Cannabis is one of the most genetically diverse plants on earth. That diversity on the genetic level translates to a fantastic array of buds with dramatically different colors, aromas, shapes, and psychoactive effects. Nothing’s worse than listening to a five-minute monologue from a budtender about some specific strain, only to have it turn out to be mediocre, so I’ve selected the following recommendations after talking to growers, retailers, and friends about their favorites—and trying them myself.
They are all fairly strong, not necessarily in the amount of THC listed on the package, but in their overall effect. I like strong weed. Also, pay attention to garden names. One farm’s Maui Wowie is not likely to be the same as another farm’s Maui Wowie. Even if the genes were identical, the actual buds would be modified by each farm’s growing and curing processes. When you’re looking for good weed, knowing which farms you trust is more helpful than knowing the names of strains you like.
