The first thing you’ll immediately realize about Copia’s OGeez gummies, is that these aren’t just the best infused candies around--they are literally the best in the history of gummies (if anything you’ll have to fight the temptation to keep eating them)! These made-from-scratch, produced-to-order sweets are batched only when each dispensary makes an order, meaning they’re always fresh and juicy. Talk about giving Willy Wonka a run for his money.

We were excited to review the Orange Creamsicle flavor. Like other OGeez varieties (Watermelon, Tropical Mix and Raspberry Orange), the complex dichotomy on the palate was almost overshadowed by its…

If you’re like us, the name Tropicana Cookies doesn’t necessarily conjure images of a purple gumdrop-like flower smelling of Cascade hops. But then you have to realize these refined genetics combine the already-maddening exotica of Durban Poison and OG Kush of GSC (formerly Girl Scout Cookies) and the coastal skunk of Tangie, pretty-much pushing the envelope on flavor in this zinger of a sativa-leaning hybrid. We were super-excited to procure a sample of the strain grown by Aeriz (and stocked at local Oasis Dispensaries). 

The nugs were dense, true to their cookie lineage, bushy with dark violet leaves, bright orange…

There’s a reason you’ve probably never heard of Animal Roadkill #3: it is a completely rare phenotype, grown locally only (to our knowledge) by Epic Remedy, who were kind enough to grace us with a sample. The name and appearance had us conjecturing on the exact genetic makeup (we assume an Animal Cookies x Roadkill cross) but whatever the true background, one thing was true: this indica will glaze you over in the evening like a hot bath.

The small bright nugs were sprinkled with dark eggplant-colored splotches and littered with thick red hairs amidst a milky way of crystals…

This September marks the ten-year anniversary of one of Colorado’s finest establishments, A Cut Above. As pioneers, founded during the very first days of regulated cannabis, they offer a true refuge for the genuine cannabis connoisseur, with selection and atmosphere refined and perfected over the last decade. There's no B.S. here, no fluff. The bud is award-winning, and the customer service, worthy of our highest praise to those who reach out to Cannapages for store recommendations.

It can be difficult to choose a dispensary, especially when there's a handful nearby-- but here’s a secret: go where the locals go --…

Jungle Nugs are an unspoken part the Altitude Organic Medicine story; as far Colorado industry history goes, AOM created this White Widow derivative, and we believe them to be the only ones still growing it. The indica-leaning hybrid is a customer favorite -- and we got to see why: not only do the buds look like huge sponges rolled in sugar, but each puff delivers wacky euphoria as preamble to an hours-long vortex.

The buds were large and girthy, of dark neon flair, with bright cantaloupe stubble and glistening crystal cover. At first they smelled a little like grapefruit, but…

A sativa from legendary Grower Grand Daddy Purp, Bay 11 is an oft-overlooked gem that packs a huge punch, then lingers a long time in dizzying kaleidoscope of introspection. Our sample came by way of the local experts at Quality Choice, who recommend it for “an ability to relax the mind and body, while still keeping you energized and focused on the day's activities.” With a massive “relaxation” session, we CannaCritics put it to the test.

The buds were colorful and spongy, like a forest bed of mossy green, with “blasts of purple sun beams scattered in between.” Deep red…

With so many takes on GSC (formerly Girl Scout Cookies) we're always trying out new amalgamations, and we were jazzed to procure some Lemon Cookies from local staple, Three Rivers Organics. With Lemon Skunk in the lineage, the OG Kush essence from both parents  reaches the pinnacle of its spectacular metamorphosis here, from terps to effects like giddy happiness and laid-back floating. The result was a flamboyant, spaced out, gravity-free social hour unique all to its own signature high.

Our buds were plump and well-trimmed, notably technicolor--featuring splotches of deep purple--with bristly sandy brown stubble. A melange of various aromas…

Like a dessert jubilee comes the sentimental and brain-bending mayhem of Cactus Breath, a doppelganger Indica of both starry-eyed jouissance and deep undertow. The strain is known for strong long-lasting high on both sides of the cerebral/body spectrum, making for a quintessential summer strain. We were excited to review the local version found at Oasis Dispensaries grown by Abundant Organics, whose selection was particularly exploding with terpenes. 

The nuggets were huge and dense, absolutely blanketed with crystals, with a full beard of Baltic amber hairs. True to form, the strain combined the sweet and creamy Mendo Breath with the earthy…

Gorilla Glue #4 (GG4) is a sativa-dominant sucker-punch, not for the faint of heart. The strain, which gets its moniker from the resinous adhesive-like stickiness of its crystal cover, is a common top shelf selection at Colorado establishments but not one always done right. That’s one reason it was a treat to sample Epic Remedy’s crop, known for the tenacious potency, and we were not disappointed.  

   The buds were pale, dense but spongy, and well-trimmed. With bright orange hairs and a full mask of crystals, she’d been cured to perfection and the jar could barely hide it. She exploded with…

The process to create Ultra Refined Live Resin produces an immaculate and smooth product that makes you feel like you’re dabbing silk in Monte Carlo. Even better, it amplifies the purest of tastes from the bud, a thrilling palate when you’re talking about the lip-smacking berry Koolaid flavors of Cherry Cream Pie #5 and Purple Punch. Together they make an indica-dominant hybrid that is as delicious as it is powerful, and we were able to pick up a sample from Quality Choice.

We critics recognize both parents for their taste, but this was different. A bit like smelling the creamy…