Illinois News Joint

MAY 27, 2023

Kaviar cultivated strains include Blue Unicorn Poop, PB & J Fritter, Tangie Berry, Gelato Cake, Super Petrol, Mimosa, Apple Fritter, and more. Limited new strains will soon include Cereal Milk, Hells Angel OG, Pink Animal Cracker, and Grad Daddy Purp. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here. Kaviar is both.”

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Terpenes Strains Dispensary Events 85

Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Revolution also stood out with the drop of single strain Live Rosin infused gummies that provided new depths on the experiential side with full spectrum solventless infusions and with interesting flavors, such as mimosa and lychee grapefruit. Bedford Grow’s Electric Lemonade Live Badder hit hard with its impressive 14.87% terpene number.

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Concentrates Vaping Strains Edibles 95

Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

In certain industry jobs, workers are constantly awash in a sea of new genetic names, so when an established grower is producing a strain I haven’t heard of, I pay attention. Superflux recently put out a new-to-me strain, Oracle, in concentrate form, so I stopped into Nature’s Care Co.

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Concentrates Strains Indica Hybrid 84

Illinois News Joint

MARCH 8, 2024

Great growers know each strain has its own special needs and desires required to create the best expression possible. NEZ has focused on only four strains for the brand’s initial release. The top indicated terpenes are limonene, β-caryophyllene, and linalool. More attention means better quality.

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Trichome Strains Concentrates Hybrid 88

Illinois News Joint

APRIL 11, 2023

I recently picked up a sample of this cannabis strain as a live badder when I saw it on the menu at Consume Marion. Terpenes were 4.66% of the total weight with β-myrcene, ocimene, β-caryophyllene, and linalool being the heaviest. ILNJ photos A messy mound of creamy amber-yellow badder had a surface sheen of terpene moisture.

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Concentrates Terpenes Strains Hybrid 86

Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The first “good weed” I ever tried was Strawberry Cough, and I’m consistently confused by the lack of genetics on the Illinois market with this classic terpene profile. The Botanist is filling this gap with Strawberry Bubbles #5, one of the new strains dropping as part of the label’s rebrand.

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Trichome Terpenes Hybrid Strains 102

Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 17, 2023

In the days of prohibition, the heavy consumer may have had a favorite strain or two but the level of granular choice we have today would have been unimaginable years ago. Today, stoners not only have favorite cultivars but also favorite terpenes, and mine is hands down, terpinolene. ILNJ photos.

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Terpenes Sativa Concentrates Hybrid 91

Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 18, 2024

Bloom plays to this strength by creating cannabis-inspired flavors that are easy to understand, even if they aren’t based on actual strains. The Blueberry Gushers Live Surf is a distillate vape infused with cannabis-derived terpenes. This vape tested at 84.65% THC and 6% terpenes.

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Vaping Terpenes Oil Concentrates 83

Illinois News Joint

MARCH 5, 2023

I’ve often joked that smoking the concentrate of a strain before smoking the flower is equivalent to watching the movie before reading the book. After reviewing the Orange Velvet Underground RBX Live Resin by Legacy a few days ago, I was eager to try Legacy’s 1g Preroll of the same strain for another “First Look” review.

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Hybrid Concentrates Terpenes Strains 91

Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

By Patsy Marie Known for making High Times’ 2016 World’s Strongest Strains list, Apple Fritter has always been a potent and reliable cultivar. As someone who is always looking to try another apple strain, I was genuinely excited when I first saw Apple Fritter in February of 2022, just after Ozone first released its concentrate line.

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Hybrid Strains Concentrates Indica 84

Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 12, 2023

“Shop by genetics” is advice I gave as a budtender, and it’s still a rule I follow when seeking new strains. When I catch the word wedding in a strain name, I take the time to try it out. Terpenes were 3.47% of the total weight with β-caryophyllene, limonene, and β-myrcene being the heaviest.

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Terpenes Hybrid Strains THC 91

Miss Marijuana

MAY 29, 2020

With this in mind, we wanted to explore some of the best cannabis strains for PTSD. The experiences of those suffering from PTSD typically surround the memory of the specific event(s) that caused their trauma in the first place, manifesting itself in the form of disruptive flashbacks or nightmares. Best cannabis strains for PTSD.

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Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 18, 2023

While trying to keep track of a constantly expanding list of strains, I come across a lot of cake, mac, cookie, and glues on Illinois dispensary menus, so I’m interested when I find a new strain name. as diamonds and sauce, and since it was my first time encountering the hybrid strain, I picked up a sample at NuEra Champaign to review.

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Hybrid Strains Concentrates Oil 84

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 News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Trichome Strains Hybrid Terpenes 87

Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 21, 2023

By Tammi Tokes I decided 2023 was going to be the year I try writing strain reviews. Terpene profile for this strain included α-pinene at 0.1195%, β-caryophyllene at 4.7612%, β-myrcene at 2.3561%, β-pinene: 0.1628%, limonene at 1.5383%, and linalool at 0.4201%. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Strains Vaping Terpenes Sativa 87

Illinois News Joint

MARCH 18, 2023

By Patsy Marie Whenever a popular strain comes around the Illinois market that I haven’t yet tried, I get excited, especially when it’s a classic strain. Girl Scout Cookies’ dominant terpenes were caryophyllene, limonene, myrcene, and linalool. In addition to pain relief, this strain was outstanding for appetite loss.

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Strains Indica Hybrid Concentrates 85

Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 27, 2023

By Patsy Marie As someone who’s involved with most of the Chicago and Illinois online cannabis communities, I know that OG and Kush strains are becoming more and more sought after in the Illinois market. Somewhat gone are the days of people hankering for the cookie and cake strains, though of course there are exceptions.

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Strains Indica Concentrates Terpenes 84

Illinois News Joint

JULY 11, 2023

Rythm has been impressive with its recent selection of blockbuster strains, and one standout is Space Cream. Rythm has introduced this hybrid strain as a live resin variant. The indicated terpenes were 2.59% limonene, 1.6% To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Hybrid Terpenes Strains Events 86

Illinois News Joint

APRIL 2, 2023

By Patsy Marie As a lover of cannabis who primarily consumes concentrates, I was excited when asked to review Revolution Cannabis’ Blackberry Kush flower. As far as my familiarity with Blackberry Kush, I had tried it once or twice when Revolution had it in concentrate form a couple years ago, and I loved it then.

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Strains Concentrates Indica Terpenes 92

Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 8, 2023

Hunting for the right strains to produce quality hash rosin is more art than science, but one cultivar has become a trusted “washable” strain, GMO. The indicated terpenes were limonene at 1.26%, β-myrcene at 1.2%, β-caryophyllene at 0.83%, and α-humulene at 0.44%. GMO is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Chemdawg and GSC.

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Indica Strains Terpenes Hash 85

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.

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Sativa Trichome Strains Hybrid 83

Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 7, 2023

I’ve said before that classic strains are classic for a reason, and when multiple legendary strains are crossed, I have to explore the results. The terpenes were indicated as β-caryophyllene at 0.97%, limonene at 0.75%, β-myrcene at 0.58%, and linalool at 0.54%. Sometimes, genetics are what grab me. ILNJ photos.

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Indica Hybrid Terpenes Strains 103

Illinois News Joint

APRIL 15, 2024

More than a year ago, I ran across the strain Mexican Flan in Missouri and was instantly intrigued by the cross of two of my favorite cultivars, Animal Mints and Ice Cream Cake. I came across the strain as a live resin jelly at Cookies Peoria, so I picked up a gram to review. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Hybrid Strains Terpenes Events 85

Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 23, 2023

As a big fan of lemon-heavy strains, I imagined Lemon Tree would be the perfect personal cultivar. While my Lemon Tree didn’t deliver what I was looking for, I’ve still developed a love for the strain. Terpenes were 1.53% of the total weight with limonene, β-caryophyllene, β-myrcene, α-humulene, and cis-nerolidol being the heaviest.

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Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 7, 2023

This batch of concentrate tested at 1.3% Terpenes were 1.97% of the total weight with β-myrcene, eucalyptol, limonene, and α-pinene being the most prevalent. Overall, the unique flavor profile and motivating clarity of thought made this a personal favorite, and I look forward to trying more of this strain.

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Hybrid Concentrates Sativa Strains 88

Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Northern Lights Haze has been with the company for a long time, so I picked up a sample of the strain, under the new The Botanist brand, to see how it had changed. The indicated terpenes were myrcene at 1.79%, caryophyllene at 0.35%, and ocimene at 0.35%. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Sativa Trichome Terpenes Strains 88

Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The indicated terpenes were terpinolene at 1.31%, eucalyptol at 0.43%, and β-myrcene at 0.24%. Space Junkie was a heavily cerebral and uplifting strain, a characteristic I’ve found in CBGa heavier cultivars, and I’ll be searching this one out as a concentrate. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Trichome Sativa Hybrid Terpenes 79

Illinois News Joint

MAY 24, 2023

Nowadays, whenever I come across the strain, I pick up a sample, if only to compare it to the flowers I cultivate myself. Terpenes were 1.266% of the total weight with limonene, β-caryophyllene, β-myrcene, and β-pinene being the heaviest. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Trichome Indica Hybrid Terpenes 86

Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 2, 2023

The classic Blueberry strain is an indica cross of Purple Thai and Thai. The live-terpene oil had a light golden color. The terpene profile included 2.40% α-pinene, 1.88% β-myrcene, and 0.66% β-caryophyllene. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here. ILNJ photos.

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Vaping Terpenes Indica Strains 83

Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

I recently spotted Sour Garlic Mints badder from Bedford Grow and, hoping the flavor could live up to the strain name, picked up a gram to sample from Maribis Springfield on Denver. ILNJ photo Yellow amber and shimmering in the light, the mound of badder carried a thin layer of terpenes right at the top.

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Terpenes Indica Hybrid Strains 73

Illinois News Joint

MARCH 2, 2023

I knew I’d be reviewing this Orange Velvet Underground RBX Live Resin by Legacy , but weeks ago, on the same day, both my smoking devices for concentrates stopped working. So Tuesday when I picked up the Orange Velvet Underground RBX Live Resin from nuEra Champaign , I was ready for my first concentrate review since November 23.

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Hybrid Concentrates Terpenes Indica 92

Illinois News Joint

JUNE 13, 2023

Not only do growers develop a deeper appreciation for the plant, but they also tap into broader trends, such as popular strains and cultivation methods. Throughout my own journey as a cultivator, one strain that has captivated my attention is Freakshow, created by Humboldt Seed Company. and β-caryophyllene at 0.91%.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 13, 2023

Bedford Grow has a constantly evolving genetic library that taps into these old treasures, and I’m always excited to see what traits BG has brought to the here and now with its new strains, including this Cheese Wiz. Terpenes were 1.27% of the total weight with β-caryophyllene, limonene, α-humulene, and α-bisabolol as the most prevalent.

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Trichome Indica Hybrid Terpenes 91

Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

The licensee behind Legacy has been producing legal solventless options in state for arguably longer than anyone, so I pay attention when they drop new strains. Terpenes were 5.52% of the total weight with β-myrcene, limonene, β-caryophyllene, and linalool being the heaviest. This Batch of live rosin tested at 3.2%

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Hybrid Terpenes Sleep Strains 92

Illinois News Joint

JULY 23, 2023

I hadn’t seen the strain since, so when I saw it pop up as a live badder at Consume Marion , I jumped at the chance to pick up a sample. ILNJ photo I popped the top to reveal a long and thin mound of creamy amber colored badder covered by a thin pool of translucent-terpene heavy oil. total cannabinoids.

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Hybrid Terpenes Sativa Oil 74

Illinois News Joint

JUNE 19, 2023

I have been a fan of Humboldt Seed Company’s strains for quite some time, so I was pleased to discover Rythm was now producing the strains in Illinois. The most prevalent terpenes were limonene at 3.14%, β-caryophyllene at 2.69% and β-myrcene at 0.84%. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Hybrid Strains Terpenes Cultivation 90

Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 22, 2023

When that cultivator is growing a strain that I’ve never even heard of, well that cranks the novelty to 10, and I have to try it out. The terpenes were 2.08% of the total panel with β-myrcene, ocimene, α-pinene, and β-caryophyllene being the most prevalent. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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