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BLUEBERRY MUFFIN COURTESY OF THE PASS
With new seasons comes new change. While cannabis use differs for everyone, many can relate to the abundance of activities the summer offers and the toll it may have on the mind and body.
Diving deeper into those waters, local dispensaries share their exciting new releases, or upcoming products, and why they may be beneficial for you!
BAHAMA MAMA COURTESY OF 253
253
Location in Turner Falls VISIT 253FARMACY.COM FOR MORE INFO
BAHAMA MAMA
253 has some exciting new releases, including Bahama Mama, a sativa dominant cross between Tropicanna Cookies x Black Banana. This strain has forest green and deep purple nugs with a unique aroma of funk and tangerines. 253 said, “Bahama Mama is glowing with trichomes and an incredible frosty structure, great for euphoria and creativity.” They added, “The smell is out of this world, and has a loudness you won’t be able to pass up!” Costs: 1g $15 1/8 / $45 - $55 *Cannabis and Sales tax not included. Pricing on flower may vary.
INDICA & SATIVA TINCTURES
253 shared, “Our Elevate and Mellow Tinctures are a sugar free alternative to edibles.” They are made from a selective batch of house grown Sativa and Indica strains that provide an elevating or relaxing full body effect. “Our tinctures are made with coconut MCT oil, sunflower lecithin and 253 lab produced distillate. Kosher certified,” said 253. Tinctures cost $50 *Cannabis and Sales tax not included.
CHOCOLATE BARS
“Our chocolate bars are made from the finest Belgian - Callebaut chocolate we could source,” they explained. 253 has a diverse selection of craft bars including multiple vegan options. “We are proud to offer the first kosher edible in the state of Massachusetts,” said 253. Chocolate Bars cost $28 *Cannabis and Sales tax not included. 253 Signature flavors- Espresso, Toasted Coconut, Peanut Butter, Toffee, Mint Cookie, Pretzel.
BULK OIL COURTESY OF BOSTON BUD FACTORY
BOSTON BUD FACTORY
Location in Holyoke VISIT BOSTONBUDFACTORY.COM FOR MORE INFO
NATURAL VAPE CARTRIDGE
Frank Dailey of Boston Bud Factory said they will be releasing a natural vape cartridge with CO2 extract- diluted with natural terpenes. “We extract the terpenes from flowers and use it to dilute back for cartridges,” explained Dailey. The product is clean and all natural. Dailey predicted the vape will cost about $40 for a half gram cartridge and $80 for a full gram cartridge. He said an average cartridge costs about $100. “The goal is to reduce the price point for patients and get something more affordable,” stated Dailey. Cartridges are now available.
FRESH FLOWER ROSIN
Boston Bud Factory will also be launching a fresh flower rosin. This product has a higher purity concentrate that is used for dabbing, explained Dailey. He added, this is designed for people who like a higher strength. Dailey said, “Dabbing is becoming more popular.” Flower Rosin is a clean product with no solvents, by products, or chemicals. There is no price as of now, however the range will be between $40 to $70 for a half gram. Dailey said this is so people can try different varieties to find what they like. This product is now available.
Another product that will be released during the summer months is a self dosing syringe. Dailey said, the syringe will have CO2 extract- a highly purified extract of THC. “People can use this to make edibles, fill vape cartridges, etc.,” he claimed.
CANNABIS CONNECTION
Location in Westfield VISIT: CCOFWESTFIELD.COM
LEVIA- INFUSED SELTZERS
Thomas Keenan, CEO of Cannabis Connection said, “We have three relatively new brands...each specializes in a type of product.” The first is infused seltzers made by Levia. This Cannabis-Infused Social Seltzer comes in effects based formulations with all-natural flavors, 5MG of THC, zero calories, and zero sugars. The flavors include a sativa based, uplifting raspberry lime; a hybrid based, balanced lemon lime; and an indica based, relaxing jam berry. Cost is $7.50 each, or 3 for $21, or the best deal of a 6-pack for $37.50. Please check the store for current pricing.
FERNWAY VAPE CARTRIDGE
Cannabis Connection carries all six of the vape carts offered from Fernway- a Northampton based company. Fernway vapes have outstanding flavors, undeniable style, and always deliver an experience worth savoring. The flavors include grapefruit (juicy/tart), homegrown (diesel/pine), berkshire gold (wildflower/earth), berry haze (blackberry/birch), stonefruit (bold/sweet), and wild mint (fresh/cool). All vape carts are 500mg and connect to a standard 510 thread battery. Cost is $60 each. Please check the store for current pricing.
COAST CANNABIS CHOCOLATE BARS
Keenan said, “Coast Cannabis is based out on Cape Cod and offers gummies, vapes and chocolate.” Of all their products and offerings, Keenan believes chocolate is their highlight. Bars come in milk, dark, and white chocolate. Milk chocolate flavors include S’mores, plain milk chocolate, and Almond Coconut & Sea Salt. Dark chocolate flavors include plain dark chocolate, Dark chocolate & Sea Salt Bar, and Dark Chocolate & Raspberry Bar. Finally, the white chocolate flavors include Berries & Cream, Cookies & Cream, and Birthday Cake. All these bars contain 100 MG of THC. Cost is $30 each. Please check the store for current pricing.
DR. SOLOMON’S RESTORE DROPS COURTESY OF GTI
VISIT: RISECANNABIS.COM INCREDIBLES – Snoozzzeberry Chocolate Bar 1:5 CBN/THC Hit the snoozzze bar. Sweeten your slumber with a dose of dreamland. Crunchy rice crispies, dark chocolatey blueberries, snores galore. Snoozzzeberry chocolate offers 100mg THC and 20mg CBN total, with 5mg THC and 1mg CBN per piece. Made with pure THC distillate in a homogeneous mixture to ensure accurate dosing and consistency. Retail price: $40
RYTHM – Sour Diesel Vape (300mg disposable, .5g, 1g, and PAX pod) Sour Diesel is an invigorating, uplifting sativa-dominant strain with an unmistakable pungent-diesel aroma. Available in 300mg Disposable Vape Pens, 500mg/1g Cartridges, and 500mg PAX Pods, Rythm uses the highest quality, full-spectrum cannabis oil, enhanced with superior CCELL hardware or customizable PAX technology. These Sour Diesel strain-specific full-plant extracts contain no fillers, propylene glycol, vegetable glycerin, or additives as Rythm is always true-to-plant. RETAIL PRICE: 300mg disposable: $40 500mg cartridge: $55-60 500mg PAX pod: $60-65 1g cartridge: $100
DR. SOLOMON’S RESTORE
DROPS (Tincture) 1:1 CBD/THC Say goodbye to discomfort. Easy to dose, non-habit-forming, full-body relief to diminish imbalance and put that pep back in your step. Retail price: $45
INSA
Locations in Easthampton, Salem, and Springfield VISIT: MYINSA.COM
GUMDROPS
Lewis Goldstein from INSA shared, “We will be launching a whole new line of gummies called ‘Drops’”. There will be nine different varieties
to choose from. Goldstein said the flavors will include peach mango, watermelon, spicy pineapple, black cherry with melatonin called “sleepy,” raspberry with caffeine and THC called “energy drops,” sour strawberry, sour green apple, black cherry with a one-to-one ratio of THC to CBD, and black cherry with a two-to-one ratio of THC to CBD. “They are all natural gummies with real fruit puree and cane sugar,” said Goldstein. The cost is $30 for 20 pieces.
INFUSED ROCKET PRE-ROLL
INSA will also be launching an infused rocket pre-roll. Goldstein said the pre-roll is infused with kief (a concentrate). “This brings the preroll to a much higher level with concentration added to it,” explained Goldstein. Pricing for this product is not yet final.
PEANUT BUTTER CUPS
Goldstein shared, “We are also launching peanut butter cups made with fine European chocolate.” INSA has a master chocolatier that they will be using to perfect this new product. Peanut Butter Cups will be available no later than Aug. 1. Pricing is not final.
Resinate
Locations in Northampton and Worcester VISIT: IRESINATE.COM
LAVA CAKE
Resinate has announced their newest product releases, including a Lava Cake. “Lava Cake is a powerful indica-hybrid marijuana strain cross of Thin Mint GDC and Grape Pie Bred by Cannarado Genetics,” said Gregory Young of Resinate. “This yummy strain is widely celebrated for its deliciously sweet flavor profile that emits exceptionally smooth and cakey terpenes.” Terpenes include myrcene, caryophyllene, and humulene. Young said, “The high you get from smoking Lava Cake may put your mind and body into a deep state of relaxation.” People may use this to help with stress, pain, depression, and insomnia. Prices may vary. Please check their website for their most current price.
STRAWBERRY BANANA LEMON
Young shared, “This Sativa-leaning hybrid blends an underground Strawberry Banana with Lemon Stomper, resulting in a sweet, fruity flavor.” He added, “This heavy resin producer is known for its happy, peaceful effects that may sharpen creativity and sensory awareness.” This product is designed to help with stress, anxiety, depression, pain, and insomnia. Prices may vary. Please check their website for their most current price.
The Pass
Location in Sheffield, MA VISIT: THEPASS.CO TAHOE OG | .5G DISPOSABLE VAPE
Tahoe OG is the perfect rainy day strain. Strong and fast-acting, you may not want to use this strain when you’re planning to leave the house. Great for those suffering from insomnia, pain, or lack of appetite, Tahoe OG has made a name for itself among other indicas. A top nighttime strain, it provides an extremely lazy, heavy body sensation. Due to superb breeding, Tahoe OG embodies all of the typical indica effects with an added euphoric, sativa-like kick. This strain features an earthy, lemon taste, and is a phenotype of OG Kush. Tahoe OG is a must-try for those looking for a great night’s sleep.
INSA DROPS COURTESY OF INSA
BLUE RASPBERRY SOURS
Pass-branded Blue Raspberry Sours are perfectly formulated for a happy, calming and relaxed effect. Reminiscent of a SweeTART, these tablets are deliciously, mouthwateringly sour. Allow to dissolve on tongue for best effects.
BLUEBERRY MUFFIN
Blueberry Muffin strain is an indica-dominant cross of Blueberry and Purple Panty Dropper. Revered for its uniform bud structure and purple-tinted flowers, this cross smells like a tray of fresh baked muffins. Its berry sweetness is softened by a smooth, creamy finish and makes for a tasty experience.
