tinctures. The rapidly-growing categories of options provides plenty of opportunity to cater to tastes, tolerance level, lifestyle and effects. There is no single product that is ideal for everyone and no dosage that fits every...

Types of cannabis classifications

Shopping at the cannabis dispensary typically offers three categories. The different strains are referred to as indica, sativa or hybrids. These classifications actually indicate the origin of the plant rather than the effects. Sativas are taller with long, slender, light green leaves. Indicas are shorter, bushier plants with wide, dark green leaves. Due to extensive cross-breeding over hundreds...

Cannabis laws are changing

Cannabis has a very long history, complex chemistry and sometimes confusing legal status. In recent years, the stigma against cannabis has begun to wear off. As more states throughout the country legalize recreational and medicinal marijuana use, more people become interested and intrigued by the plant. For anyone new to cannabis, there’s lots to learn. To start, cannabis is a psychoactive...

Preparing for a first time visit to the dispensary

For recreational beginners or medicine patients, the first time visit to the dispensary can be intimidating. The inside of  the dispensary is something few are familiar with. There are a lot more products on the shelves than just a few short years ago. There is a wide range of terms that are confusing and may seem mysterious. Plus, purchasing cannabis isn’t like buying over-the-counter...