Elevate Delta 8 Flower Review – Enjoyable

I recently had the pleasure of trying the Elevate Delta 8 Flower, specifically the Northern Lights Indica strain, and it was nothing short of a delightful experience. The 7 grams of this fresh, sticky flower not only impressed me with its quality but also offered a unique and enjoyable smoking or vaporizing experience.

Pros:

Solid Taste
Consistent

Cons:

Not that strong

Recommendations: None

Fresh lights of the north

First and foremost, the freshness of the Northern Lights indica strain was immediately apparent. The buds were plump, well-preserved, and emitted a rich aroma that hinted at the potency within. The sticky texture was a testament to the careful cultivation and handling of the flower. It’s clear that Elevate takes great care in delivering a product that stands out in terms of quality.

When it comes to the smoking experience, the Northern Lights strain did not disappoint. The indica dominance was evident in the calming and relaxing effects it delivered. The 7 grams provided a substantial amount for multiple sessions, making it a cost-effective choice for those who appreciate a consistent and reliable product.

However, where the Elevate Delta 8 Flower truly shone was when I decided to use it in a vaporizer. The freshness of the bud became even more pronounced, and the vaporizing process seemed to enhance the flavors and effects. The vapor was smooth, flavorful, and offered a more nuanced experience compared to traditional smoking. This versatility makes the Elevate Delta 8 Flower an excellent choice for individuals who prefer vaporizing or want to explore different consumption methods.

Balanced

What set the Northern Lights strain apart for me was its ability to provide a balanced high. It wasn’t overwhelmingly sedating, allowing for a pleasant and functional experience. This made it suitable for various occasions – whether I wanted to unwind after a long day or simply enhance a creative endeavor. The strain’s versatility added to its overall appeal.

Having tried several products from Elevate, I can confidently say that the Northern Lights indica strain is a standout. While personal preferences may vary, it easily rank among my top two favorites from the brand. The consistency in quality, coupled with the strain’s unique characteristics, makes it a memorable choice for cannabis enthusiasts.

Additionally, Elevate’s commitment to transparency and quality is evident throughout the entire experience. The packaging was secure, and relevant information about the strain, including its indica dominance, was readily available. This attention to detail instilled confidence in the product and the brand as a whole.

Concluding this review

In conclusion, the Elevate Delta 8 Flower, particularly the Northern Lights indica strain, exceeded my expectations. The freshness, taste, and versatility of this product make it a standout choice for both novice and experienced users. Whether you prefer smoking or vaporizing, Elevate has crafted a product that delivers a consistently enjoyable and positive cannabis experience. I look forward to exploring more offerings from Elevate and continuing to enjoy the quality they bring to the cannabis market.

You can find out more about ELEVATE products here.

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ELEVATE Delta 8 Disposable Review – Relatively Average

Cartridges

TR Sun

ELEVATE’s Delta 8 disposable vapes in the grape soda strain offered a relatively average vaping experience. As someone who has tried various products in the past, this particular disposable vape didn’t stand out as exceptional, but it also didn’t disappoint.

Pros:

Met expectations
Decent potency
OK flavor

Cons:

Mediocre for a vape

Recommendations: Compared to THCA, delta 8 seems to be old school and no longer cool.

Decent level of relaxation and euphoria

The potency of the Delta-8 disposable vape with 900 mg was decent, providing a standard level of relaxation and euphoria. While it was effective, it didn’t offer any extraordinary effects that would set it apart from other similar products in the market. The concentration of Delta-8 THC was sufficient for a satisfactory experience, making it suitable for both seasoned users and those new to Delta-8 products.

The grape soda strain brought a pleasant but not particularly distinctive flavor to the vaping experience. The taste was a balanced blend of sweet and tangy grape soda, providing an enjoyable but not remarkable sensation. The flavor consistency throughout the session was average, offering a decent level of satisfaction but lacking any standout qualities.

Standard design

In terms of convenience, the disposable nature of the vape was a standard feature. The compact design made it easy to carry around, and suitable for on-the-go use. However, it didn’t bring anything extraordinary to the table in comparison to other disposable vapes. The hassle-free aspect of a disposable vape remained, but it didn’t go above and beyond to distinguish itself in terms of design or functionality.

ELEVATE’s commitment to quality was acknowledged, but it didn’t necessarily elevate the overall experience. The Delta-8 distillate undergoes testing for purity and potency, providing a basic level of confidence in the product. While transparency about testing processes is appreciated, it didn’t add a significant layer of trust that sets it apart from other brands.

Discreet packaging

The effects of ELEVATE’s Delta-8 disposable vape were standard. Users can expect a gentle and uplifting high without the overwhelming intensity, which is in line with what one might anticipate from a typical Delta-8 product. The grape soda strain contributed to mood enhancement, but the effects were not particularly outstanding or unique.

The discreet packaging of the disposable vape was a thoughtful touch, offering privacy without being remarkable. The design was sleek and minimal, ensuring a discreet vaping experience, but it didn’t bring anything extraordinary to the table in terms of innovation or uniqueness.

Concluding this review

In conclusion, ELEVATE’s Delta-8 disposable vape in the grape soda strain provides an overall average experience in the world of cannabis vaping. While it doesn’t fall short in any particular aspect, it also doesn’t excel in a way that would make it a standout product. Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or new to Delta-8 products, ELEVATE’s disposable vape offers a standard and satisfactory experience without bringing any exceptional qualities to the forefront. The current price of this disposable is $39.95.

You can find out more about ELEVATE products here.

Have you tried these ELEVATE disposables? Let us know in the comments or on our forum.

Vivimu Delta 8 + THCp Disposable Review

Denise

December 19, 2023

Vivimu has a lot of cool stuff

OMG! I just went down a rabbit hole on Vivimu’s site. Wow! So much cool stuff, so few hours in a day to try them all.

I have been consuming cannabis for over 50 years and delta products for a year now. As a reviewer, I have learned a lot about vapes and enjoyed some great flower and edibles. But Vivimu’s site has some of the most fun-sounding stuff I’ve never heard of. I am looking forward to learning about distillates, crumbles and …are you kidding me?.. Carmel Popcorn!

The product I received was the Blueberry Cookies D8+THCp (Whatever all of that means) 1750mg D8 + 50mg THCP. OK. 2ml disposable vape – I understand what that means. My point. After 5+ years of pouring over these products, I don’t understand it. I just report on the things I like and don’t like.

Sleek, small, and discreet

I like this particular style of vape pen, – sleek, small, discreet. But this one clogged constantly and required sucking my lungs out to fix. Otherwise, I loved everything about the subtle flavor and gentle aroma. It was a smooth pull that didn’t make me choke. It showed up the day before Thanksgiving – thank you – and I was out. Love you Vivimu!

Clogging is a problem with many many vapes. I have a recommendation for Vivimu. If the vape remains vertical it rarely clogs. So I find a glass or some kind of holder for the nightstand. What if the box was designed to be the holder that kept the vape vertical and it had some cool artwork on it. Just a thought.

Concluding this review

I loved the product but had issues with the dispenser. But my time on Vivivmu’s website was worth it. I’ll definitely be back.

You can find out more about Vivimu products here. The Vivimu Delta 8 THC + THCp Disposable Vape is shown as priced at $39.99.

Have you tried these Vivimu disposables? Let us know in the comments or on our forum.

TribeTokes Delta 8 Live Resin Gummies – A Perfect Harmony

Edibles

TR Sun

TribeTokes Live Resin Delta 8 THC gummies have truly exceeded my expectations, offering a delightful experience that combines the best of both worlds – a potent high and a calming CBD boost. With a CBD-boosted formula, these gummies provided a sense of tranquility throughout the high, making it a well-balanced and enjoyable experience.

Pros:

Great taste
Long-lasting effects
Very balanced

Cons:

None

Recommendations: None

A perfect harmony of Delta 8 THC and CBD

The combination of 25mg of Delta 8 THC and 5mg of CBD per gummy creates a perfect harmony. The added CBD not only complements the psychoactive effects of Delta 8 THC but also brings a soothing element to the overall experience. This balance is particularly appreciated, as not every cannabis user seeks an overwhelming, mind-bending high. TribeTokes has found a sweet spot that caters to a more nuanced and controlled experience.

In each box, you’ll find 20 gummies, each packed with the aforementioned 25mg D8 + 5mg CBD. The convenient dosage per gummy makes it easy to manage and customize your experience, whether you’re a seasoned cannabis user or someone exploring edibles for the first time. The thoughtful packaging ensures that you have a consistent and enjoyable experience with every piece.

Strawberry Delight

I opted for the strawberry flavor, and it was nothing short of delightful. The taste resembled that of regular candy, masking any potential cannabis undertones exceptionally well. TribeTokes has successfully managed to create a product that not only delivers on its promise but also does so without compromising on flavor – a crucial aspect for those who want an enjoyable edible experience without the typical cannabis aftertaste.

Long-lasting effects

One standout feature of these gummies is their long-lasting effects. Unlike some edibles that offer a brief, intense experience, TribeTokes’ Live Resin Delta 8 THC gummies provide a sustained high. This longevity is not only economical but also ensures that you can enjoy the effects for an extended period. It’s a great option for social situations or when you want to unwind without constantly reaching for more.

What sets these gummies apart is the synergy between Delta 8 THC and CBD. While the Delta 8 THC delivers a euphoric and uplifting high, the CBD simultaneously works to mellow out the experience, preventing it from becoming overwhelming. This duality enhances the overall enjoyment and makes these gummies suitable for a broad spectrum of users, from beginners to seasoned enthusiasts.

Additionally, the CBD infusion seems to diminish the desire for repeated dosing. Even when the high feels “normal,” the subtle yet effective CBD influence makes it feel like you don’t need another gummy as quickly. This is a notable benefit, especially for those who prefer a more controlled and measured approach to their cannabis consumption.

Concluding this review

In conclusion, TribeTokes Live Resin Delta 8 THC gummies are a standout product in the world of edibles. The well-balanced combination of Delta 8 THC and CBD, the delicious strawberry flavor, and the long-lasting effects make these gummies a top choice. Whether you’re a seasoned cannabis user or someone exploring edibles for the first time, these gummies offer a delightful experience that is sure to leave you impressed. I wholeheartedly recommend TribeTokes Live Resin Delta 8 THC gummies to anyone looking to elevate their edibles game with a product that delivers on both flavor and effects. The current price of these gummies is $50.00.

You can find out more about TribeTokes products here.

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TribeTokes Delta 8 Cartridges | Catch Their Vibe!

Cartridges

Penguin Pete

It’s been a year since the last time I visited TribeTokes’ Saber battery and cartridges. But TribeTokes has offered us another opportunity to sample their products, so I’m here again; later we will hear a rare review from Denise, also about TribeTokes. Last time, I focused a lot more on the unique battery, so this time I will review mainly the cartridges, of which they sent three. The main thing that impresses me about TribeTokes is their consistency; from last year to this year I see the same commitment to a quality standard. In the cannabis business, half the companies don’t last a year and the other half struggle to put out one good product for every two flops.

TribeTokes operates with the beatific confidence of a smart company that had it all figured out years ago. Based out of New Jersey, their slogan is “your vibe attracts your tribe,” and often point out that they’re a female-owned company. However they’re doing it, they’re doing it right. TribeTokes delta 8 cartridges go for $60/full gram individually, or also have a discount if you’re buying them bundled with a battery.

Pros:

Great tasting oils
Decent potency
Lab analysis right on the packaging
Tight packaging game
Saber battery is a big win

Cons:

“Plant-based terpenes” you say? Care to elaborate?
$60/gram is expensive

Recommendations: I’m curious to see what TribeTokes could do with THCA? Or live resin? Or dabbable concentrates?

TribeTokes Attends to the Last Detail

It may sound strange that I rave about a company merely for being competent, but this is the wild west frontier of the cannabis industry. I get so used to receiving half-baked products that are hastily fumbled into cheap packaging, I forget what a professionally presented product looks like. Just take a moment to admire this clean, aesthetically thought-out packaging. Each cartridge rides in its little box with a fold-over lid that magnetically snaps shut. The Saber battery, which I focused on last time and especially in the video, is a class act by itself, sleekly designed in tasteful colors with a snappy switchblade action. Still one of my top all-time favorite vape batteries.

But like I say, let’s look at the carts themselves…

Look! Lab results right on the package, by jingo! This is the kind of care about their product that puts many another cartridge brand to shame. The stats aren’t shabby either; ~70% cannabinoid range is darn potent for delta 8 and HHC. I have had so many weak delta 8 cartridges lately that I forgot the numbers even go that high. I just want to run with these to the other cartridge companies and get in their face about it: Where’s my on-box lab result sticker? Where’s my 70% potency? Tribe Tokes can do it, so why can’t you?

Here’s a cartridge in action: Observe, pristine, clear oil. And yes, the strain is also printed on the cartridge. Try faking that, counterfeiters!

The Cartridges Are All Satisfactory Across the Board

So we have three cartridges this time…

Delta 8 Green Crack

This was definitely the spikiest of the three, a Sativa taken from a strain noted for being stimulating, which, given my normal cartridge reaction, translates to “least likely to put me in a stupor.” The taste is notably herby and flat, with a sudden, strong fruity taste on the exhale. To my memory, I have never had the actual strain Green Crack flower yet, so I’m curious if the flower smokes the same way. As for effects, this one gets me mellow and calm, but not too stoned to function.

Delta 8 Gelato

The least remarkable of the three, though it is a very well-done Gelato. Last time I criticized TribeTokes’ cartridge for being too sweet; these were all far more reasonable flavors. The Gelato was sweet and smooth, without being a cloying, overpowering experience. The taste is like cotton candy, but then most Gelato carts taste that way to me. Like I say, it’s light and not overpowering. It’s a mild taste that calls you back for another nip.

HHC Northern Lights

This was the stand-out cart. I’d never seen HHC in a Northern Lights strain before, and I consider it a feat of daring chutzpah to offer one. But I have to admit, they pulled it off. I feel that HHC! It hits me hard, knocking me right out on the couch for siesta time. I don’t know if it’s the entourage effect or just HHC does that to me now. I have just stopped asking questions about HHC; it’s the Joker of cannabinoids and no two HHC products have hit me the exact same yet. As for the taste, it is true and blue to the Northern Lights strain. Northern Lights in vape cartridge form always tastes exactly the same to me, like drinking aftershave that’s trying to smell like Mountain Dew Voltage. Here again, it was not an overpowering flavor, but still unmistakable.

A word about “rich plant-based terpene profiles”…

To quote TribeTokes’ own marketing copy. There is no doubt in my mind that the terpenes are plant-based. We do not get terpenes from meat, and it would be pretty horrifying if we did. However, I notice that that phrase “rich plant-based terpene profiles” is a marketing-way to say “botanical terpenes as opposed to cannabis terpenes.” So when I say a cartridge still tastes artificial, I mean, “this terpene profile is not found in the hemp kingdom.” I’m perfectly cognizant of the fact that caryophyllene can come from black peppercorns as well as cannabis. With that being said, delta 8 is not naturally found in such huge quantities in hemp, so I expect that the product is made from modified cannabinoids already. At that point we have to forget about it tasting like rosin.

TribeTokes is at the top tier in Delta 8 carts!

These are as fine as any Delta 8 or HHC cart I have ever vaped. I appreciate that the potency is kept high, and the attention to detail ensures a quality experience all around. With that said, the $60 price tag per cart is just about double what everybody else charges. There’s a discount for bundling with the batteries on their site as I mention, but still, $60 is steep for a Delta 8 cartridge, even one produced with Tiffany standards. I can see where that money was spent, and hey, it is a New Jersey company with a market in New York, so maybe that’s their overhead cost showing up. I just know that most of you aren’t up for a $60 cart every day.

Readers, what’s your overall impression of TribeTokes? What is in the Northern Lights to make it taste like aftershave? Does HHC have a random number generator inside it? Why don’t trees fly? Opine your opinion in the comments below or in that forum we’re constantly trying to herd you into.

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Koi Delta 8 Cart Review | Mellow But Unremarkable

Cartridges

Penguin Pete

The crew at Dab Connection share with me that I’ve gotten something of a reputation by now. When cartridges get sent to us for review, we sort them out to our reviewers in whatever state, in a process not unlike random chance. But when a cartridge rotates the me, Pete the Cartridge-Hater, you can almost hear the groan go up from that brand’s marketing department. Might I take this moment to reassure everyone that I rate cartridges by their own standards, objectively?

Koi is a brand we’ve visited before anyway, and they’ve been around a few years, so they have a solid rep. TR Sun liked their disposable oilpens, for one thing, so that’s a vote of confidence already. Today we’re reviewing Koi’s delta 8 THC vape cartridge, in the “Super Sour Diesel” variety. It retails at Koi’s own site for $29.99, or less per subscription rate, but never mind that. You’ll likely find Koi widely distributed across the US, as they’ve been established in the CBD and legal hemp products market for some time now – doubtless you will find a Koi gram out there at a cheaper price than what they sell to the public.

Pros:

Mellow flavor
Good potency
Unpretentious

Cons:

It is not as uplifting as a diesel strain should be
Feels synthetic
Lab sheets need better archiving

Recommendations: At this point, maybe Delta 8 is starting to feel almost played out. Perhaps moving on to THCA is in order? As for these carts, I’m sure there is a market for delta 8 vapes in the cheap-but-not-gas-station range, so Koi probably knows its customer base better than I do.

The Most Potent Strain of the Mildest Cannabinoid

I find it ironic that we go out of our way to make Delta 8, an altcan with half the strength of regular THC, and then use it in a strain like Super Sour Diesel because we really want that to hit us hard. It’s like a seven-year-old banging their fist on the bar demanding a Shirley Temple – with a double shot of grenadine this time because this is not amateur hour. I seek to become one with the couch; fetch me the legendary face-melter, Super Sour Diesel, but make it a Delta 8 because I still have work tomorrow.

The Koi packaging presentation is as basic as you can get. Every expense was spared in the simple cardboard printed one-piece containing a gram cart with rubber stops at either end. It dutifully threaded onto my trusty Doteco TIK20 (yep, still my fave!). The battery dutifully lit up to twinkling life and heated th oil at about 3.8V. I resolutely inhaled some dutiful puffs and noted that this was a better cartridge to me, anyway, because it’s so smooth.

I am pleased to report, in fact, that the majority of vape cartridges I have encountered lately have backed down on the harsh, artificial terpenes and the choking-sweet candy flavors. I’ve been finding cartridge flavors much more tolerable lately, as long as I avoid the sugar diabetes option. But even now, I sometimes have the sensation of vaping perfume.

Koi Delta 8 Cartridges Deliver Potency

I tried, and failed, to locate the exact COA lab test sheet for this particular product. Koi’s website has lab tests posted here and there, but not fully covered for every product. Normally I’d make a bigger stink about that, but this is Koi we’re talking about, I’m sure I’m in good hands. I need not question the potency – maybe in the ~80% range? – because I feel it after a few puffs. Even though it’s delta 8, enough delta 8 at high enough concentration starts feeling like D9THC.

So I have no complaints about the potency, and what remarks I do have may be subjective just to me. Despite this being a Sativa, it couch-locks me hard. I’m at the opposite end of the spectrum from “motivated” and “inspired.” Instead, I’m foggy and forgetful, and I’m in the mental headspace between whatever Beanie Babies think about and the sound of a rotating potato baking in a microwave. BUT this is one vape I can take to nighty-night, I can say that. Whenever I hear about people who have trouble falling asleep due to intrusive thoughts, I think of recommending a Diesel strain cartridge. Can’t have intrusive thoughts if your brain is just “buuuuhhhhhhhhhhhhh…”

With that said, I’m still a bit spoiled with the full spectrum effects I normally enjoy from flower and extracts. This is not full spectrum anything, and Koi doesn’t really promise you more than delta 8 molecules converted out of the nearest CBD, slapped together with botanical terpenes they had lying around. The result feels less like a cannabis extract and more like a synthetic patch made to help me kick the stuff.

Koi Gets the Job Done

Since Koi has been around for so long and an interstate shipper, too, they are dogged by black market knock-offs. But this experience has shown that genuine Koi carts straight from the source live up to what you’d expect from a cart. It works. It doesn’t go out of its way to do anything fancy, but work it, indeed, does. Do I recommend them? Koi’s altcan cartridges have been a mainstay in states with low legalization support, so that alone is something to like. But in the end, Koi isn’t doing anything to stand out from the million other D-8 carts out there.

That link again; find Koi delta 8 cartridges here. Readers, how are your experiences with Koi? Fish for feedback here in the comments, or swim over to our forum.

Hello Mood Delta 8 Moroccan Hash and Live Resin Wax | Better Taste, Weakened Potency

Extracts

Penguin Pete

Hello-Mood-Moroccan-Hash-and-Live-Resin-Wax

When last we visited Hello Mood, an online cannabis product dispenser with an aggressive advertising campaign – reaching even to YouTube – we sampled their delta-8 Afghan Hash, which we found to be as skunky and high as any hash we have ever encountered. Since then, we’ve visited a couple more hashes, with a high-CBD hash from my local Despensary and TR Sun trying Mendocino Hash out Cali way.

So when we saw Hello Mood expand its line, I thought it was time to check out Hello Mood again. But this time I’m not so happy.

For the record, we got their Moroccan Hash (1.5 grams $40) and their Live Resin Sour Diesel Wax (1 gram $40).

Pros:

Great flavor
Good consistency
Easy to work with
Full spectrum effects

Cons:

Puny, weak potency
Bit pricey for the potency

Recommendations: Who goes to this much trouble making gem-quality live resin wax and then only gives it a potency of 28% delta 8? Same deal with the Moroccan hash at 27% delta 8. Double that potency and then get back to us.

Taste and Quality are up to par

Both the Moroccan Hash and the Live Resin Wax were a step up in taste, aroma, consistency, and overall quality compared to Hello Mood Afghan Hash.

The Moroccan Hash is basically pressed kief, exactly like you would press yourself out of your grinder (assuming you fuss with such trivialities). It has a consistency like moist sand, very easy to work with. While hash (as I covered extensively last time) does not set a very high bar in the aesthetics department, Hello Mood Moroccan Hash is rather pleasant in aroma and taste, like a mild, oaky coffee.

As for the Live Resin Wax, it wins the award for Getting My Hopes Up before I discovered the potency couldn’t get a mosquito high. Just look at this pure, golden wax, glistening with terpene-syrup, full-spectrum goodness. It truly has the consistency of the best wax, very pliable and easy to scoop out with a dab tool. Being Sour Diesel, it had the aroma and taste of the finest extracts in that strain. Even though strains high in limonene aren’t my favorite, being sour enough to pucker a killer whale, but it isn’t called “Sour” Diesel for nothing.

Alas, as soon as light/torch hit bowl/banger, our revels now are ended.

Both the Hash and Wax suffer weak potency

Bear in mind: We are already talking about delta 8 here, which has half the potency of regular THC (D9). Truly, on Hello Mood’s own site, they mention that the Moroccan Hash is less potent than the Afghan Hash, and lists the potency of 27.59% delta 8. So rank that an equivalent of ~15% THC. Being kief, we do get the full botanical spectrum of entourage effects, but we basically have a dusty, compressed kief gives you the faintest tingling of a buzz after you’ve smoked a whole bowl of it. What effects it does have are heavy on the grogginess and couch-lock. Almost exactly the opposite of the Afghan Hash experience.

The Live Resin Wax, as I say, was a tragedy. At 28.8% delta 8, this tasted good and had a great entourage profile to go with almost zero cannabinoid effects. In this case, I am questioning the 28%, especially since it’s hard-printed on the cap and batch quality can notoriously vary. Here I did a perfect cold start dab of the tastiest wax, and then felt less effects than CBD oil. Wow!

I will say this: Hello Mood is open about these products and some of you might be looking for lower potency effects. The puzzling part of that is, WHY would you turn to hash and wax, two of the highest-concentrated forms of cannabis, while looking for low potency? it’s like ordering a decaf espresso. You can get 8% delta 8 flower all day, if you like it mild. Especially with the hash, the aesthetics are not worth the mild buzz.

I can only mildly recommend Hello Mood Afghan Hash and Live Resin Wax

So far, their Afghan Hash made one of my top highs of the year, while both the Moroccan Hash and the Live Resin Wax are forgettable. While they are both aces on the aesthetics, the potency is far too low to interest anyone but the most casual of users. This could indicate Hello Mood experimenting with new products before they get the formula right, or it could be declining quality standards – the same malady that seems to choke down about half the cannabis companies out there.

BUT if very mild cannabis hash or wax is what you want to get – maybe you want to flex in front of your higher-tolerance friends while dabbing the equivalent of a designated driver’s ginger ale? Then Hello Mood has your ticket. Who knows, maybe they’ll up the potency in later batches.

Readers, tell us why you’d bother with a lower-potency hash when it’s not that tasty in the first place? This is keeping me up at night. Here in the comments or in our high-potency forum.

Plain Jane Delta 8 Flower and Blunt | Weak and Dry

Flowers

Penguin Pete

Given how long Plain Jane has been in business, it’s surprising that we didn’t get around to them before. My expectations were not built up too highly, based on the standards I’ve come to figure out for this industry. Plain Jane seems to be a brand marketed at those consumers just wanting to timidly dip a toe in cannabis, the new post-legalization generation of first-time cannabis users. Moms in yoga pants trying out CBD, and so on.

So, I didn’t expect much, but man is Plain Jane ever behind the times! The Plain Jane site lists the 3.5-gram bag of delta 8 flower at $17.99 while the delta 8 blunt is $13.99.

Pros

Reasonable price
Flower had some effects

Cons

DRY!!!
Long-dead plant matter dreaming of its former potency
Weak even when it was fresh
Little to no aroma and flavor

Recommendation: Rotate your stock and throw away anything over a year old.

Delta 8 King Palm Twax Blunt: Big Disappointment

Let’s start with the blunt, which is a 1.5-gram log dusted with kief. I reserved it to try in the morning, but when the dawn called me to light this thing, it started burning like a road flare. This thing is way too dry! Blowing out the flame and attempting to smoke it, it was burning so fast that I only got in a few puffs before snubbing it out. I don’t think it could have burned any faster were it dipped in kerosene.

Both the taste and odor were corky and woodsy, so much so that I could just barely tell I was smoking hemp at all. It also had next to no effect, but we’ll talk some more about potency when we get to the flower. I don’t have the numbers on the blunt in front of me, but I suspect it would have to be the same low-potency formula as the flower.

Really blazed half a blunt, felt nothing, and it tasted like licking the sands of the Sahara. How old was this blunt? I want to do some DNA analysis to see if it was recovered from King Tut’s Tomb. Just think, this was allegedly once a green, living plant.

I am a huge fan of blunts where they are done right, so when a blunt scores zero points with me, something has gone terribly wrong.

Delta 8 Elektra Hemp Flower: Weak Even For Hemp

As for the bag of flower: Just like any local dispensary, they have 3.5 grams of flower in a little ziplock bag. Here again, I don’t expect much, because it is clearly touted as “hemp,” the kind where they extracted delta 8 and then sprayed it on the flower.

So it’s “hemp” alright: The kind of dry, grassy hemp we first saw come on the market two years ago. But I have to let go of hope that the blunt was just a fluke. The flower was also impossibly dry and crumbly, with no aroma from the bag beyond a mowed-grass smell. The flavor, again, is mostly dust. I did pick up a very light buzz of a bowl, but then when I check the bag, it says the Delta 8 is only at 4.25%.

Sure enough, that felt like 4%! At this point, I could almost get as much of a buzz-smoking catnip.

To be fair: Plain Jane mostly touts their “CBD hemp,” which does, again, strike me as being aimed towards the medical or therapeutic user and not the recreational party user.

When we first saw delta 8 hemp on the market, I was impressed merely for seeing “legal weed” being made possible, even if it was weak as grass and tasted like hay. But since then, the cannabis industry has learned a few new tricks, such as THCA flower that’s nearly indistinguishable from regular THC cannabis.

Just looking at the flower, you can see the darker, discolored parts where the extract was sprayed on, and the ashy stems inside. Basically tumbleweeds.

Flower Should Be Fresher

The cannabis industry is still young and likely everyone is learning as they go along. I have a new revelation for cannabis producers: Rotate your stock! Cannabis flower has a shelf life maximum of a year – sometimes only six months. Stale cannabis loses its potency, roughly 16% after the first year, and a sharp fall-off after that. From the rash of dry, dusty, low-potency flower we’ve been seeing (from many companies), it is clear that this stuff is sitting in a warehouse somewhere without inventory control.

And I’m sorry, I want to like Plain Jane more; we will be reviewing their accessories later, but so far they seem to fare better. I could let dry tumbleweed delta-8 hemp slide a few years ago. But in 2023, flower this old, dry, and stale is simply inexcusable. Plain Jane is based in Oregon, a thriving cannabis state, so they should know doubly better.

On the whole, this was quite disappointing. The shame of it is, this might have been a perfectly passable flower at one time, which was ruined through mishandling.

Readers, share your dry weed stories here in the comments or in our kush forum.

KOI Delta 8 Disposable Review – Smooth and Satisfying

TR Sun

The 2g Delta 8 Disposable Vape from KOI is a fantastic option for those who enjoy vaping on the go. With a convenient and compact design, this disposable vape is easy to use and provides a smooth and satisfying vaping experience. What’s more, the 2g Delta 8 Disposable Vape is available in two delicious flavors: Indica Grandaddy Purp and Lemon Tree Hybrid. These disposables cost $29.99.

Pros:

Portable
Nice design
Good effects

Cons:

None

Recommendations: None

Grandaddy Purp

Let’s start with the Indica Grandaddy Purp flavor. This strain was my favorite of the two and it is known for its relaxing and calming effects, making it the perfect option for those who want to unwind after a long day or simply relax and de-stress. The 2g Delta 8 Disposable Vape in Indica Grandaddy Purp does not disappoint. With its rich and earthy flavor, this disposable vape provides a smooth and enjoyable vaping experience. The Indica Grandaddy Purp strain is also known for its ability to relieve pain and promote sleep, making it a great option for those who suffer from chronic pain or insomnia.

Lemon Tree

Next up is the Lemon Tree Hybrid flavor. This strain was pretty good tasting as well although I don’t know if it’s what I expected. It is a hybrid of Lemon Skunk and Sour Diesel, resulting in a sweet and citrusy flavor that is both refreshing and invigorating. The Lemon Tree Hybrid strain is known for its uplifting and energizing effects, making it the perfect option for those who need a little boost to get through the day. The 2g Delta 8 Disposable Vape in Lemon Tree Hybrid is a fantastic way to experience this strain’s unique flavor profile. The smooth and satisfying vapor is sure to put a smile on your face and leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

High-quality build and portable design

One of the standout features of the 2g Delta 8 Disposable Vape from KOI is its high-quality construction. The disposable vape is made from durable and long-lasting materials, ensuring that it can withstand the wear and tear of daily use. Additionally, the 2g Delta 8 Disposable Vape is incredibly easy to use. Simply inhale from the mouthpiece to activate the vape and enjoy the smooth and satisfying vapor.

The 2g Delta 8 Disposable Vape from KOI is also incredibly convenient. With its compact and portable design, this disposable vape is perfect for taking on the go. Whether you’re traveling, running errands, or just need a quick pick-me-up, the 2g Delta 8 Disposable Vape is the perfect solution. Additionally, the disposable design means that you don’t have to worry about refilling or recharging the vape, making it a hassle-free option for those who want a quick and easy vaping experience.

Great effects (for delta 8)

Another great feature of the 2g Delta 8 Disposable Vape from KOI is its high-quality delta 8 THC oil. Delta 8 THC is a unique cannabinoid that is known for its relaxing and uplifting effects. Unlike traditional THC, delta 8 THC is legal in most states and does not produce the same psychoactive effects. This means that you can enjoy the benefits of delta 8 THC without worrying about getting high or feeling anxious.

Lab Results

Grandaddy Purp

Lemon Tree

Concluding this review

Overall, the 2g Delta 8 Disposable Vape from KOI is an excellent option for anyone who enjoys vaping. With its high-quality construction, convenient design, and delicious flavors, this disposable vape is sure to provide a smooth and satisfying vaping experience every time. Whether you prefer the relaxing effects of Indica Grandaddy Purp or the invigorating effects of Lemon Tree Hybrid, the 2g Delta 8 Disposable Vape from KOI has something for everyone. So why wait? Give it a try today and see for yourself why so many people are raving about the 2g Delta 8 Disposable Vape from Ethereal Gold Dispensary. We find Koi Delta 8 disposables here.

Have you tried these disposables? Let us know in the comments or on our forum.

Direct Delta 8 Review – Great Selection

Misc

Denise

January 20, 2023

The Direct Delta 8 sent me two amazing packages full of goodies. In an effort to confirm that I was reviewing the right company again, I hit their website to make sure they carry all these products. Oh my. I fell down the rabbit hole of their comprehensive website. I definitely felt like a kid in a candy store. On the basis of selection, they are a solid 10 out of 10. Wow!

So many products

They sent me so many products at once that I enlisted help to sample them. Not Ya Son’s Weed caught my eye immediately. Fun marketing premise and a great product. I loved all three of the disposable vapes. I wasn’t willing to share those. The Blue Dream was my favorite buzz. The Not Ya Son’s Weed Forbidden Fruit was subtle, not too tuity fruity sweet but light and fruity. And the happi Darth Blazer was enjoyed until the last drop – a contender for favorite.

Nuleaf Delta 8 THC oil

These are all sexy, fun, recreational products for the most part. Who wouldn’t be thrilled to receive them? Who wouldn’t enjoy them? But I want to talk about the Nuleaf Delta 8 THC oil.

I wasn’t really sure what this product was or what its purpose was. Am I supposed to get a buzz from it or is it a health elixir? But I was intuitively attracted to this product and felt the full spectrum oil would offer some health benefits.

I did not, do not like the flavor of the oil. It has that grassy hemp taste I don’t enjoy. But the texture was smooth and silky and I liked the way it felt in my mouth. Normally I won’t finish a product like this because it is working to get myself to face a taste I don’t like. But this product kept calling to me and I kept consuming it. If I got a high from it I didn’t notice. I like a really profound buzz. But that’s not to say that it didn’t bring some calm or serenity. I really can’t tell because I vaped while I was using it.

As I got close to the end of the bottle I noticed that the scarring and stubborn dry skin on my face were softening and transforming. Nothing had impacted it for years. None of the dozens of products I tried or reviewed had affected that area of my skin. Now it is healing.

I had just finished some other cannabis skin products that contained arnica. They helped with the discomfort and some aesthetic improvement. But it wasn’t until I consumed the NuLeaf regularly that I started seeing the results I have now. The scar tissue I have been battling for years is actually peeling off and new skin is forming. Now that is a product I can get behind.

Concluding this review

All and all my review of Direct Delta 8 comes back to the selection. There is no need to shop around for another company. Any cool thing you might like to try is available on their site for a reasonable price.

Some of the gummy packages ended up in a friend’s hands who used them as stocking stuffers at Christmas. Her family was thrilled. What a great idea for any gifting occasion. From party planning to pain relief, I would recommend shopping at Direct Delta 8.

Have you tried any of their products? Let us know in the comments or on our forum.

Delta Munchies Delta 8 Sour Belts | Do Not Doubt Their Potency!

Penguin Pete

Greetings, dabheads, your humble psychonaut is back from my latest adventure. As a standard disclaimer, you should know that I’m a professional trained reviewer and you should not try my level of stunts at home. But I checked out Delta Munchies Delta 8 Sour Belts, and I dared to trifle with a high-potency edible.

Delta Munchies is by Aftermath Lab in Houston, Texas, and offers this and many other products on their site. The Delta 8 Sour Belts (3000MG per bag of 10) go for $59.99.

Pros:

POTENT!
No seriously, these will lay you out!
The long shape makes it easy to break off a smaller dosage
Bargain price

Cons:

Not full spectrum
Taste is cloyingly artificial, sugar-coated

Recommendations: I’d be curious about a full spectrum version.

Believe every word the packaging says!

Clearly, one does not just waltz out and purchase 3000MG of delta 8 in a bag when they’re in the junior leagues. The packaging is festooned with warnings such as “EXTREMELY HIGH DOSAGE,” and “Please take responsibly,” along with one warning I should have heeded better: “May take up to four hours to feel full effects.”

Oh. That last one will get you! Normally, us gummy veterans are used to thinking in terms of an hour or so for the effects to kick in. Especially me, since it’s my habit to test edibles first thing in the morning on an empty stomach, chased with my customary morning espresso. Using this method, I’ve had edibles kick in as fast as 30 minutes.

Well, I started out cautious enough. I have taken well over 100 MG of delta 8 before; I believe my record might be 200 MG. So I broke off a half-ribbon, reasoning that 150 MG would be a fair test. An hour and a half later, I began to be plagued by the gremlin of doubt, familiar to all cannabis edible users. Maybe they weren’t as potent as advertised, maybe I got less than a half-ribbon, maybe my tolerance was higher lately than I’d thought. But at the time, I felt something, just not that intense.

So in a fit of sudden machismo I said, “let’s make it a true daily double” and popped a whole one.

A couple of hours later, it hit me that these were really slow-onset edibles and I was now strapped in for a full 450 MG ride. Even though this is delta 8, 450 MG of anything will melt you into the couch. So I pulled one of these:

…and that was me for the rest of the day, completely Toontown. Luckily, my career affords flexibility in schedule, so I canceled all plans for the rest of the day and retired to the La-Z-Boy. Normally I play video games or watch movies when in deep stoner territory, but my concentration was too shot even for that. This wasn’t full spectrum, either, but straight D8, which felt more like a heavy medication than a party drug. This lasted well into the evening and I even felt a lingering buzz the next morning.

WELL! That was a day! Since then, I’ve tried saner doses of one 300 MG ribbon at my usual morning time, and I’m good right there for the day without further dosing. They do their job, they get you stoned, but without being too fancy about it.

Aesthetics leave something to be desired

These aren’t quite “gummies” as we know them, but more the texture and consistency of a fruit roll-up, Fruit By The Foot, or a taffy. I keep thinking of them as gummy worms that got run over by a forklift, or psychedelic linguine.

These are coated in a crust of sugar, enough that diabetics might want to steer clear. They are sweet and tangy, like sour candy. This does a good job of obliterating any cannabis-undertaste, but one whole noodle is a mouthful of artificial flavor.

With that said, they’re still what you would expect from the average commercial cannabis edible.

For serious delta 8 users only!

At a price of $59.99 per bag of 10, for a total of 3000 MG delta 8 THC, Delta Munchies have a lot of bang for the buck. Truly, the website shows that you can take even a tenth of a piece and get a modest 30 MG dose, so it’s not like you have to take them a whole piece at a time. Compare this at, say, 100 MG daily dose for a whole month for sixty bucks. Not bad!

I’ll recommend these for the hardcore veteran who does not want to mess around with a piddling 10 MG doses at a time. And for the experienced psychonaut who truly wants to test their limits. This is the cannabis equivalent of Everclear. If you get even near these, you better know what you’re doing.

cat tax — My cat watching me spitefully, because I’m handling a bag of what are clearly treats, but not for him.

Find Delta Munchies Strawberry Delta 8 Sour Belts here, and also they have a berry flavor. Both of these say “limited time only” on the site, so perhaps this is a pilot product they’re testing out.

Readers, discuss your cannabis edible adventures here in the comments or in our forum.

B1G1 STNR Delta 8 Disposable Review – Huge Fun

Denise

The Great CBD Shop of Spartanburg, SC sent me a package of goodies (B1G1 STNR Delta 8 Disposables among others) that dwarfed Christmas. Where to begin? The STNR Creations Delta 8 THC Disposable 2ml retails on their site for $39.99.

I had to recruit support for this package. Too much cool stuff to try at once. So today I am going to write about my favorite products in the load.

Pros:

Good price
Huge
Decent high

Cons:

None

Recommendations: None

XL Vapes

I received 2 of the STNR Creations Delta 8 THC Disposable 2ml vapes – Mimosa and Trainwreck. I had no idea they made 2 ml vapes. And like that. And I hate finding one I really like and it’s gone so fast and I have to go find another one.

I really like how the pen feels in my hand. It’s like the Hummer of disposables. I can see men really liking it. The STNR vape is a handful and easy to hold onto. I like the design. It’s easy to get a full hit. The mouthpiece allows for a good seal.

Nice price tag

The price. Wow! 2ml for $39, the most inexpensive vape I’ve ever enjoyed. And the packaging is very cool. I can’t bring myself to throw the boxes away.

Good high

The best part is high. After a week or more of using it daily, I have discovered that one hit is perfect, a nice calm, peaceful buzz for hanging out for the evening. Two hits are night night. Knocked out my sleep issues immediately.

Most vapes I have to keep sucking on. I am satisfied after one hit of the Mimosa or the Trainwreck. I truly can’t decide which flavor I like best. And O just grab one because I really like them both. They are very smooth going down. No choking or burning – a very smooth pull.

All the products I received from the Great CBD Shop were top shelf but these vapes are the bomb! Thankfully they won’t run out soon.

You can find out more about these disposables here.

Have you tried B1G1 STNR Delta 8 Disposables? Let us know in the comments or on our forum.

Kynn Delta 8 Disposable Review – Solid Taste and Design

Vape Pens

TR Sun

I got a chance to try some disposable vapes from Kynn recently and I was really excited to try a product from them because it was my very first time!

Pros:

Watermelon Z has a great taste
Decent design

Cons:

Mild effects

Recommendations: Some improvements to the strength would be great.

Nice design

The packaging looks very clean and minimalist in a way that makes it feel more healing. I genuinely believe that cannabis products are just as valid from a medicinal sense as any other medication you may need whether it is OTC or prescribed so that look definitely was enticing and inviting. When you open it also feels a bit like a gift because of the way the box is designed and just like everyone else using these kinds of products medicinally or recreationally you are using this product to feel good if you’re not and better if you are.

Watermelon Z has an amazing taste

So in the box, there were two vapes the Watermelon Z and King Louis XIII. Both vapes contain 1G Delta 8 THC, charge via micro USB, and a ceramic coil. They used a simple buttonless design on the vapes which is super easy to use. So I tried the Watermelon Z first because I thought it would taste better. I was right, but I also underestimated how much better the Watermelon Z would really taste. This vape tastes exactly like Watermelon Sour Patch candy, which is already one of my favorites. I wouldn’t be exaggerating to say that this is the best-tasting vaporizer I have used to date. A definite 12 out of 10 on the flavor. After realizing how good it tasted, I was a bit disappointed in the effects of this one. I don’t think it was bad but the flavor is always going to hit way before the effects and the flavor simply talked a game I don’t think any vape could really live up to. Regardless it was still solid, just not mind-blowing I’d say.

King tastes pretty average

After finishing Watermelon Z, I moved on to try King Louis XIII. Now this one I was curious about this because it felt like it’s a strain I have definitely heard of but never tried. I usually gravitate toward strains that sound like they would taste or feel good. The name “King Louis” doesn’t quite evoke that feeling within me. This one has a bit more of an earthy flavor it’s not bad but I am a bit less accepting of the earthy flavor in vapes than in flower. I think I’d give this flavor a 6.5 out of 10. The effects of King Louis were comparable to the effects of the Watermelon Z I think, but the biggest difference was that I did not want to use this one quite as much because it simply didn’t taste as good.

Specs

350mAh battery
Visible oil view window
Food-grade PCTG mouthpiece
Medical-grade stainless steel central post
Inhale Activation
LED indicator
Micro-USB charging

kynn disposable close up

Concluding this review

All in all, Kynn makes some pretty solid products. I definitely recommend the Watermelon Z to anyone because the taste is truly phenomenal. And although it may not be true for more casual cannabis consumers, I don’t think you will find a high that will launch you into space here. Either way, I think Kynn products are definitely worth a try and I look forward to sampling more products from them.

You can find out more about Kynn products here.

Have you tried the Kynn Disposables? Let us know in the comments or on our forum.

Smilyn Delta 8/9 Chocolate Malt Balls Review – Very Effective

Edibles

TR Sun

I recently was sent a few products by Smilyn, including their hemp-derived chocolate malt balls. These edibles contain 16 mg of Delta 8 THC and 9 mg of Delta 9 THC. Upon reading this the first time I didn’t think these would be too strong, I was more confused I think about why these seemingly random numbers were the chosen dosage as most edibles I’ve ever had are either 10 or 25 mg per piece. However, in hindsight, it makes complete sense. I am not a huge chocolate candy person in general, but honestly, these edibles were great. I don’t know what malt balls normally taste like but these were some top-tier candy even without the high.

Pros:

Very effective
Great taste

Cons:

None

Recommendations: None

Malt ball can help with stress and anxiety

So one of many reasons people use THC products is to help with stress and anxiety. Well, maybe a day or two after receiving these edibles the building I live in caught fire. Ultimately everyone was OK, but we didn’t have power for a few days. So it is fair to say I had quite a bit of stress I wanted to alleviate. These edibles did a pretty solid job all things considered. I remember liking them a lot when I had taken two the morning before the fire. I remember thinking they were pretty good at that point but wanted to try a few more before I made my final judgment.

Decent strength

It felt like the kind of high where everything normal seems extra good that day. The weather felt really perfect that day, the sun was shining, and it was finally not too hot in LA. Really the simple things felt easier to appreciate when I took these edibles. I will say that they definitely helped time move faster when I had no power. Although at that moment I think I craved a high that would have just made me zone out extensively. Like the times you go to sleep and wake up still high. Regrettably, these edibles were not quite that but still very good. I would rate them at an 8.5 out of 10 on strength.

Some official info from the site:

Ingredients: Sugar, Chocolate Liquor, Cocoa Butter, Whole Milk, Soy Lecithin, Vanillin, Corn Syrup, Whey Powder, Salt Powder, Wheat, Malted Barley, Sodium Bicarbonate, Hemp Delta 9, Hemp Delta 8.

Total Content: 16mg Delta 8 | 9mg Delta 9

Suggested Use: Take 1/3 of a malt ball to start. Allow 30 minutes for full effect. Adjust as desired.

Lab results

Great value

It doesn’t say on the packaging whether these are Indica or Sativa but they felt more hybrid or Sativa for sure. Especially reflecting on how good it felt to just be walking around the city after taking a few. The main thing to note about these is definitely the value. This is definitely a great purchase at only $26. There is enough to keep you high for a few days straight if you really needed that for some reason like being stuck with no power for several days. I have definitely seen edibles at stores in LA that will charge $20 for something that might only last you a few hours.

Concluding this review

To sum it up I am definitely a fan of the Smilyn edibles. They taste great and are pretty effective overall. They also come at a great price relative to the strength and duration of the high. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who likes chocolate or just doesn’t like how gummies frequently have that sort of weed taste to them.

You can find out more about Smilyn edibles here.

Have you tried Smilyn products? Let us know in the comments or on our forum.

Strain Snobs Delta 8 Cartridge | Overpriced Crap

Cartridges

Penguin Pete

Welcome to day 2 of Cartridge Week for Penguin Pete (that’s me). This week, the world’s least enthusiastic vape cartridge user gets to review five brands in five days. Today’s cart is a doozy – Strain Snobs. It’s a delta 8 with artificial, forced terpenes that doesn’t deliver much effect.

Pros:

Made by an actual company that apparently distributes this stuff to real dispensaries

Cons:

Crap packaging
No tests
No labeling for cannabinoids/terpenes
Crap taste
So-so effects

Recommendations: Clearly this product is aimed at the gas station / vape shop crowd and almost has no business being discussed on a cannabis products forum. Therefore, our only suggestion is “move out of the slums.”

Strain Snobs: Disappointment from start to finish

They say “don’t judge a book by its cover,” but in the case of vape cartridges, the packaging is a very good tip-off to what you are getting. Doubly so with Strain Snobs, which looks so skeevy that even a Muha Meds would be embarrassed to be seen next to it. This logo looks like the lovechild of a leprechaun and the Hamburglar. The package is just heat-sealed clamshell plastic.

Dwell upon it:

The back doesn’t even bother filling the blank space with some helpful lab testing info or even promises about ingredients, just this logo that’s drawn to try to appeal to the Heavy Hitters crowd. This product is targeted at one market and one market only: In a Skid Row convenience store right between the crack pipes and the knock-off Viagra pills.

Cannabis oil does not taste like that!

Today’s strain is marked “Sour Diesel” just like yesterday’s cartridge from Delta 8 Factory, yet they could not taste more different. The Delta 8 Factory at least tasted consistent with other Sour Diesels I’ve tasted. This Strain Snobs cart tasted like lemon furniture polish with a mouthwash twist. It’s not only unappealing, but downright nasty, harsh, artificial, and punishing on the lungs.

Cartridge manufacturer’s note: I am really losing patience with these artificial, super-sweet candy flavors passed off as cannabis strains! Knock it off with the sugar diabetes marketing! Yes, there are a few cannabis strains with a mildly citrus flavor, a few more with a tangy taste. That doesn’t mean you squeeze 25 lemons into a cart and call it a day. This artificially sweet flavor is harsh on the lungs and the citric acid is choking.

Anyway: The oil in this cartridge even looks like lemon juice.

Effects are barely there

It is delta 8, which is normally half the effects of THC, as you know from our altcan guide. I do certainly feel something, but it’s not the usual delta 8 “heady high with an energy boost.” It doesn’t feel couch-locky either. It’s just middle-of-the-road buzzy and relaxing, even a bit sedating. Just nowhere near as much fun as other cartridges I’ve tried.

The Price is INSANELY High!

Going by the prices where this cart is sold, I checked it out on PureCBDNow. The price there says “from $44.99” and by the time you select the 1-gram, the price goes to $54.99! Yesterday’s cartridge, the Delta 8 Factory one, was $60 and was way overpriced at that, despite having some attempt at making decent flavored oil. Strain Snobs has no business selling ANYTHING for $54.99! My God, the things you could get for that price – live resin for $40, 2 grams of great delta 8 dabs for $30, whole jars of flower – the list goes on!

Strain Snobs is an Insult to Cannabis

I am terribly sorry to be such a negative Nancy here. I don’t think this is a brand that cares what we consumers think, anyway. In a world we live in today, with so many cartridges to choose from, Strain Snobs belongs right at the bottom of the pile. There’s at least 999 cartridges you should try out there that are cheaper and higher quality than Strain Snobs.

The company that claims credit for Strain Snobs is Active CBD Oil. They apparently distribute products nationwide, including at 5 Colorado dispensaries, but my guess is that’s their own house brand (Active CBD Oil itself) while the Strain Snobs are shipped out to truck stops in Michigan. Find it here, if you dare.

Delta 8 Factory D10 Cartridge | Overpriced, Underwhelming

Cartridges

Penguin Pete

BANNER-delta-8-factory-D10-cart-60-dollars

Greeting! Not “greetings,” I only have one to give today. I’m going to be vaping cartridges all week, and I’m definitely the least enthusiastic cartridge reviewer on the web. Be prepared for a whole week of low-energy reviews as I puff through a box of 510-threaded mystery oils.

Today’s cartridge: Delta 8 Factory, delta 10 Sour Diesel 1ml (1 gram) cartridge.

Pros:

Deep tasting terpenes
Full spectrum
Decent effects

Cons:

$60 for a vape cartridge???
SERIOUSLY! SIXTY DOLLARS???
The cartridge is some non-standard design that won’t fit most batteries, but still 510-threaded

Recommendations: Please publish a book called “how to get people to pay $60 for a mediocre cartridge” because that is your true business calling.

This is not what I expect from a $60 cart

To start with, the price as listed on PureCBDNow is $60. That’s a 1ml cartridge, equal to a gram cart. I just price-checked to double-check (is inflation really THAT bad?), and several name brands offer a delta 10 1G cart for ~$30 or so. So I have no idea where they get away with this outrageous price.

The price is the injury; now let’s talk about the insults.

Look at this packaging. LOOK AT IT!

The sketchiest cartridge brands we find on DHGate look better than this. This package design is a nightmare collage of fonts, almost hiding the brand name, with that pukey icon to represent “Sour Diesel” which doesn’t even match the same position on the packaging on the site. The back is a condescending lecture to me about the miracles of delta 10 and no lab stats. No percentage of cannabinoids, nothing.

Next, the hardware is nonstandard

The cartridge has a short, squat, fat build to it. I have no idea what the purpose of this is, but you can forget using it with any socket-style battery like the PCKT Two or the CCELL Rizo or the Doteco TargetX. When a cartridge makes me dig through my pile of batteries in frustration before finding something that will half-work, that’s a bad design. I finally did use it with my TribeTokes Saber, although the nonstandard size prevents it from folding in with the Saber’s signature switchblade action.

Compare to a normal 510-threaded cart:

Now for the important part: the oil itself.

The Oil is Actually Pretty Decent

I definitely taste the “full spectrum” of Sour Diesel terpenes alright. It does taste exactly like a strain high in caryophyllene. It has a rich, spicy aroma and a thick, earthy, gassy taste, almost like a good dark green leafy salad. In fact, I notice more than once that Sour Diesel hits me with a taste mildly redolent of spinach, Brussels sprouts, or kale. But in a good way? This cart has that, but maybe the veggie taste suggests some chlorophyll made it into the mix.

The effects are indeed potent enough that I’d say this oil has to be at least 90% delta 10. Delta 10 hits me heavier than its isomer cousins, with a definite couch-lock effect. I found this cartridge to have the effects of calming, soothing, and sedating, but not conductive to getting work done for the rest of the day. This cart feels like it would go good with a streaming binge of a TV series.

If this were a $40 cartridge, I’d say the oil is “good,” but at the $60 price, “pretty decent” is not where you want to be! This is a shame because they nailed a good flavor that isn’t too harsh on delta 10. But still, I’ve had $30 carts that were just as good if not better. For instance, the Verano Travelers I had back on last 4/20 blows this away, and it’s a disposable pen for $40.

Delta 8 Factory’s D10 cartridge is Not a Good Buy

I just do not see the point of recommending this one. Delta 8 Factory’s quality standards are just abysmal, and while the oil quality is satisfactory, it sure is not $60 oil. There are 1-gram live resin cartridges out there for $40. all day. If Delta 8 Factory wants people to pay $60 per cart, they’re going to have to seriously get their act together.

Join us all week for my week of cartridge reviews. I see some better ones coming up at the end of the week.

Diesel Hemp Delta 8 Crumble : Middle of the Road

Extracts

Penguin Pete

Time to get down to the dabbin’! We’re going to try some crumble from Diesel Hemp, out of Loveland Colorado. Both of these are full spectrum delta 8 crumble concentrate. One flavor is Lemon Abacus and the other is Abacus Diesel.

The bottom line on Diesel Hemp delta 8 crumble is that I have dabbed more exciting things. It was good, especially in the flavor department, but the potency is just not there.

Pros:

Great taste!
Well-purged
Good texture
Reasonable price

Cons:

Weak

Recommendations: Let’s bump up that potency a tad. Make it two tads.

Diesel Hemp Delta 8 Crumble Presents Well…

The crumble comes in a 1G jar, as a collection of golden little nuggets of a waxy, chunky consistency. These jars have a freshness seal and attractive packaging. The crumble is very easy to handle, as opposed to more liquid concentrates. This stuff is perfect for a wax pen.

The Taste is Outstanding

Loading up a crumb into my wax pen, I took the packaging advice to dab at low temperature and set it for 2.2 volts. At that temp, it takes a minute to get steaming. On first hit, you are greeted with a flavorful and aromatic cloud, bringing the full flavor of the spectrum.

The Lemon Abacus is sour, sweet, and full-bodied, almost reminding me of lemon maringue pie. The Abacus Diesel is gassy and tangy, savory and lingering on the palette. The flavor is smooth and there’s no noxious aftertaste like some concentrates. In terms of dabbing aesthetics, this crumble lives up to about everything I’d expect.

But then we get to the matter of potency.

The Potency is Just Weak

I’ll grant that as a professional reviewer, my tolerance is off the charts. But still, in dabbing any extract, I am used to feeling something after 5-ish hits. Diesel Hemp delta 8 Crumble felt really, really weak, like I could kill half the jar and barely feel it.

I checked their on-site COA and they use the same sheet for both crumbles, which raises an eyebrow because that can’t be completely accurate. As they have it, the lab test does tell the story anyway:

delta 8 – 7.17%
CBD – 38.9%
CBG – 37.2%

Well, that explains the low potency! 7% is low even for delta 8 flower. Considering that delta 8 is already weaker than D9 THC “classic,” most delta 8 crumbles that we see out there at least go into the double digits. Typically we find delta 8 crumble is usually closer to 20-30% delta 8. So a 7% concentrate hardly has room to call itself “delta 8.”

For what it’s worth, I *did* feel some effects from the CBG, which has a nice pick-me-up effect, and of course the CBD, with a nice body-soothing effect. So it’s not a total wash. But in terms of head-high effects, it left me pretty underwhelmed.

Now I usually say “this is fine for people who are looking for a lighter buzz.” But in this case, we are talking about concentrate here. People who approach dabbing are likely looking for a more intense sensation than even standard flower delivers. So the moral of this story is, check the potency before you order.

All This Added Up To a Mediocre Dab

I really wanted to like Diesel Hemp crumble more than I did. The taste and full spectrum effects are on point, but the weak potency is a let-down. However, it is also $25 a jar, which is a very reasonable price that perhaps argues “you should have expected less.”

I would only recommend this delta 8 crumble to therapeutic and medical users who primarily want the CBD and entourage effects, or those who seek a morning dab that won’t lock them onto the couch. Outside of that, there are just better options out there. Especially coming from Colorado – and I’m really wondering what is up with Colorado? They were one of the first states to legalize, so they’ve had time to get this right. This is like the third time something from Colorado has let me down. Are you guys growing Mormon weed out there or what?

Find Diesel Hemp delta 8 crumble concentrate here. Readers, what do you expect out of a delta 8 concentrate? Share your findings here in the comments or in our boutique cannabis users’ forum.

Eighty-Six Brand Delta 8 Prerolls : Tasty and Satisfying!

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Penguin Pete

Hello, smokers, jokers, and midnight tokers! Penguin Pete, your Jester of Joints, here with a follow-up our other Eighty-Six Brands preroll review. TR Sun tried the THC-O prerolls, while I got the Delta 8s. Similar to his review, I too found them enjoyable.

Pros:

Smooth smoking!
Tasty flavors
Decent potency
Reasonable price

Cons:

Not as potent as they could be
Sometimes taste a little artificial

Recommendations: Honestly, these are near-perfection now! Maybe you could list the potency per batch and tweak the flavor formula a little.

Just An Enjoyable Smoke All Around

I almost forgot these existed, since I’ve been reviewing everything around here from edible gummies to laser-powered hookahs. Oh yes, joints, actual honest-to-god joints, with paper and everything! No batteries to charge, no buttons to fiddle with, no glass to clean! Man, I thought I’d never see the day again.

First off, I must say that these delta-8 flower prerolls are the smoothest delta-8 flower I have ever tried! It is amazing how smooth these are. If delta-8 flower usually strikes you as harsh, try out Eighty-Six Brand and see how smooth delta-8 can be.

This is one of the few times when Mrs. Penguin, my spouse of 29 years (anniversary just this last August) joined in on the testing. She’s old-school, strictly using bongs and joints, caring not for the menagerie of vapes and dab rigs which normally festoon my mad scientist’s drug lab. She, too, enjoyed these prerolls tremendously, and so we were transported back to those summer nights passing a joint in the car at the drive-in movie theater, not a care in the world.

These are also quite tasty, but they are also flavored with non-cannabis terpenes. To their credit, Eighty-Six puts the ingredients right on the label, but stops short at explaining “flavorings.”

I also got a five-flavor spectrum just like in TR Sun’s THC-O review, and likewise felt a bit spoiled. In ranking order, our favorite flavors were:

Berry Slush – Just tasty enough without overwhelming it, bright and sweet flavor
Grape Soda – Mrs. Penguin’s favorite and a tasty smoke as well, despite not properly being called “pop”
Boo Berry – Ah, not the old kid’s cereal, but a nice enough flavor
Jen & Berry’s – We thought this was kind of a dumb pun, and the flavor is hard to place – it wasn’t what we expect out of gelato
Pina Express – Tasted the least like its intended flavor, more like a Capri Sun than any tropical weed strain

Like TR Sun, I also favor the tropical, South Seas strains and some pineapple flavor – cannabis natively even has terpenes in common with tropical fruits. So this is the one you’d expect they’d nail, but perhaps they backed off on the flavor so it’s not too strong.

With this said, all the flavors were smooth, satisfying, and had great effects. We found all the strains to be giddy and uplifting, but none of them were extreme on the potency. Going by Eighty-Six Brands lab tests, which are comprehensive, we see 11.7% delta 8 and CBG 9.9. That’s right about what I would have guessed, with the CBG adding some extra energy to the formula.

Reasonable Pricing For a Preroll Done Right

At $9.99 each, these 1-gram prerolls are reasonably priced. You can tell that the product is aimed for recreational users, for those who enjoy hemp products and want using them to be as no-fuss and flavorful as possible. These prerolls burn evenly and taste as good on the last puff as they did on the first. They were made with the inspiration: “smoking joints should be fun.” And while we’re all about the serious business of cannabis around here, it is refreshing to see a product that just wants to be the best joint you’ve smoked today, nothing more. Blazed are the meek.

Hardcore cannabis users may not be that impressed. As said before, delta 8 has about exactly half the effect of THC, so many stoners don’t have the time for delta 8 in the first place. These are good potency, right at the middle of what I’d expect. But not that strong. If anything, CBG always seems to give delta 8 a kick for me, making for a more clear-headed, uplifting buzz. So for average or casual users, these will fit the bill perfectly.

Find Eighty-Six Brands delta 8 prerolls here.

Readers, you can mind-meld your thoughts with the hivemind about Eighty-Six Brands, pre-rolls, delta 8, CBG, the combination of same, or the price of tea in China here in the comments below or in our humble little forum.

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