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• Bloom Farms Jah Goo PAX Era Pod (2019 Review)

  March 28, 2019 8:41 am 1 Comment

  Bloom Farms is a socially-conscious company, which is a nice change of pace in the midst of the Green Rush. So many companies run by an all-white leadership board seem overly concerned with the bottom line, while people of color are still serving lengthy or life sentences for trumped up drug-related charges. We are in dire need of a marijuana revolution that echoes outside of the marketplace.

   

  Bloom Farms works ethically on numerous levels. It operates with a one-for-one business model, so for every sale, it donates a meal to a local food bank. Last February, Bloom Farms reached its 1 millionth donated meal. The company recently expanded into Nevada and, as founder and CEO Michael Ray pledges, “every product sold in Nevada will generate one meal to a Nevada based food bank.” I’m impressed.

   

  The cannabis company also teams up with small farms in California’s renowned Emerald Triangle, specifically Sun Roots Farms, for the sun-grown, single-origin, whole cannabis plant raw materials. The result is thoughtfully produced strains that are resilient, resinous, and effective at relieving pain, high stress and insomnia.

   

  This Jah Goo, a cross between Purple Jasmine, a floral 70/30 indica-dominant strain, and Goo strains, is cultivated by Sun Root Farms and helps users deal with complex trauma, injuries and other mood issues.

   

  As a socially conscious smoker, I want to put my hard-earned bucks towards companies doing it right. Let’s dive into the specifics of this Jah Goo vape.

   

  In this Bloom Farms Jah Goo PAX Pod review, you'll learn about this product's:

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  • Packaging, Labeling & Product Design
  • Quality, Ease of Use
  • Potency, Effectiveness & Affordability
  • Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product
  • Overall Rating

   

  Packaging, Labeling & Product Design

   

  This Jah Goo .5g vape cartridge from Bloom Farms comes packaged in a paper box that’s sturdy, recyclable and environmentally friendly. It’s appropriately tamper-sealed with a label that describes the product. The individual pod comes in a unique screw-top container. Due to California’s new regulations, it’s not the easiest product to open, you’re going to need some patience! The packaging is eye-catching with Bloom Farm’s award-winning design. I particularly love the branding of their stylish cannabis flower.

   

  The product and carton itself are clearly labeled without being redundant. There’s plenty of information, all of which is now required, but it’s also good to know. I see THC & CBD content (355 mgs or 71% THC, 2.0 mgs or 0.4% CBD), dosage, net weight, batch and testing information available as well. The proper government warnings for both Prop 64/65 are also included. Bloom Farms also mentions, in loud lettering, that this pod is only compatible with the Pax Era pen.

   

  Again, the pod itself is very sleek and modern. It’s compact and fits perfectly inside the PAX Era. The cartridge specifies Bloom Farms as the maker and Jah Goo as the strain. Few other companies include their name and strain on the actual cartridge or pod. This helps me quickly identify what cartridge I’m using, rather than playing roulette based on effects, smell, etc.

   

  The mouthpiece is a nice size, not too large or small. The cartridge can get hot if you use it frequently for more than seconds each time, but other than that, it’s fine.

   

  Quality, Ease of Use

   

  The Pax Era cartridges always have the same look, and feel – it’s tricky to tell them apart without the packaging. However, most of them work without fail.

   

  While others might find it bothersome that you need a PAX Era to enjoy these pods (as well as others from different companies), I feel the tradeoff of being able to control your temperature down to the degree truly sets this product apart. The Jah Goo cartridge easily slips in the device and you can start using immediately; no battery clicks or voltage settings to adjust. It even comes with an app for your phone to control the colors and temperatures with the touch of a finger.

   

  This product’s temperature control feature allows you to draw more flavor or more vapor. The lower the temperature, the more terpenes, and flavors you can taste, such as musky piney limonene, terpinolene, humulene. When you go higher, you can still experience yummy flavors, and the pod produces more vapor without it tasting “burnt.” Jah Goo offers earthy notes with a sweet exhale the lower you set the temperature. At a higher setting, you start losing those sweeter notes and begin tasting the piney and gas notes from this indica.

   

  A few puffs between 515ºF and 540ºF produced the perfect combination of vapor and flavor that was pleasant to smoke. I loved how Sun Roots Farm’s oil in the chamber is a rich golden color, clear and thick. However, it’s not overly thick which would make it hard to vaporize, nor is it too runny – an attribute that would make me suspect a manufacturer “cut” the oil with common additives like propylene glycol (PG) and vegetable glycerin (VG).

   

  Potency, Effectiveness, Affordability

   

  After a couple puffs of the Jah Goo, my mind was at ease, my body was becoming more relaxed and boy, was I hungry – pass the Doritos! It didn’t take more than three or four puffs to get the desired relaxing and indica typical effects that come from a strain like Jah Goo. It’s perfect for evening use.

   

  At around $50 to $60 for a half gram, for the potency and flavor profile that you get from this pod, I would say that it’s definitely worth the money. The packaging, information, and product quality definitely show with its price tag.

   

  Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product

   

  Packaging: 4.5/5

  • Secure and attractive packaging.
  • Tough to open due to new CA regulations.
  • Sleek, eye-catching branding and prominent logos.

   

  Labeling: 4/5

  • Most of the required information.
  • Includes THC and CBD content, dosage, net weight, batch and testing info.
  • Bloom Farms would have gotten a five had they gone extra mile with a more refined cannabinoid profile.

   

  Cartridge Quality: 4/5

  • Pod is sleek, modern and compact.
  • Bloom Farms labels the actual pod, so you can distinguish between strains.
  • Mouthpiece is a perfect size; can get hot from frequent use.

   

  Taste: 5/5

  • At a slightly lower temp setting, pungent and sweet flavors storm the gates.
  • Piney and gas notes at higher temperatures; never tastes burnt.

   

  Vapor Quality: 4/5

  • With some settings fiddling, you can set the temperature of the Pax Era to suit your vapor vs. flavor needs.
  • Higher temps make it possible to blow some sick rings with this pod.

   

  Oil Quality: 5/5

  • What you want to see: liquid gold and runs easily when you rotate the pen, but not so thin that you suspect cutting agents.

   

  Effectiveness: 5/5

  • Subtle cerebral high coupled with a total body relaxation.
  • For Harry Potter fans, the effects are kind of like a happy-giggly Petrificus Totalus.

   

  Ease of Use: 3/5

  • Easy breezy if you have a Pax Era battery (if you don’t, you’ll need to buy one).
  • No battery clicks or voltage settings to adjust.
  • Phone app lets you control the colors and temperatures with the touch of a finger.

   

  Consistency: 4/5

  • My ABCs for Pax Era cartridges are Automatic, Battery-Specific, and Customizable.
  • Cartridges have the same look and feel.

   

  Price: 4/5

  • At $50 to $60 per half-gram, the price is justified for this high-quality product.
  • Great for people who consume moderately but who still want something heavy-hitting.
  • If you’re a heavy consumer, you may want to look elsewhere for more bang for your buck.

   

  Overall Rating: 4.25

   

  With the convenience of a Pax Era pod, the potency of Sun Roots Farms single-origin strains, and the efficacy of a specialized indica-leaning hybrid, you really can’t lose. This Jah Goo .5g vape cartridge offers an enjoyable cerebral “headiness” and made my entire body relax. Even with a $50-60 price tag, you can trust that you’re buying the best from the best.

   

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• District Edibles Sour Apple 100mg Hybrid Gummies (2019 Review)

  March 25, 2019 2:09 pm 1 Comment

  When I’m in a go-go-go place in life, I look to edibles to help me grounded during the evenings. And for me, 10 milligrams can feel like a lot or a little, depending on the potency of the edible itself. Generally, I’d say that is a great baseline and I can always dial it up by eating more. District Edibles is a brand known for its consistency, so I trust them to give me a “true” 10 mg product. I reach for them whenever I needed to chill out but still be functional.

   

  Shaped a bit like stars and surrounded by a charming rocket launch motif, I felt prepared to get spacey with these little green gummies. They look like something you’d find in a Kevin the Minion’s fanny pack on his way to Coachella – but in a good way.

   

  In this District Edibles Sour Apple Hybrid Gummy review, you'll learn about this product's:

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  • Packaging, Labeling & Product Design
  • Quality, Ease of Use
  • Potency, Effectiveness & Affordability
  • Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product
  • Overall Rating

   

  Packaging, Labeling & Product Design

   

  However, I’m not sure Kevin would actually be able to crack into this packaging, as these gummies are some of the most well-protected edibles I’ve seen.

   

  Your 10 pack of gummies comes in a hard plastic container with a clear tamper-proof, child-resistant design. I love that it’s fully recyclable and that doubles as a joint holder with space for joints rolled in classic 1 ¼ sized rolling papers. To me, this tells me District knows I like my weed in multiple formats and helps me live my best life even after I’ve finished their product. It’s slender and pocket-ready, and houses your gummies in a plastic and foil blister pack, kind of like a pack of gum. While the inner graphics are in keeping with a fun and light-hearted space theme, the graphics on the outside are more refined and “adult” looking with a gold, white, and green color scheme on a black background.

   

  While there’s a lot of extra information on their website, the labels on the package itself seem like they’re pretty much the bare necessities for Adult Use compliance. On the front is the brand name, opening instructions, a HYBRID classification, flavor, net weight, amount of pieces in the box, amount of THC (100mg per box) and CBD (0 mg per box) and per gummy. On the back are government warnings, a list of ingredients, usage instructions, batch number, manufactured by, manufactured on date, and best by date. There are also nutrition facts on the bottom of the package as well as web addresses and a graphic that shows you can recycle the package.

   

  I do like that in the ingredients they listed “cannabis oil (purified using CO2 and/or ethanol),” but I’d like to know more about the oil. When they say “purified using…” does that mean the same thing as “extracted using…?” What strains were used? I would have also liked to have seen a QR code or some sort of way to verify lab results. A full profile of all of the cannabinoids detected would also be helpful.

   

  Quality & Ease of Use

   

  Because these are made in 10 individual 10mg doses, they’ll be easy to dose if you’re comfortable with dosing in those increments. If you’re sensitive to small doses of THC, you might struggle to accurately cut these down further. If you don’t need it to be too precise, the “+” shape of these gummies makes it easy to bite off just a knob and look at it as roughly 2.5mg THC.

   

  Because the package is so small and dark, it’s easy to keep hidden when dosing throughout the day. If you take the blister pack out of the external package, there is nothing cannabis related printed on it, which means you can easily eat these out in the open without any judgmental eyes looking at you.

   

  As soon as I broke the seal and opened the box, I could immediately smell the familiar sour green apple fragrance. I would have assumed these would taste as deliciously sweet and fruity as they smelled, but I know the smell has ultimately set me up for disappointment in taste with the other District gummy flavors I’ve tried in the past.

   

  And honestly, I wrinkled my nose upon laying one of these on my tongue. This Sour Apple variety was probably the worst tasting of all of the District gummies flavors I’ve tried. You get a slight hint of that classic sour apple taste (you might compare to a green apple jolly rancher) which quickly gets sunk by an overpowering, spicy, weedy taste. It wasn’t so bad that I couldn’t continue eating them, but they certainly weren’t great. They did start tasting a little better as I continued to eat through the pack, after my taste buds acclimated. It did, however, leave a bit of a weedy aftertaste in my mouth. On the upside, when I can taste the cannabis like this, I can safely assume they used more of a full spectrum extract, which I know has more of a medicinal benefit for me (as opposed to a distillate). Heck, medicine isn’t necessarily supposed to be tasty!

   

  Though the package was a bit oily, these are a great texture for a gummy. Not chewy, per se, but more like Jell-O with a bit more density. It was wiggly and smooth and broke down easily in my mouth.  I like District’s commitment to the clean and easy chew factor.

   

  Potency, Effectiveness and Affordability

   

  I started feeling the effects kick in about an hour after consuming them and lasted for about 4½ more hours. It was an enjoyable high that eased my body and uplifted my mind. It wasn’t at all flighty, which is my biggest fear with hybrid edibles (I’m usually an indica guy for that reason). It made me feel good and medicated while still keeping me bright and functional – no couch-lock! District Edibles is always precise in their formulations, making this an edible that will give you a consistent experience every time you buy it.

   

  I spent my time with the medicated focus baking my grandma’s famous Cherry Tart for my cousin’s going away dinner. I must’ve been really in-tune with the flavors, ratios, and baking times, because my cousin and brother both agreed that I must’ve “channeled grandma” because it was the best tart I’d make since grandma passed and I’ve made it many times before this one. Did these hybrid gummies really help me to channel my grandma? I like to think so. I’ll definitely be consuming these gummies the next time I’m baking from grandma’s cookbook!

   

  The gummies are definitely more limited in terms of their versatility. I can’t think of anything to do with these besides eating them right out of the package. Maybe you can garnish a frilly drink with them or suspend them in Jell-O.

   

  For around $18, it’s a decent price for a gummy that provides potent, enjoyable, consistent results and is easy to eat and dose. The taste could be a little better, but I understand that medicine doesn’t always taste great. Overall the potency is worth the price, though it would be a better value of it was a few dollars cheaper. I’ll be buying them again next time I do some baking, for sure.

   

  Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product

   

  Packaging: 5/5

  • Top-notch reusable packaging is slim and pocket-ready.
  • Eye-grabbing aesthetics don’t sacrifice the product’s security.

  
  Labeling: 3.5/5

  • Just enough info for Adult-Use compliance, but not much more.
  • Includes brand name, hybrid classification, flavor, milligrams of THC (100), ingredients, batch number, manufacture date, best by date, etc.
  • Would like to have seen a QR Code to verify lab results and a more specific description of their extraction process.

   

  Easy to Dose? 4.5/5

  • Extremely easy to dose if you’re looking for 5-10 mgs.
  • Trickier if you’re sensitive to THC and want less than 5 mgs (try nibbling off a “knob”).

   

  Discretion: 5/5

  • Between the clever packaging design and the small size of the gummy itself, these are a breeze to eat on the go.

   

  Taste: 2.5/5

  • Spicy, weedy taste with hints of sour apple, but not nearly enough.
  • Overpowering cannabis taste as I consume and afterwards as well.
  • On the upside, I know District uses full extract cannabis oil, which increases its overall potency!

   

  Texture: 4.5/5

  • Package was slightly oily, but edible was an excellent “chewy” texture, with nothing left in your teeth.
  • Jell-O consistency with a bit more density.

   

  Effectiveness: 5/5

  • Perfect blend of uplifting for my mind and relaxing for my body.
  • Not too racy for those of you worried about trying a hybrid.
  • Gummy would be ideal before a workout or utilized during a day out-and-about on an excursion, like walking around a new city or a museum visit.

   

  Versatility: 1.5/5

  • Not a whole lot to do with these unless you’re thinking of garnishing a cocktail or making an ice cream sundae.

   

  Consistency: 5/5

  • Experience was consistent as could be.
  • Each gummy is a true 10 milligrams and that makes it a good buy in my book.

   

  Price: 4/5

  • A fair price: 10 gummies for $18, not including tax.

   

  Overall Rating: 4.05

   

  With District gummies, there’s a lot to like here if your top priority is potency but you want an edible that won’t take you under. I only wish they tasted better! I’d recommend buying a sidekick pack of gummies that you can wash the taste of these down with. But other than that, really good texture and thoughtful, consumer-friendly packaging.

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• Plus Products 100mg Watermelon Sativa Gummies (2019 Review)

  March 23, 2019 2:03 pm Leave a Comment

  Focus. Concentrate. Create. Are these goals for you, too? I find that cannabis, in general, helps me feel my body but the trick is finding the right ally for each of my activities. As an advanced user and an athlete, I find that a stellar cannabis product and proper dosing comes in clutch to help me achieve and have fun while doing it. Whether I’m carving into some fresh powder or looking to get a PR at the gym, a well-formulated sativa-leaning hybrid can give me the just-right combination of confidence and energy to get it done. Even more, I find that I “grind” less and enjoy myself more. Even if I’m sore, I’m happy and I know the cannabis is doing its thing to reduce inflammation so I can get back to it.

   

  I decided to put Plus Edibles Watermelon Sativa Gummies did to the test, as they seem on the surface to be an athlete’s homie. With a low-glycemic, gluten-free recipe (and Kosher to boot!), I felt these were the perfect treat to slip into my backpack as I hit the snowy slopes with my board. Here’s the breakdown of how these Sativa Gummies performed.

   

  In this Plus Uplift Watermelon Gummies review, you'll learn about this product's:

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  • Packaging, Labeling & Product Design
  • Quality, Ease of Use
  • Potency, Effectiveness & Affordability
  • Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product
  • Overall Rating

   

  Packaging, Labeling & Product Design

   

  When I first received the product, it was in good condition with no harm to the edibles inside. This is in part because the actual gummies are hidden in a metal screw-top container (tin) which is enclosed in a child/almost adult proof plastic bag. The idea of placing the product in a tin is quite cool (to me); I feel like its more sophisticated than simply “bagging” them, but also not the most elegant packaging either. The packaging itself wasn’t “extraordinary” or very eye appealing, but rather simple and effective; there were different colors based on effects and a clear section to actually see the metal tin. It was also recyclable which is a nice touch as not many companies are using recyclable or environmentally friendly packaging due to new compliances and regulations.

   

  When looking at the packaging, there is a good yet modest amount of information; with new regulations and laws, companies are now “over-labeling” things on the packages that can sometimes confuse consumers. Plus does a good job of giving the consumer everything they would want to know minus 1-2 things such as farm (sourcing) information, and strains used for the edibles. They give you lab test results, batch information, company/brand information, and dosage instructions for new users.

   

  These bite-size gummies are perfectly cut up and divided for easy use. Knowing that each square is ~5mg with 20 squares in the package, it is easy for someone new to start with 1-2 pieces and wait for the effects while an advanced user might need to consume ¼ to ½ of the container to get any effects.

   

  Quality & Ease of Use

   

  Plus gummies are portable, small and convenient for almost any situation. The discreet packaging allows for resealing to ensure freshness and portability.

   

  These little squares are perfect for any occasion due to how much they look like normal candy/gummies. Rather than having your usual brownie or cookie, these small artisanal candies could be consumed anywhere: the beach, the movies, at work, at home, kids’ soccer games… virtually anywhere.

   

  When you first open the container and smell the gummies, it reminded me of those watermelon belts that I would eat as a kid: sweet and pungent and yummy! Upon actually trying them, I was delightfully surprised to taste a briefly sour then deliciously sweet watermelon taste, similar to biting into a nice rind on a summer day. Unlike your firecrackers and brownies of days past, the cannabis taste is completely hidden and masked by the taste of other great ingredients. Even without being infused with cannabis, I would honestly buy them as they are an exemplary gummy on their own.

   

  When you first pick up and touch the gummies, you feel a grainy/coated candy that is soft and chewy. Depending on which Plus flavor you try, the coating is either more sugary or sour and more coarse – nothing that is gross or undesirable, just the nature of the candy. Some of the Uplift Watermelon gummies did have more chewiness to them which was weird at first, but after trying the rest I was reassured that it was just 2-3 in the container. Overall, they were easy to eat and what I look for in a gummy edible.

   

  Potency, Effectiveness and Affordability

   

  When trying cannabis edibles or any products, the results are going to very for everyone; while one may try an uplifting gummy and feel more calm/sedated, someone else might feel energetic and creative. I decided to give these Uplift gummies a try before a rigorous day of snowboarding – boy did they come through. Rather than giving my body a numbing feeling and making the day a struggle, I was able to charge down the mountain and ride all day with energy flowing through my body. Being a more advanced cannabis user, I decided to try 5 of these gummies for a total of ~25mg. This was a good testing dose as I felt the energy and “trick creativity” I needed while snowboarding without the anxiety that could have crippled my riding.

   

  When consuming edibles, the biggest factor for me is consistency in the dosages. Everyone has that horror story of the time their friend gave them a brownie with and said its 50mg and it turned out to be 1000mg…it wasnt pleasant. Now with the requirement of lab testing, the error of inconsistency has been reduced but can still be an issue. When trying these Plus watermelon edibles, I was happily surprised that the effects were as listed and the dosages felt right: 25mg felt about right and when I tried 50-70mg later on, there was definitely different effects. There was maybe one or two gummies that I ate for fun that felt underdosed or my tolerance was too high, but in general, Plus shows consistency in bringing you the same quality dosage every time.

   

  Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product

   

  Packaging: 3/5

  • Two-fold packaging: a stylish bag which contains a tin that houses 20 gummies.
  • We recommend being sober(ish) when you attempt to open these, as they are definitely tamperproof and child-resistant (nearly adult resistant, too).

   

  Labeling: 4/5

  • Plus includes all the important stuff without overloading you with info. A confident display.

   

  Easy to Dose: 5/5

  • Each gummy has ~5 milligrams of THC
  • Edibles are easy to scale up or down, depending on your experience.
  • New to cannabis? Start with one and see how you feel.
  • Seasoned user? Start with four or even five, and go from there.

   

  Discretion: 5/5

  • Tin slips readily into your pocket for whatever adventure you’re cooking up.
  • Gummies resemble other gummies out there and don’t reek of reefer, so they’re friendly for consumption in any environment.

   

  Taste: 5/5

  • Anyone who loved Fruit by the Foot as a kid or sour watermelon belts is going to flip for this flavor of gummies.
  • Delicious watermelon flavor with no trace of cannabis.

   

  Texture: 4/5

  • Coated with sugar and not overly chewy.
  • Might be a few pieces that you have to chomp down, but overall a mouthwatering sweet and sour candy.

   

  Effectiveness: 4/5

  • With edibles, there’s always some variability depending on mood and body chemistry that day.
  • These gave me the creative, energetic boost I was after.

   

  Versatility: 3/5

  • Other than incorporating into another dessert concoction or possibly a beverage, you’ve pretty much just got a classic gummy here.

   

  Consistency: 4/5

  • Aside from one or two “underwhelmers,” Plus’ Uplift gummies delivered their intended effect when I consumed in consistent doses.

   

  Price: 5/5

  • At around $17 for 20 gummies, you’re getting a really good deal.

   

  Overall Rating: 4.2

   

  Having tried numerous edibles and gummies over my years as a medical marijuana patient, I must say that Plus has a great thing going here. With different flavors and effects for different situations, it would be hard not to find one you like. Uplift is true to its name and definitely got me feeling good and ready to tackle the technical aspects of the mountain. With amazing pleasure, taste and potency, Plus Edibles Uplift Watermelon Sativa Gummies is a fine bargain.

   

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• District Edibles 1:1 CBD:THC Tropical Punch Gummies (2019 Review)

  March 21, 2019 2:07 pm 1 Comment

  Can you imagine if astronauts were also sent to space with edibles? I’m picturing floating in a zero-gravity environment, happily stoned, and exclaiming in wonder as I took in the sweeping expanse of the Milky Way. District Edibles wants to help you set sail and touch the stars of your consciousness with its space trippy gummies. They promise “fully activated” premium cannabis oil and each gummy allegedly is low sugar – less than 3 grams of sugar per serving and under 10 calories. After feeling pretty low on a higher pain day, I was ready to go somewhere, anywhere. I sampled these gummies before a meal with friends and below is the full scoop on my experience.

   

  In this District Edibles 1:1 CBD:THC Tropical Punch Gummies review, you'll learn about this product's:

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  • Packaging, Labeling & Product Design
  • Quality, Ease of Use
  • Potency, Effectiveness & Affordability
  • Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product
  • Overall Rating

   

  Packaging, Labeling & Product Design

   

  Sturdy. Attractive. Multi-purpose. What more could you want in packaging? Often, edibles’ packaging seems like an afterthought and is too flimsy for my taste. I love that District invests in its presentation, because as a consumer, that shows me that they stand behind their product. For instance, I love the effects of Sensi Chews formulation for insomnia but their medicine comes in a small plastic “tub” that resembles extra condiments. It honestly turns me off because once opened, it’s impossible to secure the remaining chewable tabs.

   

  I’m happy to report this is so not the case with District’s edible gummies. They are extremely secure in a hard-plastic casing that’s both tamperproof and child-resistant. And, drumroll please, they’re both recyclable and reusable as a joint holder! When I tried slipping a spliff rolled with classic 1 ¼ sized paper, it fit like a glove. I love that. It makes me feel “seen” as someone who does consume cannabis in multiple ways.

   

  While the graphics on the outside are fairly refined with gold and white lettering, the inside of the packaging holds a surprise, which again, makes me like this product. The gummies themselves are contained in a foil blister pack which are covered in rocket ships and phrases like “Booster,” “Gravity Check,” and “Accelerator.” It creates a mood of exploration and adventure, and with gummies in particular, I feel like this added layer of personality enhances the overall experience. Unlike the indica, sativa, and hybrid options, this CBD:THC package uses a label at the bottom that outlines dosage info, but it looks like it was printed on a home computer. I would have liked to have seen a nicer label on here as the other District gummies have, so I knocked 0.5 off the rating.

   

  While on the topic of labeling, the information covers the basic requirements but doesn’t go into much detail. It’s great that they have the ratio of CBD to THC per gummy and per box, opening instructions, government warnings, ingredients, best by date and batch number. After scanning the ingredients, I noticed these are full of artificial ingredients and also have corn syrup, so they’re definitely not what you would call “healthy” edibles.

   

  “Cannabis oil (purified using CO2 and/or ethanol)” is also mentioned in the ingredients list, but by including that, District actually raised more questions for me. When they say “purified using CO2 and/or ethanol,” what exactly do they mean? I wonder which strains were used? It would also have been beneficial to see a QR code or another way to double check testing results. A full profile of all of the cannabinoids would also be nice to see.

   

  Quality & Ease of Use

   

  If you’re comfortable with 5.45 mg THC and 4.54 mg CBD per dose, it’s relatively simple to dose in these increments. If you know you need 10 mg of THC, eat two to start. However, if you’re looking for a smaller dose, you can try cutting the gummy in half or biting off a “knob.” However, given this product is a gummy, it’s going to be difficult to cut these down further for precise dosing.

   

  Given the packaging’s slip-into-your-pocket-and-go nature, it’s easy to keep hidden when dosing throughout the day. If you take the blister pack out of the external package, there is nothing cannabis related printed on it, making it easy to use. Just pop out of the foil and into your mouth! Chewing is all that’s required. And speaking of chewability, District has got its formula down. It’s a clean experience as the gummy bits don’t get stuck in your teeth like Swedish fish. It feels like Jell-O with a bit more density, which I found very pleasurable and broke down easily in my mouth.

   

  That said, flavor is one of the most important aspects of gummies to me. Billed as tropical punch, I expect fruitiness, with notes of mango, pineapple, etc. As soon as I broke the seal on my first gummy, I could immediately smell the classic fruit punch fragrance waft toward my nose. I assumed these would taste as deliciously sweet and fruity as they smelled, but ultimately, the initial waft set me up for disappointment. The gummies tasted like heavily watered down Hawaiian Punch with a spicy and herbaceous cannabis flavor mixed in. It was almost medicinal tasting with a weedy aftertaste. This aspect makes District Edible’s gummies not beginner-friendly. I’m quite accustomed to the taste of rich, skunky cannabis but even for me, these were formidable. It was also overwhelmingly sugary tasting which had me questioning that 3 grams of sugar gummy marketing.

   

  The upshot is, when I taste strong cannabis flavors like this, I can safely assume District used more of a full spectrum extract as opposed to a distillate, which I know has more of a medicinal benefit for me.

   

  Potency, Effectiveness and Affordability

   

  Medicinal, indeed! District Edibles is always precise in their formulations, making this an edible that will give you a consistent experience every time you buy it. Sure enough, I can testify that each gummy I tried had the same potency. Despite the fact that it’s essentially a 1:1 ratio of CBD:THC, I still found these fairly psychoactive. So for the canna-curious reading this review, don’t be fooled! This maker makes sure to create edibles which are heavy hitters.

   

  About 50 minutes from the time I ate the first gummy in the pack, I felt it kicking in. Ten minutes later, my hunger started to kick in. This is extremely helpful for me, as due to some health issues caused by Crohn’s disease, I often don’t have an appetite all day and by evening, still haven’t eaten a thing. Now I can happily nourish myself!

   

  As my experience continued, after grabbing a bite to eat with friends, I found myself getting a bit anxious. While CBD generally tends to ease my anxieties, this combination of cannabinoids didn’t seem to help in that regard. The anxiety I was experiencing may have had little to do with the edible and more to do with my state of mind and body chemistry at the time, but it also might have been the edible. If you have regular issues with anxiety, like I do, you may want to take caution. Three hours after I had my first gummy, the high started dying down and at about the 5-hour mark I felt like I had sobered up. Aside from the minor bout of anxiety, I felt like this edible allowed me to be pretty energetic and productive. If I hadn’t been socializing with friends and playing strategic board games (which is exactly what I did), I could see myself happily cleaning my apartment or scouring thrift store shelves for deals.

   

  For around $15-$18, this is a good price for a gummy that provides potent, consistent results, and is easy to eat and easy to dose.

   

  Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product

   

  Packaging: 5/5

  • Well-protected in a hard-plastic, child-resistant container.
  • Reusable, recyclable, and doubles as a joint holder? Sold.
  • Fun rocket ship theme; classy graphics with gold, white and bluish purple.

  
  Labeling: 3.5/5

  • Bare minimum for adult-use compliance.
  • Leaves many questions: does “purified” mean the same as “extracted using?” What strains were used, how can we verify lab results?

   

  Easy to Dose?: 4.5/5

  • Simple to dose if you’re comfortable with the amount of THC and CBD in a single gummy.
  • Harder to cut and achieve a precise micro-dose.

   

  Discretion: 5/5

  • Packaging travels well in jackets or pockets and the foil itself has no reference to cannabis.
  • While someone might see the spaceship spangled pack and be curious what’s inside, they won’t know off the bat these are medicated gummies.

   

  Taste: 2.5/5

  • Cannabis-forward is an understatement.
  • These have the “weedy” taste that turn many people off edibles. But if your top priority is effectiveness, then flavor is secondary.

   

  Texture: 4.5/5

  • Great texture for a gummy: not chewy, but more wiggly, like Jell-O with density.
  • Didn’t get stuck in my teeth, left with a slight oily residue on my hands.

   

  Effectiveness: 5/5

  • Strong stuff, definitely helped me feel elevated, helped me manage pain, and sparked my appetite right up.
  • May have caused a bit more anxiety than I typically enjoy.

   

  Versatility: 1.5/5

  • Other than eating it as a gummy, there’s not a whole lot else you can do with these.
  • Potential to be used as a garnish for a cocktail or suspended in squares of Jell-O, but given the flavor issue, I’d recommend eating them as is.

   

  Consistency: 5/5

  • Overall experience was consistent as it could be.
  • Each gummy is a true 10 milligrams and that makes it a good buy in my book.

   

  Price: 4/5

  • At $15-18 per 10-pack of gummies, this is a fair price for consistently strong medicine… which definitely tastes like medicine.

   

  Overall Rating: 3.9

   

  District gummies’ taste could be a little better, but I also get that serious medicine doesn’t always taste great. The other thing I didn’t love was the spike in anxiety I felt, which might be explained by which strain was used (information which was not provided by the labeling). For many, I think the “hit every time” potency is worth the price, but if I buy it again, I would be cautious about it affecting my anxiety.

   

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• Select Elite – L.A. Confidential .5g Vape (2019 Review)

  March 19, 2019 9:00 am 1 Comment

  When I saw the name “L.A. Confidential,” I immediately thought of the neo-noir book and movie. Meet Elite, Select’s most popular product with one of the most beloved strains around, L.A. Confidential.

   

  One of my personal favorites, this strain is a potent “skunky” indica – the only thing I’ll ever describe as ‘skunky’ while still being excited to try it. Select is known for its high potency THC products, so I wouldn’t necessarily recommend this product for folks who are super new to cannabis.

   

  What makes this brand Elite, you ask? Great question. It won the 2017 Dope Industry Award for Best Concentrate Company, which says a lot. Select is also committed to working with small farmers who only grow their flowers in organic, biodynamic soil. And it’s true, you will experience the quality of whole plant medicine with Select Elite’s formulations.

   

  The Elite line of vaporizers often weighs in at 89% THC, which is why they’re such crowd-pleasers: they’re strong and they work!

   

  In this Select Elite L.A. Confidential vape review, you'll learn about this product's:

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  • Packaging, Labeling & Product Design
  • Quality, Ease of Use
  • Potency, Effectiveness & Affordability
  • Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product
  • Overall Rating

   

  Packaging, Labeling, and Product Design

   

  Select notes that its Elite line of vapes is powered by ceramic core technology: “Our award-winning hardware maintains a controlled, even temperature to allow for larger hits,” the company reveals. This cartridge is constructed with metal and glass, with a mouthpiece made of plastic (not unlike most Hollywood stars). While this might sound disheartening, trust me, this particular mouthpiece feels exceedingly comfortable on the lips. Maybe this is how Select gets you – anyone who’s had a Nalgene bottle with the nipple top knows what I’m talking about.

   

  Like I’ve noted in other reviews, I enjoyed Select’s commitment to telling me, the consumer, where their oil was tested, when it was tested, and how I can verify the results. I also appreciate the strain information, size/weight, and THC/CBD levels. Still, my curious mind wants to know every last bit of crucial info: a full cannabinoid and terpene profile, the extraction process used, and dates of harvest and processing. Maybe I’m being too picky, but at $50-60 per cartridge, this feels like a reasonable request.

   

  I do give Select bonus points for making all of their labels peelable stickers. This means consumers can label their cartridge and tell the difference between this heavy-duty indica and a lightweight CBD-rich cartridge, like Select Elite’s Ringo’s Gift.

   

  Quality and Ease of Use

   

  Select Elites use an organic cotton wick and specially designed ceramic coil aimed to “preserve the delicate flavor nuances of the oil and maintain a consistent temperature.” I have thoughts on the flavor (keep reading) but I do agree that the technology of these vapes allows for perfect consistency, every time.

   

  Potency, Effectiveness, Affordability

   

  As I take my first puff and contemplate the taste, I think to myself “Hey, this does taste a bit like L.A. Confidential!” The piney and woody flavor has a bit of a hash taste at the end. Select notes that they “reintroduce cannabis-derived, strain-specific terpenes” to recreate flavor profiles, and this vape pen tastes enough like the original strain’s profile that I believe them.

   

  However, what this brand lacks in flavor, it certainly makes up for in potency. After a couple more puffs, I could tell it had the same effects I get from L.A. Confidential flowers as well. It’s a calming, heavy-hitting indica that will totally couch-lock you. This strain is perfect for use as an evening vape – if you have trouble sleeping, this will definitely help you to melt into your bed.

   

  Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product

   

  Packaging: 4/5

  • Cartridge comes in a hefty cardboard box, yet it could easily bust under some weight.
  • Graphics are simple, clean and elegant.

   

  Labeling: 3.5/5

  • Decent but could be better.
  • I would prefer new details instead of repeating the same info that exists on a different part of the packaging.
  • Turning labels into peelable stickers is genius – it helps me keep track of which cartridge is which.

   

  Cartridge Quality: 4.5/5

  • Metal and glass construction with a plastic mouthpiece; a highly efficient cartridge.
  • Easier to take a bigger puff than expected, due to the ceramic core technology.
  • Perfect for users who want longer harder hits, but may be too harsh for new users.

   

  Taste: 3.5/5

  • Not terrible, but not mind-blowing.
  • I did taste some earthy, skunky, piney remnants on the exhale, but I didn’t love the inhale flavor.

   

  Vapor Quality: 4/5

  • Fairly smooth when you take a three-second hit (as the box suggests).
  • Longer hits may hit you on the back of the throat, causing you to cough.

   

  Oil Quality: 5/5

  • Top-shelf, spun gold oil.
  • Viscous and light in color – indicating purity, careful testing, and cleaning manufacturing processes.

   

  Ease of Use: 4.5/5

  • Vape is compatible with most mainstream batteries (510 threaded).
  • Small enough to take anywhere.

   

  Effectiveness: 5/5

  • Highly effective with minimal use.
  • Calming, heavy indica effects will allow you to melt into your sofa or bed, and have you sleeping in no time.

   

  Consistency: 5/5

  • Cartridges have the same look, taste, pleasure and relief.
  • It’s difficult to tell them apart without using their supplied stickers.

   

  Affordability: 4.5/5

  • At $50-60 per cartridge, this is a decent price, given the golden oil which speaks to its purity, well-designed vape technology, and consistent experience.

   

  Overall Rating: 4.35

   

  Select nails it with their L.A. Confidential strain-specific vape, which perfectly mirrors the (excellent) experience I’ve had with its flowers. This Elite cartridge only loses out because it doesn’t include the full range of specific information (harvest details etc.) that I’ve come to expect from the top brands. This high-potency THC vape is particularly effective if you suffer from chronic pain, just don’t expect to be too active after consuming.

   

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• Level Remedy 3:1 CBD:THC PAX Pod (2019 Review)

  March 15, 2019 10:20 am Leave a Comment

  The Remedy 3:1 CBD:THC, a new offering from Level, will speak to all you CBD-lovers (with deep pockets). Level is a company known for its excellence in preserving the full quality of the original cannabis plant across its product line. This brand’s dedication, especially to top-notch terpene profiles, is heartening to see in a blooming recreational industry that says it’s all about terpenes but often resorts to adding terpenes from ordinary sources (like lemon rinds) into the final product. For me, this is definitely cheating and a reason why I like Level so much: I trust their process because they tell consumers about it.

   

  For example, the San Francisco-based company uses steam distillation to extract the terpenes up front, and then puts those puppies on ice and adds them in at the end of the distillation process. This way the terpenes, which are known for the fickle instability, have the best odds at shining bright in the final product. I’m a big fan of this method, and given that Level also sources its raw material from small, organic farms, you’ve got a surefire winner in your hand when you buy anything from Level. And no, I’m not paid to endorse them! I’ve just tried several of their products and think they’re the real deal. Now, let’s dive into the specifics.

   

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  • Packaging, Labeling & Product Design
  • Quality, Ease of Use
  • Potency, Effectiveness & Affordability
  • Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product
  • Overall Rating

  Packaging, Labeling & Product Design

   

  Just like every other Pax pod I’ve purchased, this Level Remedy pod is packaged in the same way: a small, recyclable, white box with a minimalistic design. This one has a tamper-proof sticker that keeps the box closed. Level used their “branding space” at the bottom of the box wisely, featuring bright, neon green colors to command my attention and stand out from the other Pax pods on the shelf. Inside the box, there is child-proof, hard plastic holder with a window, keeping your pod safe and easily viewed.

   

  Maximizing the available box space, Level provided a date for when it was made, packaged, and when it expires. They also list percentages of the major cannabinoids (THC 24.5%, CBD 64.7%, THCA ND, CBDa 0.33%, CBG 2.49%, and CBN 0.55%. It also says “Blue Dream” on the back. I’ve never come across the Blue Dream strain that’s rich in CBD, but I’m assuming those are just the cannabis-derived terps they’ve introduced into the oil. They’ve labeled that their cannabis was harvested by Sunkissed Farms with a note on what effects to expect: “A mild high, helps ease pain and promotes rest.”

   

  Although there is a batch number, there’s no sign or source of lab testing for harmful contaminants. There isn’t a list of ingredients or any indication of the extraction method. Aside from those missing Items, a profile of the major terpenes involved would be nice to see. Since this company takes such deliberate steps to honor the integrity of its terpenes, they know what aromatic oils can be found in this cartridge.

   

  Quality, Ease of Use

   

  While I don’t love plastic cartridges, these Pax pods are made with food-grade plastic and utilize a dual wick and dual airflow – they’re of exceptional quality. Leak resistant, the Remedy 3:1 CBD:THC cartridge is able to maintain its temperature with precision, down to the single degree!

   

  I do enjoy the taste, but it tastes nothing like Blue Dream (the strain they have labeled). I would say it has more of a skunky, sweet n’ sour taste. That sweet n’ sour note is pretty familiar in the case of CBD-rich strains like ACDC or Sour Tsunami.

   

  This oil works really well set on a low temperature; you’ll get a minimal cloud and a smooth hit. If you amp it to a mid-range temp, you may find it to be a little harsh – but you’ll be rewarded with a thick cloud of vapor. Inside the cartridge, the oil is completely see-through and amber in color. I notice that the oil is fairly thick from the air bubble caught in it – I’m happy.

   

  Because it’s a Pax pod, this Level cartridge is incredibly easy to use when you have the Pax Era battery. You just pop it in the top. If you don’t have the proprietary battery, it’ll be pretty hard to puff on this.

   

  Potency, Effectiveness, Affordability

   

  This Remedy 3:1 hit me right off of the bat! The box says this product promotes rest, so I tried this baby out while getting ready for bed after a long day. I melted right into my mattress. I was initially having some trouble digesting my dinner, but the high CBD content settled my rumbling gut in no time. The THC hit me too, but led to a relaxing vibe without amping me up; I fell asleep with no problems. Level is always exacting their scientific blends of distilled cannabis and steam distilled cannabis terpenoids, so you can be sure the oil will be the same every time. Because it’s in a Pax pod, you can count on consistency there as well – a winning combination!

   

  For roughly $67, this is steep for a half gram of oil. If I bought the same oil housed in the classic 510-threaded cartridge, from the same shop, it would have been $17 cheaper. The Pax is pretty cool, but for me to rationalize spending an extra $17 bucks to use it doesn’t make sense for my budget.

   

  Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product

   

  Packaging: 4.5/5

  • A small, white box with a minimalistic design; bonus points for sustainability
  • Eye-catching, well-made, and secure packaging.

   

  Labeling: 4/5

  • I like that Level tells me what to expect: “A mild high, helps ease pain and promotes rest.”
  • Solid amount of information with just a few missing elements (no sign or source of testing, no major terpenes involved).

   

  Cartridge Quality: 4.5/5

  • Made from plastic, which we usually penalize for, but the food-grade plastic is leak resistant and durable.
  • Consistent airflow; organic cotton wicks

   

  Taste: 3/5

  • Enjoyable taste, but nothing like the strain they have labeled (Blue Dream).
  • Skunky sweet n’ sour taste indicative of CBD-rich strains (think Sour Tsunami or AC/CD).
  • I like the smooth flavor, but I was expecting something else.

   

  Vapor Quality: 4/5

  • Minimal cloud; oil works the best on a low temperature.
  • Harsher hits on mid-range temps but thicker vapor clouds.
  • Produces an optimal, smooth draw with no sacrifices in the potency department.

   

  Oil Quality: 5/5

  • Excellent oil quality.
  • Completely see-through, amber in color.

   

  Ease of Use: 3/5

  • Super easy if you have a Pax battery, but impossible to use if you don’t.

   

  Effectiveness: 5/5

  • Both powerfully relieving and gentle.
  • Offers a mild high for consumers who don’t want to feel a significant head change.

   

  Consistency: 5/5

  • Level’s commitment to ensuring potency and Pax’s design excellence make for a winning combination!

   

  Affordability: 2.5/5

  • At $67 for a half gram of oil, this is not cheap.
  • I can get the same oil in a classic 510-threaded cartridge (from the same dispensary) for $17 less.

   

  Overall: 4.1

  If it weren’t for the high price tag, I’d be going back to Level’s Remedy 3:1 CBD: THC Pax pod again and again. I’d turn people towards other Level products for budgetary reasons – and the good news is, many of them are of the same high quality and exact same 3:1 CBD:THC oil as the Remedy Pax pod. Overall, this is an excellent choice for those seeking to reduce inflammation and quiet generalized or acute anxiety.

   

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• Dosist Calm 50 Dose Cannabis Oil Vaporizer Pen (2019 Review)

  March 11, 2019 3:00 pm Leave a Comment

   

  I’ve taken to calling CBD-Rich products “CBD-eezy,” which, for me, is a combination of the easy, breezy, beautiful Cover Girl slogan and the take-it-easy effects associated with CBD.

   

  I like to think of myself in a music video with my hair slow-mo blowing in the wind with sun-kissed skin and friends all around. And yet, the thing I hear most frequently is, “I don’t feel anything!”

   

  Correct. CBD is non-psychoactive so you’re unaware of all the work this little compound does behind (your) scenes. It’s a superb healing agent that can help you feel like the star of your show by reducing inflammation, anxiety, and other pains preventing you from living your best life.  

   

  I kept hearing about the futuristic, gorgeous dosist Calm CBD pen and it’s many accolades for its modern design, recyclability and groundbreaking battery technology, making it one of Time Magazine’s Best Inventions of 2016.

   

  Will the disposable CBD pen live up to all the praise? We’ll find out in this in-depth evaluation.

   

  In this dosist Calm review, you'll learn about its:

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  • Packaging, Labeling & Product Design
  • Quality, Ease of Use
  • Potency, Effectiveness & Affordability
  • Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product
  • Overall Rating

   

  Packaging, Labeling & Product Design

   

  The preloaded CBD pen comes in a sleek yet simply designed charcoal blue box. 

   

  The bar graph on the back of the sturdy box represents the levels of THC, CBD, accessory cannabinoids and five major terpenes in a visually stimulating way, which is a rare packaging find. I just wish the graph had a numbered representation and the “accessory cannabinoids” were explicitly revealed.

   

  The dosist packaging also includes the THC and CBD milligram content, lot number, manufacturing and expiration dates, and other compliance info.

   

  The dosist calm pen comes encased in a tamper-proof, see-through plastic container. Inside, the white cylinder just a little wider than your pinky finger that’s compatible with the iPhone generation’s style expectations. The design is discreet, though it’s also something you want to be seen using. I’d feel slick using it at a show or another public event. 

   

  Quality, Ease of Use

   

  Not only does this dosist pen hit smooth, but it also vibrates! The same constant formula and airflow create a consistent, delightful experience that I appreciate.

   

  Oil quality is the second half of the equation, and I look for cartridges and disposables with thick, golden oil. Dosist Calm certainly delivers, though with a slight cloudiness that made me raise an eyebrow.

   

  Dosist (aka hmbldt) has even done the thinking for you so just inhale and you’re off to the races. Each hit has 2.25mg of CBD dominant oil and the pen gently vibrates after three seconds, letting you know you’ve gotten a “proper hit.” 

   

  As soon as I took my first “dose,” the sweet and sour cherry flavor indicative of CBD (I don’t know why CBD has that flavor) hit my tongue and made my mouth water. It’s easily one of my favorite flavors, as the oil used in the dosist Calm pen showcases the terpene profile beautifully.

   

  Every pen is designed with its own state-of-the-art recyclable battery – a nice gesture toward Mother Earth.

   

  However, each battery is very much its own animal, and getting accustomed to each dosist pen’s particular quirk takes a bit of finessing (i.e. learning how much you need to “pull” to get a hit).

   

  Potency, Effectiveness & Affordability

   

  Before trying this, I was feeling anxious. After taking the three suggested doses an hour for experience cannabis users, my anxiety immediately subsided.

   

  Still, this recommended calm dose was too little for me. Given its efficacy at helping handle my anxiety, I’d give this product five out of five stars if I could gauge my own doses and take larger puffs at a time.

   

  This CBD-rich formula provides focused clarity, which isn’t so much of a “high” as it is a nervous-system soother. The suggested “3 doses/hour for experienced cannabis user” was much too little for me.

   

  Despite dosist Calm’s look, function and effectiveness, its $50 price tag is just too high for the regular cannabis user. (A 200-dose pen typically goes for $100.)

   

  You’re paying more for the pen’s proprietary design and technology than for the vape oil inside as this “50 dose” only provides .185 grams of CBD oil. I’m used to paying the same price for a 1g Delta 9 1:5 THC:CBD cartridge. 

   

  It’s not a cost-effective way to regularly consume cannabis, but if you need just a bit to feel the effects or are new to cannabis, this is a solid entry-level pen–if you don’t mind spending a little extra.

   

  Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product

   

  Packaging: 5/5

  • Beautiful, humble design.
  • Tamper-proof white plastic box.
  • Slipcase includes vape pen and instruction pamphlet.
  • Product stays well-protected.

   

  Labeling: 4.5/5

  • Pamphlet contains detailed info: how to use, dosage, tips, warnings, recycling instructions.
  • Helpful bar graph that reveals cannabinoids and terpene profile.
  • Comprehensive compliance info.
  • A numbered representation on the graph would give this a 5.

   

  Cartridge Quality: 5/5

  • Pre-filled, CBD-dominant “dose pen” is a unique and innovative way to consume cannabis oil.
  • Allows for precise dosing, shuts off after you’ve medicated.
  • High-quality device.

   

  Taste: 5/5

  • Delicious sweet and sour cherry flavor that stimulates my palate and makes my taste buds do backflips.

   

  Vapor Quality: 5/5

  • As smooth as it gets.
  • You might not realize you’ve taken a hit until you’ve exhaled or you feel the pen vibrate.

   

  Oil Quality: 4.5/5

  • Thick golden oil with minor cloudiness.

   

  Ease of Use: 4/5

  • State-of-the-art recyclable battery is a plus.
  • Provides the exact dosage each time.
  • Can’t always get the perfect pull on the first attempt.

   

  Effectiveness: 4.5/5

  • Wonderfully effective.
  • Felt anxiety subside immediately after taking the suggested dose.
  • Dosage was too low for me; I needed more.
  • Would be a 5 if I could gauge my own doses or take larger single puffs.

   

  Consistency: 5/5

  • Top-notch consistency, giving you the same formula and dosage each time.

   

  Affordability: 1.5/5

  • Has only .185 grams of CBD vape oil; the majority of the average $50 cost is for the fancy battery and packaging.
  • Not affordable for the regular cannabis consumer.

   

  Overall Rating: 4.4

   

  With its elegant design, accurate dosing, vibration, dependable formula and fruity sour taste, the Calm pen by dosist sets the bar high for vape pens by creating a dependable experience I can trust. While the hefty price for so little CBD vape oil isn’t worth it if you’re a regular cannabis user or want more bang for your buck, it’s ideal for small and accurate dosing. 

   

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• Rove Tangie .5g Vape Cartridge (2019 Review)

  March 2, 2019 12:50 pm Leave a Comment

  Tangie is a citrusy burst of silly goodness. It’s a wildly popular strain for good reason – it helps you feel like you’ve got friends, like you’ve got this. I love its happy euphoria… a lot. I (vaguely) remember smoking some of this strain out of a glass blunt and sitting by Lake Merritt in Oakland, Cali. It happened to be 4/20 so naturally, everyone was smiling and soaking up the sunshine. People were passing out compliments and snacks. The vibe was perfect. I remember literally rolling down a grassy knoll giggling. It made me happy to be alive. Okay, have I sold you on this strain yet?

   

  Rove wasn’t a company I was initially familiar with. It’s a company that makes some noise about terpenes and their particular significance to the overall cannabis experience. However, the brand leaves me with a lot of questions. For instance, the website says Rove’s 100% organic cannabis is sourced from a collective of farms in their network, but (at the time of this review) they don’t offer any farm names or even location. In this adult rec moment in the cannabis industry, you can’t really get away with not telling me certain key pieces of information. Sourcing is a big part of building brand loyalty, and I’m not sure why Rove isn’t doing it.

   

  But let’s dive into the experience.

   

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  • Quality, Ease of Use
  • Potency, Effectiveness & Affordability
  • Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product
  • Overall Rating

   

  Packaging, Labeling & Product Design

   

  Rove’s packaging is pretty slick, albeit teeny tiny. The cartridge’s black box is small, compact. The cart slides out in a foam cut-out. I’d be worried about damage in a big way with packaging this whimsical.

   

  Unfortunately, this product and carton are not well-labeled. Aside from the logo, which takes up a lot of real estate, there’s strain info and net weight on the bottom of the slide out foam. There’s no testing info, batch number, THC/CBD ration or Prop 64 and 65 warnings.

   

  As for the product itself, it fits the bill with 510-compatible threading and a sleek appearance with a black metal tip to match the box’s orange and black branding. I’m sure there’s a Marvel character out there who would be stoked for this particular style. The cartridge is not labeled with its strain.

   

  Quality, Ease of Use

   

  The cartridge’s taste matches most other Tangie strains I have tried but it wasn’t as distinct as I had hoped. There was a pleasant citrus “burst” that’s fun on the tongue, but could definitely be “more Tangie.” It felt a bit like Diet Coke of Tangie experiences.

   

  The vapor was kind of basic, to be honest. It was easy on the throat but also didn’t feel like I was “getting anything.” This feeling doesn’t create an optimal smoking experience. You want to feel the cloud leaving your body – that’s the part of the fun. This vape doesn’t leave any sort of coating in your mouth, which I like, except when we’re talking about certain strains. I want a tangerine-y aftertaste that Tangie is known for…and I just didn’t get it with Rove’s cart.

   

  I can see that oil is a nice gold color and it’s pretty chunky. Depending on how you have stored the cartridge, you may need to heat it up to loosen the oil and get it to vaporize. This is not an indicator of bad quality, but rather that Rove didn’t “cut” this product with other additives or oils to make the product thinner.

   

  It’s compatible with most vape batteries that are 510 threaded. Do try to pre-heat it however your battery can to break up some of this thick oil to avoid cracking or it popping back into your mouth. That’s never fun!

   

  Potency, Effectiveness, Affordability

   

  After a couple of puffs of the Tangie, I slowly started to get a head high and uplifting effects that were perfect for my midday slump. While it doesn’t “taste” as strong as other carts can, the effects were moderate. Moderate, but felt. For a Tangie high, it seemed a little more chill as opposed to the usual energetic Tangie I know and love.

   

  Given that Rove’s Tangie was middle-of-the-road in terms of potency, I’d say it’ll work for people looking for something suitable. Like if you just want a cup of coffee or a run-of-the-mill vape, this will do the trick. It didn’t wow me, but it is still pleasant, don’t get me wrong.

   

  And it’s reasonably priced at $35 for a half a gram. This might be a determining factor for folks who know they want to try Tangie but don’t want to break the bank. It’s also possible that because the company didn’t go crazy on branding and packaging, they’re able to bring consumers a more affordable vaping option. I get that, and I get that this is a costly industry to get traction in right now.

   

  Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product

   

  Packaging: 2/5

  • Minimalist can be good, but I also want to have faith that it can hold up.
  • Packaging this flimsy risks damage to the product, which ultimately, isn’t great for a consumer who’s invested their hard-earned money and wants a product that’s going to last!

   

  Labeling: 2/5

  • Too sparse to be trustworthy.
  • Basically just the logo, strain and type and size on the bottom of the slideout.
  • No testing info, THC/CBD info or Prop 64/65 warnings.

   

  Cartridge Quality: 4/5

  • Meets the industry standard for “nice.”
  • Composed of metal and glass, more durable than plastic and doesn’t clog easily.
  • Becomes warm to the touch after a few longer consecutive draws.

   

  Taste: 3/5

  • Pleasant but not punchy.
  • Offers a citrusy and sweet taste that’s reminiscent of the strain.
  • Sort of like the Diet Coke of Tangie experiences.

   

  Vapor Quality: 3/5

  • Smooth and enjoyable, easy on the throat.
  • Not much of a cloud, lacked the thickness I was looking for.
  • Didn’t leave any unwanted taste or feeling in my mouth.

   

  Oil Quality: 4/5

  • Gold, chunky and fairly thick.
  • Consistency indicates this product is less likely to be “cut” with undesirable additives.
  • May need to heat this cart up in order to loosen the oil and get it to vaporize.

   

  Effectiveness: 3.5/5

  • Effects were mild but did help lift me up from the mid-day slump.
  • Seemed a bit more relaxes as opposed to the typical energetic effects of Tangie.
  • Didn’t taste as strong as other carts I’ve tried.

   

  Ease of Use: 4/5

  • Simple to use with a 510 compatible battery.

   

  Consistency: 4/5

  • This sample worked consistently for me, though it was the first cart I’ve tried from this brand.

   

  Price: 3.5/5

  • Affordable pricing, which makes it good for someone who wants to try vaping a Tangie strain but doesn’t want to drop serious dough to do so.

   

  Overall: 3.3

   

  Rove’s Tangie cartridge is made of high-quality glass with a metal tip that doesn’t clog easily and offers a smooth vapor that’s easy on the throat and lungs. The taste is very similar to other Tangie strains, defined by a sweet and citrusy flavor. The effects were moderate and more relaxing than energetic. Higher-tolerance users, skip this one. However, for new cannabis users or consumers who want something mild, this cartridge is a good option for a mid-day pick-me-up. Just don’t expect too much information about the actual product.

   

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• Pure Vape Apple Cinnamon Fizz Disposable Vape Pen (2019 Review)

  January 23, 2019 1:09 pm 1 Comment

  Remember those days when you took photos with disposable cameras?

   

  Fondly referred to as “disposies,” there was something so satisfying about spinning the dial and feeling the click beneath my fingers. Even when the pictures turned out lousy, the process was still good fun. I like to think of disposable vapes this way too.

   

  My experience with disposable vape pens depends on two major factors: the oil’s quality and the packaging. Knowing Pure Vape has solvent-free, triple-distilled cannabis oil in all their products, which I’ve seen in several SoCal dispensaries, I’m optimistic.

   

  But I’ve never heard of an apple cinnamon fizz strain.

   

  Is there a trade-off like so many disposables, or does this Pure Vape Apple Cinnamon Fizz 300mg disposable vape pen provide an equally impressive balance of both? Let’s start puffing and dig into the specifics.

   

  In this Pure Vape Apple Cinnamon Fizz disposable vape pen review, you'll learn about its:

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  • Packaging, Labeling & Product Design
  • Quality, Ease of Use
  • Potency, Effectiveness & Affordability
  • Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product
  • Overall Rating

   

  Packaging, Labeling & Product Design

   

  

   

  I first noticed the minimal packaging, brief labeling, and green apple/neon green color.

   

  The disposable vape comes in a generic, thin plastic tube with a rubber stopper at the top–which it fell off and didn’t offer great protection, making me feel uneasy. “Pure” is labeled in white on the pen along with graphic of a drop of cannabis oil at the bottom.

   

  The lack of detailed information doesn’t help. There’s more space for a picture of an apple with a cinnamon stick than the key info like cannabinoid percentages, derived hybrid strain(s) and verifiable testing results, leaving me to question this product’s quality and safety.

   

  While the back of the sticker provides some info like THC content in milligrams, warnings, compliance and ingredients, its small print and cramped space make it a bit difficult to read.

   

  The brand could’ve been more creative and added more, or at least placed a link to confirm these details. This is no time for secrecy and doubt, Pure Vape!

   

  Quality, Ease of Use

   

  Like some disposables, you can’t see the oil within so I don’t know what I’m about to consume. This isn’t uncommon, but I’d like more transparency.

   

  This apple cinnamon fizz vape does have a big benefit: it’s incredibly easy to use. No button, no hassle; just whip it out (get your head out of the gutter) and inhale. The bottom light at the bottom lets you know it’s working.

   

  The top and bottom have the same round shape that initially made them hard to distinguish, even with the bottom’s Pure Vape drop symbol (I thought maybe of unscrewing it). When I inhaled, the wider mouth felt bulky and uncomfortable compared to a thin, flat mouth like L.A. Kush’s Bertberry Cheesecake disposable.

   

  Potency, Effectiveness & Affordability

   

  

   

  After three solid puffs I noticed the flavor was obviously not cannabis-derived; it tasted like a tobacco vape because of the added flavoring. Disappointing, since I was expecting more of a sweet apple pie taste.

   

  The non-cannabis flavors made me a little queasy so I couldn’t use it for long. Even though the brand makes eleven other disposable flavors, I don’t feel compelled to try them.

   

  In spite of Pure Vape’s claim, it’s impossible to gauge the quality of their “triple-distilled, solvent-free cannabis oil.” As mentioned, there’s no window to see the oil’s color and viscosity. There are also no lab test results included, leaving me to question this product from the start.

   

  This disposable vape pen is definitely an effective hybrid high; more head than body. Based on my gentle giggly feelings, it seems to lean on the sativa side.

   

  Pure Vape says this pen is good for about 120 uses at 300mg of cannabis oil, which is slightly less than most disposables. Given that three pulls had me “feeling it,” I’d say this sounds about right.

   

  For about $25, you do get a certain “bang for your buck.” I personally wouldn’t buy it again as neither the packaging nor the oil met my expectations.

   

  Nonetheless, this price it’s worth trying if you like easily and quickly vaping non-cannabis flavors. At that price it could be sweet to offer as an adult “party favor” for your cannabis curious friends.

   

  Nugg Score: How the Nugg Team Rates This Product

   

  Packaging: 1/5

  • Simply a generic, thin plastic tube with a rubber stopper in the top.
  • The stopper fell off in the bag from the dispensary, so it doesn’t provide the best protection.

   

  Labeling: 1/5

  • Product name, health and government warnings, brief ingredients, THC content in milligrams; hardly any information.
  • Small print and limited space made info tough to read.
  • More space given to a picture of an apple with a cinnamon stick than pertinent info.
  • Left me with more questions than answers.

   

  Cartridge Quality: 3/5

  • An all-in-one, oil-filled, disposable vape pen that seems to be made from plastic and metal.
  • Has a light on the bottom to let you know it’s working.
  • The mouthpiece’s round shape isn’t very comfortable in your mouth and can be hard to distinguish from the bottom of the vape.

   

  Taste: 2/5

  • Tastes as advertised without being super sweet.
  • Cannabis is completely masked by added flavors.
  • Tastes like a tobacco vape instead.

   

  Vapor Quality: 3/5

  • Some coughing and throat irritation after three pulls.

   

  Oil Quality: 1/5

  • Absence of a window prevents seeing the oil.
  • Lab testing info is not available.
  • I can only assume the worst.

   

  Effectiveness: 3/5

  • Definitely an effective hybrid head-high that seems to be sativa-dominant.  
  • After a few hits, I felt a little nauseous from the “flavors” that definitely were not cannabis-derived.

   

  Ease of Use: 4.5/5

  • Incredibly easy to use; no button. Just inhale and watch the light activate. 
  • Little light shines to tell you that you’re doing it right.
  • The flashy neon/apple green color makes it noticeable, which can make vaping difficult. There’s no hiding it!

   

  Consistency: 3/5

  • Personally, these are consistently not pleasurable to vape; but if you like “flavored” vapes, you might consistently like this.

   

  Price: 3/5

  • I wouldn’t jump at the chance to buy this again. However, the $25 price makes it worth a try if you like vaping non-cannabis flavors.

   

  Overall Rating: 2.45

   

  When it comes to my two key factors, Pure Vape’s 300mg Apple Cinnamon Fizz disposable disappointed. The downsides outweighed its positives, which are ease-of-use, convenience and effectiveness (I felt elevated after three hits).

   

  While I found this consistently displeasing, if you’re a fan of “flavored” vapes and don’t care much about what’s in yours, you might enjoy Pure Vape’s line of disposable vape pens. Maybe their more traditional vape cartridges rank higher in both my categories and beyond.