The FDA has not approved marijuana to treat, cure, or prevent any disease. There are health risks associated with the consumption of marijuana. Marijuana has intoxicating effects that may cause impairment of concentration, coordination, and judgment and may be habit-forming and addictive. It is illegal to drive a motor vehicle while under the influence of marijuana. Do not operate machinery under its influence. Keep out of reach of children. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not use marijuana due to potential harm. Please consume responsibly. AR, MI, MD: Medical marijuana is for use only by a qualifying patient. AK, ME, MI, NV, OR, WA: For use only by adults 21 years of age and older. MI: National Poison Control Center 1-800-222-1222.
When it comes to weed, there’s a strain for damn near everything, and sometimes choosing one is just confusing. First, you have to decide if you prefer indicas, sativas, or hybrids, then you have to figure out how you want to enjoy it by choosing
a concentrate, tincture, pod, or actual flower. Ultimately, your decision should
be based on your desired effects. As a content creator and writer for all things cannabis, I’ve learned a thing or two about this miracle plant, including that different strains do their thing best in different situations. Each one delivers a unique response, which is why shopping for your strain and knowing which THC dosage works best for you is essential. Whether you’re feeling introspective, exhausted,
or just missing the tropical taste of Tangie, there’s a strain for every kind of ganja enthusiast looking to catch a vibe.
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By Sarah Michel
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Okay, I know this sounds super ironic, but Chaos Kush is the premier pre-roll for the calm soul — hear me out. When I tried this indica-dominant hybrid, I felt nothing but calm, as I do with most kush strains; however, this was different. Between its convenience and the aromatic hints of lemon, this pre-roll promotes my internal peace. Plus, this is a strain that’ll make you appreciate your couch.
The Calm Soul
Strane’s Chaos Kush Pre-Roll
The Heartbroken
Strane’s LA Confidential Distillate Oil Cartridge
Rolling up is a process one may not always have time
or opportunity for, and heartbreak waits for no one. When I need that immediate comfort that hugs me the same way a tightly rolled joint would, I sometimes go
for a distillate oil cartridge. Concentrates like these are products extracted and processed from marijuana plants, and distillates carry the highest THC of them all. Layman's terms: they get the job done, and for me in moments of heartache, that job is mustering the appetite to binge a show while eating popcorn. Don’t
let the name fool you; there are no secrets when it comes to Strane’s LA Confidential. I can’t say the same about my last relationship.
The Newbie
Strane’s Salmon River OG Pax Pod
Consumers have to start somewhere, so why not with an indica-dominant strain that’s also kinda spicy? (Make sure to check out the terpene profile of each strain to choose one with a flavor and scent you like.) Despite what television tells us, two puffs doesn’t magically turn you into a mindless couch potato, munching on every snack you see in sight. In its flower form, Salmon River is beautiful with dark green and purple hues. As
a Pax Pod, this Strane cartridge is a vaporized dance partner, karaoke buddy, and good for cuddles at night, as its effects made me feel relaxed more than anything. The calm I felt curbed any reservations I had about trying a new method of consumption. Also, its compact design made dosing easier, so it’s a good option for first timers.
The Creative
Strane’s Mac & Cheese Flower
Like I mentioned, rolling up is a process, just like creativity. So I happen to do my best thinking when
I break out loose flower. There’s something about grinding it, then folding papers in half, sprinkling on that magic dank dust, and sealing it with a lick that is so satisfying, and brings me clarity. When I add Strane’s Mac and Cheese flower to the mix, I have a recipe for getting -ish done. This hybrid delivered me uplifting effects, which allowed me to roll up and out my next idea for an article. Writer’s block, who?
The Restless
Strane’s Critical Jack Oil Cartridge
Boredom, impatience, dissatisfaction — these are all feelings that hitch themselves to restlessness, causing my mind to go into overdrive, especially when I'm supposed to be getting to bed. Indicas are generally used for chilling out, but some sativas can also carry calming, focusing energy. Enter: Strane’s Critical Jack Oil Cartridge. As part of my evening-to-night routine, I hit the cartridge to help me focus on a single task and knock something pressing off my to-do list before getting into bed. Thanks to my pine-smelling helper, I’m typically mellowed enough to sleep sans restlessness by the time I get there.
Editor: Christie Rotondo; Photographer: Matthew Zach; Associate Creative Director: Colleen Lennon;
Prop Stylist: Catherine Pearson; Producer: Cassie Doyle; Production Coordinator: Hannah Lee
Sarah Michel is a cannabis content creator, writer, and founder of Canna Culture Connect. She also is a story producer on Group Nine’s Brandshop.
Put Down the Booze
and Entertain With
Edibles Instead
The FDA has not approved marijuana to treat, cure, or prevent any disease. There are health risks associated with the consumption of marijuana. Marijuana has intoxicating effects that may cause impairment of concentration, coordination, and judgment and may be habit-forming and addictive. It is illegal to drive a motor vehicle while under the influence of marijuana. Do not operate machinery under its influence. Keep out of reach of children. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not use marijuana due to potential harm. Please consume responsibly. AR, MI, MD: Medical marijuana is for use only by a qualifying patient. AK, ME, MI, NV, OR, WA: For use only by adults 21 years of age and older. MI: National Poison Control Center 1-800-222-1222.
EDITOR Christie Rotondo
PHOTOGRAPHER Matthew Zach
ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR Colleen Lennon
PROP STYLIST Catherine Pearson
PRODUCER Cassie Doyle
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR Hannah Lee
By Sarah Michel
