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Summer Solstice
Budtender Picks
Check Out These Stellar World Cup Picks
by Tim Lawrence, AKA Inspector Dank, contributing writer
It seems the year is zooming by, as we have already entered the sixth month. June is a vibrant month rich in cultural significance, seasonal changes, and observances that highlight its importance in the calendar year. In Brazil, June is“ Festas Juninas,” celebrating the harvest. The good news is that June 21st has the longest daylight hours of the year, signaling the summer solstice and the start of summer. The day holds both astronomical and cultural significance, symbolizing renewal and the peak of the growing season. We celebrate Father’ s Day on the 21st. June also observes Pride Month, promoting awareness of issues faced by LGBTQ + individuals. Flag Day is observed on June 14th, commemorating the adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the nation’ s official flag by the Second Continental Congress in 1777. We honor the sun’ s power, the special dates, and the arrival of summer, and KC’ s World Cup kick-off with a few stellar budtender picks we harvested for this month’ s featured products.
Asteroid – Tamarindo Premium Flower
Sativa Hybrid, THC 24.93 %, Terps 1.39 %, 3.5 grams by Borealis Cannabis strain names often reflect the unique combination of time, place, and the plant’ s effects. Sometimes, they carry an inside meaning or are named after the grower. Regardless of its origin, the Tamarindo flower strain resonates on multiple levels.“ Tamarindo” is Spanish for“ tamarind,” a tropical fruit known for its tangy flavor and essential to Mexican cuisine, where it is widely used in curries and chutneys. In Mexican slang, it can also refer to a traffic police officer. This Tamarindo flower strain boasts a complex flavor profile, characterized by a predominant earthiness with undertones of coffee and citrus, and hints of gas on the backside. It’ s been a
long time since I sampled a strain that stands out as one of the most balanced Sativa hybrids available in the Missouri market. The primary terpenes include myrcene, beta-caryophyllene, limonene, and linalool. The effects begin with a cerebral head high that swiftly transitions into an uplifting, euphoric body high. The Borealis brand is committed to cultivating cannabis to perfection, emphasizing optimal growing conditions and best practices. Cannabis companies that make rigorous testing a priority, such as Borealis, are always welcome, as it ensures only the highest quality standards. Retail is $ 25 for 3.5 grams. Learn more at www. borealiscann. com.
Cake Crusher – Shatter
Hybrid – THC 73 % by Nuthera Labs, Infinity Concentrates
Shatter rose to prominence in the mid-2000s and dominated the market for a considerable period. However, it now faces significant competition from other concentrates. Nuthera Labs’ Infinity brand of live concentrates is crafted from single-source cannabis plants, utilizing closed-loop hydrocarbon extraction methods. This process maintains optimal chilled temperatures, which are crucial for preserv-
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