Strains and Genetics

Boutique Buds: Ten Rare Strains with Cult Followings

When conversations turn to cannabis beyond the mainstream, a handful of strains consistently rise to the surface among aficionados.

Craft vs. Designer: How to Spot True Exclusivity

Craft cannabis and “designer” strains both whisper exclusivity, but they reach it by different paths.

The Genetics Behind Limited-Release Strain Drops—and What Makes Them Unique

In legal markets, “limited-release” strain drops signal scarcity, but their distinctiveness is rooted in genetics, not marketing alone.

Why Exclusive Strains Stay Exclusive: The Real Economics Behind Limited Drops

Strain exclusives are a defining feature of modern cannabis—coveted phenos that appear in limited drops, sell out fast, and then vanish.

Sticker Shock & Secret Cuts: Inside the World’s Priciest Weed

Here’s the kind of story connoisseurs whisper about: $800 ounces, limited-release seed packs that cost more than a rent check, and five-figure “smokes” built like luxury cigars.

2025’s Rarest Strains and Why You Hardly See Them

In a market dominated by dessert terps and colorful bags, there’s still a short list of cultivars that make even seasoned shoppers do a double-take.