It wasn’t long ago that cannabis was illegal in New York. When the state's prohibition ended in March of 2021, cannabis speakeasies began to sprout. Emerald has compiled a list of some of the top NYC cannabis speakeasies consumers can go to stop by and get high. Happy Munkey, co-founded by Vladimir Bautista and Ramon Reyes, was one of the first to start the NYC cannabis … [Read more...] about Top 10 NYC Cannabis Speakeasies
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Does Your Budtender Know What’s Best for You?
Have you ever had a budtender introduce you to one of your favorite products? Or one that didn’t understand what you were looking for? You’ve probably experienced both. Two experienced budtenders share their perspective on the knowledge behind modern budtenders, address how budtenders can combat or contribute to cannabis use stigma, and even share some advice for those … [Read more...] about Does Your Budtender Know What’s Best for You?
The Unethical Truth About Some Cannabis Farms
While there are a number of cannabis farms that are ethically sourced and cultivated, that isn’t the case for all. Illegal cultivation, forced labor, and human trafficking are all unethical practices that continue to take place on certain farms to this today. Just last year, The Associated Press reported on a ranch in Southern Oregon that was involved in unethical … [Read more...] about The Unethical Truth About Some Cannabis Farms
House of Kush: A Brand Based on Legacy Cannabis
By Julia Meyer Founded in 2021, the cannabis brand House of Kush, formerly known as Bubba Kush, was founded to carry on the legacy of the famous Bubba Kush and OG Kush cannabis strains. Today, the wellness company is focused on changing the narrative of cannabis. House of Kush acts as a licensing company, working in California with the oldest cannabis … [Read more...] about House of Kush: A Brand Based on Legacy Cannabis
Using Crystals for the Optimal Cannabis Experience
Assorted Crystals, Photo Credit: Julia Meyer Similar to cannabis, for centuries healing and mystical practices used crystals. These beautiful wonders of nature are both growing in the ground and come in a variety of forms and colors. When used in conjunction with each other, crystals and cannabis have the potential to amplify each other’s healing and metaphysical … [Read more...] about Using Crystals for the Optimal Cannabis Experience