This site uses cookies to improve your experience. To help us insure we adhere to various privacy regulations, please select your country/region of residence. If you do not select a country, we will assume you are from the United States. Select your Cookie Settings or view our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Cookie Settings
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Used for the proper function of the website
Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
Cookie Settings
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Strictly Necessary: Used for the proper function of the website
Performance/Analytics: Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
Cannabis cultivars — informally known as “strains” — stretch across a spectrum of effects and aromas, spinning into various products. Consumers commonly divide this spectrum into Indica and Sativa while incorrectly focusing on THC percentage.
We also don’t know which, if any, terpenes have an effect on creativity. The best strains for creativity are Type II, with a balance of THC and CBD and a terpene profile that includes pinene, linalool, and beta-caryophyllene. Consuming THC increases blood flow to the cingulate cortex, which regulates sensory information and emotion.
If you have been into a dispensary recently, you may have noticed that there are three main types of offerings: Indica, Sativa, and hybrid. Sativa and Indica represent two distinct strains of cannabis and have different intended effects. What Is Sativa? The Plant: The Sativa plant is tall in stature and features narrow leaves.
There is certainly some evidence that cannabis may be helpful with increasing focus, in the right dose with the right terpenes and cannabinoids. The best weed strains to help you focus have a balance of CBD and THC, are energizing and stress-relieving, and have a terpene profile that includes pinene, linalool, or beta-caryophyllene.
But by having an understanding of the cannabinoid and terpene profile, you can simply use strain names as a starting point and explore the chemical profile of the chemovar from there. While the common conversation about cannabis is still centered on the indica/sativa divide, this is not the best way to pick your strains.
Now, the brand has returned with a line of terpene-infused prerolls called Wake N Puff. Across all three flavors, the terpene infusion was surprisingly balanced, letting the flower shine during the first half of the joint. For more information on News Joint Bar Service, visit here. For Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.
Ive been searching for Work Sativa strains for more than five years now. Rarely do I run across a Work Sativa with earthy, herbal, and wood flavors. Rainbows & Cherries is sativa-leaning cross of Cherry Thai and Rainbow SS OG (TK and (OGKB and Cherry Thai). Primary terpenes included caryophyllene, limonene, and humulene.
In the last five years, I have reviewed, sampled, and/or grown more than 100 sativa strains searching for my favorite effects, what I call Work Sativa. FloraCal recently released Morning Dew, which sounded like a Work Sativa candidate, so I picked up an eighth from Sunnyside Champaign to review.
As medical marijuana gains acceptance in mainstream medicine, patients and healthcare providers need to be well-informed about the various strains available and their unique effects on the body. Sativa Strains : Recognized for their invigorating and uplifting effects, sativa strains are better suited for daytime use.
True Terpenes write… They say it’s hard to teach an old dog new tricks; for the cannabis industry, it’s proving to be next to impossible to get producers and consumers alike to move away from the age-old dichotomy of indica vs. sativa. The Origins of the Cannabis Classifications Binary.
Various natural compounds found in the cannabis plant, called cannabinoids and terpenes, may help alleviate these symptoms quite effectively for some people. In that spirit, this blog will help you understand the difference between terpenes and cannabinoids. What Are Terpenes? What’s in a Bud?
Researchers from Israel’s Weizmann Institute recently reported that they found cannabigerolic acid (CBGA) and other rare cannabinoids in Helichrysum umbraculigerum, a perennial shrub informally known as the woolly umbrella. Bioactive prenylogous cannabinoid from fiber hemp (Cannabis sativa). umbraculigerum. Fitoterapia , 123 , 13–17.
All of these strains are more sativa dominant as indica strains are generally more likely to produce a body high that could potentially keep you locked on the couch. 17%THC, 65% Sativa). Main terpenes – Alpha- Pinene , Humulene, Ocimene. A great daytime sativa, Green Crack is our number one choice for productivity.
Nimbus Snacks is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Durban Mints and GSC. Terpenes were 3.56% of the total weight with terpinolene, β-caryophyllene, and β-myrcene being the heaviest. Nimbus Snacks was a slow-building sativa with a wide-open energized headspace setting in almost ten minutes after finishing a bowl.
For us at Illinois News Joint that means citrus-heavy sativa genetics, and we are always on the hunt for more. Terpenes were 11.7% The top layer of terpene-heavy oil had a light viscosity, flowing off my tool in a slow drip but the body of the badder beneath had a dense cake batter texture. Lemon Durban is a cross of FoCo (Ft.
Why Terpenes Are Vital To Your Cannabinoid Therapy. An intro to terpenes and how they work in hemp and cannabis. So were back with one of the most important subjects you should arm yourself with: terpenes. Remember…were here to make you a more informed consumer, right? Indica vs Sativa vs Hybrid.
Strains recommended for the treatment of diarrhea are the Sativa-dominant Jean Guy , which reduces cramping while boosting its users’ energy levels. A second option available for treating pain is the Sativa-dominant hybrid Harlequin. Its effects are like drinking a strong coffee but without any ill effects on your stomach.”.
If you’ve done any reading about medical marijuana, cannabis in general, or used medical cannabis, you’ve likely heard about Green Sativa but you may not have a clue what it means or what it’s all about. While the color is green, that isn’t why it’s called Green Sativa. What is Sativa vs Indica? Don’t feel bad.
When I noticed Raspberry Shortcake as one of the cultivator’s entries in the High Times Sativa Flower Cannabis Cup , I couldn’t help but wonder how the release balanced sweet berry and that classic doughy tone. Raspberry Shortcake is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Raspberry Bellini and Slapz.
Not only did the name promise a citrus-heavy profile, the genetics leaned toward the sativa side of the spectrum. Orange Mojito is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Orange Cookies and SinMint Cookies. Listed terpenes were β-caryophyllene at 0.63%, limonene at 0.47%, and β-myrcene at 0.23%.
Today, stoners not only have favorite cultivars but also favorite terpenes, and mine is hands down, terpinolene. Electric Lemonade is a sativa leaning hybrid cross of (3rd Coast Panama Chunk x Amnesia Sour Diesel) and Pink Lemonade. Terpenes were a generous 14.87% with terpinolene, limonene, β-Myrcene, and α-Pinene being the heaviest.
I’ve been eyeing Nature’s Grace and Wellness’ Twenty Twenty brand for quite a while now and but not able to sampled the flower until after picking up the sativa judging kit, which included the Twenty Twenty’s sole contender for sativa flower, Wonka Bars. Even with the high energy level, I remained calm and collected for the duration.
Gelonade is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Lemon Tree and Gelato #41. The indicated terpenes were β-caryophyllene, β-myrcene, α-pinene, and α-humulene. This combination of euphoric physical sensations accompanied by a wide awareness and sharp focus worked well as a Work Sativa.
I recently sampled a gram of the Wildfred Root Beer MAC, as part of the sativa flower Illinois High Times Magazine People’s Choice Cannabis Cup kit, picked up from Rise Mundelein. Root Beer MAC is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of MAC #11 and Root Beer, originally bred by Mosca Seeds. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.
Good terpene profile. A good cannabis product will have a well-rounded terpene profile. This means that the product will contain all of the different types of terpenes that are found in cannabis plants. For custom stand up pouches , look for products that have a good terpene profile. Level of THC. Pesticide-Free.
Tangy citrus sativas are a bit of a focus point for the team here at Illinois News Joint. Rythm Grapefruit Sour Diesel fits the bill by name, so I picked up a sample at Rise Effingham to see if it fit our other Work Sativa review series criteria. Grapefruit Sour Diesel is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Grapefruit and Sour Diesel.
Blue Dream is sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Blueberry and Super Silver Haze. Primary terpenes included 0.831% β-mercene, 0.466% α-pinene, 0.208% limonene, and 0.194% β-caryophyllene, which helped reach total terpenes of 1.699%. Blue Dream kept me motivated and focused on my tasks, which of course fit our Work Sativa series.
Don Shula from nuEra , which has been featured at multiple events and is the label’s sole entry in the High Times Cannabis Cup Sativa Flower category, is a perfect example. Indicated terpenes were limonene at 0.92%, b-myrcene at 0.44%, b-caryophyllene at 0.37%, and a-humulene at 0.2%, and 1.93% total cannabinoids.
Smokiez labels the Blue Raspberry as indica and the Tropical Fruit as sativa, but the effects were very similar. 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.
As a reviewer, I want to sample as many Illinois products and brands as possible, and this year’s High Times Sativa Flower Cannabis Cup Kit included 16 labels, a few of which I had not yet tried. From the Sativa Flower kit, I pulled the 3D strain for my first Seed & Strain review.
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. Jet Fuel is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of High Country Diesel and Aspen OG. This batch of flower tested at 1.1%
Acapulco Gold is a sativa-leaning hybrid strain. Terpenes were 1.556% of the total weight with terpinolene, β-caryophyllene, eucalyptol, and β-myrcene being the heaviest. All information presented here is not meant as a substitute for or alternative to information from healthcare practitioners.
The indicated terpenes were myrcene at 1.79%, caryophyllene at 0.35%, and ocimene at 0.35%. Northern Lights Haze was a sativa boost that stopped just short of becoming racy or unfocused. The complex flavor profile and Work Sativa buzz made this a good fit for me, and I’m excited to see what else the label does with this classic sativa.
The most significant leap in cannabis assessment has undoubtedly been the advent and elevation of the terpene panel. 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.
Cannabis cultivars that are particularly favorable for motivating work are so important to us here at Illinois News Joint that Work Sativa has its own review series. Space Donkey is a sativa leaning hybrid cross of Frost Donkey and Alien Rock Candy developed in-house by Revolution’s own genetics team. ILNJJ photos.
Red Headed Stranger is a sativa-dominant hybrid cross of Tom Hill’s Haze and Williams Wonder. The indicated terpenes were β-myrcene, α-pinene, limonene, β-caryophyllene, and ocimene. Red Headed Stranger was a true sativa experience. Prospect Revolution Cannabis’s live resin vape cart offering of Red Headed Stranger to review.
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. Orange Soda is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Jilly Bean and Chem D.
Picked up at Verilife River North , this disposable vape is a distillate with blended terpenes based on the sativa leaning Peaches and Cream strain thought to be a phenotype of Skunk #1. This disposable tested at 84.71% THC and 1.57% terpenes. The vape was a standard basic disposable. ILNJ photos.
The ingredients are tapioca syrup, cane sugar, water, gelatin, agar, locust bean gum, carnauba wax, citric acid, natural flavor, natural color, VESIsorbNanotech, cannabis oil, and natural hybrid terpenes. For more information on News Joint Bar Service, visit here. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.
Bear Dance is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Pure Kush and Uzbekistan Hashplant and Snow Cap. The indicated terpenes were terpinolene, β-caryophyllene, ocimene, β-myrcene, and limonene. My mood was lighthearted but not so silly that I couldn’t sit down for some deep work, which can be an issue for me with energizing sativa.
It’s great to have a sativa on hand when I’m looking to get things done, but obviously, not every sativa has the same effect. Hazelnut Cream is a sativa-dominant hybrid cross of Miami Haze and Cookies and Cream. Hazelnut Cream is a sativa-dominant hybrid cross of Miami Haze and Cookies and Cream. This batch tested at 22.6%
One Work Sativa strain I would love to grow in my tent is Ghost Train Haze, but I’ve never stumbled across an original Ghost Train Haze clone or seeds. First bred by Rare Dankness , Ghost Train Haze is a sativa cross of Ghost OG and Neville’s Wreck. The efficacy of these products has not been confirmed by FDA-approved research.
White Grapefruit Cookies from Seed & Strain , as part of the Sativa Flower Kit, is one of those cultivars. White Grapefruit Cookies is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Lemonberry and Tropicanna Cookies. The indicated terpenes were β-myrcene, β-caryophyllene, and eucalyptol. THCa, and 40.01% total cannabinoids.
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. The indicated terpenes were terpinolene at 1.31%, eucalyptol at 0.43%, and β-myrcene at 0.24%.
We organize all of the trending information in your field so you don't have to. Join 14,000+ users and stay up to date on the latest articles your peers are reading.
You know about us, now we want to get to know you!
Let's personalize your content
Let's get even more personalized
We recognize your account from another site in our network, please click 'Send Email' below to continue with verifying your account and setting a password.
Let's personalize your content