One of my favorite aspects of the Illinois cannabis industry is watching craft producers come online and continue to grow. Take Kaviar for example. Every time I check the menu, I see new Kaviar strains. I recently spotted WEPA at … Continue reading →
While it’s great to develop a list of tried and true strains that work for you, the real adventure of modern cannabis is constantly sampling new genetics that may provide new flavors and experiences. I’m always looking for new strain … Continue reading →
While I may complain about a lack of infused baked goods at Illinois dispensaries, there’s no shortage of strains named after baked goods. I recently stopped in at Star Buds Burbank where Kaviar had recently added Biscotti to its lineup. … Continue reading →
“Cake-y” strains have cemented themselves as a mainstay of the modern cannabis menus, and it’s easy to understand why. Pleasing both flavor chasers and the novice consumer with taste experiences outside the classic vegetal-skunky tones of old school cannabis, cake … Continue reading →
As markets develop and consumer tastes change, I often find there are taste profiles that become more difficult to find. Diesel or gas-heavy flavor profiles seem to have befallen this fate in the Illinois market with less cultivators focused on … Continue reading →
The list of cannabis brands to choose from on dispensary menus seems to be expanding by the day, and even we are losing track. So we created Know Your Brand, an educational series to help readers, followers, and consumers learn … Continue reading →
I initially tried Mimosa as part of Missouri’s medical program and was instantly captivated. I was so impressed by the cultivar that I sourced a clone for my own garden. Nowadays, whenever I come across the strain, I pick up … Continue reading →
Apple Fritter is one of those strains that has become so popular in recent years that it seems to be everywhere. Having sampled it in Michigan and Missouri, I wanted to complete the Midwestern trifecta by picking up this well-known … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
As the father of young girls, I’ve become all too familiar with the term “unicorn poop.” It seems to be everywhere these days, from toys and candy to video games and YouTube videos. But despite my extensive exposure to all … Continue reading →
