Cannabis Corner: California Dreamin’

While many Californians are still soaking up the sun, getting full use out of their fans and AC units, the holiday season is surely upon us even though it might not look, or feel, like it. The California cannabis market has a plethora of goodies that are perfect for whatever kind of celebration you’re embracing in the Golden State this year!

Dr. Greenthumb’s Insane Flower Line

The legendary hip-hop artist B Real, of Cypress Hill fame, and owner of Dr. Greenthumb’s dispensaries, is introducing a new line, Insane, featuring carefully curated strains that act as a testament to the rapper’s commitment to the very best cannabis strains. I tried the Holland Space Cake, and after I rolled the ground-up flower into a joint and lit up, I immediately took a mental note of the sweet flavor, shortly after settling into a state of bliss as my joint slowly vanished—not too sleepy or heavy, rather, the perfect evening-time smoke. If this is what we can expect from the rest of Insane’s strains, then sign me up.

Baker’s Infused Kief and Oil Pre-rolls

Baker’s infused pre-rolls now come in convenient packs of three, .8 gram joints, coated with terpene-infused distillate and THC-rich kief that greets the user’s eyes as the package is opened. The flavor was great, each joint burned impeccably, and each strain was very true to its lineage—Peach Ozz’s sativa lean kept me motivated and energized through the day, while King’s Cake was a great hybrid that I feel I could flexibly use to fit my own day and needs. Great to share with friends, or as a little holiday treat for yourself!

Kanha Sugarplum Gummies

Who doesn’t love a quality, infused gummy AND a festive spin? Visions of sugarplums surely danced in my head after eating Kanha’s seasonal offering, with the usual, fast-acting effects one can expect from Kanha products. From what I can tell, Kanha nails the flavor, which I can only describe as a mix of darker berries with a hint of nutty sweetness. An hour after eating a couple of these, I was surely ready to cozy up to a fireplace or a classic holiday film. They’re a must-have for Californians looking to celebrate the season with a toasty treat!

Glass House F/ELD Extracts Live Resin/Diamond-infused Pre-rolls

Glass House Farms have created a stellar line of pre-rolls with their family brand, F/ELD Extracts, resulting in a jam-packed smoking experience. The five-packs of joints contain no distillate, refinement, CRC processing, or added terpenes, but the live resin and diamond infusion surely packs a punch. If the flavor doesn’t grab you (the Papaya Tarts was incredibly tasty and true to the name), then the potency sure will. 

Jetty Solventless Hash Infused Pre-rolls

Flower lovers can still enjoy Jetty’s solventless hash without using a vape pen. Their cold water hash pre-rolls are great for any smoker who wants a little extra kick. The flavor, like with the cartridges, was a highlight as well. Some infused prerolls feel a little too heavy, but Jetty’s infused prerolls smoked smoothly, the hash flavor complementing the flower’s flavor without being too overbearing.

Jetty 1g Solventless Cartridges

Jetty just rolled out their one-gram solventless cartridges, offering a stellar terpene profile that highlights their top-of-the-line extraction methods. Jetty’s extraction methods help to remove impurities that contribute to flavor degradation, and the method also boosts potency. The flavor was immediately noticeable (as was the 84 percent THC). A must for vape pen users who don’t want to ignore flavor and quality.

Vibes Fine Rolling Papers: The Cali

VIBES is a joint venture (in more ways than one) between Greenlane and Berner, an influential rapper and the CEO and founder of Cookies. The Cali embraces a larger diameter and offering three different sizes—one gram, two grams, and three grams. I couldn’t help but think how useful the larger optionswould have been during parties in the past or events coming up. I absolutely had to split the three-gram J into a two-part session for my solo enjoyment (and felt fully like a cartoon character puffing on the comically thick joint), but I was impressed with how evenly each Cali burned. Even better, these are available nationwide and online at Greenlane.com!

2-in-1 Perfecto Infused Preroll

Perfect has reintroduced their 2-in-1 Perfecto pre-rolls: double-sided, .75-gram pre-rolls made to cut to size to save for later or split with a buddy. The company offers three tailored experiences, with Nightcap, Happy Camper, and Pick Me Up selections. Perfect surely knows their stuff: Each blend delivered its promised effect, though none were overbearing (i.e. I wasn’t immediately passing out with the Nightcap or bouncing off the walls with Pick Me Up). As someone who often takes a halftime break with infused joints to begin with, I appreciated the option to come back to a second half later on. It’s also a great option for a date or gift for a loved one.

Platinum’s Pina De Los Muertos 

Spooky season may be over, but it’s never too late to honor the dead. Platinum’s Pina De Los Muertos is a great way to do so and still keep the holiday cheer goin. This tropical flavor with a hint of spice pays tribute to the Mexican snack of spiced fruit, and the unique flavor and 10mg dosing is all you need to have a really great holiday season while staying connected to those who came before you. If you prefer to snack instead of spark up, don’t miss this treat.

Eyce Oraflex Pipes

I’ll admit, I didn’t have any glass in my possession upon receiving the Eyce Oraflex pieces, not because I don’t enjoy it, but because I’m clumsy (and I’ve broken all of it). For people like me, these pipes are perfect, made from two layers of platinum-cured silicone. There are also 20 variations of hand-painted colors and designs, and until you actually handle the pieces, you wouldn’t even know they aren’t made of glass. It’s a perfect gift for a cannabis consumer who can’t be trusted around glass or anyone looking for a unique and fun piece!

DaVinci IQ2 Vaporizer

While the convenience of vape pens and cartridges are always welcome for anyone on the go, the DaVinci IQ2 vaporizer takes things a step further, offering the ability to vaporize dry herb and concentrate, precision temperature settings, a rechargeable battery, and portability. The DaVinci also allows for adjustments that promote cooler vapor, even settings that can customize the airflow and report stats, like vape dose per draw and per session. It’s a completely customizable, convenient experience that smokers far and wide will surely enjoy.