Illinois News Joint

MAY 7, 2025

Mosca Seeds has been producing gear for more than a decade, and again, one of the breeders strains has found its way into Illinois dispensaries. Picked up from Consume Cannabis , Supreme Planet is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Supreme Ruckus and Planet Hulk. For more information on News Joint Bar Service, visit here.

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MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

As the state’s medical cannabis program continues to evolve, patients are presented with a diverse array of MMJ strains and products to explore. Additionally, we’ll take a look at patient reviews of MMJ strains, offering valuable insights into the experiences of those utilizing medical cannabis in New York.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 8, 2025

Its interesting how certain cannabis strains become associated with specific people, places, and things. One strain in the legal market really has my dads heart, Bio-Jesus, and anytime I see it, I think of the old man. Bio Jesus is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Bio Diesel and Gumbo.

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The Herb Collective

MARCH 26, 2024

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Cannabis Strains of All Time: Unlocking Their Unique Traits Cannabis enthusiasts, whether seasoned connoisseurs or curious newcomers, are always on the lookout for the crème de la crème of cannabis strains. This strain is a must-try for those seeking a powerful mental and physical high.

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MMJ Recs

JANUARY 17, 2024

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll take a look at the best strains of medical marijuana for arthritis pain, exploring the role of CBD-rich strains, the delicate balance of THC, and other crucial considerations when using cannabis to manage arthritis symptoms.

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United Patients Group

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

A Guide to Choosing Cannabis Strains for Chronic Pain Relief The use of cannabis to treat chronic pain is becoming increasingly popular among patients seeking alternative treatments for their symptoms. What are the Best Cannabis Strains for Chronic Pain? Remember, cannabis is not a one size fits all type of medicine.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 13, 2025

Im a sucker for a great strain name. Funky Lo Mein is a hybrid cross of Raspberry Shortcake and (Bermuda Triangle OG X (Louis XIII X Grim Bastard OG). For more information on News Joint Bar Service, visit here. I love savory flavors, so Revolutions Funky Lo Mein caught my eye instantly.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 17, 2025

I became tired of doughy strains when cookie and pie strains were first making their mark on menus. Pacific Pie is a hybrid cross of Apples & Bananas and Georgia Pie. For more information on News Joint Bar Service, visit here. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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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

DECEMBER 3, 2024

While I love sampling the never-ending list of new genetics hitting shelves, I also love revisiting strains I’ve sampled before, especially when it’s a different format. Purple Churro is a hybrid cross of Cinnamon Horchata and Apples and Bananas, originally created by Compound Genetics.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 29, 2024

I’ve sampled a few “standard bearer” strains across multiple producers, states, and markets. Lumpy’s Apple Fritter is one of those strains. I recently spotted the strain on the menu at nuEra Urbana from Interstate 420 , so I picked up an eighth to review. Apple Fritter is a hybrid cross of Sour Apple and Animal Cookies.

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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.

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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. Lusty Lady is a hybrid cross of Bahama Mama and Red Runtz, bred originally by Exotic Genetix.

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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. Johnny Apple Seed is a hybrid cross of Cereal Milk and Apple Fritter, originally bred by Elev8. in Rolling Meadows and picked up a sample to review.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 21, 2024

Cresco has catered to these buyers by tapping into a longstanding genetic standout with its new TK-91 strain. Picked up at Sunnyside Champaign , TK-91 is a hybrid cross of Triangle Kush and Chem 91. Heavier than the hybrid label led me to anticipate, TK-91 opened with a foggy and distractible headspace. total cannabinoids.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 15, 2024

Despite reviewing more than 500 products, a great strain name still catches my eye. Cresco’s Blu Bomb Pop strain recently grabbed my attention when I spotted it on Sunnyside Champaign’s menu. Blu Bomb Pop is a hybrid cross of Candy Rain and Blulato. This batch of flower tested at 0.52% THC, 25.7%

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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. POTUS Berriez is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Runtz, Afghani, and OG Kush. Sometimes, genetics are what grab me.

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Illinois News Joint

JULY 26, 2023

John Grow #36 tells us about Bahama Runtz, a signature strain bred by G.O.A.T. Bahama Runtz is a 50/50-hybrid cross between Solfire’s Bahama Mama and ABF’s S1 Runtz. The effects land smack-dab in the middle, which makes Bahama Runtz extremely suited for patients searching that true hybrid strain.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 29, 2025

Old standby strains always grab my attention when spotted on a menu. GMO Rootbeer is a hybrid cross of GMO and Root Beer. For more information on News Joint Bar Service, visit here. 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

APRIL 19, 2023

After reviewing hundreds of strains in the last 40 months, I’d like to think I have a pretty good sense of how a strain’s flavor and effects will turn out if I have previously sampled its parent strains. Cap N’ Kush by Rythm was one of those strains. Cap N’ Kush by Rythm was one of those strains.

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Thankfully, The Botanist has more than one “strawberry strain” in its new genetic lineup. Bloom Ztrawberriez #12 is a hybrid cross of Orange Zkittlez and Strawberry Guava originally bred by Bloom Seed Co. 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

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

After sampling the first releases from Kaviar , I’ve looked forward to sampling the label’s new strains from its in-house grows. Windy City Mints is a hybrid cross of Triangle Mints and Kush Mints. 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

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Despite claiming the 3rd largest legal cannabis market in America, Illinois has relatively few “signature” strains. Fox River Chem is a hybrid Chemdog cross. Fox River Chem struck as a middle-of-the-road hybrid with a wide-open awareness hitting by the end of my bowl and an overall body lightness that felt like floating.

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 7, 2024

As a strawberry enthusiast, though, it has been the brand’s Heavy Strawberries strain that has kept my attention. Heavy Strawberries is a hybrid cross of Permanent Marker and Strawberry Torte. Overall, Heavy Strawberries delivered on real berry flavor and a relaxing indica-hybrid high.

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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.

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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. Space Cream is a hybrid cross of Time Wreck and Space Queel. The efficacy of these products has not been confirmed by FDA-approved research.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 24, 2024

A few weeks ago, I ran into John Grown #39, who let us know about a new strain he cultivated: Dream Cloud. Dream Cloud is a hybrid cross of Platinum Yoda and Blue Dream from In House Genetics, bred by JoDa. The patient requested this information be released: John Grow #39 can be reached on Instagram @bweedy420.

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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. Don Shula is a hybrid cross of The White and Diagonal sourced from Cool Beans Seed Co. The smooth smoke delivered a rich garlic, earth, and skunk base complemented by highlights of lemon and pepper.

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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. Wedding Mints is a hybrid cross of Wedding Cake and Sinmint Cookies. Wedding Cake is a reliable standby of mine.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 12, 2024

The team behind the label has recently expanded on the idea by collaborating with bands to bring custom strains to market. The second release from this Rythm Artist Series , the strain Outta My Head, is in collaboration with pop punk group State Champs. I recently stopped at Rise Effingham and picked up an eighth to review.

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Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Galaxy Labs has been continuously adding strains to the brand’s profile since it came to market. Recently, at the Illinois Craft Showcase, the label had more than five new strains fresh out of R&D testing. I picked up one of those new strains, Guava Bars, to review. For more information on News Joint Bar Service, visit here.

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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. Gone Swishin is a hybrid cross of Gary Payton and Fish Scale, created in-house by Revolution.

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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. Jelly Roll is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Jokerz 31 and Gastropop. 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 16, 2024

Genetics strain he created called Grapefruit Sorbet. The effects land right in that middle-hybrid spectrum with a relaxing head and body buzz with no energy boost or loss but more of a complete overall chill. The patient requested this information be released: NONE. John Grow #36 is back with another G.O.A.T.

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 13, 2024

One nice aspect about the Dabstract partnership with Bedford Grow is that Illinois consumers are already familiar with the strains. I’ve sampled Chunk Dawg in just about every format and was pleased to see Dabstract release the strain as part of its first batch of vape carts.

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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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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. I stopped into nuEra Champaign and picked up an eighth to sample.

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