Albuquerque man forgets that he had 140 pounds of weed in rental car
An Albuquerque man is in custody for allegedly leaving nearly 140 pounds of marijuana in the trunk of a returned rental car.
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“The world is catching up now”: Acceptance growing for Rastafarians
Taking a deep draw on a pipe that glows with burning marijuana, reggae luminary Bunny Wailer gives a satisfied grin through a haze of aromatic smoke in his concrete yard painted in the red, green, gold and black colors identified with his Rastafarian faith.
All-glass hash oil dabbing with VapeXNail feels regal (review)
The VapeXNail is a clear glass tube attachment for using hash oil with the VapeXhale Cloud EVO vaporizer. The oil sits deep in the heating area and quickly volatilizes into wonderful, water-filtered clouds of consciousness-changing cannabinoids. It is super simple, and it is super effective.
Washington Cannabis Cup winners: The best sativas, edibles and more
As the Washington Cannabis Cup came to a close on Sept. 7 in Everett, Wash. — with an appearance from actor David Arquette and a performance by the Wailers — the focus turned to the Cup’s still-prestigious award show. See the full list of 2014 winners.
Colorado marijuana growers at odds over revised production rules
Colorado’s pot regulators are trying to make sure the state’s marijuana growers aren’t producing more pot than they can legally sell — a hedge against Colorado-grown pot ending up in states where it’s not legal.
Denver pot tourism guide: Useful info for toking travelers
It’s all here: places to stay, places to go, getting around, scoring some herb and something to smoke it out of, and nearby eats and entertainment.
Is paying pot tax self-incriminating? Activists lose initial court challenge
Marijuana activists lost an initial bid Friday to strike down special taxes on recreational pot because they require businesses and consumers to implicate themselves in federal crimes.
The big 4-0 for High Times: celebrating milestone
It’s hard to believe that High Times turns 40 this year. From the fantastical story of its beginnings — via drug smuggler Gary Goodson, a.k.a. Tom Forcade — to the magazine’s modern, mid-legalization renaissance, High Times is the grandfather of marijuana activism-rooted journalism.
Jack Flash (marijuana review)
Borrowing its name from a tribute strain named for the late Jack Herer that was crossed by Sensi Seeds, Jack Flash is at its core a beautiful cross of haze and skunk.
Fresh tomato soup: Take advantage of garden bounty (recipe)
Pretty much any recipe will take away from the purity of that “tomato alone” experience — therefore, I created a recipe that allows the fresh flavors of all the ingredients to shine. The tomato is the star in this dish but there are lots of other important characters.
Cannabist Q&A: Growing season, medical card residency, sexy strains
This Q&A handles reader questions on cannabis matters, including the growing season for marijuana in Colorado; residency requirement for a Colorado medical red card; and sexy strain recommendations.
Graphic: NFL’s pot puzzle amid changing national perspective
One challenge the NFL faces is how to bring marijuana into the game as a pain reliever without condoning its use as a recreational drug. Redskins defensive back Ryan Clark says, “I know a lot of guys who don’t regularly smoke marijuana who would use it during the season.”
Black Rhino (marijuana review)
Strain Theory: This Black Rhino smelled more like I walked into a grow room. I was catching nutrients and old trim, managing to coax the smallest waft of that rubber band smell when grinding it between my fingers.
Stealth PUFFiT vaporizer mimics asthma inhaler (review)
It’s a great idea and a decent design, but the PUFFiT vaporizer is hit or miss, finicky and frustrating, with a discouraging learning curve.
Cannabist calendar: More than 60 marijuana events in August 2014
Have some late-summer fun with your buds at these upcoming cannabis-friendly events in August 2014.
Shop Sesh interview: Sativa steers Like Minded Productions’ street art
A weed-inspired interview with Jonathan Lamb and Michael Ortiz, the co-founders of Like Minded Productions, which specializes in custom murals and graphics. The duo’s work can be seen adorning Denver marijuana shops, restaurants and other retailers, and they regularly have live art shows.
Red Headed Stranger #14 (marijuana review)
Strain Theory: For people who haven’t smoked in a few years and think there’s a certain novelty in buying a Willie Nelson-themed type of pot, start with one hit and hold on.
Savory Thai red curry, by way of Alaska (recipe)
Starting out with a jar of gifted, locally-made Thai red curry paste, and pairing that with chicken and vegetables seems like a perfect way to try the savory spice blend. The foundation of the meal starts with infused canna-coconut oil.
A shout out to 20 people who made Washington’s pot debut memorable
It’s Opening Day in Washington state’s retail marijuana shops, and this post is dedicated to the fair people of that Pacific Northwestern state — the people who surprised us, the people who made us laugh and the people who said something poignant at just the right time. So take your time in getting to know these 20 Washington residents and visitors who took part in a conversation about marijuana legalization on July 8, 2014:
Fruit bars perfect for hiking or lounging (recipe, gluten free/vegan)
I have been doing a bit of hiking recently and have decided to make a batch of dried fruit bars to bring along. They don’t have to be refrigerated, which is a huge plus this time of year.
Taking pot brownies to the next level (recipe with video)
Here’s our killer triple chocolate pot brownie recipe. Serve them up with fresh berries and whipped cream.
100 questions about weed for sale in Colorado and legal marijuana
There was uncertainty about weed for sale in Colorado. Now that we’re six months in to legal marijuana, here’s what we’ve learned.
Fresh Baked (recreational shop review, Boulder)
The jars smell outstanding, the budtenders are full of knowledge, but a disappointing smoke deflates the overall impression: “Perhaps I chose poorly and ended up with one of the only badly-flushed samples — but as the old saying goes, ‘one weak link can break the chain.'”
Timberado gives peace pipes new life via natural woods, gemstones (review)
REVIEW: From the unknown health risks to the funky taste that comes along with using an electronic device often made in China, vaping is just not for me. I’m a good old-fashioned joint smoker with a few pieces of glass I keep in rotation.
Marijuana’s just the start: Support businesses booming too
During the California gold rush nearly two centuries ago, the first million was made not by a miner, but by a publicist and merchant who sold picks, shovels and other supplies to eager prospectors. Some are banking on a similar pick-and-shovel play for today’s “green rush.”
