4 Cannabis Strains That Have a Tropical Taste

Although winter is hopefully soon coming to an end, many Canadians may find themselves dreaming of warmer weather and sunny days. 

If the long cold, grey days have you down, make your cannabis choices help transport you to the beach, figuratively speaking. 

With more than 1,000 different marijuana strains in existence, finding one with the right aroma and flavour to meet your needs is no small task. To add a little of the tropics to your day, consider trying cannabis strains with a tropical taste and smell. 

What Gives Cannabis Strains Their Unique Attributes

To get the many different strains of marijuana available today, growers started cross-breeding different plants. By crossing two plants, growers can create a cannabis strain that features benefits from both. 

Although a plant’s parents do play a role in determining the taste and smell of a new strain, the makeup of cannabis plants themselves also determines the flower’s flavour profile. 

Every cannabis strain has its own unique terpene profile. So far, more than 100 different terpenes have been identified in the cannabis plant. The presence of specific terpenes helps dictate if a bud is fruity, sweet, or earthy. 

When it comes to tropical flavoured cannabis, the terpene called myrcene is likely to be found. Myrcene is found in various fruits, including tropical favourites like mangoes. So, it would make sense that it would be present in fruity cannabis strains as well. 

It is impossible for users to know what terpenes make up every marijuana bud they hope to try. However, the names of different flowers can clue users in on what to expect. Reviews from other users can also paint a picture of the smell and tastes a specific strain offers. 

What to Look at When Choosing a Strain

In addition to searching for cannabis strains that offer specific flavours, such as a tropical one, users also seek out cannabis that offers specific effects. For example, one user may want to try a strain that will help them relax but still allows them to go about their day. Others may be fine taking something at night before bed. 

To determine the potential effects of a marijuana strain, users will want to look at the type it is and its THC content. 

Cannabis flowers will be listed as indica or sativa, which is a good indicator of the effects users can expect.

Indica plants can either be pure indica (which is quite rare to find) or indica-dominant, meaning it is a hybrid, but effects tend to follow the indica line. Indica is generally better for relaxation, giving users a full-body high. It can also help stimulate the appetite and is ideal for nighttime use. 

Sativa, or sativa-dominant plants (again, finding a pure sativa may be hard to do), often have the opposite effect. These buds give users a feeling of euphoria and increase alertness. Users may find their energy levels rise, and they are more creative. Because of this, it’s best to take sativa plants during the day.

Next, users need to look at the THC content of a plant. THC is one of the hundreds of cannabinoids found in cannabis. This particular compound is responsible for getting users high. The higher the THC content in the cannabis plant, the stronger the high that you’d experience. 

CBD is also often noted. CBD is a cannabinoid, like THC, and helps users relax. Unlike THC, though, it does not get users high. In fact, many times, it is used to counteract or balance the effects of THC. 

4 Tropical Cannabis Strains to Try

If a trip to the tropics is on your mind, these cannabis strains can help you transport yourself there from the comfort of your home. 

• Orange Poison. A sativa-dominant strain, orange poison is known for energizing its users, offering an uplifted and talkative attitude. As its name suggests, Orange Poison has an orange, tangerine-like smell and flavour. Orange Poison has a high THC level, ranging from 22 to 25 percent. So, though it may take time to take effect, users can expect a strong high once it does. The most common side effect reported with this type of cannabis is dry mouth, so be sure to keep water handy after use.
• Mojito. Another sativa-dominant and high THC-content strain, Mojitos have been reported to taste like their namesake. Mojito users can expect to feel uplifted yet relaxed after taking it. 
• Pink Hawaiian. This cannabis strain is popular for offering a relatively mellow flavour but with a tangy and fruity smell. It, too, is sativa-dominant but with a relatively lower THC count than those previously listed. Pink Hawaiian’s THC is around 19 percent. Many users like Pink Hawaiian because it gives a mellower buzz than some other strains, making it a good potential flower for first-timers to try. 
• Purple Passion. This strain is an indica-dominant option. It is known for helping users gently relax, providing long-lasting effects. It offers a fruity aroma and a grape-like taste. Many users find purple passion a great option when it comes to needing some help to fall asleep. 

Other Ways to Get a Fruity Cannabis Fix

Smoking or vaping weed isn’t the only way to get a tropical experience from marijuana. Marijuana edibles are also an excellent option. 

Edibles such as gummy candies, CBD extracts, and even THC drink mixes are available in tropical, fruity flavours. From pineapple to grape and berry mixes, edibles offer an alternative way to get your tropical escape. 

Tropical Cannabis Strains

Cannabis with a fruity taste and aroma may be just what users need as these winter months drag on. Besides offering the effects marijuana is known to offer, these strains also provide a tropical scent, helping people transport to the tropics from the comfort of their homes. 

As always, keep in mind that everyone reacts to cannabis differently, so start your dose low and allow time for it to take effect before upping the amount you take.