The most popular cannabis strains in Illinois
On January 1st, 2020, Illinois legalized marijuana and officially joined the statewide cannabis community. Since then, Illinois people have had the opportunity to try all kinds of varieties, from national stapes like GG4 and Purple Punch to unique delicacies like Lemon Bean and Mr. Clean.
The Illinois cannabis community is still relatively new, but local breeders are doing an incredible job of providing locals with a wide variety of high quality strains to choose from, with a few standout cannabis strains that Illinois residents seemingly can’t get enough of.
Using data from Leafly’s master database, these are the most popular strains in Illinois right now. The next time you stroll to the pharmacy, ask your budtender about these varieties.
Power: 20% THC
Trunk type: hybrid
Local producers: Rhythm, PTS, dogwalker
Promising review: “I love this for my wake and bake on the way to work. I work in a busy, high-performing call center, so I need an enthusiasm that helps me focus. It keeps me clear, energetic and lively. “
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Power: 19% THC
Trunk type: sativa
Local producers: Ozone, Verano
Promising Review: “If your THC tolerance is high and you are looking for a good sativa that will keep you energized, go for this beautiful frosty bud. It’s mentally euphoric and relaxing. “
Power: 21% THC
Trunk type: shows
Local producers: Big offer, Cresco
Promising review: “Great effort to end the day. Watch a movie or eat something tasty and it will put a smile on your face and you will feel relaxed and ready for sleep. “
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Power: 17% THC
Trunk type: hybrid
Local producers: Big offer, Cresco
Promising review: “This strain offers nice mental clarity with pain relief. It’s a great strain for socializing or doing something active. “
Power: 25% THC
Trunk type: hybrid
Local producers: summer
Promising review: “This strain is so hot before Skunk, it’s honestly the smellyest bud I’ve ever bought. I feel very psychedelic and get the perfect high from just one bowl. I feel relaxed and relieved. 10/10 load. “
Wedding destroyer
Power: 21% THC
Trunk type: hybrid
Local producers: Cresco, high offer
Promising review: “I smoke a lot during the day and use cannabis to treat chronic depression and other related symptoms. Wedding Crashers is my new favorite! It helps with my energy, motivation, mood and creativity. No fear or negative effects for me with this strain. “
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[Reviews lightly edited for clarity]
Cassidy Rush
Cassidy is a Seattle-based SEO specialist and writer on cannabis. Before joining Leafly, she was a writer for PayScale and Delta Dental.
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