Illinois News Joint

MARCH 5, 2025

Im a fan of Ethos Genetics , having grown a few of the breeders strains myself, so when I recently had the chance, I picked up to review an eighth of White Wedding RBX, an Ethos creation, grown by the team at Legacy. Terpenes were 1.21% of the total weight with limonene, linalool, -myrcene, and -caryophyllene.

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Veriheal

DECEMBER 11, 2023

This month, I tried one of the most iconic sativa strains out there: the powerful Durban Poison. Here’s what I thought of the strain. It has also gained quite a reputation for being one of the strongest sativa strains on the market. The strain’s most prominent terpene Terpinolene normally has a fruity, floral essence.

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

APRIL 27, 2021

If you are one of those recreational users that is curious about the cannabis strains that were previously only available to medical marijuana cardholders, this post is for you! What Makes A Cannabis Strain Quality or Top Shelf? There are many elements that affect whether a cannabis strain is considered top-shelf.

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Canna Care Docs

OCTOBER 15, 2021

When discussing the effects and characteristics of different cannabis strains, we often refer to cannabinoids , or the percentages of THC, CBD and other cannabinoids they contain. But there is another lesser-known compound that has an important role in the aromas, flavors and effects produced by the cannabis plant: terpenes.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Interest in cannabis terpenes is ever-increasing as consumers and researchers seek to understand the compounds behind the aromatic smells and their benefits. Most people are already familiar with the terpenes known as myrcene, pinene, limonene, linalool, humulene, and caryophyllene. Explore These Lesser Known Terpenes.

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

One of the questions I’ve been asked the most since founding Illinois News Joint is, “What is your favorite strain?” One answer involved having favorite effects ( Work Sativa ) instead of a favorite strain, and the other answer was that I enjoy the most having a variety of strains at my disposal. What’s yours?

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Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Seed & Strain from Columbia Care had been one of those brands that had eluded me, until now. From the Sativa Flower kit, I pulled the 3D strain for my first Seed & Strain review. The listed terpenes were β-myrcene at 1.05%, eucalyptol at 0.49%, and valencene at 0.09%. Individual experiences can be varied.

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Marijuana Seeds NL

JULY 7, 2021

It’s almost 710, AKA OIL day which means the cannabis community is celebrating what some strains do better than others - produce high levels of resin. That’s why we’ve put together the top 10 best strains for making extracts and concentrates, to ring in this year’s 710 days with the most sticky-icky and tastiest buds. . OG Kush

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

These days cannabis consumers have a lot of variety when choosing what cannabis strain they want to purchase. There are rare cannabis strains and more common cannabis strains, like with any other product. There are some standard and readily available favorites regarding cannabis strains.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 13, 2025

Im a sucker for a great strain name. The indicated terpenes were -caryophyllene, limonene, linalool, -Myrcene, and -humulene. A layer of solidly milky trichomes reached out from beneath hairs, glittering in direct light ,while remnants of lime-green sugar leaf added even more visual contrast.

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FloridaMarijuana.net

MAY 17, 2019

In April, Trulieve announced that it signed an agreement with California-based Blue River Extracts & Terpenes™ (“Blue River™”) to bring their award-winning terpene extracts and other trademark branded products to Trulieve locations. The rosin is available in Indica, Hybrid or Sativa strains.

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The Herb Collective

MARCH 3, 2021

Every bud looks different, with some flowers deemed more attractive or quality than others, but one thing they all have in common is trichomes! Trichomes are what make your bud give off that sticky feeling when you touch them. They may be microscopic, but there is a lot to learn about trichomes and why they exist on cannabis.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The first “good weed” I ever tried was Strawberry Cough, and I’m consistently confused by the lack of genetics on the Illinois market with this classic terpene profile. The Botanist is filling this gap with Strawberry Bubbles #5, one of the new strains dropping as part of the label’s rebrand.

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 16, 2023

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.

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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.

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The Herb Collective

DECEMBER 21, 2021

The crystals growing off of your cannabis plants are trichomes. Some would say that they smoke cannabis just for the trichomes! So let’s dive deep into cannabis trichomes. What Are Trichomes? Trichomes on cannabis are resinous glands that cover buds and leaves, although most are invisible to the naked eye.

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StrainConnect

APRIL 23, 2019

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. Youve probably heard of hemp or cannabis as being differentiated by its "strain." First, A Vocab Lesson.

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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. What Is Blue Dream?

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The Herb Collective

JULY 8, 2021

One of the most important things to learn about cannabis is the terpenes. You may have heard about terpenes before, in connection with THC or CBD products. We’re here to give you all the information you need to know about terpenes and the role they play in quality & the cannabis planting process. What are Cannabis Terpenes?

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 21, 2024

Blue Dream was the first strain name I learned and asked for (but rarely found) because I preferred its effects to everything else I’d been smoking. Even though I had not smoked Blue Dream in more than a decade, legalization in Illinois has now made finding the strain as easy as stopping in nuEra Urbana for an eighth of Blue Dream by nuEra.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Even cannabis strains are not equally the same. That’s because it’s not so much about the name of the strain but rather more about the experience level of the person growing it and the starting genetics. Luckily for us, there are a multitude of different varieties or strains of cannabis. Trichome Coverage.

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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. Terpenes were 1.3% I stopped into nuEra Champaign and picked up an eighth to sample.

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The Cannigma

APRIL 12, 2021

The heat and pressure extracts a sap-like substance loaded with cannabinoids and terpenes straight out of the hash or the flower’s trichomes. While potent cannabis flower strains can hover around 20%-25% THC, High Times reported in 2016 that rosin entries in its Cannabis Cup competitions averaged a THC content of 76%.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 8, 2024

Great growers know each strain has its own special needs and desires required to create the best expression possible. NEZ has focused on only four strains for the brand’s initial release. The top indicated terpenes are limonene, β-caryophyllene, and linalool. More attention means better quality.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 31, 2023

While Revolution’s genetic library boasts a large variety of experiences, in my mind, Revolution is always associated with the creamy doughy flavor perfected in strains, such as Cookie Crasher. The indicated terpenes were β-caryophyllene, limonene, α-humulene, linalool, and β-myrcene.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 22, 2024

Over the past year, I’ve discovered more new strains boasting cherry flavors than ever before. Terpenes were 2.08% of the total weight. The trichomes were well developed and starting the transition from milky to amber. It seems Cherry’s time has finally come. This batch of flower tested at 1.81% THC, 19.2%

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 18, 2023

While I’ve become firmly planted in my belief that cannabis is an extremely complex plant and the real secrets to the effects go far beyond simply terpenes and cannabinoids, I’m still fascinated by the consumer fixation with THC. That’s why I still get a kick when we get to add a strain to our “Thirty % Plus” review series.

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The Cannigma

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

The dry rice particles will dry with the sticky trichomes. That sticky stuff causing your pieces to stick together are the trichomes from the plant, where a majority of the cannabinoids and terpenes are stored. Extract the trichomes immediately after bringing your grinder out of the freezer. But you may want to save it!

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The indicated terpenes were terpinolene at 1.31%, eucalyptol at 0.43%, and β-myrcene at 0.24%. ILNJ photo A singular large pointed flower carried undertones of bright turf green, supporting outreaching fire orange hairs and a layer of trichomes that had just turned milky. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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The Cannigma

MAY 6, 2022

These remnants often contain plenty of trichomes , which is where cannabinoids and terpenes are produced and stored. However, shake is generally not as potent in overall THC or terpenes than whole cannabis flower. Finally, strain and transfer to a dropper bottle. Where to find shake weed. Consider it a hybrid grab bag.”

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LifeCannMD

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Strains of marijuana are often varied due to distinctions in flavor and scent. . About 140 of these belong to a large class of aromatic organic hydrocarbons known as terpenes (pronounced tur-peens) also known as “terps.” This elicits certain responses depending on strain type. Myrcene is the most abundant of terpenes.

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Thompson to David Foster Wallace, Acapulco Gold is undoubtedly a legendary well-known strain. 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. For more Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 23, 2023

Working as a front-line worker in this industry, I (along with my co-workers) was confused about the strains because I thought it was just rebranding. The Terpene profile is 0.60% β-myrcene, 0.45%, α-caryophyllene, 0.33% limonene, 0.06% α-humulene. This batch of Lilac Cookies tested at 24.87%THCa,

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MMJ Recs

JUNE 29, 2024

When cannabis is improperly stored, these elements can lead to the breakdown of cannabinoids and terpenes, compromising its potency and efficacy. Remember to handle your cannabis with care to avoid damaging the delicate trichomes, which contain the cannabinoids and terpenes responsible for their therapeutic effects.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 25, 2024

When I review a new batch of releases, I’m usually met with a flood of follow-up recommendations from readers for strains from the same collection. True to the hybrid nature of the strain, my energy levels remained unchanged throughout the experience, and combined with the mood boost, this made Johnny Apple Seed a great anytime strain.

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 28, 2023

One of my favorite features about Revolution Cannabis’ recent collaboration with Cookies has been the unique strains combining great genetics from both brands’ lineups. Georgia Collider is such a strain, released under Revolution’s Tales & Travels brand, so I picked up a sample from Enlightened Mount Prospect to review.

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Illinois News Joint

JULY 29, 2023

Something about the unique tangy terpene works for my needs, so it’s easy to see why I love strains suck as Durban Poison and Jack Herer that are heavy in the terp. I’m always intrigued when I see new strains based on these personal favorites, which was what drew me to Rythm’s OG Kush Breath, a descendant of Durban Poison.

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