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BREW DR. TRANQUIL GINGER KOMBUCHA GRASSE BIRI BLACK CHERRY PUNCH FLOWER AND ICE HASH INFUSED PRE-ROLLS
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FRONTIER CBD SOUR CBD GUMMIES ALASKA BOTANICALS HERBS AND TEAS SELDOVIA BAY BLUEBERRY TEA
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SEPT. 2021
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rasse has released their new line of potent pre-rolls, called Biri. Packed in compact tins that stand out from typical Cannabis products, we knew we had to get our hands on a pack. It certainly didn’t hurt that they were infused with solventless hash. BIRI was created to be the sort of joint you might find at a pharmacy or drug shop in India – compact and powerful with the vibe of a convenience item. Slide the tin open and you’ll find carefully packed joints, stuffed into dependable Futurola papers with a twisted tip. The joints are nicely stuffed and you can see the ice hash infusion running tip to tail through the thin papers. Easily lit, a light herbal flavor carries through the joint, earthy and slightly floral. Once the hash begins to melt, the joint takes on a rich cherry flavor – even leaving a lingering sweet aroma in the living room. To complement the earthy and herbal profile, we split a Brew Dr. Tranquil Ginger Kombucha and toasted to our genius pairing. The spicy and effervescent ginger cuts through the acidic sourness of the kombucha and rounds out those herbal flavors of the pre-roll. Turmeric grounds the entire combo with an earthy base that supports the rest of the profile. The hash scent and flavor on top of everything completes the package and reminds us why we paired these two in the first place. After sharing one of the half-gram joints, we settled into an effect that was nearly psychedelic – energetic but grounded, without coming close to being racy or our anxiety spiking. The joint burned evenly to the end and our eyes were considerably more relaxed when we stubbed out the last of it. There’s no doubt we’ll be knocking glasses to this combo again as the patio season winds down.
REVIEW BY RYAN HERRON @THELOUD100 PHOTO BY DANIEL BERMAN @BERMANPHOTOS
Summer is winding down, and increasingly, Alaskans are feeling the urge to cuddle up with a comfortable blanket and warm drink. After spending the last three months fishing, hiking, biking and camping, it’s safe to say that we’re more than a little tired and maybe even a bit banged up. So, when picking a pairing for this month, we decided to slow things down and focus on a relaxing combo of Alaska Botanicals Herbs and Teas’ Seldovia Bay Blueberry Tea and Frontier CBD’s Sour CBD Gummies. This full-bodied, robust tea features wild blueberries gathered locally from Seldovia. Once picked, the berries are set to cure in a blend of natural herbs like lavender, lemon thyme, chicory and red leaf clover. The tea is then infused with fragrant wild-picked fireweed and a pinch of stevia for added sweetness. The result is a delicious, caffeine-free cup of tea that perfectly steeps within three to five minutes. To get the most out of your self-care routine, try pairing your cup of tea with a few of Frontier CBD’s Sour CBD Gummies in blue raspberry. The sweetness of the tea cuts through the sourness of the gummies and intensifies the fruity flavor of both products. Highly potent, Frontier CBD’s products are the perfect way to enjoy the pain and mood regulation effects of Cannabis without consuming any THC. Said to adjust the endocannabinoid system, which in turn regulates eating, sleeping, inflammation, cognitive function and overall relaxation, CBD is a natural way to show your body some love. Frontier CBD’s gummies also come in a wide variety of flavors and potencies, so you can find the exact right product for your individual needs. REVIEW & PHOTO BY O’HARA SHIPE @SHIPESHOTS
