The best varieties and edibles for a rocky backyard BBQ

As the days get longer and the heat heats up, it’s the perfect time to enjoy grilled food – think spicy blackened chicken wings, vegetarian kabobs, juicy steaks, and Polish gourmet dogs. And what does summer scream louder than a grill in the backyard? A backyard BBQ with weed.

We know many will itch to go out and see friends and family when the sunny weather shines. Check out our favorite strains and products below when throwing a rocky barbecue get-together.

Great strains to liven up the BBQ

If you’re looking to smoke or vape, here are the varieties to get the most out of your garden grill.

Best strain to whet your appetite: American Dream

Whet your appetite with a few hits from American Dream. A good addition to any July 4th celebration. The most commonly reported effect of American Dream on weedmaps is appetite stimulation.

A cross of Jamaican and Hawaiian Sativas with an Afghan Skunk, expect earthy notes and a tropical kick.

Best variety for creativity and concentration when preparing food: Green Crack

Nothing can brighten up the day like the legendary Green Crack variety. One of my personal favorites, there is a lot of energy in every hit. Light this to cook up a storm and get a little more creative with the signature grilled dishes.

Best strain for playing backyard games: Dream queen

The entertainment value of these cornhole and ladder tossing games can be increased tenfold with a joint full of Dream Queen. With the reported effects of happiness and increased energy levels, it can be a great option to get the grilling going and loosen up your guests for a breezy and hilarious evening.

Best variety for relaxing after grilling: Dosidos (Do-Si-Dos)

When all of the dishes have been consumed, the only dessert you want is a delicious dash of Dosidos. Relaxing and uplifting with citrus and berry flavors, a beautifully wrapped bowl of this GSC and Face Off OG hybrid can gently distract your thoughts in the summer sun – just don’t forget the SPF.

The best edibles for an infused BBQ

You don’t have to look far for delicious BBQ-inspired edibles. Be on the lookout for these stony foods to really get the good time going.

Weed beers: Two Roots, Lagunitas, Keef Brands

Alcohol-free with 5 milligrams of THC, Two Roots Mango Dango IPA has a tropical punch and tastes just like those fruity IPAs you can find at your local brewery.

The Reverb HI-Fi Hops “Beer” from Lagunitas is actually an infused sparkling water with a hop flavor. Each bottle of Reverb delivers 10 milligrams of THC from AbsoluteXtracts cannabis and contains no sugar or carbohydrates for those who enjoy a rocky high with no sweeteners.

Not really a weed beer, the Keef Classic Bubba Kush Root Beer is made for guests who just don’t like the taste of schnapps or hops. With 10 milligrams of THC per bottle, you can decorate it with ice cream for a poured root beer float or drink it as it is and enjoy the classic root beer taste.

Baked goods: Incredible, La Familia

It goes without saying that sweet, dessert-like edibles will be a must for your 420-friendly BBQ. And if you want to stick with the classics then head to the delicious S’mores Bar by Incredibles. With 100 milligrams of THC for the entire bar, you can portion your increase with 10 milligrams each. Even better? Make a true s’more with a piece of the latch for a double hit.

Sticky rice crispies are one of those treats that will appeal to almost every palate. An interesting variant of this delicious treat can be found in the Churro Rice Krispies from La Familia. Coated with cinnamon and brown sugar and fortified with 10 milligrams of THC per krispie, it could be a great addition to your dessert table after dinner.

Infused snacks and cooking ingredients: Laurie + MaryJane, Potli

For a really upscale snack table, check out Laurie + MaryJane’s Cheese Crisp Crackers. With 5 milligrams of THC per cracker, they’re a souped-up alternative to simple potato chips.

Would you like to throw some spicy wings on the grill? First, sprinkle Potli’s Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil, made with cannabis from Aster Farms in Northern California. Each serving in the 250 milliliter can contains 5 milligrams of THC.

Featured image by Gina Coleman / Weedmaps

Hannah Wiesen

Hannah is a Seattle-based writer and editor. She has worked in the cannabis industry for three years and continues to learn and research.