Ayo, what’s good, my fellow smoke fam? It’s ya boy Dan, and we ’bout to dive deep into the dopest cannabis competition of the year, ya feel me? The Emerald Cup is back, and it’s now poppin’ in Oakland, where the vibes is fresh and the competition’s hotter than a summer day in L.A. This year’s lineup got a mix of new cats and some of our old-school favorites, so let’s break it down.
Flower Power: The Fire Strains You Gotta Try
Every year, dozens of buds hit the judges’ pipes, and this year was no different. The 2024 Cup had four categories for the growers, and we got the lowdown on the best of the best.
Indoor Winners
First up, we got Roswell 47 from Decibel Gardens, takin’ home the Indoor Flower Breeder’s Cup. This strain’s a mix of Jealousy and C-Note, and trust me, it hits just right with them peppered berry terps. You can scoop this fire at spots like Santa Cruz Naturals in Aptos, LAXCC in L.A., and Jungle Boys in San Diego.
Coming in hot right behind ‘em was Nameless Genetics with their Mega Wellness OG. This one’s a Chemdog x OG Kush hybrid that’s got that earthy, hoppy kick. You can find it chillin’ at Buzz Wellness in San Diego and Purple Lotus in San Jose.
And don’t sleep on Golden Kiwi from Decibel too, takin’ third place. This strain mixes Stardawg and Vanilla Kush for a fruity, energizing blast. Check it out at Jungle Boys San Diego or Exhalence LA.
Mixed Light and Greenhouse Vibes
Terp Mansion came through with an unnamed Thin Mint x Jealousy cross to take the Mixed Light crown. Only place you can peep this gem is at Bigfoot Cannabis Co in Willow Creek.
Now let’s talk about Blueberry Pancakes from Wave Rider Nursery and Humboldt Seed Co. They snagged the Mixed Light Breeder’s Cup and you can grab it at Cornerstone Wellness in L.A. and Liberty Cannabis in Gardena.
Sungrown Legends
When it comes to Sungrown, Rebel Grown’s Double OG Chem is the champ again, a straight-up legend in the game. You can pick this beauty up at Pacabol in Chula Vista and Padre Mu in Oakland.
Concentrates: The Sticky icky
Now let’s get into them concentrates, where the real magic happens. Huckleberry Hill Farms flexed with their Whitethorn Rose, takin’ the crown in the solventless category. You can cop it at Klover in San Diego and Berkeley Patients Group.
Have Hash came through heavy on the live rosin side, with their Honey Bananas makin’ waves. Find it at Cookies in Brentwood and Lytt in Pacifica.
Vapes and Prerolls: Puff Puff Pass
Vapes be hittin’ different, ya know? Shouts out to Arcata Fire x Ridgeline Farms for snatching podium spots with their Grape Gas sauce cart. You can find them flavors at a shop near you.
And if you in the mood for some prerolls, check out Holy Water and Good Pizza’s collab on a Fugazi x Tractor Fuel hash hole, it’s fire! Plus, Moon Valley Cannabis got those straight bud joints with Grape Gas hitting gold and bronze.
Edibles: Get Your Munchies Right
Last but not least, the edibles. Oui’d Confections teamed up with Huckleberry Hill Farms for that Blackberry Limeade Soft Chew, and it’s the bomb. If you got a sweet tooth, you gotta try the Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups from Emerald Sky.
Conclusion: Where to Cop These Fire Strains
So there you have it, fam! The 2024 Emerald Cup winners are stacked with some serious heat. Whether you lookin’ for the best flower, concentrates, edibles or vapes, California got you covered. Make sure to hit up these shops and get your hands on some of this legendary cannabis. Happy smokin’ and stay lifted!