Top 10 Cannabis Sativa Strains for Overcoming Writer’s Block
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Cannabis cures a variety of ailments, and while writer’s block isn’t on the list of medical ailments to get you a medical card in any state, recreational marijuana can still assist in artistic endeavors. If you’re looking to spark up something creative, try one of these tasty sativa strains, favored by writers for their brain-stimulating properties.
Ten strains you'll learn about in this post:
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Strawberry Cough
Leafly Rating: 4.1
Strawberry Cough combines the Strawberry Fields strain with Haze genetics to create a potent sativa blend. The skunky, berry flavors will capture your senses while the cerebral, uplifting effects provide an aura of euphoria that is sure to leave a smile on your face. Strawberry Cough has been a popular strain since medical and recreational decriminalization began, so it’s easy to find in dispensaries. This will quickly become your go-to strain to overcome creative obstacles.
Chocolope
Leafly Rating: 4.2
DNA Genetics developed Chocolope by crossing Chocolate Thai with Cannalope. The hefty sativa buds give earthy, sweet coffee flavors that provide a dreamy, cerebral effect. Chocolope is your morning or dessert coffee and smoke rolled into one mocha-flavored blunt. It’s also a great strain to blend with tobacco for a quick spliff.
Moby Dick
Leafly Rating: 4.0
Moby Dick is a cross between indica-dominant hybrid White Widow and sativa Haze, creating a mostly sativa plant that delivers a charged buzz. The aroma is a sweet citrus from the Haze, which dominates the palate with vanilla and eucalyptus tones. Named for the literary whale, Moby Dick isn’t a myth you have to hunt – it’s the motorized, GPS-enabled submarine you’re hunting it in.
Maui Waui
Leafly Rating: 4.1
Maui Waui (or Maui Wowie) is a classic sativa straight from the shores of Hawaii. Lightweight sativa effects allow your mind to drift away to creative escapes, while Maui Waui’s motivating, active effects may be all you need to get outside and enjoy the sun. The first marijuana strain I ever smoked, Maui Waui is the perfect meditative bud to get you focused on creating a space in the world around you.
Lamb’s Bread
Leafly Rating: 4.3
Also called “Lamb’s Breath,” Lamb’s Bread is a bright green and sticky sativa strain. The effects have been known to give mass amounts of energy and positive introspection. Even Bob Marley encountered this wonderful slice of cannabis genealogy while exploring his philosophical and political ideologies. Lamb’s Bread is one of my favorite fast-thinking smokes to get the mind revved up and thinking.
Sour Diesel
Leafly Rating: 4.2
Sour Diesel, or Sour D, is an invigorating sativa named after its pungent, diesel-like aroma. This fast-acting strain delivers energizing, dreamy cerebral effects that have pushed Sour Diesel to legendary status. Many writers, musicians, and artists use Sour D to push beyond the walls of creative blocks, and it can have the same effect on you, if you’re over 21 and living in the right place.
Laughing Buddha
Leafly Rating: 4.3
Laughing Buddha is an earthy cross between Thai and Jamaican strains with a sweet, fruity smell broken up by hints of spice. It provides a rich, pungent smoke. As the name implies, the strain will leave you feeling giggly, so humor writers will enjoy smoking Laughing Buddha most while writing. Writers in other genres, however, will likely only need it for brainstorming.
Willie Nelson
Leafly Rating: 4.1
Willie Nelson is a mostly sativa cannabis strain lauded for its euphoric, creative effects. This strain leaves you clear-headed, allowing you to perform artistically the way you want. There’s nothing worse than hitting that mental wall you can’t overcome. A walk will clear your head, as will a quick meditation and yoga break, but to prepare for all of it, you need Willie Nelson.
Mexican Sativa
Leafly Rating: 3.0
Mexican Sativa is a 70/30 sativa-dominant hybrid that offers an uplifting, clear-headed buzz alongside a fresh sandalwood aroma. Being raised on the Mexico/Arizona border, Mexican dirt weed was all we had to smoke back in the day. Though filled with stems and seeds, and not nearly as potent as today’s strains, Mexican Sativa inspired nearly everything creative I wrote from my late teens to mid-20’s.
Green Crack
Leafly Rating: 4.1
Few strains compare to Green Crack’s sharp energy and focus as it induces an invigorating mental buzz that keeps you going throughout the day. With a tangy, fruity flavor redolent of mango, Green Crack is the perfect daytime smoke for writers looking for a creative boost. This strain will get your brain going, but don’t worry about the name – there’s no cocaine or baking soda anywhere near it, and there is no spoon.
If you need a long-term creative boost, you’re not going to find it in drugs. Working in the creative arts requires you to be a little unhinged, but if you’re fueled by substances, you’ll end up on the wrong path. For short-term help with creative projects, there’s no better natural and organic substance than cannabis. So head to your nearest dispensary, caregiver, or street dealer to find out if they have any of these strains in stock.
Brian Penny is a former Business Analyst and Operations Manager at Bank of America turned whistleblower, freelance writer, and troll. Penny has been featured on Huffington Post, Lifehack, The Street, Cannabis Now, and Hardcore Games.
South Dakota Tribe to Open Nation’s 1st Marijuana Resort
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The Santee Sioux tribe has already proven its business acumen, running a successful casino, a 120-room hotel and a 240-head buffalo ranch on the plains of South Dakota.
But those enterprises have not been immune to competition and the lingering effects of the Great Recession, so the small tribe of 400 is undertaking a new venture — opening the nation’s first marijuana resort on its reservation. The experiment could offer a new moneymaking model for tribes nationwide seeking economic opportunities beyond casinos.
Santee Sioux leaders plan to grow pot and sell it in a smoking lounge that includes a nightclub, arcade games, bar and food service and, eventually, slot machines and an outdoor music venue.
“We want it to be an adult playground,” tribal President Anthony Reider said. “There’s nowhere else in America that has something like this.”
The project, according to the tribe, could generate up to $2 million a month in profit, and work is underway on the growing facility. The first joints are expected to go on sale Dec. 31 at a New Year’s Eve party.
The legalization of marijuana on the Santee Sioux land came in June, months after the Justice Department outlined a new policy that allows Indian tribes to grow and sell marijuana under the same conditions as some states.
Many tribes are hesitant to jump into the pot business. And not everyone in Flandreau, about 45 miles north of Sioux Falls, believes in the project. But the profit potential has attracted the interest of many other tribes, just as the debut of slot machines and table games did almost 27 years ago.
“The vast majority of tribes have little to no economic opportunity,” said Blake Trueblood, business development director at the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development. For those tribes, “this is something that you might look at and say, ‘We’ve got to do something.’ “
Flandreau’s indoor marijuana farm is set against a backdrop of soybean fields. If not for a security booth outside, the building could pass as an industrial warehouse.
Inside, men are working to grow more than 30 strains of the finicky plant, including those with names like “Gorilla Glue,” ”Shot Glass” and “Big Blue Cheese.”
Pot is prone to mildew and mold, picky about temperature and pH level and intolerant to tap water. So the Santee Sioux have hired Denver-based consulting firm Monarch America to teach them the basics.
Tribal leaders from across the country and South Dakota legislators will tour the Flandreau facility in mid-October.
“This is not a fly-by-night operation,” said Jonathan Hunt, Monarch’s vice president and chief grower. Tribal leaders “want to show the state how clean, how efficient, how proficient, safe and secure this is as an operation. We are not looking to do anything shady.”
Elsewhere, crews have begun transforming a bowling alley into the resort.
A marijuana resort open to the public has never been tried in the U.S. Even in states such as Colorado and Washington, where pot is fully legal, consumption in public places is generally forbidden, although pro-pot activists are seeking to loosen those restrictions. Colorado tolerates a handful of private marijuana clubs.
Unlike the vast reservations in western South Dakota, where poverty is widespread, the little-known Flandreau Santee Sioux Reservation is on 5,000 acres of gently rolling land along the Big Sioux River. Trailer homes are scarce and houses have well-trimmed lawns.
The Santee Sioux hope to use pot in the same way that many tribes rely on casinos — to make money for community services and to provide a monthly income to tribal members. The existing enterprises support family homes, a senior living community, a clinic and a community center offering after-school programs.
Reider hopes marijuana profits can fund more housing, an addiction treatment center and an overhaul of the clinic. Some members want a 24/7 day care center for casino workers.
The prosperity that marijuana could bring to Indian Country comes with huge caveats. The drug remains illegal under federal law, and only Congress can change its status. The administration that moves into the White House in 2017 could overturn the Justice Department’s decision that made marijuana cultivation possible on tribal lands.
Meanwhile, tribes must follow strict security measures or risk the entire operation.
The marijuana cannot leave the reservation, and every plant in Flandreau’s growing facility will have a bar code. After being harvested and processed, it will be sold in sealed 1-gram packages for $12.50 to $15 — about the same price as the illegal market in Sioux Falls, according to law enforcement. Consumers will be allowed to buy only 1 gram — enough for two to four joints — at a time.
Want another gram? The bar-coded package of the first gram must be returned at the counter.
Since the Santee Sioux announced their plans, the Passamaquoddy Tribe in Maine signed a letter of intent with Monarch to build a cultivation facility for industrial hemp. The Suquamish Tribe and Washington state officials signed a 10-year agreement that will govern the production, processing and sale of pot on the tribe’s land.
In the long run, Reider is certain that the benefits will outweigh the risks of tribal marijuana enterprises.
The tribe, he said, must “look at these opportunities because in order to preserve the past we do have to advance in the present.”
Associated Press
Copyright © 2015, Chicago Tribune
Strain of the Week: Super Lemon Haze
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This particular Super Lemon Haze strain can be found at Exhale Med Center, one of L.A’s premiere cannabis dispensaries, and you can order ahead with Nugg! Ok, moving on. Super Lemon Haze features a fiery, tangy tart take with a hint of sugar. Think Lemonheads candy but more subtle.
The Nugg app provides a handpicked list of the best cannabis providers in Southern California. We personally vet each dispensary on a variety of criteria, including product quality and potency.
We don’t just rely on third-party tests, as they don’t tell the whole story behind a cannabis strain. Members of our own team are responsible for ensuring our partners offer high-quality products that are safe for patients, by testing the products themselves.
This is the second in a series of product recommendations from the Nugg team. Many products we review can be found directly on the Nugg app, but not all. Our main goal is to provide users the information they need to make informed purchase decisions about cannabis.
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Overview
This strain is a sativa-dominant hybrid between Lemon Skunk and Super Silver Haze, with 15-22% THC and very minimal CBD. It’s 80% sativa, 20% indica.
Looks
Multi-colored and typically coated in THC-crystals, fiery orange & lemon hairs encapsulate this beautiful nug.
Scent
Zesty, citrusy, but with a dash of sweet!
Taste
Just as the name would imply, Super Lemon Haze features a tangy tart taste with a hint of sugar. Think Lemonheads candy but much more subtle.
Effects
A slow onset that produces light euphoria and a defined head-high, recommended for daytime use. Peak effects are very focused, cerebral, and uplifting. Best used for symptoms like depression and lethargy, not necessarily stress.(Keep in mind, these can vary from person to person).
Potency
Effects lasted over two hours. 8.5/10.
Where to Find Super Lemon Haze
You can find Super Lemon Haze on the Nugg app, courtesy of Vertical Meds in L.A and the San Fernando Valley, just click here.
Patient Testimonials
“This sativa will rocket your consciousness into the stratosphere while giving your body a light stoning, very potent bud.” –Paul R.
“I’m always a sucker for Lemon strains and this was no exception. Smoked this first thing in the morning to kick off my chores and it kept me going in a great mood for hours.” –Simone G.
“This is by far my favorite strain. Amazing lemony smell and taste. Very uplifting and energetic. Great before a workout.” –Danny R.
What’s your favorite strain for staying active? Kick off a discussion, leave a comment!
Strain of the Week: 3C Banana OG
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The Nugg app provides a handpicked list of the best cannabis providers in Southern California. We vet dispensaries on many criteria and product quality is a top priority.
We don’t just rely on third-party tests, as they don’t tell the whole story behind a product. Members of our own team are responsible for ensuring our partners offer high-quality products that are safe for patients.
This is the first in a series of product recommendations from the Nugg team. Many products we review can be found directly on the Nugg app, but not all. Our first concern is to provide users the information they need to make informed purchase decisions about cannabis.
Overview
This strain is an indica-dominant hybrid between Banana and OG Kush. It’s 60% Indica, 40% Sativa.
Looks
Glows bright-lime, coated in trichomes and scattered with rust red and golden yellow pistils.
Scent
Banana OG smells tasty and tropical, sprinkled with a little tart spiciness. It’s pungent, but doesn’t invade the whole room. There’s no muskiness or “skunkiness.”
Taste
This is where the Banana really shines through. Smooth and sweet. Taste sits pleasantly in your mouth for a while inhale.
Effects
Quick and notable pain relief, best described by muscle relaxation and light numbing. Simultaneously, the mind becomes activated and colors become more vibrant, and your energy and consciousness expands. (Keep in mind, these can vary from person to person).
Potency
Effects lasted over two hours; 8/10.
Growth
Labeled a “vegan” herb by Coast to Coast, this strain was cultivated and distributed using an animal-free process from start to finish.
Where to Find 3C Banana OG
You can find and order 3C Banana OG on Nugg online.
Or, if you want to get out of the house, visit Coast to Coast Collective in Canoga Park, one of the city’s premier dispensaries with a friendly staff, comfortable atmosphere, and budding cannabis plants available for you to inspect right in the bud room!
This storefront is easily accessible and is dedicated to providing personalized attention, special deals and giveaways for qualified patients, and top-quality medication at all times. At Coast to Coast, you come for the bud and stay for the people. Their in-house branded line of flowers is titled “3C” and includes sativas, indicas, and hybrids.