Reader: When It Comes to Pot, Donald Trump Is All Business

What will President-elect Donald Trump do about the 28 states that have legalized medical marijuana — and the eight, including Colorado, that have also approved recreational sales? Plenty of people have been asking that since the election, and last week regulatory attorney Tom Downey offered his opinion on these “interesting…

Ten Strains We’re Grateful for This Thanksgiving

While mom’s in the kitchen obsessing over her cranberry sauce and grandpa’s watching football on the couch, we’ll be upstairs taking a quick hit from one of our favorite strains. Whether you’re in the mood for the sour flavor of Super Lemon Haze or stanky smell of Girl Scout Cookies,…

Marijuana vs. Hemp: What’s the Difference?

Marijuana may be the main attraction for many in the cannabis world, but Colorado also leads the way in hemp cultivation. In fact, as of this week, there are approximately 400 active industrial hemp businesses registered with the state’s Department of Agriculture. Still, misconceptions around the differences (or lack thereof) between…

Why Colorado Tokers Love Bubbleberry

Well, that was an interesting start to November. While the country argued with itself and my Facebook feed became full of hot takes, misinformation and vitriol (don’t blame the media when you’re so good at getting it wrong all by yourself), I was ready to roast a bone and wait…

Ask a Stoner: How to Stay High on the Sly at Thanksgiving

Dear Stoner: I voted to legalize marijuana, but I’m getting tired of smelling pot around town, and this new law allowing people to smoke outside of their homes is only going to make it worse. Is all of Denver going up in smoke? Worried Dear Worried: The hope is that…

Chromic Con: Where Marijuana and Superheroes Collide

Cannabis and comic book culture collided this weekend at the third annual Chromic Con. On Saturday November 19, the Speakeasy Vape Lounge and Cannabis Club hosted the original marijuana-friendly comic book convention. People came dressed as their favorite fantasy characters, poured over comic books and graphic novels, and socialized while smoking their favorite herb.

Marijuana Breaks Sales Records in September

Even as other states legalize marijuana, cannabis continues to ring up record-breaking sales in Colorado. The cannabis industry accounted for $127.8 million in medical and recreational marijuana sales in September, according to newly released data from the Colorado Department of Revenue. This is the third month that shows unparalleled sales…

Denver’s Office on Marijuana Policy: The Next Steps for Social Use

Now that the count is finally completed and Denver voters have approved the social use of marijuana, here’s the question everyone’s asking: What happens next? The ordinance does not include a timeline that requires the city to start licensing businesses right away. Instead, Denver has a sixty-day window to create the…

Denver Social Pot Use Opponent Predicts Big Problems Implementing 300

Yesterday, proponents of Initiated Ordinance 300 declared victory for the measure,  which will create a pilot program to allow adults to consume cannabis in permitted private establishments such as bars and restaurants. But Rachel O’Bryan, who served as campaign manager for Protect Denver’s Atmosphere, the main organization opposing 300, is…

Why Colorado Tokers Love Chernobyl

Bestowing the right name on a strain has become more important than ever. Although not quite as pun-filled as the craft-beer or food-truck industries, the commercial marijuana business has so many colorful varieties that a boring moniker really stands out among the Alaskan Thunderfucks and Cantaloupe Kushes of the world…

Social Consumption Coming to Denver, as 300 Officially Passes

It took nearly a week for the results to be finalized, but it’s official: Denver voters have approved the social cannabis use initiative on the November 8 ballot. “The voters of Denver have once again spoken and decided to adopt a sensible, new approach to marijuana policy,” says I-300 proponent…

Top Ten Things to Know About Terpenes

Want to design your own high? Pay attention to the newest area of cannabis research: terpenes. These essential oils give each cannabis strain the unique smell, flavor and taste that you’ve come to love (or hate). Terpenes also offer special medicinal and therapeutic benefits that help with everything from insomnia…