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. There was a lightness to my awareness and mood throughout, a hallmark of a great sativa at the core of the experience that made Acapulco Gold a good wake-n-bake choice.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 23, 2024

I hadn’t heard of Kaviar’s Forbidden Razittlez when I first spotted it on the menu at Star Buds Burbank a while ago, so I decided to pick a sample to see what the strain had to offer. Forbidden Razittles is an indica -eaning hybrid cross of an unknown strain and Zkittlez. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 15, 2023

This week, the new craft grow team at IC Collective dropped five new strains as part of its Illinois launch. Of course, I chose to review first the strain most likely to fit our Work Sativa series, Cali Sour. Cali Sour is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Cali Chem (Cookies N Chem and Chem 91) and Sour Diesel.

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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. Raspberry Shortcake is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Raspberry Bellini and Slapz.

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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. Not only did the name promise a citrus-heavy profile, the genetics leaned toward the sativa side of the spectrum. I recently stopped into Nature’s Care Co.

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The Cannigma

AUGUST 31, 2022

To find the best strain for working out, look for a blend of THC and CBD that provides a boost of energy, lightens or improves your mood, and has a terpene profile that includes pinene, myrcene, limonene, or humulene. Strains mentioned in this article include: ACDC Cannatonic Critical Mass Gelato. Best strains for working out.

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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.

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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. Gelonade is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Lemon Tree and Gelato #41. Gelonade is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Lemon Tree and Gelato #41.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 6, 2023

When I chose to review the Sativa Flower category of the Illinois High Times Magazine People’s Choice Cannabis Cup , I wasn’t only motivated by the fact that the category had the most entries but also by a search for more motivating Work Sativa. B52 Bomber is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Durban Poison and Blue Dream.

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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

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.

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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. 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

JUNE 8, 2023

Sonny G is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of G6 and (Tangie and unknown male). The effects of Sonny G leaned more towards balanced hybrid rather than energizing sativa. Sonny G worked well as a citrus heavy easygoing hybrid but never achieved the sativa energy the strain usually delivers.

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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 Glove is a hybrid cross of The Snowman and Y Life. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 19, 2023

I’m happy to see cultivators working with new genetics, but what really excites me is the allure of running into strains I’d never encountered before. Blackberry Moonshine is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of unknown origin. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 31, 2023

We aren’t shy about being fans of citrus-heavy energetic sativa here at Illinois News Joint , which is why I already had sampled one of Progressive Treatment Solutions’ flagship sativa, Orange Soda, as a crumble and preroll. However, this was the first time I’ve encountered the strain as raw flower.

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Recreational cannabis consumers get excited when new strains hit the market, but often times, medical patients have already grown the “new” strains. We ran into John Grow #38 at The Herban Legend Cup , and he told us about three strains he’d recently grown, including Animal Face, bred by Seed Junky Genetics.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 11, 2023

While a ton of fantastic and reliable cultivars are out there with decade plus histories, there are strains so famous that they’ve permeated not only cannabis culture but also the entire spectrum of American culture. Sour Diesel is that kind of defining strain. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

JULY 1, 2023

Certain strain names come with expectations attached. Glue Tang Haze is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of GG4 and Tangerine Haze and Puck. Glue Tang Haze is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of GG4 and Tangerine Haze and Puck. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here. To read my essay, My Experience Judging the High Times Cannabis Cup , from 2020, click here. For more Illinois cannabis industry news, visit here. For Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 16, 2023

While the correlation between terpenes and the effects of certain strains is still debated, there is no doubt that strains with higher terpene levels are more fragrant and flavorful. Chem OG is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Chemdawg and OG Kush. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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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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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 11, 2023

Red Headed Stranger is a sativa-dominant hybrid cross of Tom Hill’s Haze and Williams Wonder. Red Headed Stranger was a true sativa experience. Tingly euphoria that hit every part of my body characterized the physical portion of the experience, driving home the sativa classification.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Space Junkie was the singular Triple 7 entry for the High Times Sativa Flower Cannabis Cup this year. Space Junkie is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Starfighter and Tres Dawg. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 24, 2023

I’ve sampled the Sun King OG and Red Headed Stranger offerings from the new line, and to round out the strain selection, I picked up a Bear Dance Live Resin Cart from Enlightened Mt. Bear Dance is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Pure Kush and Uzbekistan Hashplant and Snow Cap. Prospect to review. total cannabinoids.

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

Comparing strains with a shared parent isn’t just an easy way to find other cultivars I enjoy, it’s a path to building cannabis assessment skills. Sirius B is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Ain’t One and (3rd Coast Panama Chunk and Amnesia Haze). To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 15, 2023

I cracked open an eighth of Cresco ’s Tres Leches Cake in its green “Refresh” hybrid packaging, stuffed some cones, and gave it a try. Picked up from Sunnyside Danville , the Tres Leches Cake is a sativa-dominant hybrid made cross of Koolato and Cookies and Cream. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

In order to truly set their product apart, some cultivators focus on creating their own genetic portfolios, ensuring the strains are unique to their label. There are a few Illinois-based cultivators with in-house breeding programs, and anytime a new strain hits the market, it gets my attention.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 22, 2023

While I wait for Illinois cultivators to release multi-strain products that offer a similar experience, I’ve been doing the next best thing and creating my own flights of cannabis strains. Blueberry Cupcake, a 50/50 hybrid cross of Blueberry Muffin and Wedding Cake, tested at 0.52% THC, 24.29% THCa, and 25.36% total cannabinoids.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 3, 2023

They offer three options: Mango Thai Basil Indica, Ruby Red Grapefruit Mint Sativa, and Red Raspberry Yuzu Hybrid. CannaWerks offers gummies in sativa, hybrid, and indica varieties, but I noticed little difference in their effects. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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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 1, 2024

Tropicanna Punch Bx1 is a hybrid cross of Tropicanna Punch and Tropicanna Cookies F1, originally bred by Oni Seed Co. ILNJ photo Highsman nicknames this strain “The Big Purp,” and it was easy to see why as soon as I opened the jar. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here. total cannabinoids.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 12, 2024

Purple Churro is a hybrid cross of Cinnamon Horchata and Apples and Bananas, originally created by Compound Genetics. FloraCal places Purple Churro in the sativa category, but the effects were much more indica leaning. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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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. Gelonade is a hybrid cross of Lemon Tree and Gelato #41. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 4, 2023

However, vapes and disposable pens are so damn convenient that it’s nice to have one on me at all times, and again, I have a specific preference for clearheaded high-energy sativa/hybrid with citrus and fruit flavors and either gas or sweet skunk as back notes. By the end of the buzz, the high balanced back to a middle hybrid effect.

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Illinois News Joint

JULY 31, 2023

Some consumers may chase experiences weighted towards one side of the indica-sativa spectrum, but there’s a real reward to identifying cultivars from both columns that can satisfy my needs. GG4 is a hybrid cross of Chem’s Sister, Sour Dubb, and Chocolate Diesel. GG4 is just such a cultivar. GG4 is just such a cultivar.

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Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 26, 2023

When Cookies finally brought its label to Illinois dispensaries, the brand obviously chose some of its most popular strains for the job. 2090 is a hybrid cross of The Snowman and Y Life. Productive and focused, 2090 was a mental Work Sativa with a relaxing and pain relieving indica-body buzz.

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