The Best Strains for Vaping

Indica for the Night

The beauty of the cannabis plant lies within its contrasting versatility. A true cornucopia of assorted flavors and smells makes the cannabis plant fit for the true connoisseur. When it comes to the Indica strain, no other type is better suited for the medical patient. Everything from insomnia, anxiety, and pain relief will seek solace with an Indica strain.

The OG’s, Kush’s, Purp’s and other famous names to grace the Indica category are world renowned for their powerful effects on the body. All are of Indica-dominant backgrounds and are made specifically for occasions of winding down and calming the mind and body. A short plant, Indicas are broad-leafed and produce the fattest buds.

Aside from edibles, users will find that vaping these strains are much better in terms of effect and delivery when used in a vape. Medical patients in specific will find using vapes such as the Titan 1, Titan 2, and E-CLIPSE to be highly efficient in taking advantage of an Indica’s unique flavor and terpene profile. Perfect for getting a good night’s rest, Indica’s remain one of the most popular and accessible varieties.

Sativa for the Day

Users who require a pick-me-up in the morning will find the energy they need in a Sativa strain. Haze is the name used for this thin-leafed variety and is often the longest in terms of height and flowering time. Known for producing modest amounts of buds, today’s Sativas are bred to be packed with high amounts of THC.

Complex in aromas and terpene profiles, Sativas are the sweetest tasting and produce the most cerebral and energetic highs. This makes them less suitable for sensitive and inexperienced users. While Sativas are known to be the most sociable of the cannabis varieties, medical patients will find relief from depression and anxiety in the right amounts.

Because Sativas tend to be very strong in their effects, less is often more in terms of consumption. While the same can be said about a strong Indica, first-time users will find that using a vape such as the AGO will be more than adequate to introduce and transition the user to acclimate to the stronger varieties in time.

Hybrids for Life

While finding a pedigreed strain such as an Indica or Sativa can be ideal for a specific ailment, the majority of strains will fall under the happy medium of a hybrid variety. These are strains that may have more dominant characteristics of either Indica or Sativa, though remain the most popular due to their combination of being stoned and blazed at the same time. Yes, there is a difference!

While it could be argued that these terms are interchangeable under the influence of a hybrid strain, the fact remains that when one is stoned, they are experiencing the body-high of an Indica. When one is blazed however, they are referring to the effects of a Sativa strain. In either case, hybrids remain the best in terms of versatility and effects.

The plants themselves can take on characteristics of both Indicas and Sativas, making them convenient to grow. Examples would be having a short Indica plant with a high THC concentration. Hybrids are also the most ideal when it comes to making concentrates like wax and oil. Having a vape like the SteamCloud Box Mod for example can accommodate every vaping modality from dry herbs to oil concentrates, making it perfect for a hybrid strain.

Some of the Best Strains

Here is a short list comprising some of the most famous and classic strains that are perfect for today’s modern vape user. With literally thousands of strains nowadays, this is in no way a complete list, though these are some of the most well-known and feature winners of the infamous Cannabis Cup:

Indica

White Widow

An old-school winner of the High Times Cannabis Cup in 1995, White Widow is an Indica-dominant strain of Brazilian crossed with South Indian genetics. Its effects are described as having a relaxing body effect that turns into a bursting Sativa high. Perfect for the cannabis connoisseur.

Bubba Kush

Another award-winning strain, Bubba Kush is a cross between Bubble Gum and Kush. Relaxing and long-lasting, this strain is 80% Indica and features one of the medically sought body effects of pain relief. Bubba Kush won 1st place in the Treating Yourself Medical Cup of 2010.

Chemdog

A cross between OG Kush and Sour Diesel, Chemdog boasts an incredibly high THC content of over 21%! Taking 2nd place at the C-420 Growers Cup in 2008, this strain has a narcotic effect with a strong alteration to perceptual awareness. A long-lasting Indica, Chemdog remains popular to this day.

Sativa

Super Silver Haze

Undoubtedly one of the most famous strains in the world, Super Silver Haze took 1st place consecutively for 3 years at the High Times Cannabis Cup in 97, 98, and 99. A cross between Skunk, Northern Lights, and Haze, Super Silver Haze has a strong, fast-hitting and long-lasting effect.

Super Lemon Haze

One of the strongest Sativa varieties on the market, this is a cross between Lemon Skunk and Super Silver Haze. Users might find this one a bit too powerful, though it balances both a cerebral and body high. 1st place winner of the High Times Cannabis Cup in 2008, 2009, and the Seattle Medical Cup of 2012.

Hawaiian Snow

Boasting an incredible 23% of THC, Hawaiian Snow is a cross between Hawaiian Sativa and Laos genetics. A very uplifting and social high that creeps up slowly and lasts a long time, Hawaiian Snow has a distinct pineapple flavor and is a 1st place Cannabis Cup winner in 2003.

Hybrid

Jack Herer

A classic strain with awards that are too numerous to mention, Jack Herer is a cross between Haze and Red Skunk. A long-lasting high on both mind and body, Jack Herer is medicinally effective in pain management and appetite stimulation. Perfect for the medical patient.

Train Wreck

A legendary clone-only strain with USA genetics from Arcata, California, Train Wreck is a stimulating and creative high that evolves into a very intense and stoned feeling after a few minutes. Very long-lasting with a THC content of over 22%.

Lemon Skunk

Perfect for any vape, the citrusy flavor of this Skunk and Citral crossbreed creates a long-lasting stoned effect that creeps high and then turns into a full body effect. 1st place winner of Highlife in 2007, Lemon Skunk has a very strong citrus aroma.