The overwhelming citrus smell that I get when opening a Super Lemon Haze Jar is a powerful experience. Crystal covered buds have a sweet, tart and sticky lemonade smell. The first time I inhale, it tastes like lemon meringue, light, sweet and with a distinct lemon flavor. I smiled a few seconds after. I am energized, uplifted and eager to talk. It’s time to socialize.
Cannabis has a reputation for being a drug that is not recommended when socializing. Many people avoid marijuana use in social situations because some strains can make them feel sleepy or anxious. Cannabis has a wide range of effects. While some strains make you hide behind a wall rather than talk to your friends, other are great party companions, causing you to be relaxed, energetic and talkative. This is all due to the cannabinoid and terpene profile of the cannabis plant. Some strains promote prosocial tendencies, while others can increase anxiety or make you tired. Finding the right strains to promote social tendencies is key. These are the top social strains.
Super Lemon Haze
Smokers love the zippy energy of this sweet-sour sativa. This citrusy taste not only has a great flavor but it is also indicative of a high limonene terpene content. The terpene is well-known for its energizing, relaxing and uplift effects. Sativas with limonene are a good choice if you find cannabis sleepy.
Hawaiian
Hawaiian is a popular strain of sativa that’s great for socializing. The strong aroma of this strain has notes like pineapple, passionfruit, and guava. It will make you feel as if you have just arrived on a tropical paradise. It has a sweet and light flavor, with some fruity notes. However, the most relaxing and joyful high comes from the beautiful buds. This strain is described as being euphoric and talkative. It contains a blend of terpenes such as pinene and limonene. Pinene helps with focus and alertness, while myrcene has calming properties. Hawaiian is sure to make everyone smile.
ACDC
ACDC is an earthy, woody sativa with pine notes. This social, clear-headed strain is known as a 20:1 CBD/THC blend and for its relaxing effects. The THC levels in most strains are high, which can lead to increased anxiety. If you find yourself to be more anxious after smoking a THC-heavy strain, try a sativa like ACDC that’s rich in CBD, as CBD counteracts this anxiety — leaving you relaxed and ready to mingle.
Cabbage Patch
Cabbage patch is a sweet, but tart, sativa dominant hybrid. This flower contains THCV – a cannabinoid, which helps to reduce the anxiety that THC can cause. While THCV provides all the energizing effects and euphoric feelings of THC it can also be used to reduce anxiety. Cabbage Patch is a great party drug that leaves you feeling energetic, relaxed and giggly.
Afgoo
Afgoo will provide a social high for indica lovers. This sweet flower has a hint of earthiness with notes like pine and berry. Afgoo, which contains high amounts of myrcene is a relaxing strain that leaves me happy, loving and warm. The strain makes a great companion for time spent with family and friends.
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