Most Popular Cannabis Strains with Millennials
Millennials are blazing a trail in the world of cannabis strains. Move over, avocado toast, there’s a new obsession in town — and it’s green, sticky, and aromatic. Millennials are flocking to cannabis in droves, and they have their unique flavor profile when it comes to strains that are reshaping the new variety of strains cultivated around the United States.
The types of cannabis strains that are popular among millennials in Michigan, based on industry trends and data show that millennials tend to prefer strains with higher THC levels and unique flavors, such as fruit and dessert-inspired strains. Strains that promote relaxation or creativity are also in favor, however, that always was. Including a particular choice and preference for vapes and concentrates over flowers.
While Blue Dream and OG Kush still reign supreme in the hearts of cannabis enthusiasts of all ages, millennials have a taste for something a bit more…exotic!
They’re looking for buds with flavors that would make Willy Wonka jealous.
We’re talking peanut butter, chocolate chip cookies, fruits, cakes — you name it. These hip young adults have a refined palate and won’t settle for anything less than the dankest, most delicious buds around. Sorry OG’s, but the new kids on the block demand top-notch quality and flavors that never existed in our underground world.
While the OG’s may be feeling overwhelmed with the sheer volume of choices in the new exotic strains, they can at least console themselves with the fact that they were the original trailblazers of the cannabis world.
It’s an exciting time for cannabis enthusiasts as we’re experiencing a renaissance of flavors and potency. Thanks to the masterful cultivators, we have an abundance of new strains to enjoy, each with unique taste and terpene profiles.
Whether you’re a seasoned smoker or a newbie, there’s always something to explore and discover. So roll up, sit back, and savor the fruits of this renaissance in weed flavors and potency with the most popular cannabis strains in Michigan over the past 90 days.
The Cannabis Strains Everyone Wants
Gelato — a sweet and fruity hybrid strain with a high THC content. Relaxing and uplifting high, however, Gelato is so popular it’s been bred with a multitude of names. The original is a 55% Indica with 45% Sativa hybrid crossing sunset sherbet with thin mint girl scout cookies strain. Insanely delicious flavor that is like fruity sherbet, blueberry, and orange and smells a lot like a lavender berry. Even with the Indica dominant, there’s a euphoric head high that arrives, slowly leading into a nice-creeping body buzz. Gelato is loved for these balanced effects, giving you the best of both worlds minus any couch lock.
Wedding Cake — A dessert-inspired hybrid strain with a sweet vanilla and earthy flavor that’s euphoric while relaxing the body. Be warned, this strain has a very high THC content above 25% on average. It leans Indica dominant with 40% sativa to round it out. This cross came from Triangle Kush and Animal Mints but there is also another strain that’s a mix of Cherry Pie and Girl Scout Cookies. This is an intense euphoric high that many have said comes with a “hyper-awareness” of surroundings and a burst of fast-paced thoughts. Even when the Indica effects kick in, the cerebral buzz continues. This one gives you the giggles. It will literally melt anxiety away.
Sunset Sherbet — A hybrid strain with a sweet and fruity flavor that offers a relaxing and equally uplifting high. It’s hard to imagine with an 85% Indica dominant strain; however, this cross between Girl Scout Cookies and Pink Panties provides the best of both worlds. It smells a lot like berries and oranges in flower form but is a bit harsher when sparked up. This one’s a creeper and perfectly suited to creatives in a brainstorming ‘sesh due to its dreamy effects. Imaginations are gifted full license and those with annoying arthritic pains find relief.
Do-Si-Dos: A 70% Indica hybrid created by crossing the potent Girl Scout Cookies with Face Off OG. There’s a sweet minty cookie flavor that some describe as smelling a little bit like Fruity pebbles that is so delicious it makes you want more but you better be careful. Do-Si-Dos is powerful, coming in at 28–30% THC. The high hits pretty fast and hard with a rush of euphoric energy that fades rather quickly into the body and deep introspection in your thoughts. Once it moves into the body that leaves you feeling semi-sedated and utterly couch-locked snuggling your perfect blanket. Plan your snacks and settle in for a binge-watch of your favorite show; if you can, stay focused enough to get to it before being distracted by some other shiny object or a deep thought about the universe. This one leaves you lost in time giggling about being lost in time.
Blueberry Kush — a classic Indica that’s potent with a sweet and fruity flavor. This is for chillaxing and calming.
Pineapple Express — It’s classic; not new, yet still being heavily consumed. This 60% sativa dominant hybrid comes with a major reputation. Expect a fruity, tropical, and downright citrusy flavor. It’s a perfect combination of mind and body buzz. This is an energetic, creatively fueled, and uplifting high that relieves mild body aches and pains at the same time. This should be on every creative person’s list.
Mimosa — A hybrid strain that’s 70% sativa/30% Indica with a sweet and sour tropical citrusy flavor that provides that happy daytime, energizing and euphoric but also allows you to maintain a laser-sharp focus. This is a cross between Clementine and Purple Punch which literally smells like sweet citrus and a sunny day. It truly is light, refreshing, and uplifting as a mimosa drink. Zero feels in the body at all. Truly a wake-n-bake, getting stuff done strain.
Purple Punch — An indica-dominant powerhouse of a strain that was created by crossing Granddaddy Purp and Larry OG. It’s like being in a vineyard of sweet grapes and berries. OG’s be warned, it packs a powerful punch suited best for hours of relaxing and a sedating high. It’s said to be great for pain and insomnia also.
Larry OG- Hot in the Mitten state. Also called, Lemon Larry. It is an Indica dominant hybrid coming straight out of Orange County. It’s a loud and pungent lemon with, an earthy sweet aroma. It’s got a sweet taste that reminds you of those little tiny oranges except this one comes with 24% THC. It gives giggles, is sedative, and relaxes the body but if you overdo it, you can get headaches.
LA Kush Mintz- When you cross Bubba Kush and the hybrid Animal Mints you end up with an award-winning, cultural phenomenon. It’s a 50% hybrid of Indica to sativa. The strain that’s selling like crazy in Michigan is by Sapphire Farms. Super potent with a 22–24% THC level that has a fabulous minty taste that has a hint of coffee and cookies! It smells like sweet woods and coffee but can make you sleepy if you aren’t too careful. It is said to calm cerebrally, then a sense of deep relaxation that spreads outwards through your limbs making for a calm mind and body. People with chronic pain have really benefited from this strain.
Peanut Butter Breath- Mendo breath and Do-Si-Dos make up the cross in this super potent hybrid that hits the body and sedates you. Limonene is the dominant terpene that along with the parents created a nutty, earthy, peanut buttery taste and smell. Get ready for liftoff with this strain that’s like a rocket to the giggly galaxy!
It hits your head like a cosmic explosion of euphoria, leaving you feeling exhilarated and ready for liftoff. But don’t worry, the adventure doesn’t stop there — this strain takes you on a looong journey to a meditative state of chill where all your pains vanish into thin air. Just make sure you’ve stocked up on snacks before embarking on this interstellar trip because the munchies will hit you like a meteor shower! You’ll be glued to your couch, not wanting to make any quick store runs, as you float through the cosmos of bliss with this heavenly strain.
It’s important to note that preferences for cannabis strains can and always do vary among individuals, and some may prefer strains with lower THC levels or different flavor profiles and effects, however, the data from multiple sources, trailing 90-day sales and a survey by BDS Analytics market research firmly all point to these particular strains.
Keep in mind too, that each state has its own unique cultivators and strains that you won’t find anywhere else. (Until you do.) And let’s not forget about Snoop Dogg’s famous brand of ganja out in California.
Trust me, if you haven’t smoked Snoop’s stash, you haven’t lived. So, whether you’re an OG or a millennial, there’s no shortage of buds to try in this renaissance of flavors and potency.
