The Review Process

To better understand our strain breakdowns, please review our methodology and the terminology used for tagging.

Methodology

WELCOME! Colorado Cannabis Connoisseur (CCC Culture) is here to review cannabis strains all across Colorado and beyond. We take cannabis culture very seriously, while having lots of fun providing reviews as often as possible for your entertainment, enjoyment, and potential buying interest.

Every review will be honest, consistent, and based on subjective opinions. We plan to assess every strain fairly and carefully to the best of our abilities. Our process includes clearing the palette prior to tasting, rolling a joint in an all-natural paper (hemp or rice), and reflecting on the effects of each strain (cultivar) in a variety of settings, on multiple occasions to test various flavors and effects.

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Terminology

The long history of cannabis culture comes with a hefty list of terms we've developed to describe the various flavors and effects we experience in cannabis products. For that reason, we created a guide for the review language we use to tag products that have similar traits. The listed terms for flavors and effects are below.

Tags used for similar effects:

#BodyHigh

Indicates when your whole body feels a heaviness to it, often associated with fatigue and/or couch lock.

#Brainlock

Means you’re having difficulty thinking or being creative. Hard to generate clear thoughts.

#CareFree

Absent of anxiousness and stress. Relief from troubling thoughts.

#Comical

Commonly associated with being humorous or abundant in laughter. Increased sense of humor.

#Conversational

Some might call it chatty or talkative, but this trait increases the gift of gab.

#Creative

Generating unique ideas, thinking outside of the box, seeing problems differently.

#Creeper

The effects take longer than usual to be experienced. The feeling of the strain takes a while to set in.

#Energetic

Feeling an extra sense of stimulation or invigoration, increased energy.

#EvenKeeled

Often referred to as balanced, this trait makes you feel level-headed, calm, clear.

#Euphoric

Blissful, full of joy, happy about the current situation. Enhanced mood.

#Focused

Ability to concentrate your thoughts on a specific purpose. Attentive to detail. Keen awareness.

#HeavySedation

Sleepy, tired, feeling the need to sit down and relax somewhere. Hesitant to move around.

#ModerateSedation

Not quite sleepy or seemingly immobile, but enough to slow your normal pace. Comfortably laid-back.

#Paranoid

Feelings of anxiousness or irrational fear. Sensitive to unknown environments or situations.

#Productive

Ability to complete work or tasks efficiently.

#Relaxation

Overall feeling of calmness and serenity, but not to be confused with fatigue.

#Scatterbrain

Difficulty concentrating on a single task, easily distracted, lack of focus.

#Uplifting

Often referred to as upbeat, this attribute indicates rejuvenation, or elevated motivation.

#Vibrant

Projecting confidence, a smooth demeanor. Personable, highly spirited or lively.

#ZonedOut

Some might call it being spaced out or a space case. Absent minded, daydreaming, lost in thought.

Tags used for similar flavors:

#BakedGoods

Associated with flavors such as bread, dough, sugar cookies, cakes, or sweet pastry.

#Candy

Often resembles a specific candy mentioned in the review, often with a more intense flavor than sweet/fruity. Think processed sugar or fructose related flavors.

#Cheese

May range from a light, off-putting dairy or rotten milk-like aroma, to a pungent/loud funky cheese aroma.

#Chocolate

Several varieties of chocolate may be referenced such as cocoa, milk chocolate, dark chocolate etc.

#Cinnamon

Mostly self-explanatory, and rarely used, this tag may indicate similar flavors like cardamom or allspice.

#Citrus

One of the most recognizable profiles in cannabis. Includes lemons/limes, oranges, and grapefruit among others.

#Dank

Often associated with pungent, musty, rank, zesty or foul smelling strains. The classic odorous OG.

#Dill

Resembling dill seeds or dill pickles. Notable brightness and sharpness like the actual plant.

#Earthy

Some associate this characteristic with dirt or grass. Think raw root vegetables like potatoes or mushrooms.

#Floral

May include the likeness of jasmine, lavender, rose or chamomile among other flowers.

#FreshVegetables

This flavor is often associated with cucumbers, leafy greens, or other raw vegetables.

#Fruity

May include any fresh fruit flavors (berries, melons, apples etc.) aside from citrus, as citrus is its own category.

#Gassy

Often referred to as diesel or petro, this aroma is associated with fuel. Tends to be loud and pronounced.

#Herbal

Basil, lemongrass, oregano, sage, and rosemary are often referenced herbs for this tag along with tea flavors.

#Hoppy

The bitter flavor associated with beer, derived from hops.

#Mint

Self-explanatory, but may range in intensity from subtle, fresh mint to peppermint candy.

#Nutty

Could range from nuts, to items derived from nuts like nutmeg or nut-based butters.

#Pine

Often referenced with juniper or any evergreen shrub or tree flavor.

#Rubber

This flavor profile may also be associated with tires, burnt rubber, or grease/greasiness.

#Sage

Self-explanatory, but may range from fresh sage brush to dried sage seasoning.

#Savory

Often referred to as umami, this flavor profile is commonly associated with cooked meats, soy sauce, and mushrooms. Complex in nature.

#Sour

May also be referred to as tart or bitter. Acidic-like sensations.

#Spice

Commonly interchangeable with peppery.

#Sweet

Often used when describing strains with a cane sugar or generally sweet flavor.

#Vanilla

The classic flavor you know from ice cream and extracts. Vanilla beans.

#Woody