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Lorena Cupcake, voted “best budtender in Chicago,” has answered hundreds of questions from cannabis shoppers and patients during their time as a budtender. And now they’re turning that experience into a monthly advice column, Ask a budtender. Got a question for Cupcake? Submit your questions to askabudtender@weedmaps.com. Dear Cupcake, 20-plus year weed enthusiast here, asking

When we use our hard-earned holiday coin to patronize BIPOC-owned cannabusinesses, we diversify more than our stash boxes. Supporting BIPOC-owned companies ensures diverse representation in an industry that has been historically and violently inhospitable to Black and Brown folks. It also reinvests in the BIPOC future and community, potentially inspiring a new generation of cannabis

This month of The Drop, Dante Jordan’s column rounding up all the can’t-miss strains and dabs from the best brands and growers, looks at anticipated releases from Ridgeline Farms, Rhythm, and Ember Valley. A new month and a whole new batch of strains you should be putting in your pipe and smoking. Here are the

With the season of gift-giving upon us, you may be checking your list and checking it twice to find the perfect gift for the cannabis enthusiast in your life.  From buzzy CBD coffee to unique, stoney accessories, here are eight gift ideas and stocking stuffers for your weed-loving friends and family members.  Her Highness CBD

Cannabis and cardio aren’t as far-fetched of a pairing as one might believe thanks to Stoned+Toned founder Morgan English, an entrepreneurial spirit who’s created a community and lifestyle brand around smoking and sweating.  The idea originally sparked six years ago when English noticed a gap in the cannabis industry. “Nothing felt created for a productive,

With so many great cannabis brands releasing exciting new products in new markets, it can be hard to keep track of every release. So we’re rounding up a few significant releases. This week, we look at releases by STIIIZY, Fun Uncle Cruisers, and more.  GRAV: New glass joints Available in packs of seven, cannabis retail

When it comes to game day, the East Coast truly shines with unique products that can make your tailgate or at-home party a little brighter. Whether you’re cheering on the Lions or hoping for a Patriots loss, elevate your festivities with these eight cannabis products found on the East Coast.  Incredibles’ Pumpkin Pie Bar The

When it comes to game day, the Northeast truly shines with unique products that can make your tailgate or at-home party a little brighter. Whether you’re cheering on the Lions or hoping for a Patriots loss, elevate your festivities with these eight cannabis products found in the Northeast.  Incredibles’ Pumpkin Pie Bar The limited-edition Pumpkin

Lorena Cupcake, voted “best budtender in Chicago” in 2019, has answered hundreds of questions from cannabis shoppers and patients during their time as a budtender. And now they’re turning that experience into a monthly advice column, Ask a Budtender. Got a question for Cupcake? Submit your questions to askabudtender@weedmaps.com.  Dear Cupcake, The other day, I

There are few things I’m more skeptical of than a CBD product that claims to increase energy and productivity. While possible, it’s a tricky genre consisting of mostly ineffective products with a few great ones peppered in. This is mainly due to the fact that CBD is not an inherently energizing substance. While it can