Cannabis  REVIEWS 

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...

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...

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...

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.

In this guide, we've rounded up 9 outstanding hemp-oriented cannabis products available in Virginia, based on popularity, quality, and user feedback from reputable sources. Each includes a detailed review written by a cannabis connoisseur with a deep understanding of hemp (yours truly)—plus direct links to the manufacturer's product pages and a short list of top stores where they're commonly available in major metropolitan areas like Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Hampton R

This was my first encounter with Rythm flower and I found myself filled with eager anticipation. Rythm has a reputation for quality and...

Scoring a gram of Frolic Live Rosin by Amber at gLeaf Dispensary in Manchester, Virginia, felt like hitting the concentrate jackpot on a quiet afternoon run. As someone who's chased premium solventless hashes across the state, I was drawn to this sativa offering's amber-hued jar and promising specs. Back home, twisting open the lid revealed a creamy, badder-like texture in pale golden tones—wet and whippy, with a frolic-some sparkle that screamed fresh-pressed quality...

They say loose lips sink ships but I’m willing to let everyone know that this latest batch of Secret Cookies from VA medical marijuana di...

These pre-rolls are made from organically-grown, sun-grown hemp flower in Virginia greenhouses, certified by Virginia's Finest™ program. Each pack includes uplifting strains with energizing effects and floral/earthy notes...

With enough of a garlic scent to keep a vampire away, this GMO is grown locally by premium cannabis cultivators, The Bank. Available from...

Like the nocturnal Raptors these buds get their name after, Night Owl Haze is as beautiful and elegant as an owl soaring through a star-f...

I’m excited because this is the first time I’m trying out rosin cultivated by Dharma Pharmaceuticals. This strain in particular is Banana...

Bubba Kush is an indica-dominant strain that is legendary among cannabis enthusiasts and medical patients alike. It's known for its poten...

Runtz is a beautiful and tasty candy flavored strain that took the country by storm because of its incredibly potent effects. I was never...

Gummo is a lesser-known strain that immediately caught my attention with its unique name and pleasant aroma. As someone who enjoys trying...

One of my favorite parts about cannabis is how specific terpene profiles recreate scents that are already so familiar to us. In this case...

I knew I was in for a special treat when the budtender at VA medical marijuana dispensary, RISE, shook the Rythm jar and nothing moved ar...

Dealing with low THC percentages has been a problem in the VA medical program for as long as I have been a patient. I’m coming up on my...

The slew of flower that gLeaf dropped recently has caught my attention because of the high THC content and high terpene percentages that...