Illinois News Joint

JULY 20, 2024

One of the easiest ways to prevent other growers from jumping on to your brand’s custom-crossed strains is to literally brand the cultivar with your name. I recently found the strain as a liquid live resin cart at Sunnyside Champaign. Cresco Triangle is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Las Vegas Lemon Skunk and Triangle Kush.

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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. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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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. WEPAs indica label was spot on as the fast-hitting strain induced a fog that overtook my awareness and induced a carefree attitude by the end of my joint. Take Kaviar for example.

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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. ILNJ photos To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

It’s rare that I get to return to a strain, but Kaviar has recently released Blood Moon in both Moonrock and Moondust form. Blood Moon is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of EmergenC and Kush Mints. Blood Moon hit with a fast-acting indica style buzz in both my head and body. For Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 16, 2024

One of my least favorite strains is Purple Punch. cycle, I decided to pop Black Cherry Punch by 34 Mongrels as my one nighttime strain. The effects landed on the indica-leaning hybrid spectrum. As the buzz continued, the head high leaned more indica with less-focused thoughts that accompanied a careless attitude.

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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.

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

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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. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 11, 2024

From events to product names, it’s refreshing to see brands have fun with their businesses. Kaviar is no stranger to playfulness, releasing strains such as Blue Unicorn Poop. Grand Master Sexy is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Scotty 2 Hotty and Oreoz. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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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. Physically, this live resin was tingly and euphoric, never becoming “indica” heavy.

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Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

London Pound Cake has been a personal favorite since I first sampled the strain years ago. I recently discovered BLOOM’s take on the creamy indica in the form of the London Pound Cake Sherbert Surf Disposable. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here. I headed up to Parkway Dispensary and picked up one to sample.

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Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Recently I picked up from Cloud 9 Champaign another strain, Blood Moon, to follow up with. Gradually, the pressure spread outward becoming a warming indica-style muscle relaxation as it built. This low then high effect made the Blood Moon Moonrock more “indica then sativa” buzz than a true middle ground hybrid.

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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.

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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. The name of the strain may be Kush and Cream, but the flavor profile was all cream then kush.

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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. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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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. Smackerz smacked as a hybrid more than an indica, providing a clearheaded come up with a positive mood and a big headspace, allowing for focus and clarity of thought. Delta 9 THC, and 31% THCa.

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Miss Marijuana

MAY 29, 2020

With this in mind, we wanted to explore some of the best cannabis strains for PTSD. The experiences of those suffering from PTSD typically surround the memory of the specific event(s) that caused their trauma in the first place, manifesting itself in the form of disruptive flashbacks or nightmares. Best cannabis strains for PTSD.

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Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 30, 2024

The label continues to add new strains to its portfolio, including Rubber Legs. To celebrate the recent craft market expansion, News Joint Events is set to host more than 30 craft brands at the Illinois Craft Showcase 12-7 p.m. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here. For Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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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. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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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. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

DNA Cake is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Gelato Sorbet and Lava Cake. DNA Cake delivered a classic indica style buzz, slowing my train of thought to a crawl while a slow-moving wave of muscle relaxation followed, working down from my crown to legs. Best fit for the evening, DNA Cake delivered a classic Cake flavor and indica buzz.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 3, 2023

Instead of dropping a single flavor, Revolution Cannabis has dropped an entire line of single-strain rosin infused gummies. Revolutions’ new live rosin infused gummies came in three flavors, each with a different strain specific rosin infusion. The Stoned Pear Indica was the most understated of the three.

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Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 8, 2023

Hunting for the right strains to produce quality hash rosin is more art than science, but one cultivar has become a trusted “washable” strain, GMO. GMO is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Chemdawg and GSC. GMO is known to be a heavy hitting indica and this example is no exception.

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Miss Marijuana

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Although known for its sleep-aiding properties, Cannabis doubles as an energy booster too, with some strains being effective enough to be compared to a cup of coffee. Let’s take a look at strains to consider for those seeking the best cannabis strains for energy. Best Cannabis Strains For Energy . Green Crack.

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

While I usually look to the Bedford Grow catalog for gassy, terpinolene-heavy, sharp flavors, Dabstract has tapped into the label’s deeper cuts to highlight some of the fruitier strains. Grape Sugar Cookies is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Girl Scout Cookies and Purple Haze. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 12, 2024

While I complain about dispensary-menu strain names looking more like bakeries than weed shops, I still enjoy a few dessert-moniker strains. Flan is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Dosidos and Mochi. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here. This batch of flower tested at 0.7%

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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.

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Greencamp

OCTOBER 15, 2018

Acute insomnia is a brief episode of sleeplessness, usually caused by a dramatic event, either positive or negative. Marijuana for Anxiety: 14 CBD Strains That Can Change Your Life. Indica flowers tend to have a really dark-green shade, unlike the sativa strains, which are vibrantly light-green. When to smoke (or vape).

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 18, 2023

By Patsy Marie Whenever a popular strain comes around the Illinois market that I haven’t yet tried, I get excited, especially when it’s a classic strain. As an approximate 60/40% indica-dominant hybrid strain, I’ve noticed amazing pain-relief effects with it. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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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 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.

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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.

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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. At the half-hour mark, heavy waves of weighted-style indica pressure started moving through my body. The tail of the Pastries #34 experience left me tired and relaxed, and I enjoyed the strain most as an end of night buzz.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 6, 2023

Despite the persistent consumer demand for high-testing strains, the supply of high-THC flower on the Illinois market has dwindled significantly. Animal Mint Cake is an indica leaning hybrid cross of GSC and Fire OG. Despite being labeled as an indica, the strain did not leave me feeling lethargic or mentally foggy.

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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. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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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. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 16, 2023

Hood Candyz is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Runtz and Why U Gelly? Hood Candyz was an anytime of day strain, much closer to a hybrid than an indica. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here. As mentioned, a few Illinois cultivators always grab my attention when they drop new genetics.

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