Illinois News Joint

APRIL 17, 2025

I became tired of doughy strains when cookie and pie strains were first making their mark on menus. This batch of flower tested at 0.487% THC, 30.523% THCa, and 31.011% total cannabinoids. Large capitate-stalk trichomes were transitioning from clear to milky and visible with the naked eye.

Trichome 68

Trichome Strains Indica Hybrid 68

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Many people mistakenly assume that all cannabis is the same and have no concept of the sheer variety of strains available, each with unique properties. There’s a strain for everyone; it just may take a bit of sampling and experimentation to find the ideal strain for them. Indica Vs. Sativa: Main Differences.

Indica 127

Indica Strains Hybrid Sativa 127

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.

Indica 111

Indica Hybrid Sleep Trichome 111

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. Terpenes were 1.3%

Indica 116

Indica Strains Trichome Hybrid 116

Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

Every time I check the menu, I see new Kaviar strains. WEPA is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Whoody Melon and Platinum OG. This batch of flower tested at 0.97% THC, 25.32% THCa, and 26.29% total cannabinoids. The physical aspect lagged behind, only fully building into a warm blanket-style indica sensation after 15 minutes.

Indica 105

Indica Hybrid Trichome Strains 105

The Herb Collective

MARCH 3, 2019

Respect for individual needs has led to the growth of the cannabis industry and the availability of many exclusive cannabis strains. Apple Fritter The Apple Fritter strain that we stock is a leading example of how potent cannabis has become to increase its medicinal value.

Strains 15

Strains Wellness and Beauty Indica Trichome 15

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.

Indica 98

Indica Sleep Strains Trichome 98

Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Rythm has tapped into this strategy with several strains. Recently, I spotted Animal Face, a strain bred by Seed Junky Genetics , on the menu at Rise Effingham , so I stopped in and picked up a sample. Animal Face is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Face Off OG and Animal Mints.

Indica 105

Indica Hybrid Trichome Strains 105

Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Ozone has a new batch of strains hitting menus, so I picked up a few samples from Ascend Horizon Drive to review, starting with Kush and Cream. Kush and Cream is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Zkittles and OG Kush Breath. This batch of flower tested at 0.01% THC, 23.912% THCa, and 24.48% total cannabinoids.

Indica 105

Indica Trichome Strains Hybrid 105

Illinois News Joint

JUNE 16, 2023

While I’ve reviewed the other strains from Bedford Grow’s line of playful Wizard of Oz themed Oz Kush genetic crosses, Cheese Wiz and Flying Monkeys , I finally got around to finishing the trio when I picked up Emerald City Kush from Maribis Springfield. Emerald City Kush is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Triangle Kush and Oz Kush BX1.

Indica 98

Indica Hybrid Trichome Strains 98

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. This batch of flower tested at 0.52% THC, 25.7% Blu Bomb Pop struck as a center spectrum hybrid more than the indica label on the jar.

Hybrid 105

Hybrid Indica Trichome Strains 105

Illinois News Joint

APRIL 1, 2024

The first strain I chose to review was Smackerz. Smackerz is an indica leaning hybrid cross of Gorilla Glue and Rozay. Delta 9 THC, and 31% THCa. The entire bud was highlighted with a dense trichome frost. This batch of flower tested at 0.03% CBDa, 0.3%

Indica 111

Indica Hybrid Trichome Strains 111

Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 9, 2023

NuEra recently took home the 2023 Cannabis Cup for Cobra Milk , so I jumped at the chance to sample the strain when I found it under the company’s Interstate 420 brand. Cobra Milk is an indica leaning hybrid cross of Jealousy and Cereal Milk. I stopped into nuEra Champaign and picked up an eighth to review.

Indica 111

Indica Hybrid Trichome Terpenes 111

Illinois News Joint

MARCH 30, 2023

The rich, hashy, and skunky flavors of old school cannabis strains will always have a special place in my heart. In a world where candy- and cookie-flavored strains get so much attention, there’s still a lot the “classics” can offer. NF-1 is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Northern Lights and Chemdawg.

Hash 98

Hash Indica Strains Trichome 98

Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 24, 2023

Daze Off is a new label from the cultivator producing Aerīz products, offering a new concept for the Illinois market: blends of two strains sold together in one jar. Once In a Lifetime is a blend of two strains, Florida Oranges and MSG. The jar indicated testing was at 1.58% Delta-9-THC, 19.28% THCa, and 21.63% total cannabinoids.

Indica 98

Indica Strains Hybrid Trichome 98

Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Pastries #34 is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Oreoz and Jet Fuel Gelato, originally bred by Compound Genetics. This batch of flower tested at 0.534% THC, 26.153% THCa, and 27.995% total cannabinoids. The trichome layer sparkled when held to the light and provided a milky reflectivity.

Indica 105

Indica Trichome Hybrid Food 105

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.

Indica 98

Indica Hybrid Trichome Strains 98

Illinois News Joint

MARCH 16, 2023

Hood Candyz is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Runtz and Why U Gelly? This batch of flower tested at 0.78% THC, 23.62% THCa, and 24.76% total cannabinoids. Hood Candyz was an anytime of day strain, much closer to a hybrid than an indica. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

Indica 98

Indica Hybrid Trichome Terpenes 98

Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

Thursday night after watching Revolution win five Budtender Choice Awards , including Best Top Shelf Flower, I thought I’d review one of Revolution’s latest strain drops: Danny Boy OG. Danny Boy OG is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Wedding Sherb and Cake Crasher. These flowers had a golden trichome frost that sparkled in the light.

Strains 98

Strains Indica Research and Development Trichome 98

Miss Marijuana

MARCH 6, 2021

Claimed to have been propagated by Supernova Gardens out of Hawaii, the popularity of this 80% indica strain has spread from the West Coast as Purple Punch offers equally strong mind and body effects. . Hybrid (80% indica, 20% sativa). Its thick blanket of THC-rich trichomes give the strain its unmatched potency.

Strains 52

Strains Indica Trichome Chronic Pain 52

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. Jelly Roll is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Jokerz 31 and Gastropop. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

Hybrid 105

Hybrid Indica Trichome Terpenes 105

Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

I recently picked up a few strains from the lineup including Big Chillz #1. Big Chillz #1 is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Big MAC and Chillz, originally bred by Capulator. This batch of flower tested at 0.67% THC, 25.23% THCa, and 26.27% total cannabinoids. Bag appeal was high even with smaller popcorn sized flowers.

Indica 105

Indica Hybrid Trichome Research and Development 105

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. Created by Seed Junky Genetics , Jealousy is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Sherbert Bx1 and Gelato 41.

Strains 98

Strains Trichome Indica Hybrid 98

Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

DNA Cake is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Gelato Sorbet and Lava Cake. This batch of flower tested at 1.33% THC, 23.04% THCa, and 25.25% total cannabinoids. The trichomes glittered under light ranging from clear at the center to a light-caramel amber at the surface. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

Indica 105

Indica Hash Trichome Hybrid 105

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. This batch of flower tested at 0.71% CBGa, 0.47% THC, 34.09% THCa, and 35.27% total cannabinoids. Visible milky trichomes dotted the surface, but the frost layer was light.

Sativa 105

Sativa Hybrid Trichome Strains 105

Miss Marijuana

JANUARY 27, 2021

Birthday Cake is a delectable hybrid strain that triggers a balanced high. As its name suggests, this strain is insanely delicious, and cannabis consumers love it for its copious therapeutic benefits. This indica-dominant hybrid contains up to 25% THC. Birthday Cake strain at a glance. Common Use. Improves moods.

Strains 52

Strains Trichome Indica Hybrid 52

Miss Marijuana

MARCH 6, 2021

With its colorful, fruit-tasting buds, there’s no question as to how the Gushers strain got its name. Most popular throughout California, this strong candy-tasting strain is a hit for its feelings of calm and relaxation. These are just some of the benefits this strain has to offer, although these experiences may not be synonymous. .

Strains 52

Strains Chronic Pain Indica Hybrid 52

Illinois News Joint

JUNE 3, 2024

Paul Bunyan Hybrid Kief is a one-gram blended strain kief that tested at 1.3%THC, THC, 31.48% THCa, and 33.83% total cannabinoids. A 30x magnification revealed a 4:1 ratio of plant matter to trichome pieces with tiny pieces of orange hair and sugar leaf revealing themselves under the scope.

Hybrid 111

Hybrid Hash Trichome Indica 111

Illinois News Joint

MARCH 19, 2023

Bedford Grow has been continuously cultivating new strains, and when it recently launched a few new cultivars to its wide library, I picked up from Maribis of Springfield a couple samples, including this White Cherry Wedding Cake. This batch of flower tested at 21.38% THCa, 0.86% Delta-9-THC, 0.33% CBGa, and 22.57% total cannabinoids.

Strains 98

Strains Trichome Indica Hybrid 98

Miss Marijuana

OCTOBER 8, 2020

The Gelato strain is one commonly known among users everywhere. The California born strain, also known as “Larry Bird, after the basketball player, is an indica dominant hybrid enjoyed by novice and more experienced consumers alike because of its balanced hybrid nature. Indica: 55%). What is the Gelato strain of cannabis?

Strains 52

Strains Indica Hybrid Sativa 52

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.

Hybrid 105

Hybrid Trichome Strains Indica 105

Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 1, 2023

This batch of flower tested at 1.187% THC, 23.333% THCa, and 24.52% total cannabinoids. ILNJ photo This eighth came as a handful of small popcorn buds with an off-green amber base tone, accented with splotches of purple and a light dusting of amber trichomes. Physically, a strong weighted blanket sensation built in my body.

Trichome 105

Trichome Indica Hybrid Terpenes 105

Illinois News Joint

APRIL 26, 2023

Recently, I had the chance to try a sample of this strain from Rythm. Bubba Fett is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Stardawg and Pre-98 Bubba Kush. Picked up at Rise Effingham , this batch of flower tested at 0.70% THC, 26.41% THCa, and 27.11% total cannabinoids. Bubba Fett also piqued my appetite considerably.

Indica 98

Indica Trichome Hybrid Terpenes 98

Illinois News Joint

MARCH 23, 2023

Compound Genetics has created some of my favorite strains. Refined Taste is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Jet Fuel Gelato and Pure Kush, created by Compound Genetics. This batch of flower tested at 0.22% THC, 21.34% THCa, and 22.12% total cannabinoids. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

Indica 98

Indica Terpenes Trichome Hybrid 98

Illinois News Joint

JUNE 2, 2023

GDP is two decades old this year, but age hasn’t stopped consumers from demanding the classic indica. Purple Monarch is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of King Crasher and (Grandaddy Purple and Dosidos) created in-house by Revolution. This batch of flower tested at 0.98% THC, 27.14% THCa, and 29.61% total cannabinoids.

Indica 98

Indica Trichome Hybrid Terpenes 98

Otherside Farms

MAY 22, 2021

Harvesting will take about 9 weeks for auto-flowering strains and about 3-5 months for regular strains. Some cannabis strains can yield as low as 30-35 grams per square foot while some can even grow as much as 50-70 grams per square foot. Preferred THC content. The effect you want (Indica, Sativa, or hybrid).

Strains 52

Strains Indica Sativa Hybrid 52

Illinois News Joint

APRIL 24, 2023

The brand received specialty packaging and sizes, such as the Party Pack, and recently dropped a brand new strain, Quantum Runtz. Quantum Runtz is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Animal Cookies #9 and White Runtz, bred in-house by Revolution Cannabis. Eventually, I surrendered to the strain and simply blanked out on the couch.

Strains 98

Strains Hybrid Trichome Indica 98