{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-tags-template-js","path":"/tag/cbd-1:1/","result":{"data":{"allArticle":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Article_3758-markdown","title":"New York Weed Companies with Innovative Marijuana Products","slug":"new-york-weed-companies-with-innovative-marijuana-products","content":"\nNew York is seeing green as it wades further into legalizing cannabis. Medical marijuana was legalized in 2014, and in the years since more conditions are covered, allowing more people to [get their medical marijuana cards](https://hellomd.com/articles/how-to-get-your-medical-marijuana-card-in-new-york-state). More recently, the push for recreational legalization in New York reached a turning point in April 2021, when Governor Andrew Cuomo passed the bill to legalize recreational weed for people ages 21 and up. But, even though the use of cannabis is now legalized, sales through [licensed dispensaries](https://www.health.ny.gov/regulations/medical_marijuana/application/selected_applicants.htm)(new ones and existing medical marijuana ones extending their businesses) won’t occur until sometime in 2022.\n\nEven so, both new and existing cannabis companies have made moves to set up in the Empire State, recognizing that it will become a $4.2 billion market.\n\nBelow we call out some of our top picks and innovative weed products from a variety of cannabis companies operating in New York state.\n\n### It Pays to Have a Green Thumb Growing  Weed in New York\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-06 at 2.18.47 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_06_at_2_18_47_PM_83ce70b535.png)\n\nAbout 60 miles north of Manhattan, at the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains lies the long-shuttered  Mid-Orange Correctional Facility in Warwick, New York. This is where Green Thumb Industries, one of the largest marijuana companies in America, is creating a $150 million [cultivation and manufacturing site](https://www.forbes.com/sites/alexandrasternlicht/2021/10/01/new-yorks-150-million-cannabis-campus-21-million-to-democratize-car-insurance-and-under-30-nominations-extended/?sh=74045feec6fa) on 40 acres of former penitentiary lands.\n\nBy 2023, Green Thumb’s  “cannabis campus” will start producing tens of thousands of pounds of marijuana, millions of THC-infused gummies, and vapes to fill the shelves of its dispensaries throughout New York state.\n\nAmong its different dispensary chains around the country, the $5.7 billion company runs [FP Wellness](https://fpwellnessny.com/) in New York, with locations in  Manhattan, Clifton Park, Rochester, and Nassau (coming soon). The dispensary chain prides itself on its “patient-focused approach,” served by professional cannabis pharmacists. All of its medical marijuana products are tested and approved by the New York State Department of Health for safety and quality. \n\nSome of the products its Manhattan dispensary carries (from different suppliers) include:\n\n### Green Thumb Products\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-06 at 2.00.06 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_06_at_2_00_06_PM_d02119602d.png)\n\n### Etain 1:1 Balance Powder\nThis [edible powder](https://fpwellnessny.com/order-medical-marijuana-online-nyc-manhattan/?path=menu?refinementList[root_types]=edible:Drink%20Mixes) aimed at humans features equal amounts of THC and CBD, as well as Isomalt derived from beets. It may provide benefits such as pain relief and relaxation.\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-06 at 2.03.11 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_06_at_2_03_11_PM_7cd486403a.png)\n\n### Columbia Care Disposable Vape\nThe [1:1 THC/CBD products](https://fpwellnessny.com/order-medical-marijuana-online-nyc-manhattan/?path=menu?refinementList%5broot_types%5d=edible:Drink%20Mixes) are commonly used for, but not limited to, mild pain relief, neuropathic pain, nausea, vomiting, appetite stimulation, inflammation, anxiety, and muscle spasms.\n\n### Other Big Players in the New York Weed Market\n\n[Curaleaf](https://curaleaf.com/) is a national weed dispensary chain that has four locations in New York: Carle Place, Newburgh, Plattsburgh and Queens. It is the largest multistate operator in the country. For a long time, the company focused on providing quality cannabis for health and wellness. As well as selling fresh cured flower, it also makes quality, lab-tested cannabis products. Their cannabis grow facility supplies all of the cannabis for their innovative product lines.\n\n### Curaleaf Products\n\nOur Curaleaf top picks:\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-06 at 2.05.22 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_06_at_2_05_22_PM_fafb679dbb.png)\n\n### Curaleaf WPA Ground Flower Refill\nCuraleaf [Ground Flower Bulk Refill Indica](https://curaleaf.com/shop/new-york/curaleaf-ny-carle-place/flower?dtche%5Bproduct%5D=curaleaf-wpa-ground-flower-refill-7g) contains all-natural cannabis flower and cannabis plant terpenes for vaporization, with 21.35% THC and 0.125% CBD. One slow, measured inhalation lasting two seconds delivers approximately 2.5 mg of active cannabinoids with effects often occurring in 90 seconds. \n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-06 at 2.06.37 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_06_at_2_06_37_PM_a38b8d65b0.png)\n\n### Select Watermelon Squeeze\n[Select Squeeze](https://curaleaf.com/shop/new-york/curaleaf-ny-carle-place/topicals?dtche%5Bproduct%5D=select-watermelon-squeeze-30ml) allows you to instantly infuse any beverage with THC and flavor enhancements, using nanotechnology to deliver a fast zero to 15 minute onset time.\n\n### Curaleaf CPE 20:1 Liquid Concentrate\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-06 at 2.07.39 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_06_at_2_07_39_PM_99372fa798.png)\n\nUsually taken by experienced weed users, [this indica product](https://curaleaf.com/shop/new-york/curaleaf-ny-carle-place?dtche%5Bproduct%5D=curaleaf-cpe-20-1-liquid-concentrate-0-5g) with 90% THC is made in a process that isolates and removes cannabinoids from plant material via extraction, agitation, compression, or other methods, making the product very potent. \n\n### Verilife Products\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-06 at 2.13.45 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_06_at_2_13_45_PM_b7de1cf2b2.png)\n\nOne of the most trusted dispensary chains in New York is [Verilife](https://www.verilife.com). It currently has locations in Albany, Liverpool, Bronx, and Onondaga counties, with a commitment to add more, especially to cater to the new, expanding recreational market when legal sales can begin.\n\nThe chain is owned by PharmaCann, one of the country’s largest vertically integrated cannabis companies, committed to producing safe, reliable, top-quality cannabis products, delivered through dispensaries in different states. \n\n[Some of our top picks](https://www.verilife.com/ny/menu/verilife-bronx-ny) sold by Verilife New York dispensaries:\n\n### Matter Green Oral Solution\nThis tincture with a 1:1 ratio, offers perfectly balanced THC to CBD. It's manufactured with cannabis oil, medium-chain triglycerides (MCT), vitamins E and C derivatives. \n\n### Matter Inhale Ground Premium Cannabis Flower\nThe premium ground flower products are known for their strong and uplifting characteristics, while also promoting a more clear-headed experience for users. Matter takes a disciplined approach to producing some of the highest-grade medical cannabis on the market.\n\n### Matter Hybrid Cartridge\n The Aqua 2:1 TXC distillate vapeis a “winning combination of cultivation and extraction that delivers a unique excipient-free oil.” Pair this formulation with Matter’s  premium cartridges to ensure you enjoy delivery of the highest volume of extract with a pure smooth flavor. \n\n### You Still Need a Medical Card in New York\n\nTo buy medical marijuana from a New York dispensary, you must have a [medical marijuana card](https://hellomd.com/articles/how-to-get-your-medical-marijuana-card-in-new-york-state). \n\nIt’s fast, easy and cost-effective to do this through [HelloMD](https://hellomd.com/get-started/new-york/), talking to an experienced practitioner online who will answer any questions you may have.  \n\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.5037593984962405,"src":"/static/b69cdaf1098bcb6caa8cdf6e88ab33e1/14b42/b90f0e88802c3a6c78d977f8640f518d.jpg","srcSet":"/static/b69cdaf1098bcb6caa8cdf6e88ab33e1/f836f/b90f0e88802c3a6c78d977f8640f518d.jpg 200w,\n/static/b69cdaf1098bcb6caa8cdf6e88ab33e1/2244e/b90f0e88802c3a6c78d977f8640f518d.jpg 400w,\n/static/b69cdaf1098bcb6caa8cdf6e88ab33e1/14b42/b90f0e88802c3a6c78d977f8640f518d.jpg 800w,\n/static/b69cdaf1098bcb6caa8cdf6e88ab33e1/47498/b90f0e88802c3a6c78d977f8640f518d.jpg 1200w,\n/static/b69cdaf1098bcb6caa8cdf6e88ab33e1/0e329/b90f0e88802c3a6c78d977f8640f518d.jpg 1600w,\n/static/b69cdaf1098bcb6caa8cdf6e88ab33e1/3d647/b90f0e88802c3a6c78d977f8640f518d.jpg 3072w","srcWebp":"/static/b69cdaf1098bcb6caa8cdf6e88ab33e1/58556/b90f0e88802c3a6c78d977f8640f518d.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/b69cdaf1098bcb6caa8cdf6e88ab33e1/61e93/b90f0e88802c3a6c78d977f8640f518d.webp 200w,\n/static/b69cdaf1098bcb6caa8cdf6e88ab33e1/1f5c5/b90f0e88802c3a6c78d977f8640f518d.webp 400w,\n/static/b69cdaf1098bcb6caa8cdf6e88ab33e1/58556/b90f0e88802c3a6c78d977f8640f518d.webp 800w,\n/static/b69cdaf1098bcb6caa8cdf6e88ab33e1/99238/b90f0e88802c3a6c78d977f8640f518d.webp 1200w,\n/static/b69cdaf1098bcb6caa8cdf6e88ab33e1/7c22d/b90f0e88802c3a6c78d977f8640f518d.webp 1600w,\n/static/b69cdaf1098bcb6caa8cdf6e88ab33e1/f75db/b90f0e88802c3a6c78d977f8640f518d.webp 3072w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2285-markdown","title":"Level Blends Vape Pen Review: High CBD Oil Cartridge","slug":"level-blends-vape-pen-review-high-cbd-oil-cartridge","content":"### Effects Based Cannabis Experiences\n\nWithin the cannabis industry people are now very interested in how to have greater control over their cannabis experience while at the same time creating a specific desired result. Due to this, one of the hottest words being thrown around is how to create the right ‘Effect’. \n\nWhen I say effect, it means what effect will the cannabis product ultimately have on you? Will it make you feel euphoric, creative, giggly, energetic or perhaps make you want to slip into the crevice of the couch? Knowing what might happen to you after ingesting cannabis, its well, kind of important. In the past, it has also been less than predictable.\n\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\n\nThe 'Effects' trend started early in 2016 and over time has grown and grown, and with some success, depending on the company and product we might be talking about. Some companies seem more able to deliver on this promise more than others and to some, it's just a marketing strategy. In many ways, the effects trend signals the maturation of the industry and the realization that to grow, products need consistency and reliability.\n\n### Level Blends: Science First Approach\n\n Level Blends is one of the new vape companies to emerge this past year out of San Francisco. It has created a whole line of what they call ‘effect based blends’. The company was started by three Co Founders, Josh, David and Chris and prides itself on its science first approach to creating their blends, which is part of its history.\n\nChief Scientist Chris Emerson, while studying for his PHD in molecular biology at Stanford, went to live on a cannabis farm up in the Emerald Triangle a few years ago. Along the way he had an epiphany and decided to drop out of his PHD program and instead focus his attention on “using science to transform cannabis into a tool that you can use to modulate your mood”. Level Blends was born soon afterwards.\n\nRELATED: [MICRODOSING: KIVA PETRA MINT REVIEW](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/58bf09c668b03100076d74a5/microdosing-kiva-confections-petra-mint-review)\n\nTalking to CEO David Dacus, it is clear that they take their approach to creating high quality products that create specific effects, such as ‘Uplift’, ’Float’ or ‘Dissolve’, very seriously. At the heart of their mission is the desire to create an experience that can not only be repeated, but which will guide the consumer with a sense of comfort, allowing for further more in-depth exploration. \n\n### Quality, Cannabinoids, and Zero Additives\n\nThe Level Blends oils are blended on site within their laboratory, tested for purity with the the assurance that there are zero pesticides and no additives within the oil. What is particularly interesting is that Level does not use any additive to thin their oils, as most other vape companies do. As a result it is free of propylene glycol as well as any other carrier oil. \n\nLevel also claims to use cannabis strains that you are unlikely to find in normal dispensaries, ones which “are high in cannabinoids like CBD, CBG, and THCV which offer different effects from THC”. Talking to Chris, it's clear the Level has an eye on extracting more obscure, lesser known cannabinoids in the not so distant future.\n\nAll cannabis consumers should be concerned with the overall quality of the product being ingested, and Level Blends delivers in this department. But, from the outset, what you will notice about Level is the approachable branding and product packaging. They divide their product line into two branches, the first being what they call “Classic”, which is their high THC line. The second branch is what they call “Harmonic” which is their blended CBD to THC product line.\n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58c489610adb1b66ae83920d/embedded_images/58c489630adb1b66ae83920e/THC.png)\n Product information that comes with the Level Blends 'Float' oil cartridge.\n\n### 'Classic' and 'Harmonic' Product Lines\n\nThe “Classic” line has four possible effects to choose from; ’Spark’, ‘High’, ‘Float’ and ‘Dissolve’. Looking at the packaging for ‘Float’, you see everything you might need to know about this product.  The percentage of THC, CBD, CBC and CBG as well as the strain type, indica are clearly marked on the packaging. \n\nOn the silver package it also states “Slow down, relax and float downstream. Enhance entertainment and foster reflection.” There are also some icons with words that say ‘relaxed’, ‘meditative’ and ‘classic flavor’. Remembering what it was like buying my first vape oil cartridge, and how confusing that process was, this seems like a revelation in product packaging and communication with the consumer. This product is ideal for a nervous, first time buyer who wants assurance as to what they are getting, and it's kind of a no-brainer to be this clear.\n\n### 'Remedy' High CBD Product Review\n\nThe “Harmonic” line, which interests me most, focuses on three blends, ‘Remedy’, ‘Uplift’ and ‘Radiance’. In Level’s words the ‘Harmonic’ line is meant to present “a range of blends that combine the euphoria of THC with the therapeutic effects of CBD.” This is my sweet spot, and it is unusual to see a product line that offers such a range of CBD to THC blends. Within ‘Harmonic’ Level offers a 1:1, a 1:2 and a 3:1.\n\nThe other day, I came home with an aching shoulder. Advil was not touching it and the cannabis topical that usually might help me was failing to stop a radiating pain. Thinking this was the perfect time to try out my new ‘Remedy’ blend, I broke out the sweet little silver package and popped it on my new “variable temperature” battery. According to the package, ‘Remedy’ promised to “Relieve anxiety and get back into your body. Support healing with a therapeutic mix of mainly CBD.” All of this sounded good.\n\n![](https://hellomd-production.s3.amazonaws.com/articles/58c489610adb1b66ae83920d/embedded_images/58c489650adb1b66ae83920f/cbd_PM.png)\nThe Level Blends 'Uplift' high CBD oil cartridge packaging and pen.\n \nI adjusted the temperature control to number 3.6v, just short of the hottest control at 4. I noticed a few things as I looked at my new vape. One, the name ‘Remedy’ is printed on the oil cartridge. How many times have I put on an oil cartridge on a vape pen, put it down and then thought ‘What oil cartridge is on there?’. Way too many times. It’s a huge problem as I don’t smoke high THC strains, but my partner does, so confusion can happen. The next thing I noticed is that the oil cartridge container is glass, which is important because plastic can degrade into your oils, and who wants to vape plastic? Not me. Lastly, the vape pen has a really sturdy, high quality feeling to it.\n\nClicking the button on the pen, it lit up and I was able to take a nice inhale. The taste was in credibly smooth and pleasant. Knowing that I actually still experience psychoactive effects from a high CBD strain that is 3:1, I took 4 more puffs and put it down. Within ten minutes the pain in my shoulder was significantly reduced and a calm, mellow feeling washed over me, while at the same time I felt alert. In another ten minutes I felt no pain and settled in for the evening.\n\nIf you are new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's 100% online, private and efficient.\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3333333333333333,"src":"/static/2bcd09da263946e717f5e2984c1c7db5/14b42/6139c81d482eb79e0c84ce5d4f1fe02a.jpg","srcSet":"/static/2bcd09da263946e717f5e2984c1c7db5/f836f/6139c81d482eb79e0c84ce5d4f1fe02a.jpg 200w,\n/static/2bcd09da263946e717f5e2984c1c7db5/2244e/6139c81d482eb79e0c84ce5d4f1fe02a.jpg 400w,\n/static/2bcd09da263946e717f5e2984c1c7db5/14b42/6139c81d482eb79e0c84ce5d4f1fe02a.jpg 800w,\n/static/2bcd09da263946e717f5e2984c1c7db5/47498/6139c81d482eb79e0c84ce5d4f1fe02a.jpg 1200w,\n/static/2bcd09da263946e717f5e2984c1c7db5/54ac5/6139c81d482eb79e0c84ce5d4f1fe02a.jpg 1365w","srcWebp":"/static/2bcd09da263946e717f5e2984c1c7db5/58556/6139c81d482eb79e0c84ce5d4f1fe02a.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/2bcd09da263946e717f5e2984c1c7db5/61e93/6139c81d482eb79e0c84ce5d4f1fe02a.webp 200w,\n/static/2bcd09da263946e717f5e2984c1c7db5/1f5c5/6139c81d482eb79e0c84ce5d4f1fe02a.webp 400w,\n/static/2bcd09da263946e717f5e2984c1c7db5/58556/6139c81d482eb79e0c84ce5d4f1fe02a.webp 800w,\n/static/2bcd09da263946e717f5e2984c1c7db5/99238/6139c81d482eb79e0c84ce5d4f1fe02a.webp 1200w,\n/static/2bcd09da263946e717f5e2984c1c7db5/5e0b8/6139c81d482eb79e0c84ce5d4f1fe02a.webp 1365w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":0,"numPages":1,"currentPage":1,"id":5085,"name":"Cbd 1:1","slug":"cbd-1:1","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}