Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 21, 2024

Blue Dream was the first strain name I learned and asked for (but rarely found) because I preferred its effects to everything else I’d been smoking. Even though I had not smoked Blue Dream in more than a decade, legalization in Illinois has now made finding the strain as easy as stopping in nuEra Urbana for an eighth of Blue Dream by nuEra.

Sativa 93

Sativa Strains Terpenes Trichome 93

Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Thompson to David Foster Wallace, Acapulco Gold is undoubtedly a legendary well-known strain. Acapulco Gold is a sativa-leaning hybrid strain. Terpenes were 1.556% of the total weight with terpinolene, β-caryophyllene, eucalyptol, and β-myrcene being the heaviest. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

Sativa 93

Sativa Strains Trichome Concentrates 93

Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 16, 2024

While Super Boof has been around for a while now, 2023 was the real breakout year for the funny-named strain. Northern Heights by Oregonix included the cut as part of the labels first strain drops, and it immediately grabbed my attention. Terpenes were 1.3% I stopped into nuEra Champaign and picked up an eighth to sample.

Indica 106

Indica Strains Trichome Hybrid 106

Illinois News Joint

APRIL 16, 2024

While credible arguments can be made for many classic strains, I still believe the best way to drop a new label is with new genetics. The indicated terpenes were b-caryophyllene, limonene, and b-myrcene. ILNJ photos FDA Disclaimer: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

Hybrid 98

Hybrid Indica Trichome Terpenes 98

Illinois News Joint

MAY 4, 2024

The strain Super Buff Cherry is having its time in the spotlight with multiple sightings on Illinois menus, and the latest label to drop a cut is craft cultivator One Day. Terpenes were 0.95% of the total weight. FDA Disclaimer: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

Hybrid 96

Hybrid Trichome Strains Terpenes 96

Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 25, 2024

When I review a new batch of releases, I’m usually met with a flood of follow-up recommendations from readers for strains from the same collection. True to the hybrid nature of the strain, my energy levels remained unchanged throughout the experience, and combined with the mood boost, this made Johnny Apple Seed a great anytime strain.

Hybrid 84

Hybrid Strains Trichome Terpenes 84

Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 31, 2023

While Revolution’s genetic library boasts a large variety of experiences, in my mind, Revolution is always associated with the creamy doughy flavor perfected in strains, such as Cookie Crasher. The indicated terpenes were β-caryophyllene, limonene, α-humulene, linalool, and β-myrcene.

Sativa 81

Sativa Trichome Hybrid Research and Development 81

Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 4, 2024

One of the more interesting strain runs of 2023 was watching as Revolution honed in the Cookies’ genetic lineup with some of the brand’s well-known strains, such as Georgia Pie and Red Velvet. The indicated terpenes were β-caryophyllene, limonene, linalool, and ocimene. For more Illinois cannabis industry news, visit here.

Trichome 90

Trichome Strains Hybrid Terpenes 90

Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

During a recent stop at Star Buds Burbank a budtender told me about Grape Jubilee, one of the more indica-leaning strains from Kaviar’s new releases. Terpenes were 3.1% The trichomes were visibly milky but shrouded by sugar leaf remnants. Intrigued, and hoping for a good night’s sleep, I picked up an eighth to sample.

Indica 96

Indica Hybrid Sleep Trichome 96

Illinois News Joint

JUNE 18, 2023

While I’ve become firmly planted in my belief that cannabis is an extremely complex plant and the real secrets to the effects go far beyond simply terpenes and cannabinoids, I’m still fascinated by the consumer fixation with THC. That’s why I still get a kick when we get to add a strain to our “Thirty % Plus” review series.

Trichome 84

Trichome Strains Hybrid Terpenes 84

Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As the cannabis industry matures and starts to take itself more seriously, one area that I hope never gets too “grown up” is the tendency for breeders to still have fun when naming strains. I picked up an eighth of the strain to review. Terpenes were 2.2% To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

Hybrid 83

Hybrid Trichome Strains Indica 83

Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 9, 2023

NuEra recently took home the 2023 Cannabis Cup for Cobra Milk , so I jumped at the chance to sample the strain when I found it under the company’s Interstate 420 brand. Terpenes were 1.16% of the total weight with β-caryophyllene, β-myrcene, limonene, and α-humulene being the heaviest.

Indica 100

Indica Hybrid Trichome Terpenes 100

Illinois News Joint

JUNE 28, 2023

One of my favorite features about Revolution Cannabis’ recent collaboration with Cookies has been the unique strains combining great genetics from both brands’ lineups. Georgia Collider is such a strain, released under Revolution’s Tales & Travels brand, so I picked up a sample from Enlightened Mount Prospect to review.

Strains 86

Strains Hybrid Trichome Terpenes 86

Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The indicated terpenes were terpinolene at 1.31%, eucalyptol at 0.43%, and β-myrcene at 0.24%. ILNJ photo A singular large pointed flower carried undertones of bright turf green, supporting outreaching fire orange hairs and a layer of trichomes that had just turned milky. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

Trichome 81

Trichome Sativa Hybrid Terpenes 81

Illinois News Joint

JULY 29, 2023

Something about the unique tangy terpene works for my needs, so it’s easy to see why I love strains suck as Durban Poison and Jack Herer that are heavy in the terp. I’m always intrigued when I see new strains based on these personal favorites, which was what drew me to Rythm’s OG Kush Breath, a descendant of Durban Poison.

Strains 86

Strains Terpenes Trichome Hybrid 86

Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 5, 2023

93 Boyz has tapped into big name strains such as Jet Fuel and Gary Payton for its genetic library, so it’s no surprise to see the label putting out a cut of Gelonade. The indicated terpenes were β-caryophyllene, β-myrcene, α-pinene, and α-humulene. I stopped into Trinity Compassionate Care and picked up an eighth to sample.

Sativa 106

Sativa Trichome Hybrid Terpenes 106

Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 9, 2024

It’s been a while since we’ve reviewed a new strain from the team at Progressive Treatment Solutions , so when I spotted a new drop from the company’s Paul Bunyan label, I was instantly intrigued. Terpenes were 1.45% of the total weight with β-caryophyllene, limonene, and linalool being the heaviest.

Trichome 90

Trichome Indica Hybrid Terpenes 90

Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

After a couple years covering the product space in the Illinois market, it’s easy to tell which strains are cultivator’s darlings. Indicated terpenes were limonene at 0.92%, b-myrcene at 0.44%, b-caryophyllene at 0.37%, and a-humulene at 0.2%, and 1.93% total cannabinoids. For more Illinois cannabis industry news, visit here.

Sativa 89

Sativa Hybrid Trichome Strains 89

Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

I’ve often written about the power of genetic lineages as a way to connect with strains that work for personal needs. That was what attracted me to 93 Boyz’ entry for the High Times Sativa Flower Cannabis Cup , Jet Fuel, as the strain combines two personal favorites from my days in Colorado, High Country Diesel and Aspen OG.

Sativa 95

Sativa Trichome Strains Hybrid 95

Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Thankfully, The Botanist has more than one “strawberry strain” in its new genetic lineup. The indicated terpenes were β-myrcene at 0.65%, limonene at 0.61%, and β-caryophyllene at 0.51%. ILNJ photos FDA Disclaimer: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

Hybrid 98

Hybrid Trichome Terpenes Strains 98

Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Rythm has tapped into this strategy with several strains. Recently, I spotted Animal Face, a strain bred by Seed Junky Genetics , on the menu at Rise Effingham , so I stopped in and picked up a sample. FDA Disclaimer: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

Indica 90

Indica Hybrid Trichome Strains 90

Illinois News Joint

MAY 11, 2023

Apple Fritter is one of those strains that has become so popular in recent years that it seems to be everywhere. Terpenes were 2.267% of the total weight with β-caryophyllene, limonene, α-humulene, linalool, and α-pinene being the heaviest. Apple Fritter is a hybrid cross of Sour Apple and Animal Cookies created by Lumpy’s Flowers.

Trichome 104

Trichome Strains Hybrid Terpenes 104

Illinois News Joint

MARCH 30, 2023

The rich, hashy, and skunky flavors of old school cannabis strains will always have a special place in my heart. In a world where candy- and cookie-flavored strains get so much attention, there’s still a lot the “classics” can offer. This batch of flower tested at 0.3% Delta-9-THC, 23.41% THCa, and 24.81% total cannabinoids.

Hash 96

Hash Indica Strains Trichome 96

Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 2, 2023

As someone who tries a variety of strains, I’m always chasing new and unique flavors and experiences, and a new strain is just another chance to explore. Terpenes were 2.8% Deep-royal purple and varying shades of bright green shone under a thick visibly milky trichome frost. Crops , the label from Justice Cannabis Co.

Strains 90

Strains Trichome Hybrid Terpenes 90

Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

While we love all types of effects and flavors of cannabis here at Illinois News Joint , we cannot deny the special place we have for energetic citrus-heavy strains. Listed terpenes were β-caryophyllene at 0.63%, limonene at 0.47%, and β-myrcene at 0.23%. The Botanist caught my attention with its recently released Orange Mojito.

Sativa 99

Sativa Trichome Hybrid Strains 99

Illinois News Joint

MARCH 25, 2023

As an insomniac, I pay special attention to strains that promise a heavy indica experience. The most prevalent indicated terpenes were limonene, b-caryophyllene, linalool, and b-myrcene. ILNJ photo Large, dense nugs were dark forest green with small splashes of pink and coated with a creamy amber trichome veil.

Indica 95

Indica Sleep Strains Trichome 95

Illinois News Joint

MAY 8, 2023

As Revolution Cannabis prepares to release its new-to-Illinois Cookies line of products, the Illinois-based company has been releasing its own in-house crosses of the Compound Genetics strains that the Cookies brand is built on. The primary indicated terpenes were β-caryophyllene, limonene, linalool, α-humulene, and α-pinene.

Strains 92

Strains Hybrid Trichome Terpenes 92

Illinois News Joint

MARCH 19, 2023

Bedford Grow has been continuously cultivating new strains, and when it recently launched a few new cultivars to its wide library, I picked up from Maribis of Springfield a couple samples, including this White Cherry Wedding Cake. White Cherry Wedding Cake was highly introspective and exactly the type of strain the word “stoned” was made for.

Strains 94

Strains Trichome Indica Hybrid 94

Illinois News Joint

JULY 7, 2023

With the ever-expanding array of cultivated cultivars, it becomes crucial to take notice when a strain garners a devoted fan base. Tales & Travels has recently released a fresh batch of this strain. The indicated terpenes were β-caryophyllene, β-myrcene, limonene, linalool, and α-humulene.

Hybrid 84

Hybrid Trichome Research and Development Strains 84

Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

I recently picked up a few strains from the lineup including Big Chillz #1. The indicated terpenes were β-caryophyllene at 0.69%, limonene at 0.39%, and linalool at 0.19%. The indicated terpenes were β-caryophyllene at 0.69%, limonene at 0.39%, and linalool at 0.19%. Bag appeal was high even with smaller popcorn sized flowers.

Indica 87

Indica Hybrid Trichome Research and Development 87

Illinois News Joint

APRIL 24, 2023

The brand received specialty packaging and sizes, such as the Party Pack, and recently dropped a brand new strain, Quantum Runtz. The primary indicated terpenes were limonene, β-caryophyllene, linalool, α-terpineol, and α-pinene ILNJ photos The 7-gram bag contained three sizable colas and several smaller buds slightly larger than popcorn.

Strains 91

Strains Hybrid Trichome Indica 91

Illinois News Joint

JULY 2, 2023

I respect Revolution Cannabis ‘ robust breeding program, with the company going so far as curating its own in-house cuts of world-famous strains. The indicated terpenes wereβ-caryophyllene, limonene, β-myrcene, linalool, and α-bisabolol. Revolution’s newest release is exactly that, an exclusive cut of Gelato named Revlato 41.

Trichome 91

Trichome Strains Hybrid Terpenes 91

Illinois News Joint

JUNE 15, 2023

It’s a true vote of confidence when breeders not only put their name behind a strain but also put their name on it. Revolution Cannabis recently dropped the strain as part of its Cookies genetics releases, and I visited Enlightened Mount Prospect to pick up a sample Grandi Guava is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Guava and Gelato.

Sativa 85

Sativa Trichome Strains Hybrid 85

Illinois News Joint

MAY 8, 2023

Recently, I came across the Progressive Treatment Solutions , version of this strain at Consume Marion and eagerly picked up a sample to see how it stacked up to my past experiences. Terpenes were 1.85% of the total weight with limonene, β-caryophyllene and a-terpineol being the heaviest.

Strains 94

Strains Hybrid Trichome Terpenes 94

Illinois News Joint

MAY 13, 2023

Prospect to pick up Revolution’s latest offerings—the new strains, Paradise #6 and Paradise #9 and its phenotype sampling program , Future Flora. The primary indicated terpenes were β-caryophyllene, β-myrcene, limonene, α-humulene and α-pinene. The primary terpenes were β-myrcene, β-caryophyllene, limonene, α-pinene, and ocimene.

Trichome 86

Trichome Terpenes Strains Research and Development 86

Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 10, 2024

While I’m a fan of fruit and cookie-forward sweet strains, my real love is the heavy savory tones delivered by classics, such as GMO. Oregonix’s new release from Northern Heights, Bomb Sauce, intrigued me, so I recently picked up an eighth at nuEra Champaign to see if the strain delivered the savory flavors I enjoy.

Hybrid 59

Hybrid Strains Trichome Indica 59

Illinois News Joint

MARCH 23, 2023

Compound Genetics has created some of my favorite strains. Primary terpenes included limonene, β-caryophyllene, linalool, α-terpineol, and endo-fenchyl alcohol. The trichome frost covering the buds was milky but sparkled when held up to the light. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

Indica 94

Indica Terpenes Trichome Hybrid 94