Introducing SCJ’s Jar-Top Labels
September 24, 2011 § 2 Comments
Cut to fit a wide-mouth canning jar’s top, these new label’s were designed by Portland poster artists, R.S. Delucco.
So a bottom to top run-down of the goods, here it is:
Symbols I chose these 3 symbols (the trichome, the cannabis plant, and the oil dab) to represent our focus on cannabis and concentrates. In the future hash, kief, and other dry extracts will be labeled with the trichome symbol, the oils and their like will be labeled with the dab, and so on.
Form Each label has an area to fill in the person packaging the material (by handle or real name), the amount that was weighed and packaged (scales calibrated weekly to ensure accuracy), and the date packaged on. Cannabis is only opened and exposed to outside elements when packaging for donation, making this information more pertinent.
Phenotype & Genetics All varietals will have easily referenced genetics and phenotype available underneath its title.
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
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.
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
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)
Paradise Seed’s Acid from Green Health
April 17, 2011 § 1 Comment
Acid
SCJ Cannsbis Profile #13
Provider: GreenHealth Cooperative (206) 730-0979
Grown by: Unknown
Phenotype: Sativa Dominant
Genetics: Diesel x Unknown Dutch
Smell/Taste: Sweet citrus, sharp
Effects: uplifting, cerebral, confident
Positive: consistently uplifting, creative, sharp, weightless sensation
Negative: loses some clarity in high doses
Quality of Life: Anxiety, Assistance with trauma processing, relief from physical discomfort (patients who consistently experience medicinal benefits not listed here, please e-mail: SeattleCannabisJournal@gmail.com) « Read the rest of this entry »
Northern Lights #5 from GreenHealth Cooperative
April 13, 2011 § 1 Comment
Northern Lights #5
SCJ Cannabis profile #12
Provider: GreenHealth Cooperative
Grown By: Unknown
Donation: 15$
Phenotype: Indica Dominant
Smell/Taste: Woodsy, cayenne, fuel
Effects: Uplifting, exciting, complete
Positives: Stand-out buzz profile, accessible, task-orientated
Negatives: Occasionally absent-minded
Quality of Life: Anxiety, peripheral stress, invigorating to patients fatigued by condition of opioid regiment.
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March 30, 2011 § 1 Comment
Seattle Cannabis Journal has welcomed local photographer Knottyy to its pages. The great afternoon of good smoke & friendly conversation that was the Farmer’s Market write-up demanded a second collaboration. It was decided an afternoon documenting multiple grows from a single gardener would be just the thing.
Here we have Demosthene’s representations of Diesel, Kush, and Rainbow.
We hope you enjoy this project, as it was truly a pleasure to create.
DIESEL
We pegged Diesel as the first course. The foundation laid down by this smoke was a great jumping off point for both Kush and Rainbow. Given our day’s task we tread lightly when using the water pipe. These hits still provided a trace of the glowing excitement and focus that began guiding our conversation.
It was not hard to discern an astringent leaning cedar kept earthy by deep spice. A nostalgic scent, but not necessarily the robust fuel we expected from the Diesel family-this was a more nuanced approach. The second exhale had a lip-smacking finish with great sustain on the palette, leaving ample time to pick it apart. A second toke locked in cedar, but pulled detail out of the spice. I detected cocoa.
Ten minutes after a few tokes in place, we were hard at work. Knottyy manned the photo area while I frantically scribbled notes on smell and dictated his occasional observations. The conversation pin-balled from our feelings on taste, sensory experience, and future collaboration. Throughout the buzz this multiple trajectory conversation was easy to keep up and productive. Knotty found that a few well-timed bowls could extend the peak, which eventually tapers into a soft glow with no hang-over.
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Quick Guide to Glass Under 250$ by Space Cake
March 27, 2011 § Leave a Comment
I love cruising Aqua Lab Technologies for things I don’t need and can’t afford. At one point I’m almost sure it would’ve been considered a problem
To cure this blight I scrimped and saved and took extra shifts until I could afford an arguably modest water pipe of my own. In fact, it can be seen in a certain photo essay from awhile back.
A website whose addiction I have not been able to cure is Reddit. Reddit is an ultra-positive online community that acts as a filter for the internet. The flotsam and jetsam of cyberspace stays put, and the goods are laid out for all to see. Ultra massive media conglomerate Condé Nast owns the whole shebang. Still it remains relatively ad free and has billions of users.
Off topic. I happened upon a Reddit thread that called for my embarrassingly extensive knowledge of Aqua Lab’s Glass. Specifically, pieces under 250$. So here, dear readers, is what I wrote…
You’d be surprised at the pleasant smoking experience you can end up with in the 150$-250$ range. I found these on Aqualabtechnologies.com*:
All of the glass on I’ve found on ALT is handmade in the States. This 5mm Syn is 110$, Simple but functional. it has a diffused down stem, a great personal bowl, and ice pinches. Easy to clean with a brush, easy to transport.
This model also come in a 17.5″ version. Available for 175$.
The incredible dorky VripTech is an excellent option at both 129.99 and 199.99 price points depending on upgrades. A great option for health, aesthetics, and technology.
Monday Matinée: Strain Hunters II Africa
March 21, 2011 § Leave a Comment
Strain Hunters part two! Arjan and Franco of Cannabis powerhouse Green House Seeds have always been fanatics for pure genetics and landrace varietals. ‘Landraces’ are more or less the ‘heirlooms’ in the world of Cannabis, varietals untouched by modern breeding programs. A decent list is found here. From this passion began ‘Strain Hunters‘, a documented journey through prominent Cannabis growing regions in search of premium genetics. For this Monday Matinee, enjoy the ‘Africa Expedition’.
For those of you waiting for our coverage of the Farmer’s Market, or the previously announced review of Demosthene’s latest offerings from his garden, we appreciate your patience.
Jack
Seattle Cannabis Journal
March 21, 2011
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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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The 12 Day Difference
March 14, 2011 § Leave a Comment
Chemdog #4. A potent smoke sought out by users for its dominating buzz that can range from supremely relaxing, to devastatingly cerebral. Hailed medicinally for its long-lasting pain management and insomnia aid. For some it can also offer relief from anxiety. A representative of Conscious Care Cooperative was kind enough to offer the Journal a sample of multiple grows, one pulled at eight weeks, the second at nine and a half, a premium grow according to CCC.
When comparing them physically, the eight week Chemdog (we will say 8wkCD) had a looser formation with broad leaves that parted from the body, hiding the inner bud. Observing trichome production with the naked eye on 8wkCD you can see a dusting of gauzy white resin, neatly arranged but sparse. At 60x-100x magnification slim bulbs sitting atop stumpy stalks of resin that had just begun to cloud became clear.
Chemdog #4 at 9 1/2 weeks
