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With 4/20 loading, Leafly sent me on a mission to find the best weed products in the Windy City. And with a low stash, it was time to explore Chicago and think about what I needed to get through a long day of 4/20 celebrations.
Unfamiliar with the options around the city, I turned to Leafly’s list of best dispensaries in Chicago. And as a Southside Chicago resident, I surveyed the list to search for the best option near me. To my surprise, Mission was not only one of the Southside’s options, but also just a short drive away from my barbershop.
Flanked by my cannabis connoisseur of an aunt, we ventured to 8554 S. Commerical in the heart of the South Chicago neighborhood. Upon arriving, there was a small line out in a spring Chicago cold, a sign to me this is a trustworthy vendor. When I entered, I was greeted by a friendly staff member who directed me to a lounge area where I could place my order by iPad.
The line moved swiftly, and there was plenty of LITerature (get it?) to give me the details on what new IL weed products I should keep an eye out for in 2022. Along with my positive experience, here are the products I thought would serve all my 420 needs on the big day.
Pure Essentials capsules
$28 USD
Being realistic about my life and workload, there is no possible way that I can kick off 4/20 and not take care of business first.
I copped Pure Essentials capsules to assist with early morning fatigue while also bringing on the spirit of celebration. The bottle of Momentum capsules contains ten capsules containing 10 mg of sativa each, but they have many different varieties for anyone interested in taking their first cannabis capsule on 4/20.
Cann Hi-Boy | Cranberry Sage
$28 USD
I’m a sucker for flavored drinks, and I was attracted to the nice design of a beverage I hadn’t tried – a cannabis-infused social tonic. So the Cann Hi-Boy was an easy choice for me.
Infused with 5mg THC per can, and a total of 20 mg for the pack, these 12 fl oz cannabis drinks from Cann instantly grabbed my attention with their all-natural Cranberry Sage option.
For $28 per pack of four, why not? The only hold-up in my selection was what flavor I should try. The flavors I was most curious about were the Grapefruit Rosemary, and my selection of Cranberry Sage.
After going through this four-pack, I’ll be sure to return for the Grapefruit offering as the weather breaks.
Terp Stix infused pre-roll – Blueberry
$22.50 USD
An indica-dominant hybrid, this pre-roll is my venture away from my comfort sativa comfort zone. I had to find balance in my 420 shopping somewhere.
Maybe it’s because I’m the child of 2000s Hip-Hop who had a love for Ludacris’ music, but anytime I see Blueberry in a description I flock toward it.
The customer service team did alert me that Terp Stix would deliver a smooth burn and a spike in hunger. But who doesn’t need a good meal?
matter. 1:4 Apple Sour Gummy Bites
A product from Leafly’s sponsored partners
The 1:4 THC to CBD ratio in matter.’s Apple Sour Gummy Bites means you get an extra dose of full-body relaxation from the CBD while it simultaneously activates an entourage effect, encouraging the best out of the THC. Because matter. makes these gummies with emulsified THC, you can expect a faster onset of effects than with traditional edibles. And don’t worry, the sour fruit flavor does not disappoint.
A new grinder
$30 USD
For the hash holiday, I needed a new grinder. The little plastic one I was gifted some time ago is no longer cutting it for me. I chose a faithful-looking silver grinder, which comes with a kief compartment.
The customer service representative that checked me out provided me with a reminder to always check the compartment because of a build-up that could reside inside that area. There will be no weed left behind over here. I’ll remember.
Cannabis flower – Diesel (1 gram)
$14.40 USD
For traditional purposes, I explored Mission’s cannabis flower, landing on a gram of Diesel for $14.40 before tax.
As much as I love the ease of edibles and pens, there is something special about grinding flower up for papers, blunts, Backwoods, or whatever your favorite way to spark up is on 4/20.
Sour Diesel fem seeds
A product from Leafly’s sponsored partners
Sour Diesel seeds are an excellent choice for anyone looking to add a get-up-and-go cultivar to their gardens. The sativa-leaning hybrid is known for its energetic, fun, and psychedelic high with an energy kick that will have you clearing the day’s to-do list in no time. Just want a fun day of feeling good? The fuel-forward, funky strain is great for that, too. The seed-smiths at I Love Growing Marijuana are celebrating the season with their biggest sale ever, so right now you can buy ten seeds and get ten seeds free of Sour Diesel fems and a huge selection of other strains.
RYTHM disposable pen – Love Affair
$35 USD
Doesn’t a pen named Love Affair just sound sexy?
To finish my order, this RYTHM disposable pen containing 300 mg of sweet sativa will be perfect for any on-the-go adventures I may have in the later hours of 4/20. And if you haven’t noticed by now, uplifting sativa strains are my thing. They keep me going
Packed with 75.81% THC, this pen topped off with a sweet berry flavor and an aroma that reminded me of cedar and roasted marshmallows. I told you it was sexy.
Upon sampling this disposable vape, I can foresee returning to this item plenty of times as spring and summer unfold. The Lakefront on a Sunday evening as the sun starts to go down has its name written all over this.
Bonus 420 treat to wind down
Cannabis flower – Cake Breath
As an additional recommendation from multiple customers and a staff member, grab some Cake Breath flower.
A 1/8th of this indica-dominant hybrid is described as the best to provoke hunger and bring down your energy to instant relaxation.
five Daily Buzz Gummies
A product from Leafly’s sponsored partners
The most buzzed-about product in five’s lineup of CBD+THC gummies & tinctures, Daily Buzz Gummies make it easy to get your daily dose of relief. Each gummy contains 25mg of CBD, 5mg of THC, and the highest concentration of minor cannabinoids. Turn to these full-spectrum wonders whenever you need a joyful lift. As a big 420 bonus, you can get 40% off + free shipping sitewide from five on 4/20-4/21.
