Edibles vs. Smoking

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Edibles vs. Smoking

Understanding how cannabis can affect you based on how you consume it is important for making sure that you have a good experience. Taking edibles or smoking are both great ways to experience the full benefits that cannabis has to offer. Learn more about each to find out which is right for you, with the help of Strains Dispensary.

Effects of Edibles

Edible cannabis comes in many forms such as gummies, baked goods, and more. The process of ingesting cannabis is a lot different than smoking it and the effects typically take longer to kick in and last longer as well. First, edible cannabis travels to your stomach, then to your liver, into your bloodstream, and finally reaches your brain.

The high is typically more intense because the liver converts THC into a stronger form which combines with the THC from the original product. You will experience the effects in the following time frames:

Start to feel high within 30 minutes to 2 hours of ingesting
Full effects can kick in at the 4 hour mark
The effects can last up to 12 hours after use

Effects of Smoking

Smoking or vaping cannabis requires you to inhale smoke or vapor which delivers THC into your lungs, and passes directly into your bloodstream, and then reaches your brain. Smoking delivers a more instant high and the time frame of how you feel differs from edibles:

Start to feel high within seconds of inhaling
Full effects can peak within 30 minutes
Can last up to 6 hours after use

Shop All of Your Cannabis Needs at Strains Dispensary

Whether you are looking to try edibles, flower, vapes, topicals or any accessories we’ve got you covered with high quality products and information at Strains Dispensary.

Our staff of budtenders proudly serve the Perris, Moreno Valley, Riverside, Hemet, and Temecula areas, and can help you decide whether taking edibles or smoking is right for you.

Feel free to contact us today or visit our location in SoCal for more information about our products. Be sure to check out our FAQs and brush up on California Cannabis Laws before your visit.

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How to Dose Edible Cannabis?

How to Dose Edible Cannabis?

Edibles are a popular and convenient form of consuming cannabis. Edibles come in a variety of forms, from gummies and lozenges, to baked goods, and more. If you are looking to try edibles for the first time it’s important to understand how to properly dose them so you can have the best experience possible.

Learn more about how to dose edible cannabis, right here at Strains Dispensary.

Dosing Guide

1-5 milligrams- The lowest dosage available at dispensaries is usually 5 mg. If you want to make the dosage even lower for yourself you can break apart the edible into smaller pieces.

5-15 milligrams- This range of milligrams can provide more potent effects for people looking to experience relief from pain, stress, or anxiety.

15-30 milligrams- if you are a regular cannabis user and have taken edibles before this range of dosage might be ideal for your tolerance. The effects are more potent and last longer.

30-50 milligrams and higher- For those accustomed to edibles or those who have a hard time absorbing cannabinoids, the 30-50 mg range might be the perfect amount to experience things like insomnia relief and euphoric feelings.

Start With 5 Milligrams of THC

Whether you are a long-time cannabis user or you are just now getting into trying it, you should always begin with a low dose when it comes to taking edibles, and 5 milligrams is the perfect place to start. The reason for this is that everyone’s body metabolizes cannabinoids differently so it’s always better to start with too low of a dose because you can always go up from there.

Wait One Hour for Effects

Patience is key when it comes to edibles because it takes a while to absorb into your system unlike smoking which delivers an instant effect. You may not feel like the first dose was high enough but it’s important to wait it out before taking more because you want to avoid accidentally overdoing it.

Always remember to start off low and slow if it’s your first time experimenting with edible cannabis. As you build up a tolerance you can add increments of 5 mg until you find the perfect amount that is right for you.

Learn More About Edible Cannabis at Strains Dispensary

Whether you are looking to try edibles, topicals, flower, vapes, or any accessories we’ve got you covered with high quality products and information at Strains Dispensary.

Our staff of budtenders proudly serve the Perris, Moreno Valley, Riverside, Hemet, and Temecula areas, and are happy to answer any questions you have about dosing edible cannabis.

Feel free to contact us today or visit our location in SoCal for more information about our products. Be sure to check out our FAQs and brush up on California Cannabis Laws before your visit.

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Common Ways to Consume Cannabis

Common Ways to Consume Cannabis

Whether you are new to the world of cannabis and wondering what’s out there or you are an avid smoker looking for something new to try, you’re in the right place. Cannabis comes in many forms and can be consumed in many different ways as well. Exploring the different options that are out there can be exciting and even lead you to a better experience with cannabis.

Find out what the common ways are to consume cannabis and what the benefits are for each, right here at Strains Dispensary.

Vaping

Vaping cannabis consists of using a vape pen which heats up the cannabis to a controlled temperature. Once it reaches peak temperature the cannabis vaporizes, allowing you to breathe it in and inhale. Vaping is beneficial because it keeps the actual smoke out of your lungs, it’s discreet, and it’s easy to do.

Edibles

Edibles are available in the form of candy, cookies, snacks, drinks, and so much more. They tend to be more potent and the effects take longer to kick in so it’s important to make sure you are controlling the dosage. Edibles are very discreet, have longer lasting effects, and come in many varieties.

Smoking Cannabis Flower

When you smoke cannabis flower you have many options to choose from such as smoking from a bong, blunt, joint, or bowl. All of these methods involve grinding up the flower, lighting it, and smoking it. Smoking cannabis flower makes it easier to find the right dose and control your experience. Smoking also works quickly and it only takes a few hours for the effects to wear off.

Topicals

Cannabis topicals are a great resource for those looking for pain relief without the intoxicating effects that cannabis can have if consumed orally or by inhalation. Topicals come in the form of balms, lotions, salves, and more that you can apply directly over joints and muscles. The application is fast and easy and there are various THC and CBD formulas available.

Visit Strains Dispensary For All of Your Cannabis Needs

Whether you are looking to try vapes, edibles, flower, topicals, or any accessories we’ve got something for everyone at Strains Dispensary.

Proudly serving the Perris, Moreno Valley, Riverside, Hemet, and Temecula areas, our staff of budtenders can answer any questions you may have and help you find what works best for you.

Feel free to contact us today or visit our location in SoCal for more information about our products. Be sure to check out our FAQs and brush up on California Cannabis Laws before your next visit.

STIIIZY Cultivation Process

Grown indoors, our cultivators grow potent, high yielding cannabis suitable for flower consumption or high yield oils. STIIIZY cultivates, hand-selects and names all of our own strains in house.

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Are There Vegan Edibles?

Are There Vegan Edibles?

The market for plant-based products has grown immensely over the years and even though you might not expect it, there are plenty of vegan cannabis infused edibles to choose from. Whether it be gummies, beverages, tinctures, or cookies, vegan edibles are accessible in each category it all just depends on your preference.

If you are vegan and considering trying out cannabis products but don’t know what to try we’ve provided a breakdown of some of the popular brands that carry vegan edibles at Strains Dispensary.

Cannavis

All of the Cannavis products listed are 1,000 mg, sugar free, gluten free, and of course, vegan friendly.

Rainbow Sherbert THC Syrup Tincture
Blueberry THC Syrup Tincture
Pineapple THC Syrup Tincture

Uncle Arnie’s

Each of the Uncle Arnie’s beverages listed contain 100mg of THC in an 8oz bottle.

Cannabis infused apple juice beverage
Cannabis infused iced tea lemonade beverage
Cannabis infused sweet peach iced tea beverage

Kiva Confections

Petra Pineapple Mints- 2.5mg per mint
Lost Farm Watermelon Chews- 10mg per gummy
Lost Farm Sour Apple ‘Do-Si-Dos’ Gummies- 10mg per gummy

Smokiez™

Blue Raspberry THC:CBD Gummies- 10mg per gummy
Peach THC:CBD Gummies- 10mg per gummy
Watermelon Indica Live Resin Fruit Chews- 10mg per gummy

Emerald Sky

Hybrid Creme Filled Chocolate Cookies- 10mg per cookie

Big Pete’s Treats

Indica Strawberry Coconut Cookies- 10 mg per cookie

Shop Vegan Edibles in Southern California

Whether you’re shopping for vegan edibles, cannabis infused topicals, flower, or any accessories we’ve got something for everyone here at Strains Dispensary.

We proudly serve the Perris, Moreno Valley, Riverside, Hemet, and Temecula areas. Our knowledgeable staff of budtenders are ready to answer any questions and help you find the best vegan edibles to fit your needs.

Feel free to contact us today or visit our location in SoCal for more information about our products. Be sure to check out our FAQs and brush up on California Cannabis Laws to prepare for your visit.

STIIIZY Cultivation Process

Grown indoors, our cultivators grow potent, high yielding cannabis suitable for flower consumption or high yield oils. STIIIZY cultivates, hand-selects and names all of our own strains in house.

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Appetite-Enhancing Cannabis Options

Whether you’re trying to make more room for back-to-back holiday feasts or hyping yourself up to eat that one aunt’s questionable casserole this year, at Strains Dispensary we’ve got all your appetite enhancing needs covered.

Shop Appetite Enhancing Cannabis Products in Perris

Visit our dispensary in Perris and chat with our knowledgeable budtender for all your cannabis needs from flower to edibles to concentrates. Remember to browse our premium selection of appetite enhancing products for all kinds of lifestyles and cannabis enthusiasts:

STIIIZY Edibles Sour Strawberry Gummy Triangles

With delicious taste and relaxing, euphoric effects, Stizzy sour strawberry gummy edibles are bite-sized desert edibles that go down easy and pair nicely with any holiday sweets and desserts. Enjoy every bite with STIIIZY edibles are crafted from fast-acting Nanomolecular-Enhanced Live Resin, with each bag containing 90 mg of THC — three 30mg triangles, which each are segmented into three 10mg doses.

Emerald Sky Creme Filled Chocolate Cookie - Hybrid 100mg 10pk

Infused with 10mg of famed Northern California Cannabis, Emerald Sky cookies come individually wrapped and are vegan to boot! Perfect for taking on the go, these hybrid cookies are infused with 10mg THC per piece (100mg THC) in total, while ensuring freshness and dosage control. Emerald Sky cookies are perfect for dunking with a nice after-dinner dessert coffee or tea.

Jeeter Infused Joint - Thin Mint Cookies

Have your desert before your dinner! Carrying a minty aroma and sweet cookie dough taste, the Thin Mint Cookies Jeeter Infused Rolled Joint is said to yield a potent, heavily frosted arrangement of dark green and purple buds. Highly potent, Thin Mint Cookies contain 1.0 Gram of Hybrid 35.16% THC Indoor Grown Infused with Distillate Oil & Kief, and helps relieve symptoms associated with severe pain, nausea, swelling, insomnia, and appetite loss.

Strains Ice Cream Cake Live Resin Cartridge

A CCELL 510 Live Resin Vape Cartridge with the same robust terpenes you expect from your favorite Strains Brand flower. Our Ice Cream Cake is an Indica-dominant hybrid with sweet notes and a relaxing body high. Ice Cream Cake strain has a sweet, sour, and nutty flavor profile with hints of vanilla that pairs nicely and smoothly with any meal.

Get Cannabis Appetite Enhancing Products at Strains Dispensary Serving SoCal

Don’t let the holiday festivities pass you by! Enjoy your cocktail parties and family gatherings to their fullest with a selection of our premium appetite enhancing products. Contact us today or visit our SoCal location and chat with our professional, knowledgeable budtenders serving the Perris, Moreno Valley, Riverside, Hemet, and Temecula areas. Remember to check out our FAQs and read up on California Cannabis Laws before planning your next visit!

5 Great Cannabis Gift Ideas

5 Great Cannabis Gifts for this Holiday Season

Whether you’re a cannabis lover yourself, or you are shopping for that special stoner in your life, buying cannabis related gifts can be tricky! Everybody has their own tastes and tolerance levels, not to mention the multitude of ways to eat, smoke, and enjoy cannabis.

At your local Strains Dispensary, we’re here to help all our SoCal customers pick out the best and most versatile cannabis and cannabis-related gifts this holiday season:

PUNCH Kosher Cannabis Infused Malt Balls & S’Mores Milk Chocolate

What better time to give sweet treats than the holidays? Consistent, potent, and delicious, our selection of PUNCH branded malt balls and s’more milk chocolate is perfect for sharing and is kosher!

PUNCH Malt Balls are available in milk chocolate and strawberry white chocolate, and are packaged in a fun and portable container. PUNCH S’Mores Milk Chocolate is a breakable, creamy milk chocolate bar with marshmallow flavoring and crunchy graham crackers.

Kush Queen Bath Bombs

A Kush Queen Bath Bombs is the perfect way for your cannabis enthusiast to wind down after a stressful month of shopping, or just a rejeuvinating way to kick off the new year! A 1:1 mixture of hemp THC and CBD, Kush Queen bath bombs are an easy stocking stuffer for a cannabis lover who is a bit more self-care forward and prefers not to directly consume cannabis.

On top of that, Kush Queen branded bath bombs are handmade with the highest quality ingredients, sourced in the USA, and never tested on animals!

Releaf™ CBD:THC Balms

For that blue-collar, hard worker or fitness guru in your life, body aches will be so last year! Releaf™ balms are a concentrated whole plant cannabis-infused salve that relaxes and calms the body so they can start the new year relaxed and pain-free.

Their cannabinoid-rich balms are plant-based and hone in on pain and inflammation. Even better, Releaf™ balms can be enjoyed even by non-cannabis users, as it’s non-intoxicating, and won’t make you or your giftee high!

Cannavis Extra Strength, Vegan THC Syrup Tinctures

Whether it’s for a baker, a mixologist, or just about anyone who starts their day with coffee, tinctures are a delicious, versatile cannabis infused gift. Our selection of Cannavis branded 1000mg Extra Strength THC Syrup Tinctures is available in blueberry, watermelon, and pineapple, and makes delicious additions to any pantry or at-home bar.

Not only are Cannavis syrup tinctures sugar free, gluten free, and vegan friendly, but just a small drop is incredibly potent so this is a gift that is guaranteed to keep on giving!

Monogram “No.88” Medium Loosies Pre Roll Pack

Got a tried and true stoner? Nothing beats a convenient, flavorful, and easy-to-smoke preroll. Monogram’s branded “No. 88” pre roll pack is crafted with their signature sweet, spicy, and mellow herb that hits just right.

Each Loosies pre-roll pack contains four 0.4g prerolls, individually wrapped to create that perfect communal smoke.

Shop Cannabis and Cannabis Related Gifts at Strains Dispensary Serving Perris

Whether it’s cannabis-infused topicals, edibles, flower, or any accessories for yours and your loved ones’ cannabis needs, we encourage all our medical patients and recreational consumers to visit Strains Dispensary for top-quality products and information. We have a range of products for veterans or newbies.

Contact us today or visit our SoCal location and chat with our professional, knowledgeable budtenders serving the Perris, Moreno Valley, Riverside, Hemet, and Temecula areas. Remember to check out our FAQs and read up on California Cannabis Laws before planning your next visit!

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