Illinois News Joint

MAY 8, 2025

Bio Jesus is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Bio Diesel and Gumbo. A slightly longer version of the classic cylindrical 510-threaded vape Cresco uses, there was a clear plastic mouthpiece, a branded glass tank, with a thick blue band at the base, indicating the indica nature of Bio-Jesus.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Grand Master Sexy is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Scotty 2 Hotty and Oreoz. Grand Master Sexy is labeled as an indica but delivered a clear headed, open state of mind that allowed me to focus on work by “getting out of my own way” mentally. Kaviar is no stranger to playfulness, releasing strains such as Blue Unicorn Poop.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 7, 2023

POTUS Berriez is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Runtz, Afghani, and OG Kush. The candy sweetness was still present, and lower temperatures brought it out more. Physically, this live resin was tingly and euphoric, never becoming “indica” heavy. That’s why I picked up POTUS Berriez Live Resin from Aerīz at Consume Marion.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 13, 2025

The Savvy Tangie Crush (sativa) and Berry Drip (indica) Guap RSO gummies, respectively, came as a single-doze edible shaped as a money bag with a $ symbol on the front. FDA Disclaimer: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

At the end of a long day, a heavy indica lulling me off to sleep is really hard to beat. 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. Grape Jubilee is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Cereal Milk and Berry Bubba.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 27, 2024

Blue Unicorn Poop is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Blue Sherbet and Unicorn Poop. The effects came on before I had finished the bowl with a heavy physical indica blanket of pressure paired with a closed in awareness and a mind wiped clean of thought. The efficacy of these products has not been confirmed by FDA-approved research.

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

WEPA is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Whoody Melon and Platinum OG. WEPAs indica label was spot on as the fast-hitting strain induced a fog that overtook my awareness and induced a carefree attitude by the end of my joint. Every time I check the menu, I see new Kaviar strains.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 12, 2024

Notes of cake, lemon, and cut grass were present but hard to detect. Outta My Head was fast acting, providing an indica body pressure in my chest and shoulders and a head daze that tightened my awareness window. FDA Disclaimer: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Animal Face is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Face Off OG and Animal Mints. ILNJ photos After the intense peak, there was a long tail of indica heaviness that was best suited for the end of the day. FDA Disclaimer: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

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Illinois News Joint

JULY 20, 2024

Cresco Triangle is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Las Vegas Lemon Skunk and Triangle Kush. ILNJ photo Despite being a simple metal coil in a glass tank, the Cresco cart manages to maintain brand identity with a few features, such as the clear circular mouthpiece, colored indicator band (in this case, blue for indica), and branded tank.

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Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

DNA Cake is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Gelato Sorbet and Lava Cake. DNA Cake delivered a classic indica style buzz, slowing my train of thought to a crawl while a slow-moving wave of muscle relaxation followed, working down from my crown to legs. Best fit for the evening, DNA Cake delivered a classic Cake flavor and indica buzz.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 17, 2025

Overall, the combination of physical heaviness and a reflective mindset made the Pacific Pie buzz more indica-leaning than expected. FDA Disclaimer: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 16, 2024

Super Boof is an indica-learning hybrid cross of Black Cherry Punch and Tropicanna Cookies, originally created by California’s Blockhead. Super Boof provided an indica buzz that was a good fit for end of night and a deep flavor profile that kept providing more to explore. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 25, 2023

As an insomniac, I pay special attention to strains that promise a heavy indica experience. When Extreme Cream from Rythm promised a “heavy handed indica” experience on the menu at Rise Effingham , I had to try a sample to see if it deserved a spot in the toolbox. Extreme Cream is not a “day” strain.

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Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Inside the jar, a very light blend of sweet-almond paste, diesel, and freshly turned earth was present but took some real olfactory investigation to bring out. Gradually, the pressure spread outward becoming a warming indica-style muscle relaxation as it built.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 21, 2023

Face Mints is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Face Off OG and Kush Mints. Face Mints was a classic indica experience providing a slow-building full-body relaxation, mental relief from the stress of the day, and a serious case of the munchies. Though 4/20 may have passed, some holiday-inspired deals are still available.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The variety of foods that have been incorporated into cultivar names is always entertaining: cookies, chilies, pineapples, garlic, and now pastries. Pastries #34 is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Oreoz and Jet Fuel Gelato, originally bred by Compound Genetics. Recently, Ozone released Pastries #34 as part of a batch of new drops.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Brownie Scout is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Platinum Girl Scout Cookies and Kosher Kush. Brownie Scout is known for its potent indica experience, and this batch was spot on. ILNJ photo FDA Disclaimer: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 3, 2023

The Stoned Pear indica gummies came infused with Blueberry Clementine (Blueberry and Clementine). The Stoned Pear Indica was the most understated of the three. The Mimosa Sativa provided an additional clarity of mind that I enjoyed for work while the Stoned Pear Indica made me silly but hurt my overall focus.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 27, 2024

Chem Scout is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of ChemDawg and Girl Scout Cookies. Cresco’s classic half-gram cartridge is a cylindrical affair with a clear mouthpiece, branded glass tank, and a small blue band indicating the cart’s indica status. This oil tested at 74.05% THC.

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Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 8, 2023

GMO is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Chemdawg and GSC. ILNJ photo This gram presented as a messy clump of deep amber-orange badder. GMO is known to be a heavy hitting indica and this example is no exception. Overall, this was a flavorful presentation of a classic rosin strain.

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Big Chillz #1 is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Big MAC and Chillz, originally bred by Capulator. Mentally, Big Chillz provided a clearheaded openness that contrasted the heavy physical effects and kept me present, grounded, and focused throughout. I recently picked up a few strains from the lineup including Big Chillz #1.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 24, 2023

Florida Oranges is an indica leaning hybrid cross of Orange Daiquiri and Triangle Kush Bx1, and this version of MSG is an indica leaning hybrid cross of GMO and Creme de la Chem. The MSG presented as thinner flowers with darker, deep purple hues and quite a few sugar leaf pieces left.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 1, 2024

Smackerz is an indica leaning hybrid cross of Gorilla Glue and Rozay. Smackerz smacked as a hybrid more than an indica, providing a clearheaded come up with a positive mood and a big headspace, allowing for focus and clarity of thought. The first strain I chose to review was Smackerz. This batch of flower tested at 0.03% CBDa, 0.3%

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 16, 2023

Hood Candyz is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Runtz and Why U Gelly? Hood Candyz was an anytime of day strain, much closer to a hybrid than an indica. FDA Disclaimer: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 16, 2023

Emerald City Kush is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Triangle Kush and Oz Kush BX1. Emerald City Kush struck as more of a hybrid than a full indica-style experience. One indica-style trait that did come through was a case of the munchies, and my hunger skyrocketed anytime I smoked. This batch of flower tested at 0.7%

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 13, 2024

Chunk Dawg is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Deep Chunk, Sour Diesel, and I-95. ILNJ photo FDA Disclaimer: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Dabstract blends distillate with live-resin extracted-terpene sauce.

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Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Kush and Cream is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Zkittles and OG Kush Breath. Kush and Cream fell hard into the indica end of the spectrum, providing a heavy couchlock sensation both mentally and physically. New genetic releases, though, can be an opportunity to set new expectations for a brand.

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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. ILNJ photo FDA Disclaimer: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 9, 2023

Cobra Milk is an indica leaning hybrid cross of Jealousy and Cereal Milk. FDA Disclaimer: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. 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

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Gobby is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Gelato Mint and London Pound Mints. While Gobby is genetically an indica-hybrid, the effect profile fell exactly in the center of the spectrum. FDA Disclaimer: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. total cannabinoids.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 16, 2024

Jelly Roll is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Jokerz 31 and Gastropop. Jelly Roll leaned more towards center-spectrum hybrid than indica, leaving me calm but stopping short of relaxing me enough for sleep. 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

MARCH 18, 2023

Purchased from Hatch Addison , this gram of Girl Scout Cookies Live Resin tested at 75.995% total cannabinoids with no present CBD or CBDA. As an approximate 60/40% indica-dominant hybrid strain, I’ve noticed amazing pain-relief effects with it. Girl Scout Cookies, or GSC, is a cross of OG Kush and Durban Poison.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 15, 2024

Blu Bomb Pop struck as a center spectrum hybrid more than the indica label on the jar. ILNJ photo FDA Disclaimer: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The flavor was rich but didn’t have much stickiness and was cleared from the palate with the exhale.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 1, 2023

The effect profile leaned hard into the indica side of the spectrum, an effect often found in heavily ambered trichome carrying flower. This heavy indica sensation made Fire Berries best at the end of the day as a nightcap. A heavy mental fog set in at the finish of my bowl, clouding my awareness and decimating my ability to focus.

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Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 13, 2023

Biscotti is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Gelato #25 and South Florida OG. Biscotti struck more at the center of experiential spectrum than its indica-leaning genetics indicated with a calm, collected mindscape that brought down my anxiety without influencing my concentration or energy levels.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 14, 2023

Purple Punch is an indica leaning hybrid cross of Larry OG and Granddaddy Purple. While Granddaddy Purple typically delivers a heavy indica-style high, Purple Punch had a more balanced and calming effect. FDA Disclaimer: The statements made regarding these products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

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