Apologies, Excuses, Photos

August 5, 2011 § Leave a Comment

I know. We’ve been terrible blog-keepers. Succumbing to humdrum of endless caffeine, late-night work sessions, to-do lists and their ilk…we’ve lost a little drive. But, momentum seems to be gaining! Just last night I saw jack scribbling notes about the oft-ignored Indica Dominant, Original Chronic.

Anyhow, in place of any literary substance I will once again throw the new photos up here to appease the patient reader. Hope it serves has some sort of consolation.

Love Always, Space_Cake

Snoop's Dream


Critical (Colombian Gold x Thai)

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Elephant, Elephant Hash, Elephant Oil from AVCS

July 14, 2011 § 1 Comment

It’s been a long time coming. Last month about this time I received an incredible taster’s kit from Aqua Verde Cannabis Solutions. The producer behind ACVS is, putting it lightly, obsessed with the production of concentrates that are spotlessly clean and devastatingly powerful.

From a patient’s standpoint the product received was impeccable. The concentrates were in glass vials sealed with perforated shrink wrap, and then packaged in a vacuum sealed bag. Along with a presentation that was both medicinally sound and attractive, each vial is joined by a ‘disclosure form’ detail the genetics, harvest and flower dates, growing medium, nutrients used, and description of extraction process.

It was truly a Cannabis writer’s treat to receive not only one varietal in three forms (bud, hash, oil) but all from one producer? I am truly grateful for the opportunity.

With the ever shifting sea of available providers and producers out there, it is members of this community like AVCS that are a rare mix of hard-earned expertise, compassion, and meticulous production standards that will outlast the rest.

Best, Jack

 

ELEPHANT
Grower/Producer:
AVCS

PHENOTYPE: Indica 70% Sativa%30

EFFECTS: dreamy, relaxing, glowing body sensations, heavy
SMELL/TASTE: candy, leather, spice

Elephant, named so for its reportedly large colas and cannabinoid laden trichomes, this smoke fits the bill for after-hours relaxation. It’s aroma is reminiscent first of the saccharine sweetness of candy, but avoids being dismissed with a more lasting, and spicier, aroma of musk and leather that sits beneath the surface.

It’s high shows its less dominant influence first, adding a lackadaisical sense of musing to the mind, and freeing the user up for easy conversation. It’s Indica influence builds momentum and begins to dominate with quiet contentment, still leaving a quiet stirring of creative and social energy that may feel especially pleasant on a late summer day.

The body sensations can have a high ceiling. Some patients may find they can re-dose to increase their intensity and frequency. Medicinally Elephant has a variety of uses, but primarily it is used for pain management within the AVCS patient group.


ELEPHANT BUBBLE HASH

Grower/Producer: AVCS

EFFECTS: heady, stupefying, induces positive attitude, calming
SMELL/TASTE: pine, leather, sour

Producer’s Statement: Crushed ice, ice water, and bubble bags. Slow hand agitation. 73 Micron bag collection.

A deeply matured version of Elephant’s aroma is heavy on this immaculate bubble hash. The candied smell of the bud has grown more dynamic, now a sour musk of itself. The leather now with pungent pine and pine sap notes that dominate the spicy bouquet.

With a little adjustment to the temperature, vaporizing this bubble hash can be effective. If using a nail or skillet system of combustion, users will be pleased by the highly productive smoke, full doses can be had with one or two dabs.

Ingesting this bubble hash combines and amplifies all characteristics of the bud, adding a roller coaster onset that builds for a few moments, and then takes off . The Sativa energy exerts itself with stupefying authority immediately, and with great sustain. The calm and serenity is still present here, adding a dreamy edge that can still hold focus. If dosed correctly, the uplifting onset, and eventual drop-off may be a suitable nighttime regiment for patients suffering from insomnia.

With this Elephant concentrate, powerful effects can be achieved with little chance of overwhelming moderate users, although all should be cautious when first trying. A clean and powerful concentrate, this bubble hash speaks to its producer’s commitment to quality.

Elephant Amber Oil

Grower/Producer: AVCS

EFFECTS: heady, focused, euphoric, couch-lock, visually distorting
SMELL/TASTE: Pine sap, spice, crushed pepper, chrysanthemum

Producer’s Statement: Quick wash in 99% isopropyl alcohol. Filtered and evaporated once, purged almost completely then re-washed in 99% isopropyl. Double filtered and evaporated once, purged almost completely then re-washed in 99% isopropyl. Double filtered and purged over 225 F heat before vacuum filtering a final three times.

In this Elephant derived amber oil the smell is a powerful and clean combination of  pepper and pine sap, all joining in a nose tingling and powerfully distilled aroma. When manipulating the oil it also moves and performs like sap, making large dabs easy to whip up.

The taste translation on Elephant is impressive, accompanied with a full-bodied smoke that feels smooth, but pushes hard against the lungs. Initial effects wind up throughout the body, and users may experience a subtle sensation of taking off. For newer to moderate users this onset can range from exhilarating to jarring if not dosed cautiously. Although the initial pay load of cannibinoids can be shocking, effects come to full fruition over a long peak with incredible sustain. For patients in need of large doses with fast-acting effects, this clean extract delivers.

In higher doses this oil can induce feelings of euphoria and sense of dreaming. Body sensations become powerfully dynamic and soaring, and Elephant’s ability to amplify these sensations within a very high ceiling is ever-present here.  Users should be cautious at this dose, and possibly prepared for lay down. This is a clean and dynamic concentrate, magnifying the traits of its origin, and surprising with new benefits and effects with each re-dose.

Many thanks to AVCS, truly the most fun I’ve had doing a write-up in a long time.

Panama Red from Cutting Edge Genetics

June 28, 2011 § Leave a Comment

Dear Reader, as you can see below I am now managing Cutting Edge Genetics. Along with other varietals I acquire, I will also be documenting our current stock. I continue to hold myself to a strict standard of objectivity and accuracy in my reviews, regardless of their source. Best, Jack


PANAMA RED
CANNABIS PROFILE #20
PROVIDER: 
Cutting Edge Genetics
GROWER: Cutting Edge Genetics

PHENOTYPE
: Sativa

EFFECTS: energetic, uplifting, body sensations
SMELL/TASTE: pear, loam, fruity

POSITIVE: induces positive space, energetic, clarifying, high ceiling
NEGATIVES: can be socially restricting at high dose

QUALITY OF LIFE: depression, aid against fatigue, possible anti-anxiety aid

(Patients who have shown consistent results not added to this quick reference, please contact SeattleCannabisJournal@gmail.com)

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Reserva Privada’s OG Kush 18 from GreenHealth Cooperative

June 10, 2011 § Leave a Comment



OG Kush 18
CANNABIS PROFILE #19
PROVIDER: 
GreenHealth Cooperative
GROWER: UNKNOWN

PHENOTYPE
: Hybrid
GENETICS: OG Kush x ChemDawg

EFFECTS: dreamy, lucid, energetic
SMELL/TASTE: sap, sour, cedar, roasted nut

POSITIVE: relaxing, present body stone, invigorating
NEGATIVES: most users will use during the evening and nighttime hours

QUALITY OF LIFE: pain management, peripheral or mental and emotional agitation, insomnia

(Patients who have shown consistent results not added to this quick reference, please contact SeattleCannabisJournal@gmail.com)

Platinum Kush from GreenHealth Cooperative

May 28, 2011 § Leave a Comment

 
PLATINUM KUSH
CANNABIS PROFILE #17
PROVIDER: 
GreenHealth Cooperative
GROWER: UNKNOWN

PHENOTYPE
: Indica Dominant
GENETICS: Master Kush x Afghani

EFFECTS: stoney, creative, narcotic, body high
SMELL/TASTE: grapefruit musk, tutti fruity, spice, pine

POSITIVE: potent, long-lasting, heavy stone, potent, pungent
NEGATIVES: light to moderate users may not be able to use during active parts of the day

QUALITY OF LIFE: insomnia, pain relief, suppressing anxiety or panic attack, relief from peripheral stress

(Patients who have shown consistent results not added to this quick reference, please contact SeattleCannabisJournal@gmail.com)

Attica Gold from The Green Door

April 22, 2011 § 1 Comment


Attica Gold
Cannabis Profile #14
Provider:
The Green Door
Grower: unknown

Phenotype
: Sativa Dominant
Genetics: unknown

Effects: Uplifting, electrifying, dream-like
Smell/Taste: Sweet, lemon, cinnamon, menthol sensation

Positive: Resin ratio to leaf ratio, manageable, internally productive
Negatives: internal lucidity may not translate socially

Quality of Life: depression, fatigue
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Sensi Star from CCC

March 18, 2011 § 1 Comment


Sensi Star

Provider: Conscious Care Cooperative
Phenotype: Mostly Indica

Smell/Taste: Sweet soil, skunk, peppermint, bread
Effects: Relaxing, Sleep inducing, Dreamy, trance-like body stone, sedative

Positives: Calming, positive body sensations, different characteristics at different doses (possible negative)
Negatives: May effect vision, not ideal for daytime use

Quality of Life: Panic attacks, insomnia, anxiety, pain management, invigoration
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Bud on a Thursday: Super Lemon Haze

March 10, 2011 § Leave a Comment

Seattle Cannabis Journal is happy to welcome its first collaborator, Knotty. Together we will continue to provide the fine articles and photos you’ve become accustomed too. Enjoy his new weekly column ‘Bud on a Thursday’, includes a high resolution photo and an informative write-up with rating system. -SCJ

Super Lemon Haze 

Provider: Satica

Donation: $10g
Genetics: Sativa Dominant – Lemon Skunk x Super Silver Haze
Rate: 9/10

Cannabis Profile: ‘Jesus’ from CCC

February 28, 2011 § Leave a Comment

Jesus

Provider: Conscious Care Cooperative
Phenotype: 40% Indica 60% Sativa
Genetics: Afgooey x Unknown Pacific Northwestern Strain

Smell/Taste: Spice, wood, tropical nuts
Effects: Airy, uplifting, attentive, enhances sound

Positives: Airy uplifting high, attention to detail, focused and energetic.
Enhances senses, calming. Unique smell. Socially Manageable.
Negatives: Aesthetically lack luster.

Quality of Life: Migraines, Depression and Muscle spasms

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Cannabis Review: White Widow from Conscious Care Cooperative

February 10, 2011 § Leave a Comment


White Widow

Donation: 15$
Provider: Conscious Care Cooperative
Phenotype: 50/50 Hybrid

Effects: Hybrid, couch-lock, sensual, inspiring
smell/taste: fresh sweet pepper, vanilla
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