As part of changing the stigma of working while high, we have collected several top high-energy sativa strains that deliver a strong but focused and motivated cerebral buzz. The purpose of this “Work Sativa” series is to showcase sativa strains that allow readers the opportunity to be highly productive during the workday without the heavy evening crash.
Review: Mecha Chem Diesel Terp Sugar by Dabstract
One of the benefits of Dabtract’s synergy with Bedford Grow is the ability to tap into a long list of recognizable strains, such as Mecha Chem Diesel. I recently stopped at Consume Marion and picked up a gram of Mecha … Continue reading →
Review: Black Velvet by Kaviar
It’s been a while since we added to our “Work Sativa” and “30%+ THC” review series, so I was surprised to find a strain that fit both categories. Black Velvet from Kaviar is an old-school sativa with sky-high test numbers. … Continue reading →
Bruce Banner by Dark Horse Genetics (Part 1)
When it comes to reviewing strains, I often stick to the belief that classics are classic for a reason. The same goes for selecting strains to grow. Since we have an affinity for Work Sativa at Illinois News Joint, it’s … Continue reading →
News Joint Grow Journal 50: Maracuya by Homegrown Cannabis Co.
After a short break, I’m back with News Joint Grow Journal 7.0. For my 50th entry, I grew four more Work Sativa strains, including Maracuya by Homegrown Cannabis Co. Maracuya is a sativa-leaning cross of Sweet Pink Grapefruit and Orange … Continue reading →
Review: Orange Mojito by The Botanist
While we love all types of effects and flavors of cannabis here at Illinois News Joint, we cannot deny the special place we have for energetic citrus-heavy strains. The Botanist caught my attention with its recently released Orange Mojito. Not … Continue reading →
Review: Blue Dream by nuEra
Almost two decades ago, I knew nothing about cannabis genetics other than experiencing two types of effects: one with creative, motivation, uplifting, euphoric cerebral highs and one with thought-numbing sedation that made me feel unmotivated, dumb, and lazy. Blue Dream … Continue reading →
News Joint Grow Journal 47: Golden PuTang by Mass Medical Strains
I’m back with the fourth and last strain for News Joint Grow Journal 6.0. Golden PuTang is a sativa-leaning collaboration of Golden Pineapple (C99 and White Widow) by Green Bodhi and PuTang by Mass Medical Strains. Because of my love … Continue reading →
Review: Gelonade by 93 Boyz
93 Boyz has tapped into big name strains such as Jet Fuel and Gary Payton for its genetic library, so it’s no surprise to see the label putting out a cut of Gelonade. Gelonade has already made a name for … Continue reading →
Homegrown Review: Cappuccino x Trainwreck by John Grow #29
The more time medical patients spend growing their own medicine, it seems, the more likely they’ll eventually breed their own plants. John Grow #14 is back with another strain he created specifically for his own medical needs. It’s a sativa … Continue reading →
Review: Bloom Ztrawberriez #12 by The Botanist
I mentioned my love of strawberry aroma and flavors in cannabis and my desire to see more of the profile on the market in my recent review of Strawberry Bubbles. Thankfully, The Botanist has more than one “strawberry strain” in … Continue reading →