Illinois News Joint

MARCH 27, 2025

Once a strain becomes recognizable by an acronym, it has garnered a following. The latest cut to join this illustrious group has been LCG, Lemon Cherry Gelato, and cultivators have started bringing the hyped strain to Illinois. For more information on News Joint Bar Service, visit here.

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Peninsula Alternative Health

JUNE 10, 2019

Assistant Clinical Director Erin Bilenki standing next to Patient Consultant and Concentrate Expert Donnie Jackson. Overtime, he found that vaporizing concentrates (also known as dabbing) to be his preferred method of medicating. PAH values Donnie’s unique skill set and honors him as a concentrate connoisseur and natural healer.

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MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 15, 2023

As with any medical intervention, an informed and cautious approach is crucial to ensure the best outcomes for those seeking relief from insomnia symptoms. Today we’ll be taking a closer look at what the condition of insomnia involves, how it might be treated with the use of medical marijuana, and what the best MMJ strains for insomnia are.

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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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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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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. A light milky trichome frost concentrated at the creases where sugar leaves had once sat. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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The Cannigma

JUNE 29, 2021

The standard categorization in recent decades, strains, is on its way out. Researchers conducting survey based studies today often only have access to the THC concentration of the cannabis that their participants are using. Categorising cannabis: Strains, chemotypes, and chemovars. Let’s dig in.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

(CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF ), a leading and top-performing cannabis company based in the United States , today announced the launch of a new line of high-quality cannabis concentrates made through hydrocarbon extraction. The result is a strain-specific and full-spectrum concentrate that is exceptionally flavorful.

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Just as every cannabis user is different, the unique characteristics of the company producing your flower or concentrates can drastically affect the quality of the cannabis and the experience you’ll have with the product. Concentrates, we’d like to showcase one of our favorites for this month’s brand feature: AZ Nectar Farms.

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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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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Bedford Grow recently released a new strain, Drunken Strawberries in badder form, so I stopped into Maribis Springfield on Denver for a sample. Overall, the strong two-sided flavor and effect profile made for an interesting experience and I look forward to sampling the strain again. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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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. As an approximate 60/40% indica-dominant hybrid strain, I’ve noticed amazing pain-relief effects with it. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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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. The Mangonada cannabis concentrate provided a slow-building euphoric buzz that gradually spread throughout my body. Mangonada is a hybrid cross of Macnanna and Panama Red #14.

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United Patients Group

APRIL 6, 2023

The potency of flowers varies widely depending on the strain and method of consumption. Concentrates Concentrates are highly potent cannabis extracts typically consumed by vaporizing or dabbing. The potency of concentrates can vary widely, with some products containing up to 90% THC.

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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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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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LifeCannMD

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Trichomes come in different varieties and the accumulation of them is used to create what is collectively called cannabis concentrates. Concentrates are much stronger than the average pre-roll. While the normal tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content in flowers ranges from 10 to 25 percent, concentrates contain 80 percent or more.

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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. Concentrated at the creases where sugar leaves once sat, the milky trichomes took on a slight amber tone in concentration.

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

JANUARY 25, 2024

In today’s vast and ever-expanding ocean of retail cannabis options, potent concentrates have carved out a major niche among both therapeutic users and those seeking general recreation and relaxation. But, in this diverse class of products, rosin stands out for its flavor, effect, and unique distinction as a solventless concentrate option.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 15, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of cannabis, it’s hard to ignore the magnetic pull of hype strains. One strain commanding attention across the industry is Jealousy, crowned as Strain of the Year in 2022. All information presented here is not meant as a substitute for or alternative to information from healthcare practitioners.

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 18, 2023

The Illinois market report begins with a landscape overview and is then broken down into eight product categories, including Flower, Vape, Pre-Roll, Concentrate, Gummies & Chews, Edibles, Wellness, and Beverage. The top five strains included 1) MAC #1, 2) Apple Friter, 3) Banan Daddy 4) Cinnamon Buddha, and 5) Gelato.

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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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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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Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 13, 2023

While I may complain about a lack of infused baked goods at Illinois dispensaries, there’s no shortage of strains named after baked goods. Interested in what the craft label is bringing to market with the cookie-heavy strain, I picked up a sample to review. Biscotti is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Gelato #25 and South Florida OG.

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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. All information presented here is not meant as a substitute for or alternative to information from healthcare practitioners.

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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. Bedford Grow has also added a cutout at the bottom of its packaging, allowing consumers to see through the glass slick and get eyes on the concentrate, a move I commend.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 29, 2023

That’s where I discovered Blue Unicorn Poop, a new strain from Kaviar that I recently picked up at Star Buds Burbank. The trichomes were milky white and concentrated at the places where sugar leaves once grew. Blue Unicorn Poop was a slow-building strain, a “creeper,” and its strong mental effects caught me off guard.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The Botanist is filling this gap with Strawberry Bubbles #5, one of the new strains dropping as part of the label’s rebrand. Glistening concentrations of milky trichomes at the creases caught my eye, but the overall trichome character was light. I picked up a sample to see if it takes me back to my first premium experience.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 23, 2023

One of the initial standout strains from the Illinois Medical Cannabis Pilot Program was Green Thumb Industries’ Brownie Scout. Although the buzz has subsided since then, the strain continues to be adored by many. Brownie Scout had a slow onset, and its effects didn’t fully kick in until well after finishing the preroll.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 4, 2023

For more than a decade, I have harbored a deep affinity for strains with a heavy tangerine flavor profile. My fond memories of purchasing Tangie and Orange Bud in the nascent stages of Colorado’s legalization have persisted, and I’ve remained devoted to seeking out citrus-heavy strains ever since.

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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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Miss Marijuana

MAY 29, 2020

With this in mind, we wanted to explore some of the best cannabis strains for PTSD. This can lead to feelings of anxiety, headaches, insomnia, difficulties concentrating and becoming quick to anger. The strains we decided to focus on have the potential to alleviate many of these symptoms. Best cannabis strains for PTSD.

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The Cannigma

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

While cannabis has a reputation for impairing focus and concentration , some who use it for studying say that it actually helps them to stay focused and engaged with their work. THC produced significant impairment in attention and concentration 30 minutes after being used by occasional cannabis users. Is studying high a good idea?

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 3, 2023

Instead of dropping a single flavor, Revolution Cannabis has dropped an entire line of single-strain rosin infused gummies. Revolutions’ new live rosin infused gummies came in three flavors, each with a different strain specific rosin infusion. The Mimosa switches out the Red Beet Concentrate with Beta-Carotene (color).

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MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

With a growing number of medical cannabis dispensaries across the state, Virginians are gaining access to an array of MMJ strains and products that cater to their specific needs. These strains are cultivated to contain specific levels of cannabinoids, including THC and CBD, to address different health needs.

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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. All information presented here is not meant as a substitute for or alternative to information from healthcare practitioners. Sometimes, genetics are what grab me.

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LifeCannMD

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Within the Cannabis genus are many, many different strains, each one with a unique chemical makeup. CBD tends to be present in much higher concentrations in hemp, a low-THC variety within the Cannabis plant family. The THC content in marijuana plants can range from 3 percent to more than 30 percent (depending on the strain).

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