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Too High or Not High Enough? Here's what to do
Working with medical cannabis as a budtender at The Source cannabis dispensary in Rogers, I encounter situations with cannabis users from all ends of the spectrum. Some people are new to smoking and want the medical benefits from the cannabinoids found in cannabis but worry about getting too high, while other people have been using cannabis since they were young and now cannot reach that desired medicated level. After two years of working at The Source, the feedback that I get from our patients has taught me more about cannabis than anything else. Below are the best ways I have learned to balance both ends of the spectrum: how to overcome being too high and also how to get that stoney feeling again from cannabis when you don’t feel like you can get high anymore. Consume too much cannabis, and now you are too high? Let's get you grounded. Common symptoms of consuming too much THC are anxiety, increased heart rate, nausea, and paranoia. The first thing to remember is that you are okay. You cannot overdose on cannabis or use too much THC. Drink water, preferably cold, or splash some on your face to shock your endocannabinoid system and help ground you. Staying hydrated will also allow your body to flush the cannabinoid tetrahydrocannabinol (THC for short) from your system, while getting rid of the cotton mouth you're most likely experiencing, allowing you to relax. One great way for your body to detox THC from your system quickly is through sweating. If you can, go outside for a run or walk; activity will help tremendously! If you cannot do physical activity to detox the THC quickly from your system, another option is through hot baths or showers; this will work just as well. An excellent option for mellowing your high from too much marijuana use is consuming the cannabinoid CBD. Keep CBD products on hand for those times when you ingest too much cannabis. Getting CBD into your system is the surest thing you can do to even out your high. CBD will decrease the euphoric effect caused when you consume marijuana while increasing the medical benefits of the plant, creating homeostasis in the body and mind. If you notice you may be too medicated from THC and only have CBD edibles (edibles are processed through the liver, therefore taking longer to take effect) on hand, don't worry. Chewing an edible longer and allowing the CBD to absorb through the sublingual glands in your mouth will make the effects onset quicker. Other options are available to help balance your high besides the cannabinoid CBD. The aromatic oils you smell off your cannabis, known as terpenes, are also helpful in combating the sensation of being too high. The terpenes found in cannabis can also be found in other everyday things. When searching for a calming, uplifting effect, the main terps to look at are caryophyllene, limonene, and pinene. They terpenes caryohpyllene, limonene, and pinene can help bring you down when you are over-medicated. Caryophyllene is found in natural ingredients such as black pepper, clove, oregano, and cinnamon. This terpene interacts with the same cannabinoid receptors as some antidepressant medications. If you have any of these items with caryophyllene, eating them will help provide anxiety relief and a more clear mind. Limonene is found in citrus, such as lemon and orange rinds. Studies show limonene affects the brain’s serotonin system, giving you a more elevated mood and decreased anxiety. Drinking lemon water or fresh orange juice can help give some stress and anxiety relief. Pinene is a terpene found in pine needles, rosemary, dill, basil, and parsley. Researchers found that pinene can counteract THC-induced anxiety. With these items, you can eat or just smell them to combat the overwhelming feelings you are experiencing. Taking a deep breath of pine needles, or even a pine essential oil, will help you feel calmer, with a clearer mind. If none of these options do the trick, napping for a few hours is a great way to help yourself calm down. Being too high from smoking cannabis can be scary and overwhelming, but you are not alone. We have all been there, and I promise you, you will get through it and be okay. Many cannabis consumers feel it doesn't matter how high the THC content is; they just can’t seem to get high like they used to. Although the THC content of the plant is not the only thing that gives you the euphoria and effects you receive, THC does tend to be the deciding factor for individuals who have grown a tolerance to most of their cannabis consumption. Losing the ability to get high is a common occurrence for several reasons. Luckily, there are numerous ways to help keep your THC level low for as long as possible. If you are new to consuming cannabis, have just undergone a detoxification process, or just want to keep your tolerance low, you do not need to be searching for the cannabis strain with the highest THC percentages. Start with cannabis strains with lower THC percentages, like 12%-16%. Low-testing THC strains provide just as much relief as high-testing strains, like 25% or above, because of the entourage effect, meaning when you get something lower in THC, you are gaining medical assistance from all properties the cannabis plant has to offer, giving cannabis users a better effect of each terpene and cannabinoid. Try and mix up your cannabis use schedule from day to day. Studies have shown that consuming cannabis at the same time every day will increase your tolerance, especially during that time. Since cannabis use is connected to your endocannabinoid receptors, every aspect of your life while consuming it will have something to do with how your high affects you. For example, you can experience two different highs with the same cannabis strain based on whether you woke up feeling sluggish, skipped breakfast, and consumed inside versus if you woke up feeling good, ate breakfast, and consumed outside. Let's say you have a cannabis strain that you love, and you exclusively consume that strain. Consuming the same strain, particularly at the same time of day, will cause your tolerance level to build very quickly to that specific strain. Your tolerance level builds quickly to that strain because your CB1 and CB2 receptors can grow a tolerance to the specific terpene profiles of a cannabis plant. Mixing up what strain of cannabis you consume is an excellent way to keep your THC tolerance low. Even if it is a similar strain, having a slightly different terpene profile will allow your receptors to open up to these other cannabinoids. Another great way to keep your tolerance low is by using different consumption methods. There are many different ways to consume cannabis nowadays, making mixing up your consumption methods easier. You can change how you consume medical marijuana however you want to because each individual’s body is so unique and processes differently that there is no right or wrong way. It is a trial and error process until you find what works for you, whether with edibles, topicals, trans-dermal patches, and sublingual products, or dabs, flower, and cartridges. If you’ve been smoking for years with no break, unfortunately, sometimes a tolerance break will be the only way to reset those receptors. Typically, your THC tolerance level takes around 48 hours to decrease. For a complete THC detox, however, the average person needs to take at least a 21-day break from consuming cannabis with THC. About The Source cannabis dispensary in Northwest Arkansas The Source Cannabis – Arkansas is a craft cannabis company located in Rogers, Arkansas just off Exit 85 on Interstate 49. We produce and dispense In The Flow Boutique Cannabis and Wavelength Extracts vape cartridges. We value education, quality, friendliness, and inclusivity.
Our dispensary offers pick-up and delivery. We are also happy to chat with you online through the chat function on our website.What to do when you have consumed too much THC
Take a run or a walk
Try CBD
We offer several products high in CBD, including seltzer, sub-lingual troches, and gummies.Explore terpenes derived from botanicals too
Eat foods with balancing terpenes
Take a nap
What to do when you cannot get medicated enough
Be sure to check out the strains that we grow in house, like Donny Burger and Peach Crescendo.Begin with low THC levels
Mix up your timing and strains
Experiment with a new consumption method
Take a break to reset those receptors
Be sure to check out the strains that we grow in house! Click to shop In The Flow Boutique Cannabis!
The Source Team
January 7, 2025

Top Cannabis Strains: Popular Weed Strains To Try in 2024
Another year has flown by; 2024 is here and it's crazy to think how far the cannabis industry has come since medicinal use was first legalized in California in 1996. 2023 was an amazing year for the cannabis industry. As more states across the nation legalized adult cannabis use and the negative stigma around weed continues to diminish, more and more people are enjoying the therapeutic benefits of this magical plant. Whether you are new to cannabis or have been consuming it for years, there is no denying how overwhelming it can be when you are trying to choose a weed strain when there are over 700+ strains out there. Let us help you with that. We’ve compiled a list below of the best strains of weed to try in 2024. From indica strains to sativa genetics, here are the best cannabis strains to look out for this year. Who doesn’t love a good wake-n-bake sesh? Sativa-dominant strains are perfect for the cannabis consumer who likes to get up and go. Lemon Berry Candy OG by Natural State Medicinals A hybrid strain with the best properties of sativa genetics, Lemon Berry Candy OG is perfect for energizing the body and mind. It sparks creativity and focus in its users, making it beneficial in treating medical marijuana patients with ADD/ADHD, depression, and fatigue. Our favorite cultivator growing this strain is Natural State Medicinals, located in White Hall, AR. With their dedication to cultivating high-quality, pharmaceutical grade cannabis, NSM’s Lemon Berry Candy has started to make waves amongst Arkansans with its invigorating effects and enticing citrus aroma. Lemon Skunk by In The Flow A sativa-dominant hybrid strain like no other, Lemon Skunk is a highly potent strain great for any time of day. With intense cerebral effects that uplift and focus the mind and its soothing body-high that doesn’t couch-lock, Lemon Skunk is the perfect pick for helping relieve symptoms of chronic pain, depression, fatigue, and nausea. At The Source, we began cultivating a high-testing cut of Lemon Skunk provided to us by In The Flow in 2023. With multiple batches testing at over 30% THC and a strong terpene profile, it’s clear that this sativa-dominant hybrid is one of our small grow’s best performers. Lemon Skunk is the loudest, skunkiest strain in the building! Trust us — you won’t want to miss this sativa strain each time a new harvest drops, because it sells fast! With a slight sativa dominance, Lilac Diesel is a fragrant cannabis strain that induces a powerful cerebral high immediately upon exhale. An intense focus overcomes the mind, while a warm tingle spreads throughout the body, inducing hunger in its users. Lilac Diesel is not for inexperienced cannabis users and may help in treating chronic pain, depression, insomnia, migraines, and nausea. Lilac Diesel is another sativa-dominant hybrid by In The Flow that we grow in-house in our own boutique grow at The Source in Rogers. Another high tester, this strain of weed shows off in our touchy-feely, craft batch grow room. Hybrid strains are perfect for the cannabis consumer who loves the properties of both indica strains and sativa strains. Desert Lime by Carpenter Farms Considered to be a balanced hybrid, Desert Lime is excellent for uplifting and motivating the mind. Although it can produce a heavy relaxation in the body, users of Desert Lime report feeling giggly, social, and energized, making it an excellent strain for relieving symptoms of anxiety, depression, and fatigue. Interspecies Erotica by Carpenter Farms Interspecies Erotica is another balanced hybrid with all the best parts of indica and sativa genetics. Users of this highly potent cannabis strain report feeling an increase in appetite and tingly euphoria that hits both mind and body, making this hybrid strain beneficial in treating chronic pain, depression, fatigue, and nausea. Both Desert Lime and Interspecies Erotica were brought to Arkansas by Carpenter Farms located in Hot Springs. Our budtenders are huge fans of these exotic hybrid strains! Fairly new to the cannabis scene, Luxar Dos shows a slight sativa-dominance and is a great weed strain for a lazy day as it produces a heavy euphoric effect that quickly progresses into a powerful body high. With its intense effects and tendency for high THC levels, Luxar Dos is beneficial for helping medical cannabis patients with anxiety, chronic pain, depression, insomnia, and stress. Time to go to bed! Enjoy these indica-dominant hybrid strains that allow the mind and body to relax, soothing it into a peaceful, sedative state. The real OG. Afghan Kush is a Mazaar landrace weed strain, meaning cannabis would not be the same today without it and other landraces like it. A classic indica strain, Afghan Kush produces the typical effects that have come to be known for indicas and is extremely sedative, affecting more of the body than the mind. It is a perfect strain for helping relieve symptoms of anxiety, chronic pain, insomnia, loss of appetite, and PTSD. A delicious cannabis strain that is quickly gaining a following, Glitter Bomb produces an uplifting high that relieves the mind of racing thoughts before settling in the body, making its users completely immobile. Perfect for a late night smoke sesh, Glitter Bomb may help relieve symptoms of anxiety, chronic pain, depression, and insomnia. Glitter Bomb was first brought to Arkansas by TICAL when they partnered with BOLD Team from Plant City, AR. Since its debut, it has enticed cannabis consumers, with other cultivators like River Valley Relief also producing the popular indica leaning strain. Royal Wedding by Revolution Cannabis A mood-boosting indica-dominant hybrid, Royal Wedding is a popular strain of weed amongst budtenders for its euphoric and couch-locking effects. Best for use in the evening or at night, Royal Wedding may help medical marijuana patients suffering from chronic pain, depression, insomnia, and lack of appetite. A favorite of several of our budtenders, Revolution Cannabis cultivates this sweet, cake-y strain to perfection, with it consistently producing a higher than average THC level. This is one indica strain you won’t regret buying. Blackwater by Natural State Medicinals Beloved for its fruity dankness, Blackwater is an indica-dominant hybrid strain that slowly creeps up on its users before melting down the entire body for a classic head-to-toe euphoric high. Medical cannabis patients who suffer from appetite loss, chronic pain, insomnia, and multiple sclerosis may find Blackwater beneficial in relieving their symptoms caused by these conditions. With its heavily sedating effects, Blackwater is recommended for late-night consumption as it can cause mental cloudiness and detract from productivity. Natural State Medicinals is currently the sole producer of this fragrant strain of weed in Arkansas. It’s no surprise that they hit the ball out of the park with this one, as well. Start 2024 on a high note, and try these awesome cannabis strains for a truly elevated year! In 2023, most cannabis consumers stayed consistent with wanting marijuana strains that are high testing in THC and the best bang for their buck. But for the many who look at more than THC when shopping for weed, they stayed true to the classics. Take a quick look back at some of the most popular cannabis strains of 2023 that you don't want to miss! A highly potent strain, Scott’s OG is an indica-dominant strain recommended for consumers with a high tolerance. Known for its powerfully sedating effects, Scott’s OG produces a strong body-high and has shown potential therapeutic benefits in helping with chronic pain, insomnia, and PTSD. Known in most states as Girl Scout Cookies, Cookies is a cannabis strain that is beneficial to medical patients suffering from headaches or migraines, nausea, and a lack of appetite. It produces a cerebral effect that invigorates the mind along with full-body relaxation that is body-numbing and hunger inducing. A powerful indica-dominant hybrid, Donny Burger produces an uplifted, giggly effect in its users, with mild sedation. Perfect for use any time of day, medical cannabis patients find Donny Burger to help with anxiety, chronic pain, depression, and inflammation. Extremely popular amongst cannabis users worldwide, Blue Dream is a sativa-dominant strain whose effects hit both body and mind. A motivating cerebral high sparks focus and creativity while a mellow physical-high work its way through the body making it an excellent strain to help relieve symptoms of ADD/ADHD, anxiety, headaches or migraines, inflammation, mood disorders, and PTSD. Pineapple Express is a sativa-dominant strain that produces a chill, enjoyable high that sparks creativity and laughter in its users, while relaxing them with a mellow body-buzz. A great weed strain for social gatherings, Pineapple Express may help relieve symptoms of anxiety, chronic pain, depression, fatigue, and nausea. A potent, sativa-dominant strain, Chemmy Jones is not for the faint of heart. This In The Flow cult classic produces an uplifting, functional high that sparks focus and creativity, making it the perfect choice for a daytime smoke sesh. Chemmy Jones may help patients find relief from depression, chronic pain, headaches or migraines, and stress.Best weed strains for the sativa lover
Lemon Berry Candy OG
Lemon Skunk
Lilac Diesel
Alleviate stress with these hybrid strains
Desert Lime
Interspecies Erotica
Luxar Dos
Indica-dominant strains that induce relaxation
Afghan Kush
Glitter Bomb
Royal Wedding
BONUS Indica Strain — Blackwater
ICYMI: Most popular weed strains of 2023
Scott’s OG
Cookies
Donny Burger
Blue Dream
Pineapple Express
Chemmy Jones
The Source Team
January 7, 2025

Introducing your AI Budtender: Terpli
Technology is an integral part of society. From the world’s earliest days, when tools were made from stone, to today’s more advanced inventions like computers and smartphones, technology is constantly evolving. One of the world’s latest innovations is artificial intelligence or AI. In simple terms, AI is the science of making machines that can think like humans. It has become popular in many different industries in order to help people with various needs and has now made its way into the cannabis industry with the invention of AI budtenders. When trying to find the right medical cannabis product for you and your health needs, it can be overwhelming with all the available options; that is why we have budtenders. However, those who prefer to shop online don’t always get the same personalized experience as they would if they had shopped in-store. Enter AI budtenders. If the idea of an artificial intelligence budtender freaks you out, don’t worry. We aren’t replacing our live, smiling humans with robots or anything like that. With an AI budtender, medical marijuana patients who prefer shopping online can find cannabis products specifically for their needs without taking time out of their day to shop in-store. The Source Cannabis is excited to be the first dispensary in Arkansas to offer AI budtending with the implementation of Terpli to our online menu. To learn more about the application, I sat down with Terpli co-founder Eric Mercado to discuss how artificial intelligence budtending benefits the cannabis industry. Co-founder and CPA for Terpli, Eric Mercado. Terpli is an artificial intelligence budtending software that helps medical patients find the best cannabis products for their needs currently in stock at our dispensary. With the use of this application, customers have the option to shop for their cannabis products based on what type of effects they want to experience and what symptoms they are trying to relieve. Customers can also select the type of product they wish to consume and the level of potency desired; they can even choose specific terpenes they are looking for. According to Eric, Terpli takes the terpene and cannabinoid content from the cannabis products' COAs (certificate of analysis), customer reviews from public platforms such as Leafly and iHeartJane, as well as our online menu, and “[marries] them with the underlying chemistry of that product.” With the underlying chemistry and the reported effects, Terpli pulls our live inventory through the point of sale and bases its recommendation on all the information gathered. Terpli offers a quick quiz for online shoppers to take in order to target cannabis products specifically for their needs. Through a quiz available to the online shopper on our menu, Terpli has the customer answer questions like, “What kind of effects are you looking for?” “How potent of a product do you want?” “What is your price range?” etc., and then recommends cannabis products currently in stock at our dispensary based on the answers you provided. The idea behind Terpli came from Eric’s best friend and college roommate, Peter Kasper, founder of Terpli. Peter founded the Marshall Cannabis Institute, the first business of cannabis organization at the University of Southern California (USC). During his time at USC, Peter took a terpene workshop and started learning about the entourage effect and how terpenes and cannabinoids work together to produce particular effects. Information regarding a cannabis product’s chemical makeup is not readily available to the everyday consumer. Peter went to retailers, who are required to retain the COAs, obtained the terpene and cannabinoid information of the marijuana products he was consuming, and began manually keeping track of how he was affected. Eventually, he built the information he gathered and put it into a predicted analytic, creating the first generation of Terpli. Initially, Peter's ideology was a recommendation engine that was a mobile app. However, according to Eric, when COVID-19 hit in 2020, many dispensaries went from zero to one hundred for online sales. “It was illegal in many states to sell weed online, at least to have your menu available. Now, all of a sudden, because of Covid, it was an essential business. So many of these retailers basically just took whatever they had and turned it on, which de facto was either Dutchie or [iHeart] Jane.” Eric and Peter looked at what the online menu experience was for the cannabis consumer when using these iframe eCommerce marketplaces and determined, “It kind of sucks.” Eric explained how shopping on these market platforms was like shopping on a “glorified inventory listing with a bunch of made-up names, and customers didn’t have any guidance.” Eric stated nobody knew what they were consuming as there was no benchmarking or anything to trace, especially in new markets. With Terpli, they wanted to cut through that misinformation. Terpli helps find the best product for your body and budget through a quiz available online on our menu Though many are skeptical about artificial intelligence, AI budtending applications like Terpli benefit the cannabis industry in more ways than one. Eric spoke about how Terpli allows online customers to have a more personalized, “guided experience” while shopping, just like they would if they had shopped with one of our employees. “It’s the same level of soft touch and personalization that you get from a budtender in a store.” “Rather than focusing on indica, sativa, [and] hybrid, we’re focused on what experience would you like to have?” He states, “You can go in, and you can ask it for what product types you’re looking for, what effect you want, so rather than focusing on indica, sativa, [and] hybrid, we’re focused on what experience would you like to have? People use [cannabis] for different reasons, and we want to focus on the underlying ailments that they’re looking to relieve [rather] than just the ‘Hey, I want to get high.’” At The Source, we strive to educate our patients about how the whole cannabis plant is beneficial to the healing process and not just the THC. By implementing Terpli’s AI budtender software into our online menu, we are able to advise our patients during their online shopping experience. Terpli also allows us to educate more patients as our friendly AI budtender (who we call Leafy Bud) can assist more than one patient at a time, at any time of day, whereas shopping in-store, we are limited to the number of budtending stations available, and the dispensary’s hours of operations. While online consumers navigate through Terpli’s quiz, they have the ability to learn about the specific components in the cannabis plant’s chemistry that may be beneficial to their specific ailments, such as terpenes and other cannabinoids like CBD. Customers are then able to make a more knowledgeable decision when selecting a product off the website as they are provided with recommendations tailored to their needs. Once patients have shopped initially with Terpli, they can come back and leave reviews, and with that information, our artificial intelligence budtender, Leafy Bud, will be able to “hyper-personalize their future recommendations.” Eric explains, “If I consume a low-THC flower and rate it highly for sleep, the next time I come back, even if it’s out of stock, instead of giving me a random indica, it’s gonna match me to a product that’s chemically the same or similar as a previous experience I’ve already rated highly.” Terpli launched its beta version in April 2022 in a small, single-location mom-and-pop cannabis dispensary in Oklahoma. After a few months in beta, the software company began expanding across the country. Today, Terpli is implemented in 100 locations across 13 states, quite a success in just a year’s time. Eric spoke of the company’s goals and how they would rather have 100 locations nationwide versus 100 locations in one state if and when cannabis becomes legal federally. “It’s the beauty of 1) selling a software and 2) having a system that’s designed to be leveraged at any state. We have so much information across every state inventory that we’re able to provide recommendations anywhere.” “It’s about the accessibility of information fueling the model.” Terpli is constantly pulling live information, unlike other forms of artificial intelligence software such as ChatGPT, where the data available needs to catch up because it's based on statistics from 2021, for example. “It’s about the accessibility of information fueling the model,” he continues. Though Terpli has grown across the United States, the company remains a small team of six in order to maintain its quality service. Eric explains how the software uses a machine learning model, meaning it “takes a grouping of data sets and has triggers to [say], if this happens, then modify it this way,” allowing the team at Terpli to perform quality analysis and ensure the program is working as it’s supposed to with accurate information. The Source Cannabis dispensary's AI budtender, Leafy Bud. Expect to see our newest budtender, Leafy Bud, soon when we launch Terpli on The Source website! Also, a big thank you to Eric Mercado, co-founder of Terpli, for sitting down with me and sharing Terpli’s story. The Source Cannabis – Arkansas is a craft cannabis dispensary located in Rogers, Arkansas, just off Exit 85 on Interstate 49. We produce and dispense In The Flow Boutique Cannabis and Wavelength Extracts vape cartridges. We value education, quality, friendliness, and inclusivity.What is Terpli?
Conceptualizing AI: The Intelligence Behind Terpli
Benefits of an AI Budtender
The Source Cannabis dispensary's AI budtender, Leafy Bud, is here to help online shoppers navigate our menuTerpli’s expansion across the cannabis industry
About The Source cannabis dispensary in Northwest Arkansas
The Source Team
January 7, 2025

Super Sativa: An In-Depth Look at In The Flow’s Chemmy Jones
What is Chemmy Jones?
Chemmy Jones is a super sativa cannabis strain, which was made famous by In The Flow, a values-driven, family-owned boutique cannabis cultivator from Boulder, Colorado. With their knowledge and guidance, we have begun growing their strains in Arkansas. We started out growing nine strains, and one of the class favorites is definitely the super sativa Chemmy Jones!
Other growers cultivate Chemmy Jones, however, In The Flow has a particularly good cut of the strain. The growers at In The Flow pride themselves on being observant, and it's this careful attention to detail that makes Chemmy Jones by In The Flow so special compared to other sativa cannabis strains.
Chemmy Jones Strain Information
With famous ancestors consisting of cannabis strains Oriental Express, East Coast Sour Diesel, and OG Kush, it's no surprise that Chemmy Jones is a very potent sativa with a plethora of health benefits. Hailing from the legendary cannabis strains Chemdawg D and Casey Jones, Chemmy Jones is a sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain that produces strong results thanks to its high potency of cannabinoids and terpenes.
The Chemmy Jones marijuana plant announces itself from afar with a distinctive stank as it has the pungent diesel smell of Chemdawg, balanced by Casey Jones' floral notes. Many say the prominent smell of Chemmy Jones is a chemical/diesel fragrance that some liken to the smell of mothballs. Diesel isn't the only aroma, however. Tropical and sweet notes can also be detected to round out this fragrant profile.
Appearance and Aroma: Chemmy Jones Cosmetics
When it comes to the cannabis plant, Chemmy Jones typically has bright green marijuana leaves, while the buds are dark olive to forest green with a thick white dusting of trichome resin. Wiry orange hairs can be seen throughout its thick, dense flowers.
Chemmy Jones Awards
The cannabis plant Chemmy Jones is a cult classic of In The Flow boutique cannabis and has most recently been rated as one of High Times' best weed strains, taking home 3rd place in the Sativa Flower category at the 2022 Colorado Cannabis Cup: People's Choice Edition. In the past, In The Flow's Chemmy Jones strain has received the Overall Champion at the 2017 Connoisseur Cup and the 1st Place Sativa at the 2018 Connoisseur Cup.
Chemmy Jones Effects
Chemmy Jones' hybrid genetics and extensive terpene profile give it the best of both worlds. This sativa-dominant flower delivers an uplifting and functional high, making it an excellent choice for a daytime smoke sesh. It has been shown to help relieve chronic pain and ease anxious thoughts, as well as provide a soothing body high that is accompanied by invigorating energy and productive creativity.
Common descriptions of Chemmy Jones' effects include:
Euphoric
Joyful
Uplifting
Energetic
Cerebral
Chemmy Jones is an excellent cannabis sativa strain with many potential health benefits in helping treat depression, anxiety, chronic pain, inflammation, and digestive issues.
Take note that too much Chemmy Jones can cause paranoia, especially for new users. A little bit of Chemmy Jones goes a long way, as it has been shown to produce high concentrations of THC.
Terpenes over THC: Chemmy Jones’ Bouquet of Terps
You know those fantastic smells you love wafting off your cannabis? Those are terpenes. Terpenes are the aromatic oils found in marijuana that give the various cannabis strains their distinctive aromas and flavors. Why does this matter, you may ask? Besides their aromatic qualities, terpenes also have therapeutic properties which help provide medical cannabis patients with many medicinal and healing benefits. Terpenes play with the other plant compounds found in cannabis, enhancing the effects of a cannabis strain through a process known as the Entourage Effect. So the kind of terpenes found in your cannabis is important!
Cannabis terpenes vary from strain to strain, but they can also vary from batch to batch, with where the marijuana plant is grown significantly impacting the terpene profile. For example, the most dominant cannabis terpenes found in the Colorado-grown Chemmy Jones cannabis plant are myrcene, β-caryophyllene, linalool, limonene, and α-pinene. However, our first harvest here at our cannabis dispensary in Arkansas yielded terpene dominance of myrcene, β-caryophyllene, limonene, humulene, linalool, and the rare terpene, eucalyptol.
Our first harvest of Chemmy Jones tested at 3.0% terpenes, making it the cannabis strain with the highest concentration of terpenes that we currently grow at The Source.
Myrcene
Myrcene is the most common terpene produced by cannabis plants, with its aromatic compounds consisting of herbal, musk, cloves, and citrus. Besides various marijuana strains, myrcene can be naturally found in other plants, such as parsley, hops, citrus, mango, bay leaves, lemongrass, and eucalyptus.
Typically known for its “couch-lock” effect, the terpene myrcene is classic to more indica-dominant cannabis strains. Known as the stoner's favorite, myrcene increases our brain's ability to soak up more THC by reducing the resistance of the blood-brain barrier. It is an ideal terpene for treating conditions such as insomnia and chronic pain due to its relaxing and sedative nature. Other therapeutic properties of myrcene include antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-anxiety, and anti-diabetic.
β-Caryophyllene
Caryophyllene is the only terpene known to interact with the endocannabinoid system. It produces a spicy aroma and is commonly found in other plants, such as Thai basil and cloves, as well as cinnamon and black pepper. Fun fact: caryophyllene is a terpene often used in chewing gum recipes.
The terpene caryophyllene is known for various medicinal benefits, including providing tension relief and calming effects. Studies have shown that cannabis strains high in caryophyllene may provide several potential health benefits for many medical issues, such as arthritis, neuropathic pain, gastrointestinal disorders including ulcers, and autoimmune diseases.
Limonene
Limonene is another prevalent terpene found in cannabis, as well as other plants like rosemary, juniper, and peppermint. It generates a powerful citrus aroma and is the dominant terpene found in citrus fruits such as lemons, limes, and oranges. It is a common ingredient used in cleaning formulas due to its refreshing smell and antibacterial properties.
Limonene has been found to energize, have mood-altering effects, and help relieve stress. It is an antifungal, and other plants use it as a natural insecticide to ward off predators. The terpene limonene may provide potential health benefits in protecting against cancer and has also been found to boost the immune system, aid in digestion, soothe acid reflux, and help with weight loss.
Humulene
Humulene is a terpene close in nature to caryophyllene and was previously classified as a-caryophyllene. Like its close relative, the terpene humulene releases an earthy aroma, with other aromatic compounds consisting of wood, herbal hops, and spice. Humulene is commonly found in beer, as well as other plants like ginseng and sage. Like many terpenes, humulene is found to aid in relaxation and tension relief, contains antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, and has shown medicinal properties of being anti-tumor and helping terminate cancer cells.
Linalool
Linalool is the terpene that gives lavender and chamomile their soothing, floral scents. It is found in other plants like roses and basil and is often used in cleaning products, skincare, and cosmetics due to its antimicrobial properties. The terpene linalool may help ease anxiety with its calming effects and is commonly used in essential oils for these therapeutic qualities. It is known to produce an analgesic effect and sedative effect, help with sleep and seizures, and can act as an anti-inflammatory and antidepressant.
Eucalyptol
Eucalyptol is a rare terpene found in the marijuana plant and is also found in other plants such as eucalyptus trees, bay leaves, cardamom, tea tree, and sage. It produces a refreshing mint aroma and has a cooling effect. Studies have shown that the terpene eucalyptol has several potential health benefits and may help with sinus infections and chronic pain, as well as decrease blood pressure and improve cognitive function for those with dementia. It is a common ingredient found in many brands of mouthwash and cough suppressants and has been found to help improve breathing issues like asthma and act as an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic.
There are plenty of reasons why Chemmy Jones is a cult classic
Beyond being a strain that tests above 25% THC, Chemmy Jones is absolutely terptastic. It's got the look, feel, taste, and aroma, and we are happy to call it one of The Source's signature strains. Come in and shop for Chemmy Jones today! The Source is proud to be the only cannabis dispensary in Arkansas to cultivate and sell In The Flow boutique cannabis.
The Source Team
January 7, 2025