RiverBluff Hemp Drink Goes MG for MG Against Cannabis Quencher (CQ) Drink on YouTube! 

RiverBluff Hemp Drink Goes MG for MG Against Cannabis Quencher (CQ) Drink on YouTube! 

RiverBluff’s Bluff Pops got their moment to shine when the 50mg hemp-derived THC Punch Pop was matched against 2 25mg recreational dispensary drinks from CQ in a head-to-head comparison on the YouTube channel Cannabis Critique. Cannabis Critique is an experienced cannaconsumer and decided to see how comparable the two products were. RiverBluff looked forward to this challenge and accepted it post haste to find out what an independent source would say about how their drinks stacked up against traditional dispensary drinks.  Though he enjoyed the high of both drinks, he made key points about how RiverBluff may be the better option. To see exactly what was said, you’ll have to watch the full video here. 

RiverBluff is extremely proud of its Bluff Pops. Cannabis Critique tried a pretty hefty 50mg Punch Pop which may not be for everyone. No worries though! It is also available it 10mg! Not only that but all our flavors come in both 50mg and 10mg and soon to be 4mg options. That’s right RiverBluff brings more than one flavor to the table! Besides our Punch Pop, there is also a RiverBluff Grape Pop and a Coconut Lime Pop. The Grape Pop is suited for a lazy nostalgic day and our Coconut Lime Pop is perfect for a beach day with friends. All our RiverBluff’s Pops are made with water-soluble THC for a fast-acting result with little to no cannabis flavor. These drinks have summertime written all over them! Pick yours out now!  SIGN UP for our email list to stay up to date on all the latest deals and articles provided by RiverBluff Collective

Strain of the Month: Sundae Driver 

Strain of the Month: Sundae Driver 

It’s Sundae Not Sunday! Who Knew? 

At RiverBluff Collective, we’ve seen strains come and go, but some stand out from the rest. Sundae Driver, often misnamed Sunday Driver, lives up to its name in both cases. It is relaxing like a lazy Sunday afternoon and a sweet blissful treat after an outstanding meal like a Sundae. This strain was developed by the crazy crew of cats over at Cannarado Genitics in Colorado but has made its way throughout the country, finding itself in many dispensaries and cannabis breeding and grow rooms. Sundae Driver only traces its roots back to the 2010s but has already produced amazing offspring of its own like Driving Miss Daisy. Sundae Driver always stands out in the crowd. Its bag appeal is amazing, its smell and taste are otherworldly, and effects are on point for every variety of consumer. So, kick back in the cut, fire one up, and let’s learn about some weed stuff! 

The Basics 

Sundae Driver is generally a balanced hybrid, but the plant can find itself leaning indica or sativa on occasion. Even when leaning slightly one way or the other, it doesn’t affect the overall enjoyment of the strain. Connarado Genetics developed the strain by crossing two sweet, considered dessert, strains in Fruity Pebbles OG and Grape Pie. The result was a sweet strain that wasn’t overpowering and suited for all. It doesn’t come with the highest THC count in the world, but it does come with all the flavor! Its unique flavor profile has been what made it a mainstay on shelves and how it made its name in breeding programs. There is no denying Sundae Driver is here to stay.  

Bag Appeal 

The dominant terpenes in Sundae Driver are Limonene, Caryophyllene and Humulene. This terpene profile gives Sundae Driver an aroma of fruity ice cream and slight earthy hints of dark chocolate. When smoked you can taste floral notes, mixed berry, and a touch of diesel. It grows in many variations, so buds can range in color from light green to darker purples. The look, smell, and taste of this strain give Sundae Driver a tremendous bag appeal that cannot be ignored. Check out RiverBluff Collective’s terpenes blog for a more detailed overview of all the terpenes. 

Effects 

Smoking Sundae Driver gives you the best of both worlds, indica and sativa, and blends them together to make a strain few can complain about. It comes with a heavy body high and a general relaxation of the mind like an indica. It is also known to enhance creativity and provide you with a euphoric feeling of happiness. This is definitely a strain for any time-of-day. It rarely disappoints! 

Should You Try It? 

Sundae Driver is new royalty among dessert strains and that has made it very popular for consumers, retailers, and growers alike. For those who love dessert strains, Sundae driver may be the cream of the crop. For those who don’t, let Sundae Driver try to change your mind. No matter what side of the dessert fence you are on, this strain is a can’t miss. Much like its ice cream name’s sake, even when it is bad it is still pretty good! Though we don’t have it on our website, you can stop into our East Dubuque, IL location and grab a preroll today. Or look at our hemp-derived edibles and drinks! We hope you enjoyed this article. If you’d like to see more like it and all the latest deals SIGN UP for our email group to stay in the know. 

The 4th of July and Pets: How to Soothe Their Nerves 

The 4th of July and Pets: How to Soothe Their Nerves 

As summer approaches and the 4th of July grows near, the use of firecrackers and fireworks increases dramatically. We are out later at night and live to light up the dark skies! We barbecue and have family gatherings to celebrate our families and country, but our pets don’t know what we are celebrating, and the loud noises can cause panic attacks in some pets. When preparing to celebrate this summer, remember to think of your four-legged fury companion! There are many ways CBD can help your dog this 4th of July season. So, let’s kick back in the cut, fire one up, and learn about some pet stuff. 

There are two main factors that contribute to pet anxiety during the summer: 

  1.  The explosions on the 4th  
  1. The separation anxiety caused by us spending more time outside without them

These problems are unavoidable. Even if you don’t light off fireworks, someone else certainly will. With nice weather, social calendars can fill up quickly and have your pet feeling ignored.  Loud noises while you’re not home can cause even further anxiety. Luckily, there are ways to combat that anxiety with hemp-derived products for pets. 

There has been anecdotal evidence that CBD can help your pet. We say anecdotal because few studies on CBD’s effects on pets exist and sadly, it is not much better with humans. The first and most prominent study on the effects of CBD on pets was performed in a 2017 Cornell University study and showed the benefits that CBD had on treating arthritis in dogs. Using that study, some veterinarians have used it to correlate it treat other issues found in both pets and humans. Our customers have been extremely positive about their experiences treating their pets with CBD. The average dosage for pets is debated but most say it is roughly 0.40mg per pound but you can always use a conversion calculator

If you’ve been considering CBD for your pet, there is no better time to try it than the 4th of July season. RiverBluff carries CBD for pets and tinctures for humans can also be dosed down for pets. Unfortunately, these products aren’t available in our online store, but you can stop into our East Dubuque IL location and talk to one of our wonderful budtenders to see if CBD might be right for your pet. To stay up to date with all the latest deals and articles be sure to SIGN UP for our email group today! 

How 7/10 Came to be Celebrated 

How 7/10 Came to be Celebrated 

Dispensaries are flooded during your typical holiday weekend. Afterall, cannaconsumers love to celebrate! Those who love cannabis have even founded their own holidays. Almost everyone knows that 4/20 is the unofficial national weed day, but do you know about 7/10 the unofficial National Dab Day? 7/10 hasn’t been celebrated as long as 4/20 but it grows in popularity year after year. We’re going to take a deeper look into 7/10 and its humble rise from street slang into the average cannaconsumer vocabulary. So, let’s kick back in the cut, fire one up and learn about some holiday weed stuff.  

Where Did It Come From? 

Did you know, 710 spun 180 degrees spells OIL?! Oil has been associated with cannabis concentrates longer than any other slang term as hash oil is one of the first known uses of cannabis concentrates. 710 would then become a slang term for dabs by street dealers and enter the Urban Dictionary in 2010. In 2011, Rap star TaskRok of Highly Educated began to use the term in interviews and in conversation with other artists. That same year he released an album under the group Task & Linus titled The Movement full of cannabis references, including the song 7:10. He was very vocal about the benefits of dabbing while downplaying the benefits of traditional smoking. Without a doubt, dabbing exploded in popularity between 2010 and 2013.  

Why Did It Become Celebrated? 

As all things cannabis became more accepted and grew in popularity, those who are active in cannabis culture naturally sought out more days to celebrate our culture. 7/10 didn’t really become celebrated until 2013 when LA Weekly dropped an article titled 7/10 Is the New 4/20. The term 710 was spreading with its newfound notoriety, even 420 glass cleaner released a new formula for oil rigs called 710. Now, 710 was visible in most smoke shops and people began to ask questions and wanted to become educated on its history. The more dabbing grew in popularity, the quicker cannaconsumers took to own 7/10 as another one of our cherished holidays. Today 7/10 is almost as well-known as 4/20 when it comes to green holidays and shows no signs of slowing down! 

And So, We Dab 

So, on 7/10 we dab. We dab together to be social and celebrate the wonderful culture we all live in, a onetime counterculture that is now just culture. With that said, you should probably get stocked up for the holiday and boy do we have some recommendations! Unfortunately, we don’t carry any oils on the site, but you can stop into our East Dubuque location and try our amazing THC-A Badder. The selection is ever changing but the Vanilla Frosty is to die for! Don’t worry, if you aren’t a dabber, carts are oil too so you can still join in the festivities. Not sure what to pick and need more information, just check out this Dabs: The Sleeping Giant of THC Products article. No matter what your plans are for 7/10, take a moment and reflect on how far the world has come to celebrate a day like it and enjoy the holiday. If you want to stay up to date on the latest deals and article SIGN UP for our free email group. 

4 Things to Remember When Vaping This Summer 

4 Things to Remember When Vaping This Summer 

Summertime, and the livin’ is easy. Fish are jumpin’ and the cotton is high. That’s right summertime is back and that means sun times and fun times. Let’s say that the cotton won’t be the only thing that is high. Cannaconsumers are on the move during the summertime. There are hikes to be had, boats or tubes to be floated on, the warm crisp summer air to fill your nose, and strains to be smoked. With the rampant pace to enjoy summer while it lasts, many cannaconsumers rely on vaping to fill their needs due to their discreet and easy use in almost every situation. Yet, their convenience comes with some caveats. Here are four things to remember when vaping this summer. 

Vape Carts are 2/3 Mogwai 

Summer brings with it lovely sunshine and wild wet outdoor adventures. However, much like owning a Mogwai, it shares 2/3 of the same rules of ownership if you want the best experience. For those completely lost, Gizmo, from the movie Gremlins, Gremlins 2, and hopefully soon Gremlins 3, was a Mogwai and caused some antics. 

  1. First, keep it out of direct light and heat as much as possible! 
  2. Heat and light can cause the oil to thin out resulting in leaks and loss of flavor.   
  3. Second, don’t get them wet.  
  4. Electronic devices don’t like moisture, so keep it as dry as possible. 

Handle those two tips and you avoid your Mogwai going all Gremlin and becoming a problem. Can’t find anything that says you can’t feed it after midnight, but I bet it will have you eating after midnight. 

Don’t Overwork Your Device 

Summer brings the social out of all of us and cannabis consumption is social by nature. The increased heat and passing of vapes can lead to problems. Exposing your vape to rapid hits in short succession can drain the battery, cause the oil to thicken causing clogs, and worst-case scenario kill the battery all together. If you are going to share or are just a heavy consumer, be sure to give your vape extra time to cool down after every few hits. This may seem like a pain, but it will save you money in the long run. 

Keep It Clean 

First off, no matter how hard you try you will probably leave you vape in a place too hot for it at least once. Nobody is perfect. This can lead to clogs and seepage from your vape. You can help reduce this by keeping an eye on a few things.  

  1. First, keep the airway clear. If you start struggling to pull on you vape, you probably have the beginnings of a clog. You can keep airways clear by using a toothpick or paperclip to gently clear debris. 
  1.  If you are using a disposable vape, there is normally a hole near the charging port that you can blow through until vapor comes out the mouthpiece clearing the clog. 
  1. If you are using a traditional cart and pen set up, make sure to regularly clean the threading and contacts with alcohol.  

Don’t Vape and Drive 

We know you have places to go and people to see but do not vape and drive. This goes 365 days a year, but many people test their luck in warmer weather. The windows are down, and you don’t think anyone will smell it, you’re on a boat and don’t think anyone is out there to catch you, or you’re riding a bike on a trail and don’t think it will harm anything. You’d be wrong and put yourself and others in danger. In all three cases you can and will be ticketed for operating under the influence. According to Pennsylvania v. Mimms, you must obey officer’s commands while detained, including but not limited to being separated from your transportation, allowing a frisk for weapons, and a field sobriety test when required. Not adhering to an officer’s commands only leads to headaches or worse for both of you. Have fun, respect others, and be safe out there. 

Strain of the Month: Cereal Milk 

Strain of the Month: Cereal Milk 

From Breakfast to Baked 

Cereal Milk feels and tastes like someone plucked the warmest nostalgic memory from your mind and planted it for all to enjoy. An enchanting flower born of wonder and love; the plant traces its lineage back to the geniuses at Cookies. Cereal Milk can stand toe to toe with most stains and hit just as hard. It doesn’t matter if you eat edibles infused with it, vape it, dab it, or smoke it, Cereal Milk hits the spot, so let’s look a little deeper into where this strain came from and what it is all about.  

Cereal Milk doesn’t come from a notable lineage like LA Kush Cake. The biproduct of two relatively unknown strains, Snowman and Y-Life, Cereal Milk didn’t enter the market with a prebuilt reputation but quickly earned one. Ceral Milk’s reputation has made it a strain in demand. Ceral Milk can be found in most dispensaries and in many consumers homes. It has overcome an unheralded introduction to become a strain that many smokers have grown to love for both its medicinal and recreational effects. 

Basics 

Cereal Milk is a fairly balanced hybrid that generally tests between 20-25% THC and leans ever so slightly sativa. It is beloved by indica and sativa smokers alike. The strain will make you feel like Goldie Locks. It’s not too heavy, it’s not too light, it’s just right like the little bear’s porridge. Cereal Milk is a well-rounded strain that offers a little something for everyone who tries it and most come back for more. 

Aroma and Taste 

Cereal Milk’s taste and aroma are true to its name. The buds are gorgeous and smell like fruit, mostly berries. The creamy sensation comes on once you spark it up. The mixture of those two overwhelming flavors gives the strain its name. Hidden under those sweet delights are subtle tones of spice. This strain is nothing short of mouthwatering. Check out our terpenes blog for a more detailed overview of all terpenes.

Strain Effects 

Cereal Milk is known for having the mentally uplifting effects of a sativa while maintaining the pain reducing effects of an indica. It provides the consumer with a euphoric anxiety free social experience while still helping to manage any pain they are in. Many consumers report that Cereal Milk is great at fighting off migraines. Ceral Milk first began to earn its reputation in medicinal cannabis dispensaries all over the country. 

Should You Try It? 

Cereal Milk is a near perfectly balanced hybrid allowing all varieties of consumers to enjoy it in whatever way they see fit. It has become a workhorse of the industry for that very reason. Cereal Milk isn’t just for breakfast anymore. It is good for any occasion. Because of its modest lineage, it almost all exceeds even the most cynical smoker’s expectations.  Cereal Milk has its foothold in the industry and looks to continue its ascent toward the top. If you haven’t had the pleasure of indulging in a bit of Cereal Milk, you’ve unknowingly denied yourself the chance of trying one of the more innovative strains in recent memory. Fear not though; it can be rectified. We suggest you rush out to try it immediately and judge for yourself.    

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