Ridgeline Lantz, cultivated by Alt Sol and currently available at Takoma Wellness Center, exudes an impressive pedigree. With its origins...

We were very curious about this Pan Lato that dropped recently at Curaleaf in Columbia, Maryland. It's a delectable dessert-like hybrid...

Moon Fog is a strain that has gained quite the reputation in many online forums, grower's podcasts and old smoker’s tables around the country. This indica-dominant strain was bred by Humboldt Seed Company and is one of their newest offerings. It's known to carry a well balanced euphoric high and in some smoke circles is becoming a go to nighttime strain...

Recently harvested by DC craft cultivator Alt Sol, this phenomenal Triple Burger just dropped at Washington DC medical marijuana dispensa...

Upon first glance, Vanilla Velvet from Jungle Boys in St. Pete, Florida, looks like a premium treat—super frosty buds with a vibrant mix of purple and green hues that scream quality craftsmanship. It will undoubtedly lead to potent sessions, but doesn't overwhelm the senses right out of the gate. It's sort of like a velvet rope to a VIP lounge of relaxation...

From the moment the seal cracked open, it felt like I had been hit by a citrusy freight train of fruity goodness. The initial burst of le...

Triple Scoop from Cookies Jacksonville, is a slightly indica-leaning hybrid with a dreamy lineage and a THC level that’s no slouch. This one has me ready for a flavor party that’s sweeter than a make-your-own-sundae bar. Let’s see if Triple Scoop scoops me into bliss or just melts under pressure...

There's a running joke about Harry Styles' summer smash that the man himself has cheerfully leaned into: nobody is entirely sure what "watermelon sugar" is, only that it sounds fantastic and you want more of it. Fade Co. seems to have taken that ambiguity as a design brief. Their new live resin gummies don't just borrow the fruit - they capture the whole breezy, sun-warmed, slightly-too-good-to-analyze feeling the song trades in, then pack it ten to a tin...

As the name suggests, the Hollywood strain exudes the glitz and glamor of its namesake city. Grown by Alt Sol and now available at Takoma...

What’s better than a dose of love? A Dosi Love—because this one doesn’t ghost you, doesn’t text you back late, and always delivers good v...

This recent batch of Fuel Biscuits, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Green Theory in Washington, DC, is an indica-dominant hybrid t...

Here's a really solid batch of Garcia Hand Picked's LA Baker. Currently available at Liberty Cannabis in Rockville, Maryland, it's an ind...

Tahiti Twist, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Wash Hydro in Washington DC, is a balanced hybrid strain that brings tropical flair...

As we stand on the eve of the Fourth of July, what better way to celebrate American independence than with a strain literally named after the spark that lit the fuse? Fade Co.’s Boston Tea Party All-in-One live resin disposable is currently available at Story Dispensary locations across Maryland (including Waldorf), and it feels like a cheeky act of defiance against boring vapes everywhere...

This Dual Chamber 3-in-1 Cookies cannabis terp vape, currently available at Takoma Wellness Center, introduces an intriguing level of cho...

I was excited to try one of the newest drops from RHYTHM, Afternoon Delight 4 and I knew that first impressions were going to mean everything. With this being a GMO cross, I was already expecting some funk, but I was pleasantly surprised with how many other notes were present...

Receiving a package of Air Mail from Fade Co. at Story Dispensary in Silver Spring, Maryland, felt like getting a first-class dispatch from the clouds—sealed with a stamp of sophistication and ready to take my senses on a transcontinental journey. The dispensary's seamless service, with staff offering winged wisdom on strains, paired perfectly with Silver Spring's dynamic pulse of urban elegance and green spaces. Unsealing the jar at home, I was greeted by robust, resin-laden

Another installment of the “Dark Heart Collection” from Grassroots, Moonbeam Gelato showed up and almost out-Gelato’d all of the other Gelato strains I’ve tried recently. The addition of Strawberry Banana to the fruitiness of the Half Moon Bay Gelato amplified everything that you’d want out of a fruit strain. The strength of the aroma of muddled blueberries and raspberries turned into a strawberry toaster strudel, which turned into a lighter whipped cream, which turned into a

As a longtime DC area resident who has spent far too many evenings hunting for edibles that actually respect both the palate and the nervous system, I’ve grown wary of gummies that promise the world and deliver mostly sugar and regret. Just Flower’s Sour Blueberry, however, caught me off guard in the best possible way. These 10mg gummies (100mg total per pack) strike that rare balance: thoughtful formulation, genuine flavor, and consistent effects without theatrical nonsense.

Animal Face, cultivated by RYTHM, is a remarkable strain making its rounds at RISE dispensary in Silver Spring, Maryland. My awesome budt...

This Santa Cruz Blue Dream cut is a beautifully bred old school strain that will forever be not only a classic but a consumer favorite. Available at The Flowery's Clearwater dispensary, this batch is exquisitely grown, offering heady, energetic effects and the quintessential Blue Dream flavor to the max. ✨😮‍💨✨

This batch of Snoop Dogg OG, named after the rap legend and cannabis enthusiast Snoop Dogg himself, is the "shizzle". Currently available...

The Onyx Jar is a masterclass in quiet confidence. The matte black cylindrical body feels substantial yet surprisingly lightweight in the hand — the kind of tactile pleasure you don’t expect from a stash container. The glossy black screw-top lid threads on with smooth, precise confidence. There’s no loud “click,” just a clean, secure seal that inspires immediate trust. Vertical copper-toned “KEEFER ONYX” lettering runs down the side with elegant restraint, while the lid is cr

With gas prices on the never ending rise, the best place to grab some premium fuel is actually at DC medical marijuana dispensary, Takoma...

This batch of Jokerz, cultivated by Alt Sol and currently available at Green Theory dispensary in Washington DC, is an indica-dominant st...

Stumbling across HashBurger from GrowHealthy’s MPX Select line in Florida feels like finding a gourmet food truck parked in a dispensary lot—those dense, spade-shaped buds, forest green with amber glows, practically ooze charisma. Thin orange hairs poke out like garnish, and chunky trichomes give it a frosted, “just rolled out of a hash dream” sheen. At 27% THC, this slightly indica-leaning hybrid (60% indica/40% sativa) looks ready to flip your evening into a savory, couch-b

Few strains carry the mythic weight of Matanuska Thunder F*ck. Born in the unforgiving 1970s Matanuska Valley of Alaska, this sativa-dominant legend was forged from an obscure high-latitude landrace crossed with heavy Afghani genetics — a hardy survivor prized for delivering a lightning-fast cerebral rush followed by deep physical ease. Authentic expressions have always been rare; much of the original line was lost to time or diluted through decades of breeding...

Berniehana Butter by Cookies is one of those strains that delivers a highly refined experience, much like watching a skilled chef perform...

Gelatti Mints, cultivated by Alt Sol and currently available at District Cannabis in Washington DC, offers a sensory escape unlike any ot...

The DC cannabis scene continues its quiet evolution this week. Patients are moving beyond basic potency hunts and toward strains with clear, consistent terpene expression and reliable effects that match real daily needs. Menus reflect this growing sophistication — more intentional small-batch drops, stronger flavor profiles, and value-driven specials that reward repeat patients rather than just moving volume...

As gas prices continue to climb, the ideal spot for premium fuel is actually at DC's medical marijuana dispensary, Higher Ground. Sourced directly from the ground by local cannabis growers Alt Sol, this 91 Octane is the only fuel worth using in today's economy...

Let's be real—Poonesia might be one of the funniest strain names to hit Maryland dispensaries, and it demands an explanation. Is it a pla...

One of the newest strains to come out of the Grassroots in-house breeding project is a freight train of cannabis excellence. Before the seal came all the way off, the strong terps were jumping out of the jar. For anyone who remembers Lemon Grenades or Memory Loss by Grassroots in the past, this is about as close as you can get. Each inhale gave a citrus-forward smell with a sharpness about every secondary note that was impossible to stop going back in for more. The familiar s

Cultivated by Savvy and available at gLeaf Dispensary in Rockville, this lovely batch of Torrone #2 is an intriguing introduction to mode...

It’s early May in DC and the city is doing that classic thing where the weather flips between perfect spring afternoons and sudden downpours that make you question every life choice. Same energy in the cannabis market right now - one minute everything feels predictable, the next minute fresh AltSol drops are hitting shelves and patients are lighting up group chats with “you gotta try this.” We spent the last few days checking live menus, scrolling recent Reddit threads and ta

The Cookies Dual Chamber 3-in-1 cannabis terp vape is an innovative and intriguing addition to the vaping scene at Takoma Wellness Center...

A luxurious indica strain in every way, this Blackberry Champagne, cultivated by Fade Co., is now available at Story dispensary in Silver...

Platinum TK is an indica-dominant hybrid from the skilled cultivators at Alt Sol that offers a robust and relaxing experience. Currently...

Mountain High is expanding its lineup with Black Cherry, a new release that continues the brand’s tradition of thoughtful flavor, balanced effects, and an easygoing drinking experience suitable for almost any occasion. Available through the brand’s new website and at hundreds of retailers across Virginia, Black Cherry arrives with high expectations — and meets them gracefully...

Fade Co. continues to demonstrate why it remains one of Maryland’s most consistent and interesting concentrate producers. Currently in stock at Story Dispensary in Mechanicsville, their latest live sugar and live badder lineup offers a diverse range of profiles — from bold, gassy hybrids to bright, fruit-forward sativas and soothing indicas.

Koosh The Magic Dragon (KTMD) feels like the cannabis world’s best-kept secret — a strain that hasn’t yet gone mainstream but already has that quiet “you had to be there” reputation. Bred by Byline, this relatively new genetic is still circulating mostly through craft grower networks rather than dominating every dispensary shelf. That limited exposure gives it a charming underground mystique, like a dragon that only reveals itself to those worthy of its smoke...

Known in Maryland for their exceptional medical cannabis and artisanal approach, Culta's flower can be found throughout the Maryland mark...

When I encounter space-themed cannabis strains my expectations naturally ascend skyward. However, it's all too often that these high aspi...

Reminiscent of something you might order at a local speakeasy, this Spiked Peach from Fade Co. is currently available at Story Dispensary in Silver Spring, Maryland. As someone who's into peach as a flavor, but not psyched about strains that are too candy-like, I found this batch to be highly enjoyable with just a hint of peachy sweetness. The "spiked" part of the name is justified by both the slightly energetic onset and the funky edge to the flavor. However, I wouldn't char

Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In...

Gelato Cake has come to be, for all intents and purposes, the flagship strain of local cultivator District Cannabis. It's an indica-domin...

If you've been in the cannabis scene long enough, you’ve definitely heard of Panama Red—even if you’ve never smoked it. Maybe it’s the fo...

This classic hemp strain is grown sustainably in Virginia, with piney, hazy aromas and relaxing yet clear-headed effects (~19% CBD, <0.3% THC). It's currently available in a 5-pack of premium 0.75g pre-rolls (total 3.75g). Designed for relaxing tension/stress release with heightened focus and mental clarity, this is one high-end, non-intoxicating option to keep in your stash...

In Hollywood, sequels are often expected to disappoint - lower box office take, watered-down magic, the usual law of diminishing returns. When it comes to cannabis cultivation, however, the opposite is more frequently the case. With the first batch we reviewed of Fade Co's Matanuska Thunder Fuck we found it was perfectly respectable, but it carried this quiet sense the strain had more to give. Then this second run arrived and, we must say, the follow-up is markedly superior.

Mountain High’s signature 12-ounce can has always been a study in restraint—clean lines, understated typography, and a palette that whispers “premium” rather than shouts “party.” Blackberry Lime inherits the same elegant minimalism: no garish graphics, no cartoon fruit explosions, just a sleek vessel that looks equally at home on a craft-beer shelf or a minimalist countertop.