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Jack Herer

Jack Herer Type: Balanced, yet pronouncedly sativa-dominant hybrid Ancestry: The cross of Haze – a sativa-dominant hybrid – and a Shiva Skunk and Northern Lights #5 cross, making it the lovechild of not two but three different strains. Creators: Sensi Seeds in the late 80s/early 90s THC Content: 15-24% Terpenes: myrcene, pinene, caryophyllene, humulene, terpinolene, limonene Appearance: Dense, elongated, light-green buds, made all-the-lighter by the thick trichome coating, which also makes the buds quite sticky. A deceptively unassuming appearance overall. Aroma and Taste: Everything but unassuming. Jack Herer’s aroma is a floral delight, dominated by herbs, soil, and pine, enriched by citrus undertones and topped off with a peppery kick. Trivia: Named after Jack Herer, famous cannabis advocate and author of The Emperor Wears No Clothes, a 1985 book that’s ubiquitously considered a staple of the fight for cannabis legalization; Jack Herer is a 9-time Cannabis Cup winner; Its rich and diverse, yet balanced set of genes have become the foundation of different variations, such as Jack the Ripper and Jack Skellington. Recreational Effects Despite its well-rounded, universal nature, if you had to fit Jack Herer into a single niche, it would be “wake and bake.” In fact, Jack Herer tends to overstay his welcome when users invite him for a late-night visit, not letting them sleep for quite a while, his contagious energy and buzz seemingly unabating. Jack Herer is revered by cannabis veterans and rookies alike because, what is there not to love? It relaxes you not by detaching you from the world – on the contrary, it helps you tune in the moment, whether that’s a social occasion or your precious alone time. Jack Herer is THC-rich, so you’ll be high, all right, but grounded and present at the same time; loose, but also cool, calm, and collected. The balanced and controlled, yet powerful mental stimulation, in combination with the social lubrication, make Jack Herer the perfect strain for creative teamwork and brainstorming sessions. Medicinal Benefits Jack Herer’s uplifting abilities are praised by many users who suffer from depression, anxiety, and the likes, often citing it as one if not the only reliable medications they can regularly turn to. Although not particularly healing from a strictly physical standpoint, the high THC count can translate into pain relief. The strong munchies can also go a long way in chemotherapy. Jack Herer is NOT a suitable strain for insomniacs, and generally, using it too soon before bedtime might keep you up for a while, as the mental buzz can be slow to wear off.

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Jillybean

Jillybean Type: 60:40 sativa:indica Ancestry: Space Queen and Orange Skunk Creators: TGA Subcool Seeds THC Levels: 15-18% on average Terpenes: myrcene, humulene, terpinolene Aroma and Taste: The tangy flavor is reminiscent of mango, orange, and pineapple jelly beans. The aroma is also predominantly tropical. Appearance: The bright and abundant orange pistils are the most prominent feature of this pretty standard-looking strain. Buds are elongated and cone-shaped, with light green leaves, made all-the-lighter by a thick trichome frosting. Recreational Effects It’s almost impossible to associate jelly beans with anything negative or somber, and the same goes for Jillybean. This strain leans more heavily on the sativa side than the 60:40 ratio suggests, and the cerebral aspect of the high is what most people fall in love with. With that being said, the indica side doesn’t stay that far behind and has a thing or two to offer as well. Creative and social people hail Jillybean as the perfect catalyst for their natural dispositions, which is probably attributed to the power combo of a classic sativa-like rush of euphoria and mental buzz, a sense of promise and motivation, and some giddiness, especially in more novice users. Jillybean makes sativa lovers comfortable in their own skin and helps their best version come out, or even develop in the first place. As the high progresses, the indica side starts making its presence known and makes the couch more and more alluring. The pleasantly sedated state, disturbed only by the munchies, spells movie time. The tingly body high, bolstered by Jillybean’s happy vibes, can also grow into a nice aphrodisiac. Medicinal Benefits The bubbly momentum that Jillybean generates can uplift the low, heavy spirit of depression, and the riveting world of ideas and entertainment this strain takes you to feels very far away from stress and anxious thoughts. The body high provides some pain relief, but that’s definitely not Jillybean’s forte. Even though this is generally a day-time strain, a lot of users report getting quite sleepy once they reach the plateau, so it could help with insomnia. However, indica-dominant strains would be a better choice if sleep aid is a primary goal. Jillybean gives you some strong munchies, so people who need an appetite boost should definitely give it a go.

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Juicy Fruit

Juicy Fruit Type: 55:45 sativa:indica Creators: Sensi Seeds Ancestry: Afghani indica and Thai sativa THC Levels: up to 20% Terpenes: humulene, myrcene, caryophyllene, terpinolene Aroma and Taste: a true fruit punch with a lemon twist. Some also link it to pina colada. Appearance: In the spirit of its rich bouquet, Juicy Fruit is vibrant, with forest-green leaves, pink-orange pistils and purple hues, all generously frosted with trichomes. Recreational Effects It’s hard to imagine that a strain with such a fresh name and the aroma, taste, and appearance to match would be anything but an infinitely fun joyride (that’s also fairly innocent and safe). Besides being an almost even 50:50 hybrid, the sativa side of Juicy Fruit is generally more dominant than the story the numbers tell. Many people even take it instead of coffee, in fact, the Juicy Fruit experience is more akin to a fruity bowl of cereal in front of the TV on a Saturday morning, watching your favorite cartoons without a care in the world, your whole being brimming with child-like glee and promise. The euphoria of this strain is a thing of beauty, and it’s no wonder many users hail it as a great party strain, as it even spreads to the body. Juicy Fruit is also known for warping your sense of time, almost like a magic trick that can make 5 minutes feel almost like hours while at the same time make 5 hours fly by, especially if you’re sucked into a wondrous world of ideas and creative work. The “comedown” is gentle, gradual, and relaxing, with the body high slowly becoming more and more palpable, yet generally nowhere near couch-locking. Medicinal Benefits Juicy Fruit is like that friend whose laughter and all-around positivity are so infectious, it’s impossible to stay immune to them. In that spirit, people with mental disorders, such as depression, anxiety, etc, can benefit a lot from this strain. While not its forte, the body high does provide some pain relief and anti-inflammation. People who also find themselves weighed down by smothering lethargy, whether it’s simply a matter of being tired or something more clinical like chronic fatigue or a form of burnout, can use Juicy Fruit to jumpstart their rusty engines and shoot out of the rut.

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