One of the most common requests we get is to help with brand and logo design. Here are some of the favourite logos we've picked out from our past designs! Ever since man learned to climb, he aimed to climb to the highest peaks possible. Even Icarus tried to get close to the sun when he attempted to fly, and ever since we could soar the skies, we've always yearned to get as high as humanly possible. The same can be said for our relationship with cannabis. Once we found out that the kief falling off our seedy bush weed or the sticky resin on our palms from handling fresh cannabis was an even more potent smoke than the plant itself, concentrates quickly became an integral part of cannabis consumption and culture around the world. Where cannabis legalization for recreational use began with giving Canadians access to dried flower, oils, and seeds in October 2018, the second phase of cannabis legalization in Canada was unveiled in October 2019 ("Cannabis 2.0"), giving Canadians legal access to far more products such as vapes, edibles, beverages, concentrates, and topicals. Since then, cannabis concentrates have proven to hold a significant share of the cannabis market, with consumption, sales, and the development of products steadily increasing every year. According to data from Statistics Canada, sales of cannabis concentrates increased by 156.4% between March 2020 and March 2021, while sales of dried flower increased by only 52.1%. Recreational cannabis concentrate sales in Canada rose from 1,000,000 units in April 2020 to over three times as much in March of 2022, not even two years later!* This certainly shows a growing preference for concentrates among Canadian cannabis consumers, and this trend is expected to continue rising in the coming years.  BIG THCa Diamonds Up until around 20 years ago, the only cannabis concentrates people generally knew of were cannabis oil, resin (or hashish), and kief (dry-sieved trichomes). But nowadays, there’s a whole array of options when choosing a cannabis concentrate, all with various potency levels, terpene contents, and distinct consumption methods. As of February 2023, there are several hundred different cannabis concentrate products to be found and purchased legally in Canada, such as THC distillates, waxes, diamonds, shatter, rosin, live resins, hashish and more. The variety in concentrates just shows the demand consumers have for a tailored and unique cannabis experience. It's far more empowering than simply choosing an indica or sativa... consumers are now able to choose a specific cannabis product (and sometimes brand!) that suits their needs and preferences.
"The most fun aspect of concentrates is innovation!" |
 Hosh rosin being pressed. |  Twisted up hash rosin. |
"I've been making edibles commercially since 2015 and it's been fascinating to watch the evolution of inputs that became available. When distillate came around in the fall of 2016, it was a game changer. Super concentrated and easy to dose and practically tasteless. But I always found the effects to be lacking. Straight THC without other cannabinoids is certainly effective, but it's lacking. When hash rosin became available I jumped on it for a few reasons. For starters, the effects are incomparable to distillate edibles. I like to say that a THC distillate edible is like getting smacked in the face whereas a hash rosin edible is like a warm hug from an old friend. The entourage effect from the other cannabinoids and terpenes makes for such a full and beautiful feeling. I also love that they are solvent-free. While other methods use solvents like butane to extract concentrates, rosin only uses heat and pressure. It's a much cleaner product ultimately.", says Ari Cohen, co-founder of Fritz's Gummies.
"While other methods use solvents like butane to extract concentrates, rosin only uses heat and pressure. It's a much cleaner product ultimately."
- Ari Cohen (Fritz's Gummies)
 Ari Cohen (Fritz's Gummies) |  |
One factor driving the popularity of cannabis concentrates is their potency. Concentrates are made by extracting cannabinoids and terpenes from the plant material, resulting in a highly concentrated form of THC or CBD. This means that a smaller amount of concentrate can produce a more potent effect than a larger amount of dried flower. For many consumers, this translates into a healthier, more efficient and cost-effective way to consume cannabis. For example, concentrates are often preferred by cannabis users who use cannabis medicinally and require higher doses of THC or CBD to manage their symptoms. A patient with chronic pain
might want to vapourize a concentrate higher in THC than is typically found in dried flower to achieve the desired effect without the need for extensive toking or negatively impacting their health via smoking.
This rise in cannabis concentrate consumption in Canada is reflected in the growing popularity of "dabbing". This is a method of consuming concentrates that involves heating shatter, rosin, oil or live resin on a hot surface and inhaling the resulting vapour. While dabbing was once considered a niche activity, it's become increasingly mainstream in recent years, due in part to the availability of portable "dab rigs" or electronic vapourizers that make it easier for consumers to dab on-the-go.
"I think medical users and long-time users of cannabis are using concentrates more and more. But even the casual smoker is becoming more interested in 'dabbing', especially with all the tools out there now. Dab rigs and torches can be scary and put off new consumers. But with all the pens and electronic dab rigs it's allowed people to be introduced to concentrates in a softer way.", says Ari Cohen.
Another factor that might be driving the growth in concentrates is the simple nature of cannabis tolerance. Over the last thirty years we have seen THC potency in dried flower and concentrates increase significantly* and along with increased cannabis use across Canada*, one can consider the possibility that sheer cannabis tolerance might be a possible driving force contributing to concentrate sales. It’s not uncommon to see the regular cannabis user in an everlasting quest for that hard-hitting fire.
might want to vapourize a concentrate higher in THC than is typically found in dried flower to achieve the desired effect without the need for extensive toking or negatively impacting their health via smoking.
This rise in cannabis concentrate consumption in Canada is reflected in the growing popularity of "dabbing". This is a method of consuming concentrates that involves heating shatter, rosin, oil or live resin on a hot surface and inhaling the resulting vapour. While dabbing was once considered a niche activity, it's become increasingly mainstream in recent years, due in part to the availability of portable "dab rigs" or electronic vapourizers that make it easier for consumers to dab on-the-go.
"I think medical users and long-time users of cannabis are using concentrates more and more. But even the casual smoker is becoming more interested in 'dabbing', especially with all the tools out there now. Dab rigs and torches can be scary and put off new consumers. But with all the pens and electronic dab rigs it's allowed people to be introduced to concentrates in a softer way.", says Ari Cohen.
Another factor that might be driving the growth in concentrates is the simple nature of cannabis tolerance. Over the last thirty years we have seen THC potency in dried flower and concentrates increase significantly* and along with increased cannabis use across Canada*, one can consider the possibility that sheer cannabis tolerance might be a possible driving force contributing to concentrate sales. It’s not uncommon to see the regular cannabis user in an everlasting quest for that hard-hitting fire.
"Dab rigs and torches can be scary and put off new consumers. But with all the pens and electronic dab rigs it's allowed people to be introduced to concentrates in a softer way."
- Ari Cohen (Fritz's Gummies)
"Concentrate consumers fall into three categories. First, there are the connoisseurs who are always looking for the newest & best flavours and extraction techniques. These folks are small in number, but speak & smoke loud. We love these folks. Second, there are folks that are looking to maximize the bang-for-buck, often with hydrocarbon products like our BIG Diamonds or BIG Shatter which offer some pretty hard-hitting dabs at a reasonable price. This group may also benefit from the convenience of dabs: they’re fast, they’re small & they don’t smell. Great for when it's not convenient to spend 30 minutes rolling & smoking dried flower. Finally, there’s the infused crowd who are a new consumer group for us. Some come over from the prior groups, others are trading in their regular pre-rolls for something stronger or more flavourful. Each is unique, but what draws them together is the potential for unbeatable flavour & potency for infused. Over time we think the higher quality, better tasting & stronger products will do well.", says John Fowler.
BIG Budder
When it comes to my personal concentrate choice, I prefer some good-old hashish, especially as it doesn’t require any extra devices or contraptions to consume it. But that isn’t to say I haven’t had my fair share of dabs, where I almost stopped smoking flower for months altogether! Flavour plays a big role in my cannabis experience, and when it comes to parties, you can bet I’ll be cracking open an infused pre-roll to get things going. Even as a flower smoker, concentrates still play a big role in my life as a cannabis consumer.
I still remember over a decade ago being introduced to what was then a brand new category of concentrate cannabis connoisseurs referred to as “The Clear” (what we now call THC distillate). I was so shocked to have an exclusive viewing (and dabbing!) of this ultra-potent, tasteless and colourless glue-like substance for the first time. Now, just ten years later, it’s but one of many concentrates available to practically any adult in Canada and parts of the US. Long gone are the days when the only cannabis choices one could make was getting either marijuana bud or hashish. With the continuing advancement of technology, combined with the ongoing integration of genetic studies and laboratory sciences in the cannabis industry, the current selection and variety of concentrates in Canada can make the long-seasoned cannabis toker feel like a kid in a candy store.
Say what you will about stoners, but we are an innovative bunch. I can’t even imagine what other kinds of concentrates we’ll be seeing in the near future. I just know that the immense passion, creative focus, and high tolerances cannabis producers often have will eventually make today's THC diamonds look like grandpa’s old school hash!
*Sources:
Headset Report - Cannabis Concentrates: An analysis of category data & trends
Canada.ca - Cannabis extracts data: Inventory, sales and licensed area
Canada.ca - Canadian Cannabis Survey 2022: Summary
National Library of Medicine - Changes in Cannabis Potency over the Last Two Decades (1995-2014)
I still remember over a decade ago being introduced to what was then a brand new category of concentrate cannabis connoisseurs referred to as “The Clear” (what we now call THC distillate). I was so shocked to have an exclusive viewing (and dabbing!) of this ultra-potent, tasteless and colourless glue-like substance for the first time. Now, just ten years later, it’s but one of many concentrates available to practically any adult in Canada and parts of the US. Long gone are the days when the only cannabis choices one could make was getting either marijuana bud or hashish. With the continuing advancement of technology, combined with the ongoing integration of genetic studies and laboratory sciences in the cannabis industry, the current selection and variety of concentrates in Canada can make the long-seasoned cannabis toker feel like a kid in a candy store.
Say what you will about stoners, but we are an innovative bunch. I can’t even imagine what other kinds of concentrates we’ll be seeing in the near future. I just know that the immense passion, creative focus, and high tolerances cannabis producers often have will eventually make today's THC diamonds look like grandpa’s old school hash!
*Sources:
Headset Report - Cannabis Concentrates: An analysis of category data & trends
Canada.ca - Cannabis extracts data: Inventory, sales and licensed area
Canada.ca - Canadian Cannabis Survey 2022: Summary
National Library of Medicine - Changes in Cannabis Potency over the Last Two Decades (1995-2014)
When it comes to choosing a cannabis strain, many people focus on the THC content to determine the high they will experience. However, the terpenes in a strain can play an even more significant role in whether it has indica or sativa effects.
Terpenes are aromatic compounds that are found in many plants, including cannabis. They are responsible for the plant's distinct aroma and can also have various effects on the body when consumed. Cannabis strains contain different combinations and concentrations of terpenes, which can significantly impact the overall experience.
Indica strains are generally known for their relaxing and sedative effects, while sativa strains are associated with more energizing and uplifting effects. However, research suggests that terpenes play a more significant role in these effects than the THC content.
For example, the terpene myrcene, which is commonly found in indica strains, has sedative effects and can help to relax the body. Limonene, on the other hand, is a terpene that is found in many sativa strains and has energizing effects. Pinene, which is found in both indica and sativa strains, can have a stimulating effect on the mind.
Terpenes are aromatic compounds that are found in many plants, including cannabis. They are responsible for the plant's distinct aroma and can also have various effects on the body when consumed. Cannabis strains contain different combinations and concentrations of terpenes, which can significantly impact the overall experience.
Indica strains are generally known for their relaxing and sedative effects, while sativa strains are associated with more energizing and uplifting effects. However, research suggests that terpenes play a more significant role in these effects than the THC content.
For example, the terpene myrcene, which is commonly found in indica strains, has sedative effects and can help to relax the body. Limonene, on the other hand, is a terpene that is found in many sativa strains and has energizing effects. Pinene, which is found in both indica and sativa strains, can have a stimulating effect on the mind.
Other terpenes, such as linalool, beta-caryophyllene, and terpinolene, can also influence the overall effects of a strain. Understanding the different terpenes and their effects can help consumers choose a strain that will provide the desired effects.
In conclusion, while THC content is undoubtedly essential when choosing a cannabis strain, terpenes play an equally significant role in determining whether a strain has indica or sativa effects. By considering the terpene profile of a strain, consumers can make a more informed decision about the experience they can expect.
In conclusion, while THC content is undoubtedly essential when choosing a cannabis strain, terpenes play an equally significant role in determining whether a strain has indica or sativa effects. By considering the terpene profile of a strain, consumers can make a more informed decision about the experience they can expect.
An announcement has been made today by the Government of Canada discussing the launch of a new legislative review of the current Cannabis Act in Canada.
Since the Cannabis Act was introduced by Canadian Parliament in 2017, there have been many challenges faced by consumers and businesses alike. One of the common complaints from the public and industry has been the 10mg limit on THC content in cannabis edibles and beverages.
It is sad to still see the stigmatization of cannabis in Canadian cannabis regulations when compared to the regulation of alcohol consumption. For example, adult Canadians can purchase alcohol legally from stores with no limit on how much they can purchase, with no need to show ID (unless suspected as underage), with no restrictions on packaging design and can even purchase their alcohol with their kids present. None of these privileges are available to the cannabis consumer, despite cannabis being far less dangerous than alcohol and even used as a medicine by many. As you can see from just these points, the Cannabis Act could do with a few revisions.
Let's hope this Cannabis Act review brings some positive changes.
For more information visit www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2022/09/government-of-canada-launches-legislative-review-of-the-cannabis-act.html
Since the Cannabis Act was introduced by Canadian Parliament in 2017, there have been many challenges faced by consumers and businesses alike. One of the common complaints from the public and industry has been the 10mg limit on THC content in cannabis edibles and beverages.
It is sad to still see the stigmatization of cannabis in Canadian cannabis regulations when compared to the regulation of alcohol consumption. For example, adult Canadians can purchase alcohol legally from stores with no limit on how much they can purchase, with no need to show ID (unless suspected as underage), with no restrictions on packaging design and can even purchase their alcohol with their kids present. None of these privileges are available to the cannabis consumer, despite cannabis being far less dangerous than alcohol and even used as a medicine by many. As you can see from just these points, the Cannabis Act could do with a few revisions.
Let's hope this Cannabis Act review brings some positive changes.
For more information visit www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2022/09/government-of-canada-launches-legislative-review-of-the-cannabis-act.html
 | Written by Gideon BentataGideon is the founder of Cognition Studios and works as a writer, graphic designer, cannabis educator and marketing consultant in Toronto, Canada.  |
The Jamaican beef patty is a staple street food snack in Toronto, introduced to Canada during the migration of Jamaican and Caribbean peoples in the 1960's and 70's.
Originally based on the Cornish pasty from United Kingdom, the Jamaican beef patty uses different seasonings transforming it into the spicy and infamous snack it has now become. So popular in Toronto, in fact, that you can grab one at practically every subway station downtown. But with Jamaican patties available all around the city, the everlong debate continues... Who makes the best Jamaican patty in the city?
As a long time stoner and die-hard foodie, being on the hunt for new eats and tasty munchies around the city is a weekly tradition, and trying a patty or two along the journey is an activity that is simply unavoidable.
Coming from Gibraltar I had never seen a Jamaican patty until I was studying and living in Toronto, but over the last 20 years it has become a part of my Canadian culture as much as maple syrup and poutine. And if one likes patties, wherever you go, one must try the patty sandwich supreme, where your patty is sandwiched in between sweet coco bread with spicy jerk chicken and creamy coleslaw! There is nothing like it!
There are three key factors that make the best patty... the pastry, the filling and the flavour. The pastry should be light, flakey, buttery and slightly crunchy. The filling should be a substantial amount and of high quality ingredients. The flavour should be savoury and spicy, with the distinct taste of scotch bonnet peppers. How long it's been heated in the toaster oven also makes a big difference, which most places seem to ignore.. Not baked enough means a floppy, soft patty. Heated for too long gives you a dry, crusty solid patty. Just like in the story of Goldilocks, it has to be just right.
I've done the leg work (or mouth work!) and tried patties from almost every corner of the city, so to steer you in the right direction I'll give you my recommendations for the top 3 in Toronto:
Originally based on the Cornish pasty from United Kingdom, the Jamaican beef patty uses different seasonings transforming it into the spicy and infamous snack it has now become. So popular in Toronto, in fact, that you can grab one at practically every subway station downtown. But with Jamaican patties available all around the city, the everlong debate continues... Who makes the best Jamaican patty in the city?
As a long time stoner and die-hard foodie, being on the hunt for new eats and tasty munchies around the city is a weekly tradition, and trying a patty or two along the journey is an activity that is simply unavoidable.
Coming from Gibraltar I had never seen a Jamaican patty until I was studying and living in Toronto, but over the last 20 years it has become a part of my Canadian culture as much as maple syrup and poutine. And if one likes patties, wherever you go, one must try the patty sandwich supreme, where your patty is sandwiched in between sweet coco bread with spicy jerk chicken and creamy coleslaw! There is nothing like it!
There are three key factors that make the best patty... the pastry, the filling and the flavour. The pastry should be light, flakey, buttery and slightly crunchy. The filling should be a substantial amount and of high quality ingredients. The flavour should be savoury and spicy, with the distinct taste of scotch bonnet peppers. How long it's been heated in the toaster oven also makes a big difference, which most places seem to ignore.. Not baked enough means a floppy, soft patty. Heated for too long gives you a dry, crusty solid patty. Just like in the story of Goldilocks, it has to be just right.
I've done the leg work (or mouth work!) and tried patties from almost every corner of the city, so to steer you in the right direction I'll give you my recommendations for the top 3 in Toronto:
 | Allan's Pastry Shop 3056 DON MILLS RD E, NORTH YORK In terms of price and quality, there is nothing like fresh patties from Allan's Pastry Shop. This humble bakery is hidden away in the Peanut Plaza Mall serving fresh patties, bread and pastries daily. Unlike other patty shops that typically only have beef or veggie options, Allan's even has curry goat patties.. something rarely seen and tasted in the city! Allan's patties use a pastry that is light and flaky, and the fillings are always perfectly seasoned. Allan's Pastry Shop is one of my all-time favourite places to visit when I want spicy beef patties. Their chicken patties are also very flavourful and must be tasted. It's no wonder the majority of patties around the city are distributed by Allan's Pastry Shop! You can see all the locations that carry their patties on their website. |
 | Phamilyeats 858 EGLINTON AVE E, EAST YORK At the start of the pandemic in 2020, a young Philipino man launched his own homemade patty and pie delivery business from home that instantly won the hearts of Torontonians who were all at stuck indoors during the pandemic. Specializing in beef patties, chicken pies and beef pies, Phamilyeats could only initially be ordered and purchased via Instagram! The business quickly exploded when they launched their eCommerce website, which soon became flooded with customers, eventually requiring all visitors to join a waitlist just to place an order! Unlike the typical city patty, these patties feel and taste truly homemade. The crust is bright yellow, buttery and not as light as typical patties. Once you take a bite, you can instantly see the patty is generously filled with high-quality beef, unlike inferior patty fillings that can often be like a paste. The seasoning used for the meat filling is extremely tasty but also distinct from the typical Jamaican patty. I hear their pot pies are also out of this world! |
 | Golden Patty 187 BALDWIN ST, TORONTO Tucked away in the epicentre of Kensington Market, this small bakery is known for their affordable baked treats and Jamaican food. I'd come here on my breaks from working in the area and grab a beef patty from time to time. But It's their curry chicken patty that is unforgettable. Unlike a typical chicken patty that has similar flavouring to its beef counterpart, the chicken curry patty is truly something special! Spicy and seasoned to perfection, this patty is a refreshing change with its spicy, Jamaican curry flavour. Similar to the patty sandwich supreme, Golden Patty also has their own take, offering to sandwich your patty in coco bread with cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise. |
  | Honourable Patty Mentions Randy's Take Out (RIP) 876 YONGE ST, TORONTO This small Jamaican take-out spot on Eglinton Ave W was extremely popular for their beef patties, with regular line-ups out the door. Unfortunately, they have recently closed. Brazil Bakery & Pastry Ltd 1566 DUNDAS ST W., TORONTO This incredible Portuguese/Brazilian bakery sells many traditional baked goods and snacks. Although not technically a Jamaican beef patty, if you're looking for a patty of a different kind, one has to try their beef empanadas. With a juicy, seasoned beef filling, and a flour-based crust, these small but tasty empanadas can be a lovely change from your traditional patty. They're so good, I couldn't help but mention them. |
 | Written by Gideon BentataGideon is the founder of Cognition Studios and works as a writer, graphic designer, cannabis educator and marketing consultant in Toronto, Canada. |
| Yes, you heard that right! Right now in Toronto, there's a clinical study underway that requires you to get high smoking your favourite legally purchased cannabis and use a Virtual Reality headset! A modern-day stoner's dream come true! Vitalabs is a Toronto-based lab that is conducting a cannabis clinical study that aims to evaluate the accuracy of a cannabis impairment detection algorithm which is administered via a standard Virtual Reality Headset. This device detects cannabis impairment using eye movement data. The study is approx. 2.5-3 hours long (most of which is to ensure you are okay to leave the clinic safety wise). In order to participate, you must have:
Transportation costs (up to $30) will also be covered. To learn more visit https://cannabis.vitalabs.clinic/ |  |
Ora Murphy is a writer and artist based in Los Angeles, USA, and has published several books and pieces of art. Recently, one of her projects has been scribing and painting Hebrew letters in her own unique and Mandala-like style and decided to release the letters as a colouring book children and adults could purchase to view her work and colour their own versions.
Ora approached us for a consultation and provided specific instructions to create a design for her title "Ora's Happy Hebrew Tangles" that she could use, design a book cover that reflected her unique style, and laying out the book for different methods of production.
All we received were scanned images of all her letters which we retouched and cleaned up digitally. We also had to create black and white versions of her coloured letters. While designing the book cover, we used some of her artistic borders she illustrated as elements for the design.
We had to create two different book layouts for the publication as one would be printed in colour by an independent printer, while the other format was to be black and white and for sale through Amazon's print-on-demand service (which had its own specific submission requirements).
We were stoked when we received photos of the first batch of books that were sent from their printer. The books looked great, inside and out!
Want to learn more about Ora Murphy? Visit www.AuraByOra.com .
Ora approached us for a consultation and provided specific instructions to create a design for her title "Ora's Happy Hebrew Tangles" that she could use, design a book cover that reflected her unique style, and laying out the book for different methods of production.
All we received were scanned images of all her letters which we retouched and cleaned up digitally. We also had to create black and white versions of her coloured letters. While designing the book cover, we used some of her artistic borders she illustrated as elements for the design.
We had to create two different book layouts for the publication as one would be printed in colour by an independent printer, while the other format was to be black and white and for sale through Amazon's print-on-demand service (which had its own specific submission requirements).
We were stoked when we received photos of the first batch of books that were sent from their printer. The books looked great, inside and out!
Want to learn more about Ora Murphy? Visit www.AuraByOra.com .
EverLush Company is a Toronto-based business that specializes in natural food supplements, with their staple product being natural sea moss.
After recently expanding their distribution channels by getting their products on Amazon, they seeked our help in sprucing up their logo and package design. At the time, they had not finalized their logo brand design and were using plain pouches for their products that they would label with stickers.
After our free consultation, we got to learn more about EverLush who wanted to create custom pouches for their sea moss products and create a final logo they could use consistently going forward. We realized that by entering the Amazon marketplace, their competition would be high and would need to ensure that their brand and packages stood out amongst the rest.
We began by providing various logo concepts that were based on the sample designs they were playing with. Once a logo was finalized, we looked at various packages and designs as examples and started playing with different layouts and mockups for their packages that we suggested. We also helped them with ideas on how they could add any Best Before date information on each package efficiently.
We requested custom package templates from the printer which we used to layout our designs. EverLush were very happy with our work and got their packages manufactured immediately. We were very happy with how the results came out, and we can proudly say that their sea moss packaging is far better than any of their competitors.
Want to learn more about EverLush? Visit www.EverlushCompany.com
After recently expanding their distribution channels by getting their products on Amazon, they seeked our help in sprucing up their logo and package design. At the time, they had not finalized their logo brand design and were using plain pouches for their products that they would label with stickers.
After our free consultation, we got to learn more about EverLush who wanted to create custom pouches for their sea moss products and create a final logo they could use consistently going forward. We realized that by entering the Amazon marketplace, their competition would be high and would need to ensure that their brand and packages stood out amongst the rest.
We began by providing various logo concepts that were based on the sample designs they were playing with. Once a logo was finalized, we looked at various packages and designs as examples and started playing with different layouts and mockups for their packages that we suggested. We also helped them with ideas on how they could add any Best Before date information on each package efficiently.
We requested custom package templates from the printer which we used to layout our designs. EverLush were very happy with our work and got their packages manufactured immediately. We were very happy with how the results came out, and we can proudly say that their sea moss packaging is far better than any of their competitors.
Want to learn more about EverLush? Visit www.EverlushCompany.com
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I recently had the privilege to review the Karma Cup Judges Kit for the team at Skunk Magazine, which was filled with tons of great smokeables and edibles from producers all around the country. As a seasoned smoker, I've come across quite a few cool cannabis creations in my time, but there definitely were quite a few things in the kit that surprised me and left an impression.
An unforgettable chocolate by Tribal Delights was one of them, and it will forever be etched in my mind as one of the prettiest and tastiest chocolates I've ever had the opportunity to try, infused or not!
Tribal Delights is a British Columbia based edible company, specializing in handcrafted, artisan chocolates and gummies. Unlike many edible makers today that infuse their food with THC distillate, Tribal Delights infuse their edibles with traditional methods, medicating their chocolates with infused coconut butter, and their gummies with cannabis tincture.
They have 3 main products:
An unforgettable chocolate by Tribal Delights was one of them, and it will forever be etched in my mind as one of the prettiest and tastiest chocolates I've ever had the opportunity to try, infused or not!
Tribal Delights is a British Columbia based edible company, specializing in handcrafted, artisan chocolates and gummies. Unlike many edible makers today that infuse their food with THC distillate, Tribal Delights infuse their edibles with traditional methods, medicating their chocolates with infused coconut butter, and their gummies with cannabis tincture.
They have 3 main products:
Their Rainbow Delight is a heavy-hitting, large-sized gummy coin. It's made of three gummy layers, with the top layer forming a beautiful green marijuana leaf. Colourful, pretty, and heavy, this dense gummy takes a few bites to finish, and it's a good thing too! Coming in three large doses, you won't want to eat the whole thing at once like I did! Instead of a nice hazy afternoon, I was left pleasantly groggy and unproductive after a couple hours.
Their other fine edible in their product line is their Karma Cup-winning Thunder Bar which comes in 150/300/450mg doses in white, dark, and milk chocolate, Following the tribal theme and the artistic vibe, these chocolate bars have custom moulds, reminiscent of native totem poles adorned with cannabis leaves. Packaged by hand in different coloured foil wrapping for each kind of chocolate, the bars are labelled with nicely designed sleeves. But what really impressed me were the chocolates' simple and natural ingredients, using nothing but cacao butter, infused coconut butter and honey. This is refreshing to see when so many edibles out there are ladened with many colourings, preservatives and artificial ingredients.
Saving my favourite for last, are their incredible Spirit Squares. This was the edible that I felt really stood out amongst all others in the Karma Cup Judges Kit. I was truly impressed to see what lied beneath the foil wrapping when I opened it up for the first time. A cute chocolate tile, made with dark chocolate, topped with a layer of white chocolate with a two-tone picture printed on it! Each tile has a different tribal picture on it, from abstract designs, to native toques and turqoise marijuana leaves, appearing more like luxury, commercial-grade chocolates than common artisan handcrafted edibles.
These squares are so pretty in fact, you almost feel bad eating them! But, once they melt in your mouth, that won't matter. The blend of white chocolate and dark chocolate have a really smooth and rich flavour, hiding the cannabis taste very well despite these small tiles having a dose of 100mgs and 150mgs of THC! Coming in boxes of four, it's a perfect edible to share and surprise friends with or give as an elegant gift to someone very deserving.
Although a relative newcomer to the cannabis edible industry, with products like these and a Karma Cup under their belt, you know they mean business! Check out their online store on TribalDelights.ca and make sure to follow them on Facebook and Instagram (@tribaldelights) where they often post special promotions and giveaways.
Appearance/Packaging: 7/10
Smell/Texture/Taste: 9/10
Effects: 10/10
Final Score: 8/10
For further information, contact
https://www.facebook.com/TribalDelightsTreats/
These squares are so pretty in fact, you almost feel bad eating them! But, once they melt in your mouth, that won't matter. The blend of white chocolate and dark chocolate have a really smooth and rich flavour, hiding the cannabis taste very well despite these small tiles having a dose of 100mgs and 150mgs of THC! Coming in boxes of four, it's a perfect edible to share and surprise friends with or give as an elegant gift to someone very deserving.
Although a relative newcomer to the cannabis edible industry, with products like these and a Karma Cup under their belt, you know they mean business! Check out their online store on TribalDelights.ca and make sure to follow them on Facebook and Instagram (@tribaldelights) where they often post special promotions and giveaways.
Appearance/Packaging: 7/10
Smell/Texture/Taste: 9/10
Effects: 10/10
Final Score: 8/10
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 | Written by Gideon BentataGideon is the founder of Cognition Studios and works as a writer, graphic designer, cannabis educator and marketing consultant in Toronto, Canada. |
AS WE ALL KNOW, the medicinal and recreational cannabis industry is one that is fast developing across the whole world, with Canada aiming for recreational legalization later in 2018. Anyone doing a little bit of research will see that while cannabis access has improved over the last decade in Canada through the Government medical licensing programs or with upcoming legalization for recreational use, the Government have always made every attempt to control its production, distribution and profits, continually arresting individuals and raiding dispensaries across the country. Despite BC having an effective private dispensary model, Provinces are now in talks of setting up a whole new standard for distribution where the Government and liquor boards can get the pieces of the pie.
A membership driven cooperative, the National lndigenous Medical Cannabis Association (NIMCA) is a non-profit corporation developed by lndigenous peoples, for lndigenous peoples. Established in January 2017, NIMCA’s purpose is to educate, promote, advocate and defend the interests and rights of lndigenous people, communities and businesses involved or wishing to be involved in the cannabis industry throughout Canada and its Treaty territories.
NIMCA also represents a growing network of cannabis and hemp growers and farmers, hemp processors and manufacturers, dispensary owners and other cannabis industry related operations, with 21 businesses currently on board.
Now, as the U.N. Declaration on the rights of Indigenous Peoples states, Indigenous peoples have the right to maintain, control, protect and develop their cultural heritage, traditional knowledge and traditional cultural expressions, as well as the manifestations of their sciences, technologies and cultures, including human and genetic resources, seeds, medicines, knowledge of the properties of fauna and flor oral traditions, literatures, designs, sports and traditional games and visual and performing arts. They also have the right to maintain, control, protect and develop their intellectual property over such cultural heritage, traditional knowledge, and traditional cultural expressions.
Arguably, there is more traditional and historical knowledge and use of the hemp and cannabis plant within Indigenous or First Nation communities than in common colonial society, and given the increasing value of hemp and cannabis in the current emerging global market, it is of utmost importance we protect not only what is a vital part of our cultural history, but a highly valuable asset that can allow our communities to thrive in this booming economy, while potentially strengthening our negotiating power when dealing with Government. But as Natives know all too well (in any country), many of our rights and resources get unfairly taken away from us by those ultimately in positions of power.
Currently, each Province is setting their own regulations for the legalization of recreational cannabis, and when looking at current regulations for medicinal cannabis production and distribution, or even proposed regulations within a recreational context, one thing is for certain… very few privileges are being given to the private market, with strict regulations and extremely high penalties for infractions.
NIMCA has a vision to standardize the legal cannabis industry within Indigenous cannabis communities not only in philosophy and education, but in true practice with a safe and fully traceable production and distribution model that is up to Government standard (and higher!). In doing so, it offers the Government no reason to interfere. Instead, NIMCA plans to develop a model so effective, it allows for lucrative business relationships to be developed between the Indigenous people and Canada, as well as with the global cannabis market.
NIMCA currently boasts a facility that rivals those of current Canadian cannabis Licensed Producers and makes every effort to follow all their proposed facility, security and production procedures. In accordance with their vision to create a fully traceable system for their community, NIMCA works with only a select few designated medical cannabis growers and own a commercial facility that offers every service under one roof that any cannabis-related business could ever possibly need.
In an effort to ensure Government standards or higher, the facility was set up following similar guidelines set out by the Canadian government for legal Licensed Producers, while also creating departments for quality concentrate production, edible production, and even on-site testing. With access to these services, NIMCA offers Indigenous communities the ability to create a standardized and safe cannabis industry to thrive in and self-regulate.
Their facility is already prepared for the expansion of cannabis access options for the public and houses a food-grade kitchen for creating commercial-grade quality edibles, a cannabis extraction department capable of making several kinds of concentrates, an inventory warehouse for smoking accessories and apparel, a packaging department with professional grade packaging and labeling equipment, a highly secure vault for safe cannabis storage, on-site security and surveillance, and even a fully equipped lab department capable of doing on-site batch testing of products!
NIMCA also plans to develop a cooperative growing project allowing the cultivation of cannabis and hemp plants in one secure and regulated location in order to further ensure traceability and standardization across all Indigenous cannabis businesses, keeping the industry out of the hands of criminals and the black market.
With NIMCA’s model, any cannabis business that is part of the organization will be able to provide records that track every product from seed to sale, which will support a thriving and protected Indigenous cannabis market, and using this healing plant to restore, revitalize and heal native communities across Canada by securing their place within the emerging cannabis market.
A membership driven cooperative, the National lndigenous Medical Cannabis Association (NIMCA) is a non-profit corporation developed by lndigenous peoples, for lndigenous peoples. Established in January 2017, NIMCA’s purpose is to educate, promote, advocate and defend the interests and rights of lndigenous people, communities and businesses involved or wishing to be involved in the cannabis industry throughout Canada and its Treaty territories.
NIMCA also represents a growing network of cannabis and hemp growers and farmers, hemp processors and manufacturers, dispensary owners and other cannabis industry related operations, with 21 businesses currently on board.
Now, as the U.N. Declaration on the rights of Indigenous Peoples states, Indigenous peoples have the right to maintain, control, protect and develop their cultural heritage, traditional knowledge and traditional cultural expressions, as well as the manifestations of their sciences, technologies and cultures, including human and genetic resources, seeds, medicines, knowledge of the properties of fauna and flor oral traditions, literatures, designs, sports and traditional games and visual and performing arts. They also have the right to maintain, control, protect and develop their intellectual property over such cultural heritage, traditional knowledge, and traditional cultural expressions.
Arguably, there is more traditional and historical knowledge and use of the hemp and cannabis plant within Indigenous or First Nation communities than in common colonial society, and given the increasing value of hemp and cannabis in the current emerging global market, it is of utmost importance we protect not only what is a vital part of our cultural history, but a highly valuable asset that can allow our communities to thrive in this booming economy, while potentially strengthening our negotiating power when dealing with Government. But as Natives know all too well (in any country), many of our rights and resources get unfairly taken away from us by those ultimately in positions of power.
Currently, each Province is setting their own regulations for the legalization of recreational cannabis, and when looking at current regulations for medicinal cannabis production and distribution, or even proposed regulations within a recreational context, one thing is for certain… very few privileges are being given to the private market, with strict regulations and extremely high penalties for infractions.
NIMCA has a vision to standardize the legal cannabis industry within Indigenous cannabis communities not only in philosophy and education, but in true practice with a safe and fully traceable production and distribution model that is up to Government standard (and higher!). In doing so, it offers the Government no reason to interfere. Instead, NIMCA plans to develop a model so effective, it allows for lucrative business relationships to be developed between the Indigenous people and Canada, as well as with the global cannabis market.
NIMCA currently boasts a facility that rivals those of current Canadian cannabis Licensed Producers and makes every effort to follow all their proposed facility, security and production procedures. In accordance with their vision to create a fully traceable system for their community, NIMCA works with only a select few designated medical cannabis growers and own a commercial facility that offers every service under one roof that any cannabis-related business could ever possibly need.
In an effort to ensure Government standards or higher, the facility was set up following similar guidelines set out by the Canadian government for legal Licensed Producers, while also creating departments for quality concentrate production, edible production, and even on-site testing. With access to these services, NIMCA offers Indigenous communities the ability to create a standardized and safe cannabis industry to thrive in and self-regulate.
Their facility is already prepared for the expansion of cannabis access options for the public and houses a food-grade kitchen for creating commercial-grade quality edibles, a cannabis extraction department capable of making several kinds of concentrates, an inventory warehouse for smoking accessories and apparel, a packaging department with professional grade packaging and labeling equipment, a highly secure vault for safe cannabis storage, on-site security and surveillance, and even a fully equipped lab department capable of doing on-site batch testing of products!
NIMCA also plans to develop a cooperative growing project allowing the cultivation of cannabis and hemp plants in one secure and regulated location in order to further ensure traceability and standardization across all Indigenous cannabis businesses, keeping the industry out of the hands of criminals and the black market.
With NIMCA’s model, any cannabis business that is part of the organization will be able to provide records that track every product from seed to sale, which will support a thriving and protected Indigenous cannabis market, and using this healing plant to restore, revitalize and heal native communities across Canada by securing their place within the emerging cannabis market.
 | Written by Gideon BentataGideon is the founder of Cognition Studios and works as a writer, graphic designer, cannabis educator and marketing consultant in Toronto, Canada. |
Hello fellow tokers,
Have you ever heard of kief? It's that dusty stuff that collects at the bottom of your weed grinder that most people tend to ignore or throw out when that grinder starts getting stuck.
To be more specific, "kief" is made up mostly of the broken trichomes and plant debris that fall off the cannabis buds and leaves, which some could call the first ever solventless concentrate of cannabis! The technical term is called, "Dry-sift extraction".
Have you ever heard of kief? It's that dusty stuff that collects at the bottom of your weed grinder that most people tend to ignore or throw out when that grinder starts getting stuck.
To be more specific, "kief" is made up mostly of the broken trichomes and plant debris that fall off the cannabis buds and leaves, which some could call the first ever solventless concentrate of cannabis! The technical term is called, "Dry-sift extraction".
"Trichomes" are the tiny, sticky stalks or "crystals" on your cannabis buds and leaves that contain a high amount of THC (the cannabis compound responsible for the psychoactive high), and it's this fine powder that infamous Moroccan hashish is made with, using a process of beating the buds over a tightly bound screen.
So no, do not throw out that powder that collects on the edges of your grinder!
So no, do not throw out that powder that collects on the edges of your grinder!
What many cannabis smokers don't know is that kief not only comes from buds, but also from leftover stems and shake that many would otherwise throw away, and there are some easier methods to collect it aside from using your grinder.
In this article, we're going to show you how you can still make good use of your stems and leftover shake, and the many things you can do with your kief!
In this article, we're going to show you how you can still make good use of your stems and leftover shake, and the many things you can do with your kief!
Many years ago, I came across a cannabis accessory called the "Pollen Shaker", and it's probably one of the most valued cannabis accessories I have ever owned. It's lasted me so many years, it's fool-proof to use and it's blessed me with the opportunity to toke when there were days I had no cannabis left at all.
The "Pollen Shaker" is essentially a handheld aluminium or PVC tube that can be opened from both ends and has a fine screen built-in halfway inside. Used as a handheld kief shaker, one can put their ground up buds, trim and shake into one end, freeze the tube for 20minutes (rendering the trichomes on the cannabis brittle and easily breakable), and with a good 5 minute shake produce a sizeable mound of powdery kief on the other side.
This process can be repeated a couple times until you notice that the powder becomes more green in colour as more plant material (and less trichomes) starts passing through the fine screen mesh. This not only makes your kief less potent and pure, but the flavour also becomes far more plant-like when smoked.
The "Pollen Shaker" is essentially a handheld aluminium or PVC tube that can be opened from both ends and has a fine screen built-in halfway inside. Used as a handheld kief shaker, one can put their ground up buds, trim and shake into one end, freeze the tube for 20minutes (rendering the trichomes on the cannabis brittle and easily breakable), and with a good 5 minute shake produce a sizeable mound of powdery kief on the other side.
This process can be repeated a couple times until you notice that the powder becomes more green in colour as more plant material (and less trichomes) starts passing through the fine screen mesh. This not only makes your kief less potent and pure, but the flavour also becomes far more plant-like when smoked.
There are quite a few kief-makers on the market that typically tend to be more tray-like in fashion, making them too bulky to freeze in a common freezer and makes it difficult to efficiently shake the kief from the cannabis. The "Pollen Shaker" on the other hand, can be shaken vigorously and is far more efficient as a kief separator than the alternatives.
The amazing thing is that we often underestimate how much kief we can actually produce from the weed stems we would typically throw away! Start collecting your stems, and after a few joints, you could have enough stems to collect a gram of high quality kief!
Now, did I mention that Kief can sometimes be as high as 60% in THC? Not bad for some stems and leafy shake!
So what can we do with this kief? Well, there are a number of ways we can make use of this powdery gold:
The amazing thing is that we often underestimate how much kief we can actually produce from the weed stems we would typically throw away! Start collecting your stems, and after a few joints, you could have enough stems to collect a gram of high quality kief!
Now, did I mention that Kief can sometimes be as high as 60% in THC? Not bad for some stems and leafy shake!
So what can we do with this kief? Well, there are a number of ways we can make use of this powdery gold:
- Smoke it as is - fill up a bong or pipe bowl with some kief (optionally add tobacco) for a super smooth, yet hard hitting smoke or sprinkle some of this solventless cannabis extract into your joints or bowls for that extra THC boost. (Don't put too much or no air will pass through!)
- Moonrocks and Moonrockets - coat your buds or joints with some sticky cannabis oil and brush on a layer of kief for an out of this world high
- Homemade Dry-Sift Hashish - Press your kief using your fingers or some heat and a Pollen Press to create Pollen Pucks (small discs of dry sift hash)
- Rosin - A rosin press like this one uses high pressure and heated plates to extract the oils out of cannabis buds to create "rosin", and pressing kief will create an even more concentrated rosin extract.
- Topicals and Edibles - Kief can be used to infuse butter or oils to create cannabis edibles and topicals, such as with the Magical Butter or the Levo machine. Unlike infusing butter or oils with cannabis buds, infusing with kief will result in less green colour and less of a plant-like taste!
- Extracts and Tinctures - kief can be used to make concentrated cannabis extracts with the use of high-proof alcohol or solvents. When decarboxylated, it can be left in high-proof ethanol (drinking alcohol) to create a medicinal tincture.
When I was once a budtender, I was fortunate enough to keep all the stems and floor buds (yes, buds that fell on the floor, lol) at the end of every day. After accumulating bags of the stuff over a few months, I collected enough kief to fill my largest tupperware tub in my home. I would bong this with a few flakes of weed (to help it burn) and essentially toked free for almost a year!
So now that you know a little more about kief, what are you going to do with it?
 | Written by Gideon BentataGideon is the founder of Cognition Studios and works as a writer, graphic designer, cannabis educator and marketing consultant in Toronto, Canada. |
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The Baked Shop is a craft cannabis edible company located in Toronto that specializes in small-batch, gluten-free edibles available online in Canada for mail order. We met The Baked Shop team at a networking event in the Toronto Yongesterdam Lounge and were fortunate enough to go home with a few of their edibles in hand! Thanks guys!
The Baked Shop has a full menu of dessert items to choose from, all ranging in different doses of THC distillate, and today we are reviewing their "Sucka-Dees" gummies, their "Brownie Bite" and their Cookies & Creme Rice Crispy Square.
The Baked Shop use lab tested THC distillate in their edible creations, ensuring accurate dosing and no cannabis flavour to interfere with the flavour of the edibles.
The Baked Shop has a full menu of dessert items to choose from, all ranging in different doses of THC distillate, and today we are reviewing their "Sucka-Dees" gummies, their "Brownie Bite" and their Cookies & Creme Rice Crispy Square.
The Baked Shop use lab tested THC distillate in their edible creations, ensuring accurate dosing and no cannabis flavour to interfere with the flavour of the edibles.
 | Brownie Bite (45mg THC) The presentation of these little brownies are just adorable, and look very similar to a cake pop without the stick. The icing was really tasty and the sprinkles added a nice crunch to the soft brownie. The brownie itself had a sweet, coconutty and rich chocolate flavour. Although not as dense or chewy as the brownies I typically enjoy, this Brownie Bite was really tasty. Dosed at 45mg of THC, this is a great snack for the regular toker who wants something light. For someone who doesn't toke as often, this would be a great starting point into edibles as the dose is not too high. |
 | Cookies & Creme Rice Crispy Square (35mg THC) The moment I opened up the package I could smell the sweetness of this rice crispy square. Unlike most rice crispy treats that are laid flat on a tray and then sliced into perfect squares, this one seemed to be molded by hand, giving it quite a unique look. What I really liked about this rice crispy treat were the pieces of oreo cookie embedded into it which gave it a great chocolatey flavour. It also wasn't overly sweet like many other rice crispy squares I've had in the past. For a large rice crispy square, the dose is quite low at 35mg of THC, which is great for anyone new to edibles or cannabis. I personally would prefer a far smaller dessert snack for a lower dosed edible like this one, but for someone hungry and not looking for an intense high, this is for you. It's large size also gives one the option to micro dose by easily dividing the square in portions. |
 | Sucka-Dees (130mg THC) These lovely green gummies come two in a pack and are shaped like adorable mini penises! In my history with edibles, I find that most cannabis edible companies can't seem to nail the right texture and quality of commercial grade gummies. These gummies on the other hand, looked great, had a perfect gumminess and texture, and were super sweet and flavourful. They tasted like sour apple and were dosed higher than the other desserts at 130mg of THC per pack, so they were right up my alley. After having one, I couldn't wait to put the next little green penis in my mouth (kinky!). If you're new to edibles or have a lower cannabis tolerance, I would start with half of one gummy and see how you feel within a couple hours. Being a regular edible and cannabis user, I had both in one sitting. Within an hour or so, my worries began to melt and I was feeling very relaxed. |
Summary
I really enjoyed having these Baked Shop treats, but the Sucka-Dees were by far my favourite. Many edibles in the legacy market (and even the legal market!) are often made with cheap and artificial ingredients, so it's nice to see that The Baked Shop make all their desserts gluten-free and with quality-sourced ingredients. What I also appreciated was the detailed labeling that not only listed all ingredients, but nutritional information as well. You'll be surprised how many legacy market edibles out there don't list either.
Accessing The Baked Shop
The Baked Shop can be purchased and ordered online on www.thebakedshop.co or on the online mail order site www.westcoastsupply.ca. They can also be found on instagram @the_baked_shop.
Appearance/Packaging: 7/10
Smell/Texture/Taste: 8/10
Effects: 7/10
Final Score: 7/10
I really enjoyed having these Baked Shop treats, but the Sucka-Dees were by far my favourite. Many edibles in the legacy market (and even the legal market!) are often made with cheap and artificial ingredients, so it's nice to see that The Baked Shop make all their desserts gluten-free and with quality-sourced ingredients. What I also appreciated was the detailed labeling that not only listed all ingredients, but nutritional information as well. You'll be surprised how many legacy market edibles out there don't list either.
Accessing The Baked Shop
The Baked Shop can be purchased and ordered online on www.thebakedshop.co or on the online mail order site www.westcoastsupply.ca. They can also be found on instagram @the_baked_shop.
Appearance/Packaging: 7/10
Smell/Texture/Taste: 8/10
Effects: 7/10
Final Score: 7/10
Woohoo! Our first music video is out and it was made for all the marijuana lovers out there!
This entire song is constructed of only sounds from cannabis-related sources and all the song lyrics were written strictly using references to cannabis and marijuana!
So spark one up, enjoy and see how many weed references you can pick up on!
Produced by SpitShine in Cognition Studios.
Written and performed by SpitShine.
All rights reserved. ©2020.
DOWNLOAD THE SONG: https://music.cognitionstudios.net/track/blue-dreamin
This entire song is constructed of only sounds from cannabis-related sources and all the song lyrics were written strictly using references to cannabis and marijuana!
So spark one up, enjoy and see how many weed references you can pick up on!
Produced by SpitShine in Cognition Studios.
Written and performed by SpitShine.
All rights reserved. ©2020.
DOWNLOAD THE SONG: https://music.cognitionstudios.net/track/blue-dreamin
I've been a fan of Cannabiscotti for a number of years now. There's not many infused biscottis to begin with so they are quite unique, but aside from these biscottis being tasty, potent, and packaged well, they're so amazingly consistent. Something very important when it comes to edibles.
What I love about Cannabiscotti too is that aside from their typical menu, they're always trying out new flavoured biscottis of which many are made custom for holidays throughout the year!
This time, I was fortunate enough to try their limited edition Nawty Neopolitan Gelato flavour, which just like Neopolitan ice cream, came as a striped biscotti with strawberry, vanilla and chocolate all in one bar!
What I love about Cannabiscotti too is that aside from their typical menu, they're always trying out new flavoured biscottis of which many are made custom for holidays throughout the year!
This time, I was fortunate enough to try their limited edition Nawty Neopolitan Gelato flavour, which just like Neopolitan ice cream, came as a striped biscotti with strawberry, vanilla and chocolate all in one bar!
I opened the packet and surprisingly, it smelled just like the ice cream which really brought me back! Unlike their other biscottis, this one is even more suited to a cannabis user with a lower tolerance as they can enjoy multiple flavours without having to open more than one biscotti package (and maybe regret it!). This biscotti is labelled as having 50 mg of THC from a full bud infusion using the Chem Dawg strain. So now, the only decision I had to make was which side I was going to start with!
The chocolate section tasted like the classic chocolate Cannabiscotti flavour I typically adore. The vanilla tasted heavenly. And for someone who doesn't typically like strawberry flavoured things, I found the strawberry section flavourful and very similar to how strawberry ice cream would taste. The biscotti was rich in flavour, buttery, crunchy and not too sweet. So tasty in fact, one must be careful not to munch on too much at a time!!
The chocolate section tasted like the classic chocolate Cannabiscotti flavour I typically adore. The vanilla tasted heavenly. And for someone who doesn't typically like strawberry flavoured things, I found the strawberry section flavourful and very similar to how strawberry ice cream would taste. The biscotti was rich in flavour, buttery, crunchy and not too sweet. So tasty in fact, one must be careful not to munch on too much at a time!!
I've been smoking cannabis daily for many years, but I ended up eating this biscotti after a short 2-day tolerance break. My edible tolerance is usually very high, and it wouldn't lower too significantly in just two days, but wow did this biscotti pack a punch. Within 1.5 hours, my thoughts began to scatter and I knew it was kicking in. I started to feel relaxed and became quite distracted from the work I was doing at the time. I then became engrossed in another project I had no intention of starting that night which I ended up almost completing in no time!
By the 2 hour mark, I was already feeling the full effects of the Nawty Neopolitan Gelato, and nawty it was indeed. Usually I can have 50mg THC edibles without feeling any significant effect. Mind you, most of these edibles are using a THC distillate. Cannabiscotti on the other hand, use a full-bud extraction which results in producing a wide spectrum of cannabinoids (not just THC) which work synergistically to create a much stronger and more natural 'high', also resulting in far more health benefits. You can say I was floating and didn't have a care in the world. By then, I was no longer interested in my work and I blissfully melted in front of the TV with some munchies in hand.
By the 2 hour mark, I was already feeling the full effects of the Nawty Neopolitan Gelato, and nawty it was indeed. Usually I can have 50mg THC edibles without feeling any significant effect. Mind you, most of these edibles are using a THC distillate. Cannabiscotti on the other hand, use a full-bud extraction which results in producing a wide spectrum of cannabinoids (not just THC) which work synergistically to create a much stronger and more natural 'high', also resulting in far more health benefits. You can say I was floating and didn't have a care in the world. By then, I was no longer interested in my work and I blissfully melted in front of the TV with some munchies in hand.
So, if you're not a regular cannabis user, I would definitely recommend starting with just one flavour section (a third) and see how the effects play out over an hour or two. Otherwise, you may have to alter your evening plans, because I definitely had to!
Cannabiscotti does it again!
Want to learn more about Cannabiscotti? Visit www.cannabiscotti.ca.
Appearance/Packaging: 9/10
Smell/Texture/Taste: 10/10
Effects: 10/10
Score: 10/10
Cannabiscotti does it again!
Want to learn more about Cannabiscotti? Visit www.cannabiscotti.ca.
Appearance/Packaging: 9/10
Smell/Texture/Taste: 10/10
Effects: 10/10
Score: 10/10
Products By Sec are a Vancouver based boutique infused cannabis edible company, specializing in artisan and handcrafted gummies with varying doses of lab-tested, solvent-free THC distillate. They even offer a useful “How To Find The Perfect Edible Treat” flowchart, and a “Cannabis Consumption FAQ” section on their website to educate and reinforce safe consumption for their customers.
After coming across their beautiful gummies on instagram, I had to get in touch to express my praises and they were kind enough to send me two samples of every single kind of their edibles! With 6 kinds of gummies in their product line, I was in for a treat and had to make sure I rationed these out responsibly! As a graphic designer, I also have to say how much I love their labelling and their colourful designs, with each pack using different colour combinations in their logo and label design, with clear ingredient, warning, and dosing information. It's these finer touches that truly make products stand out above the rest.
After coming across their beautiful gummies on instagram, I had to get in touch to express my praises and they were kind enough to send me two samples of every single kind of their edibles! With 6 kinds of gummies in their product line, I was in for a treat and had to make sure I rationed these out responsibly! As a graphic designer, I also have to say how much I love their labelling and their colourful designs, with each pack using different colour combinations in their logo and label design, with clear ingredient, warning, and dosing information. It's these finer touches that truly make products stand out above the rest.
Butterfly High
with one in each pack it was this gummy that first caught my attention on instagram, not only for their size and tie-dye like combination of colours, but because each gummy is individually made by hand, making each one completely unique with its own pattern of colours. So beautiful in fact, I didnt know they were edible at first! I also love how they use the butterfly for emphasis in their marketing with their description of this goody, stating "experience the butterfly effect" which I believe I did with this heavy-hitter! You can say it floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee!
Being a regular cannabis smoker and edible eater, my tolerance is high to say the least, so given that this was their strongest gummy in their line, I made sure to have this gummy first on an empty stomach early in the day. This made sure nothing interfered with its effects. It's texture was great. Not too soft or chewy with a sweet sherbert-like flavour. Effects slowly crept in after around an hour with effects peaking on the 2-hour mark. Infused with THC, the gummy gave me some body buzz and left me feeling quite hazy, with a strong cerebral high. I was very satisfied with the strength of the "high" so I would warn anyone inexperienced with edibles to try these with caution!
with one in each pack it was this gummy that first caught my attention on instagram, not only for their size and tie-dye like combination of colours, but because each gummy is individually made by hand, making each one completely unique with its own pattern of colours. So beautiful in fact, I didnt know they were edible at first! I also love how they use the butterfly for emphasis in their marketing with their description of this goody, stating "experience the butterfly effect" which I believe I did with this heavy-hitter! You can say it floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee!
Being a regular cannabis smoker and edible eater, my tolerance is high to say the least, so given that this was their strongest gummy in their line, I made sure to have this gummy first on an empty stomach early in the day. This made sure nothing interfered with its effects. It's texture was great. Not too soft or chewy with a sweet sherbert-like flavour. Effects slowly crept in after around an hour with effects peaking on the 2-hour mark. Infused with THC, the gummy gave me some body buzz and left me feeling quite hazy, with a strong cerebral high. I was very satisfied with the strength of the "high" so I would warn anyone inexperienced with edibles to try these with caution!
Lucky Dice
With two in each pack, these 150mg THC dosed dice are cutely shaped like a large white and red dice. Perfect for any 420-friendly parties! The white is banana-flavour and the red reminded me of a strawberry jello. Being a gummy block, these are thick and chewy and I really enjoyed biting into these bad boys. Given my experience with the Butterfly High, I had a feeling I was in luck with these dice! With 150mg of THC in each, they are certainly not for the novice edible eater.
I had planned to dedicate a whole afternoon to trying the Butterfly High and Lucky Dice gummies, so being brave, I had these around 3 hours after I ate the Butterfly High. This ensured that by the time my first gummy was beginning to wear off, the dice would prolong the effects and carry them into the late afternoon.
I find the dice peaked at the 2-hour mark, consistent with the Butterfly High and my plan was quite the success. Any body buzz I didnt feel prior, was now quite present, putting me in a noticeable couch lock and watching TV like someone hypnotized for quite some time.
The second time I tried these lucky dice it was on a day when I was sick with a cold and didn't want to smoke, so I decided to have them both in one sitting. It wasn't long before my eyes were feeling incredibly warm and heavy, and the two gummies combined made me feel almost comatosed during their peak. Not for the novice user indeed, and even those with a high tolerance should not gamble with these dice!
With two in each pack, these 150mg THC dosed dice are cutely shaped like a large white and red dice. Perfect for any 420-friendly parties! The white is banana-flavour and the red reminded me of a strawberry jello. Being a gummy block, these are thick and chewy and I really enjoyed biting into these bad boys. Given my experience with the Butterfly High, I had a feeling I was in luck with these dice! With 150mg of THC in each, they are certainly not for the novice edible eater.
I had planned to dedicate a whole afternoon to trying the Butterfly High and Lucky Dice gummies, so being brave, I had these around 3 hours after I ate the Butterfly High. This ensured that by the time my first gummy was beginning to wear off, the dice would prolong the effects and carry them into the late afternoon.
I find the dice peaked at the 2-hour mark, consistent with the Butterfly High and my plan was quite the success. Any body buzz I didnt feel prior, was now quite present, putting me in a noticeable couch lock and watching TV like someone hypnotized for quite some time.
The second time I tried these lucky dice it was on a day when I was sick with a cold and didn't want to smoke, so I decided to have them both in one sitting. It wasn't long before my eyes were feeling incredibly warm and heavy, and the two gummies combined made me feel almost comatosed during their peak. Not for the novice user indeed, and even those with a high tolerance should not gamble with these dice!
Hidden Gems
These dense, gorgeous gummies are multi-coloured, gem-shaped and dosed at 100mg of THC in each. With two in each pack, there's always a backup if you find you're brave enough for the second. You can definitely say these precious stones will get you stoned. It's great to see that Sec make a real effort in creating a variety of unique molds and colour combinations to keep all their gummies interesting, and these gems certainly continue that trend.
Given the shape of these gummies, I loved how dense and solid these were, making them very chewy and fun to bite on. They tasted sweet and had a blue raspberry flavour that was tasty and consistent with any commercial candies one would find in a regular store.
These dense, gorgeous gummies are multi-coloured, gem-shaped and dosed at 100mg of THC in each. With two in each pack, there's always a backup if you find you're brave enough for the second. You can definitely say these precious stones will get you stoned. It's great to see that Sec make a real effort in creating a variety of unique molds and colour combinations to keep all their gummies interesting, and these gems certainly continue that trend.
Given the shape of these gummies, I loved how dense and solid these were, making them very chewy and fun to bite on. They tasted sweet and had a blue raspberry flavour that was tasty and consistent with any commercial candies one would find in a regular store.
Happy Hour
These cute gummies are quite large and shaped like 3D cocktail drinks, even complimented with their own shaped gummy ice cubes or fruit slices on the rim! A perfect replacement for an alcoholic cocktail, these gummies are large and sold as single gummies dosed at 50mg of thc. Perfect as a starter to your Saturday night out!
The first one I tried looked like an orange cocktail with its own orange slice on the rim and tasted just like an orange popsicle. Sweet and tangy, and ever so chewy given its thick 3D mold.
The second one I tried was their "Old Fashioned", looking like a glass of brandy or rum with ice and the moment I opened the bag I could smell it too! I took a bite... Wow! Was this rum and coke I was tasting?! Amazing! A nice change from your typical cola bottle gummies and very innovative indeed. Definitely more appealing to the adult alcohol fans that you might be trying to bring to the green side!
Given that I had two of these bad boys, I definitely didn't need a drink and just like their colourful butterfly counterparts, these gummies are individually handmade and come in varying colours!
These cute gummies are quite large and shaped like 3D cocktail drinks, even complimented with their own shaped gummy ice cubes or fruit slices on the rim! A perfect replacement for an alcoholic cocktail, these gummies are large and sold as single gummies dosed at 50mg of thc. Perfect as a starter to your Saturday night out!
The first one I tried looked like an orange cocktail with its own orange slice on the rim and tasted just like an orange popsicle. Sweet and tangy, and ever so chewy given its thick 3D mold.
The second one I tried was their "Old Fashioned", looking like a glass of brandy or rum with ice and the moment I opened the bag I could smell it too! I took a bite... Wow! Was this rum and coke I was tasting?! Amazing! A nice change from your typical cola bottle gummies and very innovative indeed. Definitely more appealing to the adult alcohol fans that you might be trying to bring to the green side!
Given that I had two of these bad boys, I definitely didn't need a drink and just like their colourful butterfly counterparts, these gummies are individually handmade and come in varying colours!
Fruit Salad
With 4 in a pack, these bite-size fruit-shaped gummies are the lightest dosed in the SEC line at 10mg of THC in each piece. Great for edible novices and people on the go, with each pack containing a lemon, a banana, a grape and a cherry flavour gummy, all shaped like cute, miniature fruit! These tasted great and were a nice snack while I was working, and given the lower dosage these ones gave me a light, functional buzz.
With 4 in a pack, these bite-size fruit-shaped gummies are the lightest dosed in the SEC line at 10mg of THC in each piece. Great for edible novices and people on the go, with each pack containing a lemon, a banana, a grape and a cherry flavour gummy, all shaped like cute, miniature fruit! These tasted great and were a nice snack while I was working, and given the lower dosage these ones gave me a light, functional buzz.
BC Pineapples
Don't be fooled by these adorable, tiny, golden pineapples! It's not often you come across pineapple flavoured gummies, let alone pineapple-shaped ones so I was eager to munch on these. More for the average cannabis user, these pineapples are moderately dosed at 50mg ofTHC.
Given my high tolerance, I decided to bravely munch on both of these in one sitting and went on with my afternoon. I like that they didn't taste too sweet and tasted similar to a pina colada.
To be honest, I had completely forgotten I ate these pineapples until almost two hours later when in the midst of my work, my mind became increasingly fuzzy, my ass felt heavier, and my spelling mistakes became more frequent! It was only then that I remembered I had eaten them earlier! I take that as a great sign, and to be honest they hit me much harder than I expected. I became far more ineterested in the music I was listening to than in the work I was supposed to be doing!
I had smoked and dabbed earlier in the day too, so I was pleasently surprised at how effective these BC Pineapples were.
I am ever so grateful and have to thank you SEC! As a person with a very high tolerance, it's not often edibles make me feel this good!
Packaging: 9/10
Visual Appeal: 10/10
Taste/Texture: 9/10
Effects: 9/10
Overall: 9/10
If anyone is looking to find these gummy goodies, they can learn more and seeing their retailers by visiting www.ProductsBySec.com and feel free to reach out by emailing [email protected]. You can also find them on instagram at @productsbysec.
Don't be fooled by these adorable, tiny, golden pineapples! It's not often you come across pineapple flavoured gummies, let alone pineapple-shaped ones so I was eager to munch on these. More for the average cannabis user, these pineapples are moderately dosed at 50mg ofTHC.
Given my high tolerance, I decided to bravely munch on both of these in one sitting and went on with my afternoon. I like that they didn't taste too sweet and tasted similar to a pina colada.
To be honest, I had completely forgotten I ate these pineapples until almost two hours later when in the midst of my work, my mind became increasingly fuzzy, my ass felt heavier, and my spelling mistakes became more frequent! It was only then that I remembered I had eaten them earlier! I take that as a great sign, and to be honest they hit me much harder than I expected. I became far more ineterested in the music I was listening to than in the work I was supposed to be doing!
I had smoked and dabbed earlier in the day too, so I was pleasently surprised at how effective these BC Pineapples were.
I am ever so grateful and have to thank you SEC! As a person with a very high tolerance, it's not often edibles make me feel this good!
Packaging: 9/10
Visual Appeal: 10/10
Taste/Texture: 9/10
Effects: 9/10
Overall: 9/10
If anyone is looking to find these gummy goodies, they can learn more and seeing their retailers by visiting www.ProductsBySec.com and feel free to reach out by emailing [email protected]. You can also find them on instagram at @productsbysec.
Dog Pound Concentrates - Northern Lights Shatter
Overview
Dog Pound Concentrates is a Toronto craft-cannabis extraction company specializing in several strains of high quality shatter. They officially launched in 2017 but have several years of cannabis extraction experience, even working with Marc Emery and companies such as Cannabis Culture.
Dog Pound Concentrates offer shatter, budder, THC distillate and CBD isolate in their product line, and with a recent brand redesign by the infamous cannabis character illustrator, Beck, they've come out in 2018 stronger than ever.
Unique to Dog Pound Concentrates
Being a craft-cannabis extraction company, Dog Pound Concentrates is able to focus highly on the quality of the end-product before reaching shelves, producing highly potent, clean concentrates for cannabis users. Given their craft production, strain selections are always fresh and new making every customer purchase feel somewhat rare and special.
What I also like are their package labels, showing a summarized profile of the strain and its effects, similar to that of Leafly.
Being a smaller company, Dog Pound Concentrates is also able to personally assist and tend to vendors and even customers, ensuring quality control and customer satisfaction from production all the way through to the end-sale.
Overview
Dog Pound Concentrates is a Toronto craft-cannabis extraction company specializing in several strains of high quality shatter. They officially launched in 2017 but have several years of cannabis extraction experience, even working with Marc Emery and companies such as Cannabis Culture.
Dog Pound Concentrates offer shatter, budder, THC distillate and CBD isolate in their product line, and with a recent brand redesign by the infamous cannabis character illustrator, Beck, they've come out in 2018 stronger than ever.
Unique to Dog Pound Concentrates
Being a craft-cannabis extraction company, Dog Pound Concentrates is able to focus highly on the quality of the end-product before reaching shelves, producing highly potent, clean concentrates for cannabis users. Given their craft production, strain selections are always fresh and new making every customer purchase feel somewhat rare and special.
What I also like are their package labels, showing a summarized profile of the strain and its effects, similar to that of Leafly.
Being a smaller company, Dog Pound Concentrates is also able to personally assist and tend to vendors and even customers, ensuring quality control and customer satisfaction from production all the way through to the end-sale.
Smell, Appearance, Texture and Taste
Upon opening the package, my nose was hit with light floral terpenes wafting from the parchment paper that encased big chunks of gold goodness. No detection of any solvent smell.
The shatter I am used to is often a very thin piece on parchment paper, but these pieces of shatter were thick and chunky. Golden and yellow, completely translucent, and super-solid this shatter was stable to say the least.
I took a small chunk on my dab tool and dropped it on my titanium nail set at 675 degrees Fahrenheit. I notice no sizzle, and inhaling is smooth, while the exhale was filled with intense floral flavour. Beautiful.
Effects
Listed appropriately as an indica, effects did not take long to take hold. Upon the exhale, my body was instantly met with a wave of relaxation that poured over my muscles and joints. Instantly calming, this strain was great for my anxiety and allowed me to rest my body as well as my thoughts.
Overall
Although only a small company, I continuously hear good things about Dog Pound Concentrates, and after trying this Northern Lights, I can see why! Quality shatter and locally made, with a constantly changing menu of strains, Dog Pound Concentrates is fast becoming the next big extract brand on Toronto's cannabis scene.
Packaging: 65/100
Appearance: 90/100
Taste: 75/100
Effect: 80/100
Final Score - 8/10
Upon opening the package, my nose was hit with light floral terpenes wafting from the parchment paper that encased big chunks of gold goodness. No detection of any solvent smell.
The shatter I am used to is often a very thin piece on parchment paper, but these pieces of shatter were thick and chunky. Golden and yellow, completely translucent, and super-solid this shatter was stable to say the least.
I took a small chunk on my dab tool and dropped it on my titanium nail set at 675 degrees Fahrenheit. I notice no sizzle, and inhaling is smooth, while the exhale was filled with intense floral flavour. Beautiful.
Effects
Listed appropriately as an indica, effects did not take long to take hold. Upon the exhale, my body was instantly met with a wave of relaxation that poured over my muscles and joints. Instantly calming, this strain was great for my anxiety and allowed me to rest my body as well as my thoughts.
Overall
Although only a small company, I continuously hear good things about Dog Pound Concentrates, and after trying this Northern Lights, I can see why! Quality shatter and locally made, with a constantly changing menu of strains, Dog Pound Concentrates is fast becoming the next big extract brand on Toronto's cannabis scene.
Packaging: 65/100
Appearance: 90/100
Taste: 75/100
Effect: 80/100
Final Score - 8/10
With all the new cannabis products coming out in this wave of cannabis legalization, today we get the opportunity to review a cannabis accessory that we've seen popping up in some local head shops and caught our attention with its sleek design and application.
Whether you're trying to hide your toking habit from a judgy roommate, or simply trying to keep the level of smoke down for the sake of any kids or pets in the home, the Eco Four Twenty Personal Air Filter might be the perfect thing for the 420 enthusiast with non-420 company.
Whether you're trying to hide your toking habit from a judgy roommate, or simply trying to keep the level of smoke down for the sake of any kids or pets in the home, the Eco Four Twenty Personal Air Filter might be the perfect thing for the 420 enthusiast with non-420 company.
Unlike similar products in the marketplace we've seen before that are bulky or one-time use, the Eco Four Twenty Personal Air Filter blew us away with it's solid and sleek build, as well as its clever design and reusability.
Clearly built with quality materials, its made of black, aircraft-grade aluminium, has a removable mouthpiece for cleaning, and most importantly, houses a chamber that contains a replaceable 2-stage activated charcoal and HEPA filter. It fits nicely in the palm of the hand and looks completely inconspicuous. This is far more than that toilet paper roll stuffed with dryer sheets!
Clearly built with quality materials, its made of black, aircraft-grade aluminium, has a removable mouthpiece for cleaning, and most importantly, houses a chamber that contains a replaceable 2-stage activated charcoal and HEPA filter. It fits nicely in the palm of the hand and looks completely inconspicuous. This is far more than that toilet paper roll stuffed with dryer sheets!
We tried it ourselves and were shocked with the results. After taking some big puffs off a skunky spliff, we exhaled through the filter and no smoke came out the other end! Not only did the Eco Four Twenty air filter trap the smoke, it trapped the smell too! Despite the filter being pretty small, it does a great job and packs around 500 uses in a single cartridge. Then all one has to do is replace the filter inside, which is as simple as unscrewing the filter and placing the new filter inside!
So, goodbye, towels bunched up against the bottom crack of the door!
Cheerio, neighbour complaints!
The Eco Four Twenty Air Filter is currently on sale starting at just $27.95 USD, and two replacement filters now only cost $15 USD. They also offer a package option too which includes the filter unit plus an extra filter for $37 USD.
Want to learn more? Visit www.ecofourtwenty.com!
So, goodbye, towels bunched up against the bottom crack of the door!
Cheerio, neighbour complaints!
The Eco Four Twenty Air Filter is currently on sale starting at just $27.95 USD, and two replacement filters now only cost $15 USD. They also offer a package option too which includes the filter unit plus an extra filter for $37 USD.
Want to learn more? Visit www.ecofourtwenty.com!
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SpacedOut Extracts Overview:
SpacedOut Extracts is a small edible company operating out of Toronto, specializing in THC and CBD infused gummies. I first met Spaced Out and got a chance to try their Space Drop gummies in 2017 at a local "cannabis farmer's market" featuring local edible vendors, and their gummies have only gotten better since then!
Finding SpacedOut Extracts:
Spaced Out Extracts can often be seen vending at local cannabis events and 'farmer's markets' such as the Canna Crawl in Hamilton or the Karma Cup that happened recently in Toronto. If you want to get in touch with or stay updated on SpacedOut Extracts, it's best to follow their facebook page at facebook.com/spacedoutgta.
Space Drops Pricing:
Pricing for Space Drops varies on the dosage and whether they are THC or CBD infused. The Space Drops we're reviewing contain 300mg of THC (100mg per gummy), and the pack typically retails for around $30.
SpacedOut Extracts is a small edible company operating out of Toronto, specializing in THC and CBD infused gummies. I first met Spaced Out and got a chance to try their Space Drop gummies in 2017 at a local "cannabis farmer's market" featuring local edible vendors, and their gummies have only gotten better since then!
Finding SpacedOut Extracts:
Spaced Out Extracts can often be seen vending at local cannabis events and 'farmer's markets' such as the Canna Crawl in Hamilton or the Karma Cup that happened recently in Toronto. If you want to get in touch with or stay updated on SpacedOut Extracts, it's best to follow their facebook page at facebook.com/spacedoutgta.
Space Drops Pricing:
Pricing for Space Drops varies on the dosage and whether they are THC or CBD infused. The Space Drops we're reviewing contain 300mg of THC (100mg per gummy), and the pack typically retails for around $30.
Space Drops Appearance & Packaging
Unlike many of the legacy market edibles available online and in local markets, Space Drops stand out above the rest with their colourful and professional packaging. These gummies come in heat-sealed, custom-printed, plastic zip lock bags with detailed labeling and a window in the front.
One of our biggest pet peeves with edibles is the lack of ingredient or nutritional information being included on the packaging, which is another reason why we love Space Drops. Their packaging displays dosage, flavours, ingredients, nutritional information and warnings very clearly. It's also a nice touch to be able to see the gummies in the packet without having to open it.
Unlike many of the legacy market edibles available online and in local markets, Space Drops stand out above the rest with their colourful and professional packaging. These gummies come in heat-sealed, custom-printed, plastic zip lock bags with detailed labeling and a window in the front.
One of our biggest pet peeves with edibles is the lack of ingredient or nutritional information being included on the packaging, which is another reason why we love Space Drops. Their packaging displays dosage, flavours, ingredients, nutritional information and warnings very clearly. It's also a nice touch to be able to see the gummies in the packet without having to open it.
Space Drops Smell, Texture and Taste
We've had many edible gummies made by craft producers in the legacy market, and not many of them can be compared to the quality one would expect from regular commercial gummies, either because of the texture, the appearance or the flavour. But Space Drops do a great job! They taste really sweet and fruity, and they're soft and chewy! Plus, did we mention each gummy contains a whopping 100mg of THC?
We've had many edible gummies made by craft producers in the legacy market, and not many of them can be compared to the quality one would expect from regular commercial gummies, either because of the texture, the appearance or the flavour. But Space Drops do a great job! They taste really sweet and fruity, and they're soft and chewy! Plus, did we mention each gummy contains a whopping 100mg of THC?
As they're made with distillate and not something like RSO or full spectrum oil, they have no smell and have no cannabis taste making them perfect for your secret stash on the go.
The only thing we noticed is that the sugar didn't really stick to the gummies like others you've often seen, but aside from that, these gummies were great! Plus, they certainly pack a punch with no lethargic effects!
Appearance/Packaging: 9/10
Smell/Texture/Taste: 10/10
Effects: 9/10
Overall: 9/10
The only thing we noticed is that the sugar didn't really stick to the gummies like others you've often seen, but aside from that, these gummies were great! Plus, they certainly pack a punch with no lethargic effects!
Appearance/Packaging: 9/10
Smell/Texture/Taste: 10/10
Effects: 9/10
Overall: 9/10
Royal Highness is a Toronto-based cannabis edible company, specializing in handcrafted, high quality, cannabis-infused chocolates, desserts and treats. From chocolates, to candies, cookies and so much more, there's a great variety of things to choose from in their menu, all made by hand by a licensed Red Seal pastry chef. Customers can place orders online to have any of their items shipped right to their door and even book classes and parties!
I came across Royal Highness visiting one of the local Toronto cannabis vendor markets a while ago where I tried their amazing infused Twix-style chocolate, and was recently fortunate enough to try some of her newest treats. I had seen updates from Royal Highness and was excited to try their new infused Oreo-style cookie I had seen them developing.
I came across Royal Highness visiting one of the local Toronto cannabis vendor markets a while ago where I tried their amazing infused Twix-style chocolate, and was recently fortunate enough to try some of her newest treats. I had seen updates from Royal Highness and was excited to try their new infused Oreo-style cookie I had seen them developing.
 | M'Oreo Cookie This cookie looked incredible and even had a super cool, cannabis-themed mould which I had never seen before, and looked as good as any commercial-grade cookie. Each cookie is made with infused whole-bud cannabutter, and contains around 50mg of THC. The flavour of the cannabis was not noticeable at all, and although not tasting like an Oreo cookie, it tasted sweet and pleasant, with a fluffy creme filling. |
 | Coconut Chocolate Bar This tempered, milk chocolate bar came adorned with coconut flakes along the bottom of the bar which was a great addition to the flavour, texture and aesthetic. Infused with around 80mg of THC, each square of this chocolate bar would contain around 10mg, making this a very effective treat for anyone with a lower tolerance to cannabis to start low and go slow until they're comfortable. The cannabis taste was hardly noticeable, the chocolate tasted great, and the coconut flakes added a nice little crunch to every bite. |
 | Terples A cannabis-infused replica of the classic Turtles chocolate, this chocolate was moulded just like a turtle and looked almost too cute to eat.... almost. This chocolate turtle contained a whole pecan and a nice level of caramel, making it extremely flavourful and crunchy. These turtles come in a pack of two, and each turtle is infused with around 25mg of THC. |
 | Assorted Hard Candies These hard candies came in a few different shapes and in three different flavours: Strawberry/Kiwi, Blueberry and Peach. These candies were made using infused coconut oil and contained around 10mg of THC in each piece. Their low dose makes it perfect for new users to gauge their effects well. I took these candies with me on my trip overseas which came very handy to relax me on my flights. These candies become quite chewy and become like taffy once you start biting on them. They tasted great, with a subtle but pleasant hint of cannabis flavour. |
Summary
Consuming these edibles was such a pleasure, and after having the chocolate bar in one sitting, the M'Oreo cookie and Terple in another sitting, and the candies while travelling, I can happily say that each time, I was able to enjoy the wonderful effects of the cannabis, each time leaving me happy and relaxed.
Thank you Royal Highness for the opportunity to review some of your wonderful artisanal goodies. For more information, visit www.royalhighnesstoronto.com to learn more.
Consuming these edibles was such a pleasure, and after having the chocolate bar in one sitting, the M'Oreo cookie and Terple in another sitting, and the candies while travelling, I can happily say that each time, I was able to enjoy the wonderful effects of the cannabis, each time leaving me happy and relaxed.
Thank you Royal Highness for the opportunity to review some of your wonderful artisanal goodies. For more information, visit www.royalhighnesstoronto.com to learn more.
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Strain Name: Death Pink
Strain Type: Indica
Vendor: SeaOfGreenDispensary.com
Death Pink is a heavy indica strain, grown by crossing Pink Kush and Death Bubba, both of which offer very sedating effects and a strong terpene profile. These buds were purchased from SeaOfGreenDispensary for a very reasonable price, and it definitely did not disappoint.
Appearance
These large, dense buds were dark green with orange hairs, covered in a thick layer of creamy-white trichomes, and manicured well. The buds were also cured nicely and had a good density and moisture level... not to dry, and not too wet.
Smell & Taste
One of the stinkier strains in our current collection, these buds exploded in gassy and earthy aromas when squeezing or cracking them open, capturing a nice balance of both Pink and Bubba Kush's typical scents.
We enjoy smoking cannabis in small, tightly-rolled joints using very thin rolling papers. It is not uncommon to find strains of cannabis that may smell great when dried but offer little flavour and taste when smoking, but in this case the flavour was quite present, as well as consistent with the smell. Although not as strong as its scent, flavours were earthy with a pleasing hint of liquorice.
Effects
As this strain was smoked, a ring of resin would pool around the edge of the hot ash of the joint, displaying just how concentrated in oils this cannabis was.
Consistent with effects from Pink Kush and Death Bubba, this strain of Death Pink took effect within only a few minutes of smoking, offering mind-numbing and almost body-numbing effects, resulting in a restful mind and some high levels of couch-lock.
Although not in any pain at the time, we can almost be certain that this strain would be highly effective for pain relief, anxiety and as a sleep aid. Within just 45 minutes of smoking, it was easy to lie down and fall into a deep sleep quickly.
Appearance: 7/10
Smell & Taste: 8/10
Effects: 8/10
Overall: 8/10
Strain Type: Indica
Vendor: SeaOfGreenDispensary.com
Death Pink is a heavy indica strain, grown by crossing Pink Kush and Death Bubba, both of which offer very sedating effects and a strong terpene profile. These buds were purchased from SeaOfGreenDispensary for a very reasonable price, and it definitely did not disappoint.
Appearance
These large, dense buds were dark green with orange hairs, covered in a thick layer of creamy-white trichomes, and manicured well. The buds were also cured nicely and had a good density and moisture level... not to dry, and not too wet.
Smell & Taste
One of the stinkier strains in our current collection, these buds exploded in gassy and earthy aromas when squeezing or cracking them open, capturing a nice balance of both Pink and Bubba Kush's typical scents.
We enjoy smoking cannabis in small, tightly-rolled joints using very thin rolling papers. It is not uncommon to find strains of cannabis that may smell great when dried but offer little flavour and taste when smoking, but in this case the flavour was quite present, as well as consistent with the smell. Although not as strong as its scent, flavours were earthy with a pleasing hint of liquorice.
Effects
As this strain was smoked, a ring of resin would pool around the edge of the hot ash of the joint, displaying just how concentrated in oils this cannabis was.
Consistent with effects from Pink Kush and Death Bubba, this strain of Death Pink took effect within only a few minutes of smoking, offering mind-numbing and almost body-numbing effects, resulting in a restful mind and some high levels of couch-lock.
Although not in any pain at the time, we can almost be certain that this strain would be highly effective for pain relief, anxiety and as a sleep aid. Within just 45 minutes of smoking, it was easy to lie down and fall into a deep sleep quickly.
Appearance: 7/10
Smell & Taste: 8/10
Effects: 8/10
Overall: 8/10