So, what's next? That’s the BIG question, and trust me, it’s not about to get answered by some corporate lawyer in a suit. No. This is Connecticut. And here, we’re about to roll up into a future full of unexpected turns, stony conversations, and a hell of a lot of weed.Let’s talk about it: 2024. You’ve had dispensaries popping up like Starbucks, and the black market still … [Read more...] about The Future of Cannabis in Connecticut: A New Vision of Reefer Madness
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Lexican Review (Lemon Skunk)
LEMONS! Lemons! lemons... That’s all I can smell or taste with this one. This Connecticut Pharmaceutical Solutions masterpiece, Lexican—also known as Lemon Skunk—boasts a citrusy punch, with limonene at 0.12% and linalool at 0.33%. It's certainly a testament to cannabis craftsmanship. I have to admit, they did a really nice job with this strain, and I found it to be quite … [Read more...] about Lexican Review (Lemon Skunk)
Colorado Flo Review
This round… I reached out into the cannabis universe with hopes of a brain booster. I was looking for a real “pick me up”. The menu at my local dispensary had Colorado Flo on the menu. I’ve had it in the past and always enjoyed the flavor of this flower. The aroma was slightly fuely. It didn’t seem as pungent as some of the flowers I had experienced in the past, but maybe my … [Read more...] about Colorado Flo Review
White Durban Review
The weekend was looming, and I needed something to keep me energized. There were errands to run, supplies to gather, and people to deal with. I had to stay baked out of my mind, yet alert and on my game. There were things to buy I didn’t care for and conversations to have with people better left ignored. I needed to melt, but I had to keep my head straight, or I’d be devoured … [Read more...] about White Durban Review
The Highs & Lows Of Connecticut’s Cannabis Market: A JohnsJoints Perspective
Welcome to the wild, wild world of Connecticut’s weed market, where the numbers are as high as the customers, and the controversies are as sticky as the buds. In a state where the green rush is in full swing, recreational weed sales are soaring like a stoner’s imagination.According to the latest reports, Connecticut’s weed market is booming. Recreational sales are leading the … [Read more...] about The Highs & Lows Of Connecticut’s Cannabis Market: A JohnsJoints Perspective
Creating A Thriving Market: The Case For Reasonable Regulations
I recently stumbled upon an article about Norwalk’s latest attempt to rein in the wild west of vape/smoke shops. The local leaders, in their infinite wisdom, are scrambling to slap down regulations faster than a blackjack dealer at The Mohegan Sun. The goal? To curb illegal weed sales that have turned these shops into modern-day speakeasies.But let’s cut through the … [Read more...] about Creating A Thriving Market: The Case For Reasonable Regulations
Dispensary Diversity: Why Ownership Shouldn’t Sway Your Choice
Imagine this: You walk into a dispensary, the air thick with the scent of cannabis, the walls lined with the green promise of euphoria and relief. But instead of being greeted with the cool weed aficionado, you’re bombarded with the owners’ identity. It’s as if they’re trying to sell you on their social status, their struggle, their carefully curated backstory. And while I’m … [Read more...] about Dispensary Diversity: Why Ownership Shouldn’t Sway Your Choice
Good Vibes at Bohemian High: A Dabbin-Dad Chronicle
Ah, Good Vibes at Bohemian High—a festival that exists at the intersection of euphoria and anarchy, a place where the spirit of freedom dances wildly with the ghosts of Woodstock. Live bands shredded the summer air, each riff and beat blending into a psychedelic symphony that could make even the most stoic of souls sway to the rhythm of liberation.But the real gem, the … [Read more...] about Good Vibes at Bohemian High: A Dabbin-Dad Chronicle
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The Downward Spiral – Connecticut Cannabis Sales Drop
The high peaked in December, with a staggering $27.5 million ringing in the cash registers. The sound of success was deafening. But since then, it’s been a downhill ride, with sales dropping 13 percent. The euphoria has faded, and the cravings have kicked in. The high has worn off, and the reality of the market has set in.Recreational sales, once the shining star, took a slight … [Read more...] about The Downward Spiral – Connecticut Cannabis Sales Drop