Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2021 i High Times

1 MANGOES Mangoes are rumored to be not only an aphrodisiac that increases men’s virility, but also to intensify the pleasurable effects of cannabis. Mangoes contain some amount of the monoterpene beta-myrcene, and there is evidence to suggest that the fruit helps cannabinoids provide a stronger effect. However, some cannabis phenotypes tend to be much richer in myrcene. Since myrcene and beta-myrcene alter the blood-brain barrier, mangoes are believed to increase the penetration of cannabinoids into the brain. Not to mention that mangoes are delicious. For the best results, eat a mango with a sweet and earthy flavor one or two hours before a smoke sesh. 2 SWEET POTATOES Sweet potatoes are packed with ingredients that are believed to enhance the effects of weed, and they also fortify your body…

The Canadian cannabis industry has been thriving, even though November data (provided by Statistics Canada) shows a slight decrease in sales. One issue remains constant, however, and that’s the overwhelming amount of competition between local cannabis businesses. That’s why two cannabis businesses, Alcanna Inc. and YSS Corp., announced a formal merger to create Nova Cannabis Inc. (also referred to as New Nova) with hopes that it can better compete with other cannabis businesses through a discount model. Nova Cannabis Inc. is set to have a combined total of 53 retail locations in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario, many of which will be rebranded as Value Buds in order to appeal to value-conscious consumers. “Selling ‘value bud’ is what Value Buds will be all about,” said Darren Karasiuk, the CEO of New…

Cannabis sativa L. is the original term that was used to describe cannabis. “L.” stands for Linnaeus, as the taxonomic nomenclature, or modern classification system, of plants in general was created by Carl Linnaeus, using Latin, in 1753. Sativa, sativus and sativum are Latin botanical adjectives that simply mean “cultivated.” Cannabis consists of three major subspecies that are agreed upon: Cannabis sativa, Cannabis indica and Cannabis ruderalis. To this day, there remains a debate as to whether or not sativa, indica and ruderalis should be defined as subspecies or individual species—at least according to contemporary Italian botanical researcher Antonino Pollio. Nearly all modern phenotypes nowadays are incorrectly identified as indica or sativa, but most are in fact hybrids. Some experts recommend avoiding this type of classification altogether. As background, biologist…

POTENCY Potency generally refers to the level of delta-9-THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol). Recently, hemp vendors have learned that delta-8-THC also produces psychoactive effects; however, it’s not as powerful as delta-9-THC. Other cannabinoids, or active cannabis compounds, include the popular cannabinoid CBD (cannabidiol), CBG (cannabigerol), CBC (cannabichromene), CBGV (cannabigerovarin), THCV (tetrahydrocannabivarin), CBDV (cannabidivarin) and CBCV (cannabichromevarin). But these occur naturally in acid form in the plant until they are activated or decarboxylated. Cannabinoid acids have also shown medicinal promise in recent years. FLAVOR/AROMA Both the flavor and smell of cannabis are dependent on the varieties and levels of the terpenes that are present. Essential oils are usually packed with terpenes and other compounds. Terpenes common in cannabis include myrcene (found in thyme/lemongrass), limonene (lemon/lime), caryophyllene (black pepper/cloves), terpinolene (lilac/nutmeg), pinene (pine/basil), humulene (wood),…

A “twaxed” joint is not just a joint—it’s a super-powered joint. Joints can be adorned with all sorts of add-ons, such as twaxing with dabs or wax, sugar leaves, diamonds, kief, etc. “Essentially, all cannabis concentrates can be added to a joint—or a bowl as well,” says SheSmokesJoints. “Shatter—or more stable concentrates—can easily be added to the outside, while less-stable concentrates can be added to the inside of the joint. When adding concentrates to the inside of the joint, it is best to make sure they are at the center and not touching the paper, unless the paper is completely coated on the inside, as they will cause the paper to burn more slowly.” Joints can be adorned with heated concentrates that are stretched out into long, thin hairs that…

ENTERTAIN YOURSELF Life in quarantine has had an interesting effect on people. DIY bread-baking guides surged in popularity over the past year, as did a borderline unhealthy obsession with collecting indoor plants to help liven up boring homes. There was also a large increase in home-improvement and outdoor-gardening projects as a result of lost jobs and the resulting increase in free time. But those interests only last for so long, and people crave entertainment. So most of us have been binge-watching movies and TV shows, and settling in to play our favorite games for a more long-term solution to combat boredom. When television was first introduced, it changed the world. Likewise, streaming services like Netflix and Hulu have changed the way we consume video entertainment in this millennium. Life in…

One of the best things about 4/20 is celebrating with friends or attending a live event, where you can really feel (and smell) the excitement in the air as the day ramps up to a universal smoke sesh at 4:20 p.m. Sadly, this isn’t the year for that. However, this doesn’t mean you can’t host your own 4/20 party, solo-style. With the rising popularity of delivery and the many opportunities to set up a DIY paint-and-smoke sesh or cook an at-home infused meal, there are plenty of ways to embrace 4/20 in quarantine.…

We are finally starting to see raw cannabis as part of the daily meal plan. For those of us who have been around this plant for any length of time, we are used to utilizing the fan leaves, sugar leaves, shoots, sprouts and even the pollen of the cannabis plant in our diets; these factors instantly make it “fad-worthy” for millennials and social-media influencers. More and more people have pushed for cannabis consumption in restaurants and coffee shops across the country; unfortunately, this has been limited to smoking but not eating raw hemp or cannabis. I prefer to eat my cannabis as it is: a leafy green (so eat your damn greens!). Young cannabis leaves are piquant and loaded with plant-based protein. With that said, let’s get into the brambles:…

E-mail your hi-res digital photographs to mailbag@hightimes.com FLOWER OF THE MONTH INDICA POWER Ayahuasca Purple is a wonderful variety that was originally bred by crossing Master Kush and Red River Delta. This dark purple strain is more of a plum color and is fun for couchlock and pleasant forgetfulness as it is nearly 100 percent indica. It will knock you on your ass. I GUARANTEE it. Betty STASH OF THE MONTH WHY SO SOUR? This batch of Sour Diesel is not quite done with the trimming process, but we’re getting there. Any leftover leaflets, and you might get that aftertaste of grassy hay that no one wants. But it’s a tried-and-true powerful sativa that remains one of my favorite strains of all time. Sean Sticky CLOSE UP OF THE MONTH UP CLOSE…

Raine Maida of the Canadian rock band Our Lady Peace recently announced his involvement with the cannabis company LOOP/POOL as a member of the board. The company’s goal is to support local Canadian musicians, especially considering the number of those who have struggled during the coronavirus pandemic. “With pandemic-related restrictions on touring and social gatherings, musicians everywhere are being challenged to reach listeners in new ways,” Maida said in a press release. “That’s why launching LOOP/POOL as an innovative way to help emerging artists grow is so important right now. As artist-owners, we understand how difficult it is to be seen and heard, let alone paid. By opening up opportunities so that cannabis can give back to empower creativity and music together, that’s the benefit we’re going to bring for…

CANNABIS SATIVA EFFECTS: Known for uplifting, almost stimulant-like effects. Sativas are more commonly associated with cerebral effects, paranoia and inner dialogue. For daytime consumption. MORPHOLOGY: Tall and laxly branched; thinner fan leaves; more stretched. About six feet tall, but sativas can grow upward of 20 feet tall or more. Grows like a tall, fluffy bush or tree. Sativas tend to be more pest- and mold-resistant. PHYSIOLOGY: Typically shorter vegetation cycle and longer flowering cycle as they continue to grow during flowering stage. Ideal for long summers. CANNABIS INDICA EFFECTS: Known for sedative effects and potency. Can lead to couchlock. Indicas typically have the highest levels of THC and are traditionally pressed for hashish and other concentrates. For nighttime consumption. MORPHOLOGY: Relatively short, conical and densely branched. About three to six…

One you’ve chosen a variety of cannabis, it’s time to select your method of consumption. This usually depends on your setting—if you’re at Grandma’s house, it’s probably best to stick to a discreet edible or a flavored vape pen. If you’re in the comfort of your own home, you’d be more likely to bust out a bong or a dab rig, which can hotbox the room and lead to more odor. PIPE Pipes can be made from stone, metal, borosilicate glass or other materials. While metal pipes fell out of favor decades ago due to their tendency to overheat, glass and stone pipes are alive and well. From time to time, the US government cracks down on pipe sellers, which is why most head shops market pipes “for tobacco use…

It’s been well over a year since the pandemic hit, and during that time the cannabis industry and its supporters have adapted to new ways of working and living at home. While the experience so far hasn’t been without its trials and tribulations, the future is growing brighter each day thanks to the growing availability of the COVID-19 vaccine. However, that doesn’t really help cannabis consumers in celebrating one of the biggest holidays of the year—4/20. While we’re still stuck in quarantine until we get that sweet, sweet double-dose vaccine, it’s safe to say that everyone needs a little fun to look forward to. The reality is that celebrating 4/20 safely will require staying at home once again. Don’t fret, though—High Times has some excellent recommendations to make this year’s…

If you’re not into consuming hours upon hours of film and television, how best can you entertain yourself at home? With games, of course! Mobile and PC games can come to the rescue with one click of a button. Cannabis-related games remain a niche interest for most gamers. Most of them remain in the category of mobile farming games (although they’re a far cry from the annoying FarmVille Facebook games of old). One popular mobile game allows you to take your growing knowledge with you while you’re on the go (or in this case, from your bed to the couch). The two most popular weed-growing apps in the iTunes and Google Play stores are Weed Firm 2: Bud Farm Tycoon and Wiz Khalifa’s Weed Farm. Weed Firm 2, like its…

Cannabis is famously used as a catalyst for creativity. While it certainly depends on the strain type, it’s known to boost creative thought and imaginative experiences. This can range from brainstorming that novel you’ve always wanted to write to coming up with fresh new music or lyrics for the musically inclined. Most commonly, though, it’s used to unleash those figurative creative juices when making art. A Washington State University study conducted in 2017 entitled “Inspired by Mary Jane? Mechanisms Underlying Enhanced Creativity in Cannabis Users” examined the connections between cannabis users and boosted creativity. Participants were given creativity tests that many passed with high marks while under the influence, as well as a “Big Five Personality Test.” Those who were labeled as an “open personality” in that test, regardless of…

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NEWS PRETTY IN PINK Doja Cat reveals the origin behind her stage name. p.28 ENTERTAINMENT DOWN WITH THE DANKNESS Disturbed frontman David Draiman discusses weed and music amid COVID-19. p.34 The political powers that be in New York State are competing for the winning version of a comprehensive recreational cannabis bill. On January 6, New York’s governor, Andrew Cuomo, announced his bill to legalize recreational cannabis in the Empire State—the latest of several of the governor’s proposals to be introduced. Cuomo’s reintroduced version would fall within the state budget and establish an updated Office of Cannabis Management, which would oversee both the recreational and medical cannabis programs. If approved, it would allow adults ages 21 and older to buy cannabis at state-approved dispensaries, while generating an estimated $300 million in…

The hip-hop sensation Doja Cat, whose real name is Amalaratna Zandile Dlamini, had a record-breaking year in 2020 with the release of her second studio album, Hot Pink. While her popularity still continues to grow, some have questioned the origin of her stage name, which is allegedly a reference to cannabis. According to celebrity gossip and news website Nicki Swift, Doja originally spoke about her relationship to weed in an interview with Dazed in 2018. “I was heavily addicted to weed and weed culture, so when I began rapping I thought of the word ‘doja’ and how it sounds like a girl’s name,” she told Dazed. The “cat” portion of her name is a little more obvious; it attests to her love of cats “in every aspect.” The interview was…

The John Hopkins University School and Medicine is always at the forefront of the scientific community’s study of psychedelic substances, and its newest venture explores the best musical playlists for psychedelic therapy. Traditionally, classic music has always been the go-to source for inspiration, but the university’s newest study recently tested other forms of music that could be equally useful. “Western classical music has long been assumed to be the standard in psychedelic therapy,” researchers wrote in their study. “The present data challenge this notion that Western classical music, or for that matter any specific genre of music, is an intrinsically superior form of music to support psychedelic therapy, at least for all people at all times.” Researchers analyzed results from 10 people (with three sessions each) who were using psilocybin…

Weed, dope, pot, herb, ganja, grass, kaya, pakalolo—whatever you want to call it—is hands-down the most commonly used illicit substance in the US and Europe. Since at least the Neolithic Period, it’s been utilized for an assortment of medicinal and recreational purposes. Cannabis is an herb-like plant from the Cannabis genus, of the family of Cannabaceae. It is typically a wind-pollinated, dioecious herb, and it exhibits the traits of a “weed.” Cannabis is usually selected based on potency, or the level of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Other important indicators of good weed are taste, smell, terpene and other compound content, maturity and shelf appeal. There are endless varieties of cannabis to choose from. Buckle up!…

Hemp is simply Cannabis sativa that is cultivated for fiber, fuel, textiles and medicine rather than for psychoactive purposes. Under the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (the 2018 Farm Bill), hemp is defined as containing not more than 0.3 percent delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) on a dry-weight basis. Thanks to the 2018 Farm Bill, hemp is legal in the United States to mail and sell in drugstores. This opens up a whole new world of possibilities, and it’s why you can find hemp-derived products everywhere from Walmart to Circle K.…

Rolling joints takes a little practice and expertise to begin, and many years to perfect. We caught up with influencer and seasoned joint roller SheSmokesJoints to gather some insight on rolling a variety of different types of joints. Over 257,000 followers on Instagram enjoy SheSmokesJoints’ wizardry when it comes to joint rolling, with joints bedazzled with an assortment of concentrates. With high hopes for 2021, she expects things to be a little different this year. “I do believe this year’s 4/20 has a lot to make up for last year’s [events]” says SheSmokesJoints. “Although I do not plan on rolling anything grand that would require many people to smoke, myself and Tony Greenhand will be rolling some personal joints and blunts. Unlike previous 4/20’s, it will most likely be a…

In 2020, 4/20 occurred shortly after the pandemic began to rapidly spread across the globe. In response, event organizers and numerous live musicians scrambled to adapt to new statewide regulations that restricted large gatherings, which eventually led to the cancellation of nearly all annual cannabis events. This year, however, things are a little different, although the world still isn’t quite ready to return to attending massive gatherings. The reality is that many of the usual 4/20 events won’t be happening this year for a number of reasons related to COVID-19. And even with the ones that are still scheduled to happen, it’s important to note that dates and times are subject to change at a moment’s notice, so be sure to check each event’s website for updates to make sure…

Last year saw record-breaking demand for grocery-delivery services, according to CNBC, which reported that businesses like Instacart had their sales increase more than 500 percent in March 2020. Non-grocery-related purchases also grew to new heights in 2020, with an overall increase by 31 percent between May and August of last year. CNN Business noted that US citizens’ new e-commerce habit of ordering things online may become permanent, even after the pandemic subsides. Cannabis, being the essential business that it is, also had incredible growth in delivery sales. According to Forbes, multiple cannabis-delivery services such as Onfleet, Sava and Eaze all reported increases in sales, new customers and employee hiring to keep up with demand last year. New data from Marijuana Business Daily suggests that 2021 will continue to be a…

While some find the idea of cooking cannabis-infused food daunting, there’s no better time to start experimenting. Home cooks don’t need to perfect the art of complex recipes for such fancy dishes and treats as beef Wellington or macarons. Instead, you can opt for simple but delicious recipes that are easy to execute, no matter your skill level. High Times reached out to the founder of The Herbal Chef, Chris Sayegh, for some insight into cooking at home. As a collective, The Herbal Chef has made a name for itself by offering private home-dining experiences that feature five- or 10-course meals, as well as dinner setup and cleanup. All of The Herbal Chef’s chefs are trained to the highest standards. The company’s once-thriving public offerings have since been shuttered by…

ACROSS 3 The organ that turns THC into 11-OH-THC (served with onions) 4 A verb, a noun, the name for a friend and a smokable part of the cannabis plant 6 A gizmo that heats bud without lighting it on fire 8 A guy’s name, culinary garnish or slang for cannabis 11 Intoxicating carcinogen legal in every state 12 The plant in most lawns (or slang for cannabis) 14 Where two bones connect (or a cannabis cigarette) 15 Cannabis aficionado who wrote Pineapple Express and Superbad DOWN 1 Allegedly separate, sedating species 2 The science (and art) of cultivation 5 A fictional supervillain, pit viper and cannabis-induced dry tongue 7 An undesirable crop (or another name for a favorite plant) 9 Blood-Brain-_____ (keeps nasty molecules out of your noggin) 10 Plant in the Cannabaceae family used to make beer 13 Drugs that help pain…