By: Stephanie Maldonado
Cannabis today isn’t what it has always been. Today’s society supports the cannabis culture, respects that it is indeed a lifestyle.
Beyond the myriad of medicinal uses, cannabis use doesn’t have to get that deep. It can be simplified to uses such as boosting your energy and increasing your productivity.
These consumption goals are able to be reached due to the characteristics in the various strains’ terpenes.
Terpenes are essentially foundation ingredients that influence how a strain is received, being that of aroma, taste and effects.
Everyone reacts differently to cannabis and its various strains, be sure to research thoroughly before indulging and enjoy every high.
Best cannabis strains for getting things done
Allen Wrench
Cannabinoid Profile: Hybrid – Sativa Dominant (80/20) | 17-20% THC
Main Terpenes: Linalool
Kicking off the list with the ever so popular, Allen Wrench strain. This strain was named after the hex key tool produced by William G. Allen of Allen Manufacturing Company because like the hex key, Allen Wrench is the strain that keeps on giving.
Allen Wrench has an earthy, citrusy aroma that reveals what your taste buds are to experience.
While the taste does contain a hint of fruitiness, the most potent flavor is the deep-rooted, earthy undertone.
Allen Wrench isn’t necessarily the strain one seeks for flavor, it’s a popular strain due to its long lasting, positive effects. The high levels of linalool serve as a motivator, a vibe enhancer.
This is a strain that is frequently used to help treat depression and chronic fatigue through its energy boosters. Allen Wrench is sure to get you out of bed bright and early.
White Widow
Cannabinoid Profile: Hybrid – Sativa Dominant | 16% THC
Main Terpenes: Caryophyllene | Terpinolene | Humulene
This mainstream strain is often overlooked on it’s amazing qualities, White Widow.
Your bed will most definitely be the main widowed party in this person to cannabis equation as White Widow is a heavy duty energy booster. The aroma pulls you in on a musty, fruity note.
Your taste buds will jump around from meh to love in no time with this citrusy, earthy blend.
White Widow is known to enhance social skills and stimulate creativity. The strain is infused with caryophyllene, terpinolene and humulene, meaning that it serves as an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and as a stress reliever.
With all your medicinals in order, there literally isn’t an excuse to not finish your “to-do” list.
Maui
Cannabinoid Profile: Sativa | 17% THC
Main Terpenes: Limonene | Myrcene | Linalool
It is no surprise here that the Maui strain originated in The Aloha State. This citrousy, pineapple strain will leave you task driven and motivated.
Maui is a rare, heavy, head high strain. This strain is said to promote attentiveness and the ultimate focus.
Maui has an intricate blend of limonene, myrcene and linalool, the combination of such influences the Maui strain to serve as a medicinal and to produce mood boosters.
The limonene levels in this strain mean that Maui is infused with antioxidants. Overall, the Maui strain is awesome for slaying the day.
Cinex
Cannabinoid Profile: Sativa | 16% THC
Main Terpenes: Limonene | Caryophyllene
Next up on the list is the Cinex strain, the offspring of Cinderella 99 and Vortex. This strain has a sweet and sour feel to it, both in aroma and in taste.
Cinex is loaded with limonene and caryophyllene, meaning that this is a perfect strain for stress relief.
The Cinex high will provide you with an energetic boost and creativity. This strain is for sure a mood improver, an uplifter. This cinemax of a strain may cause a clear head for productivity.
Strawberry Cough
Cannabinoid Profile: Sativa | 17% THC
Main Terpenes: Caryophyllene
Strawberry Cough has earned it’s position on this productivity list due to it being a task handling, energy booster.
Naturally, Strawberry Cough both tastes and smells like strawberries. Although there is a hint of an earthy taste, that too is to be expected when thinking of strawberries.
This strain is a blend of Haze and Strawberry Fields. The smoke is thick and sweet with a high you crave.
Because this strain contains mainly caryophyllene, Strawberry Cough is able to get your productivity flowing by relieving your stress levels.
A definite recommendation for those seeking a social skill improvement and high levels of focus.
Green Crack
Cannabinoid Profile: Sativa | 17% THC
Main Terpenes: Pinene | Humulene
Green Crack, a potent, controversial strain sweeping the market due to its positive effects.
When first lit, Green crack is tangy and fruity, similar to that of the Mimosa strain. Green Crack provides a mental buzz of sharp energy and memory improvement.
This is due to the strain excelling in pinene, caryophyllene and humulene levels.
The high produced by Green Crack is active, leaving you ready to lace up your sneakers and plow through that afternoon run.
Durban Poison
Cannabinoid Profile: Sativa | 17% THC
Main Terpenes: Myrcene | Terpinolene
Number two on the list, the fan favorite, Durban Poison. While the name sounds ridiculously dangerous, this strain is only guilty of getting you going.
Named after the second largest city in South Africa, Durban Poison greets you with an earthy, citrusy and wood aroma that leads into a sweet, harsh-rooted taste.
This strain is well known due to its accessibility via most dispensaries. Durban Poison has the highest levels of myrcene and terpinolene.
The combination of the two leading a medicinal trail of anti-inflammatories, antibacterials and anti-cancer properties.
Durban Poison provides an active, head high of concentration. May the focus productify you.
White Buffalo
Cannabinoid Profile: Sativa | 19-25% THC
Main Terpenes: Myrcene | Caryophyllene
Featuring this article’s crème de la crème and main attraction, the White Buffalo strain.
This famously sought after, gem of a cannabis strain, is super hard to find and extremely rare. The scent of White Buffalo is said to be a tad musky.
Its taste earthy and woody with a very berry undertone and aftertaste. This strain contains high levels of both myrcene and caryophyllene, which means this strain is most frequently used medicinally as an anti-inflammatory and a stress reliever.
White Buffalo gives that of an energetic, wired high; guaranteed to get you on your feet and into a productive streak. It’s no wonder White Buffalo is a celebrity strain.
Before you jump into your next productivity binge, the key factor to remember here is that sativas are the main ingredient.
Indicas give off a body high whereas sativas produce a head high. Picture indica as a bedtime tea and sativa as a morning cup of Café Bustelo. Drink your tokes responsibly.
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Stephanie Maldonado is a writer who focuses on cannabis culture and lifestyle.