BeatRoute Magazine BC Edition January 2019

BUDTENDERS TAKE CARE
SETTING THE BAR FOR BUDS BEHIND THE BAR
JAMILA POMEROY
THE ABCS AND 123S OF CBD
YOUR KEY TO A POTENTIALLY PAIN-FREE NEW YEAR
KEVIN BRYCE
Grassifieds
TOP CBD PRODUCTS TO CHOOSE FROM:
Elixinol CBD drops
A dietary supplement, taken sublingually. Elixinol is a very pure and
powerful product. It combines CBD with coconut oil and plenty of natural
flavors. Yet, the best thing is that it contains synergistic cannabinoids,
terpenoids and other essential oils of the original Hemp plant. ($0.069/mg)
Endoca Raw Hemp Oil Paste
It has a full spectrum of raw CBD oils that can treat anything you throw at
it. In terms of power, there is no other option like Endoca. It has an organic,
concentrated synergistic cannabinoids that can get you across the finish
line. ($0.095/mg)
While we may be a few months into cannabis legalization, remnants
of the grey-zone industry still remain. Frankie M, a budtender in the
grey-zone cannabis industry explains that while the legal changes
haven’t changed the customer experience a great deal, the budtender
experience has.
“There was a disconnect between the directors of the operation and
the store staff, which lead to a lack of trust and, at times, questionable
ethics. It’s complicated how I feel about the grey zone,” says Frankie,
who has worked in the industry for a few years. While many elements of
the old cannabis industry may be dismantled, there are some elements
that persist to remain.
“There was a great sense of community, and I would say there still is,”
he says. “Working in the grey leading up to legalization, I got used to
living and working in kind of a bubble where what was normal to me
was not to the average. Eventually you got to wake up to reality. They
kind of let the whole dispensary proliferation become this playground
to do whatever they want and the police to just turned a blind eye. Like
a farmers market for instance, you need a license: you can’t just set up
and sell goods, it doesn’t work like that. There needs to be regulation.
You need a license for any kind of business.”
These previous “bake sale” style operations may have paved the way
for the quiet green revolution, but with many unregulated and undertested
products, the objective shifts greatly towards money; making
some products, even with an initial good intention, be labeled as snake
oil. With regulation aimed at the betterment of product and the safety
of consumers, we can only assume to expect high caliber products for
the future.
Frankie explains that the current goal for legal cannabis businesses
appears to be on social responsibility, providing quality product and
information to the public. While these may be great elements of
legalization, they proceed alongside the cost of restrictions for cannabis
users.
“For someone coming from the pre-legalization industry, it’s more
restrictive. On one hand, in regards to stricter regulation on the potency
of the products, it’s more socially responsible. For new users or people
who aren’t familiar with dosing, this could be beneficial,” he says.
Legal cannabis consumers will now be less-likely to consume the
incorrect dose, due to lower integramed products, making it easier for
consumers to figure out the dose that is right for them. “In the grey
zone, we had up to 400mg THC capsules,” Frankie says, explaining that
restricting access to higher dosed products will prevent users from
consuming too much. While we may be veering further from mom and
pop-style operations, the cost, for budtenders at least, proves to provide
a safer and more secure working environment.
STRAIN-OF-THE-MONTH
Northern Lights
Cover yourself in the warm blanket of a rainbow
sky with Northern Lights. While the strain may
have a name that belongs up in the higher, and
colder regions of Canada, it is rumoured to have
first sprouted in Seattle. Northern Lights provides
a comfortable mellowness, ideal for pain relief and
sleep disorders. As a descendant of famous parent
strains, Afghani and Thai Landrace, this indica strain
has given rise to the popular Super Silver Haze.
Written by Jamila Pomeroy
The CBD industry is growing at a staggering rhythm, lending to a great
variety of products at the consumers disposal. CBD products come in a
wide range of forms, including oils, tinctures, capsules, gummies, salves
and creams. With so many options, it may be difficult to decide what
product is right for you. There are several CBD product reviews, which
you can easily find online. One of the most reliable sources of information
regarding any product is customer feedback. Therefore, it’s advisable to
surf the web for information, in addition to seeking information from a
legal cannabis operation or healthcare professional.
Take into account certain factors when deciding which product is the
right one for you. The reason why you need to use CBD products depends
on if your needs are therapeutic, recreation or dietary. The amount of
money that you are willing to expend in your CBD product is also a factor,
as is the degree of potency that you need to use. The dosage that you are
going to consume (Not every CBD product comes in small dosages for
example) should also be taken in to consideration. Also, if you travel a lot,
consider purchasing a CBD supplement that can be easily transported.
Endoca Raw Hemp Oil Drops
It is a very affordable raw CBD oil option that many customers prefer.
Don’t be surprised though, Endoca is already a top-rated brand in the
CBD industry. Plus, this option of 300mg drops is perfect for maintenance
options. ($0.10/mg)
Elixinol Citrus Twist Water Soluble Liposomes
Despite having a lot of citrus, it doesn’t have any bitter taste thanks to a
cutting-edge tech during its manufacturing. This CBD product is 100%
naturally fruit-flavored with a little stevia-sweetener. It is also very portable.
($0.20/mg)
CBDfx Vape E-Liquid
It offers a different option in regards of how you intake CBD. It supports a
very strong philosophy around plant medicine. Plus, CBDfx has very tasty
and powerful e-liquids. It costs ($0.19/mg)
CBD or CBD/THC salves and creams
Topical CBD creams and salves provide pain-relief to targeted areas, ideal
for people with arthritis and joint pain. A small amount of these applied to
the temples can also help relieve headaches. (The Buddha Bar costs $45.00)
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January 2019