Alex Yeager is a California-born cannabis writer who learned the plant before the modern cannabis industry took shape. Raised on the Monterey Peninsula with roots in the pre-helicopter grow days of Big Sur, he’s spent more than a decade covering strains, science, and cannabis politics with a practiced skepticism for hype and official stories. When he’s not making pottery or riding trails, he’s still chasing the same thing — what’s real, what works, and what doesn’t survive scrutiny.

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Why Cannabis Drinks Feel More Predictable Than Edibles: A Metabolic Perspective

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Edibles often produce inconsistent experiences. The same dose can feel mild one time and significantly stronger another, even under similar conditions. Cannabis drinks tend to deliver more consistent timing and intensity, though individual responses still vary. That difference stems from where and how cannabinoids are...

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The Best Cannabis Concentrates for Beginners

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Cannabis concentrates pack 2-6 times more THC than flower, making your first choice absolutely critical: Flower typically ranges 15-30% THC. Concentrates range 60-95% THC. The right beginner-friendly options let you ease into this potent world safely. Here's what smart beginners prioritize: Rather than chasing the...

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The top live rosin strains to try in 2026

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Live rosin lives or dies by genetics. Some strains produce vibrant, terpene-rich rosin with clean melts and layered flavor, while others fall flat no matter how skilled the extractor is. In 2026, advances in breeding and hash-focused cultivation have made that difference more pronounced than...

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Why cannabis flower quality and THC % is a flawed metric

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THC is just one variable, and focusing on it alone overlooks how cannabinoids, terpenes, and cultivation quality work together to shape effects. In practice, many consumers find that strains with moderate THC and well-developed terpene profiles feel more balanced and enjoyable than options built purely...

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Why percolator bongs hit smoother: a deep dive into cannabis filtration technology

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A percolator bong (often called a “perc bong”) is a water pipe designed with one or more internal glass structures that diffuse weed smoke into smaller bubbles.  This added diffusion cools the smoke more quickly and filters out harsh particles, resulting in lower temperatures, cleaner...

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Why Voltage Matters in Cannabis Vape Pens: Thermal Degradation vs. Flavor Preservation

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If a cannabis vape tastes burnt or loses flavor quickly, voltage can be the reason. When the voltage runs too high, heat can degrade compounds responsible for flavor, aroma, and effects, which can change how the experience feels. That process, known as thermal degradation, changes...

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Why large-scale infusion is so challenging

Precision dosing in cannabis edibles: why consistency is hard at scale

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Edibles don't always hit the same way, and that inconsistency isn't in your head. Making sure every gummy, chocolate, or baked good delivers the same THC dose is harder than it sounds. At scale, small differences in mixing, heating, or formulation can affect how THC...

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Cannabis flower vs edibles

Why cannabis edibles hit differently: The chemistry of 11-Hydroxy-THC

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If you're used to smoking, edibles can feel a little off at first. The timing is different, the buildup is slower, and the effects tend to stick around longer than you might expect. Even at a dose that seems reasonable, edibles don't follow the same...

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The evolution of vaporizers

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Early cannabis vaporizers (also known as vapes) looked more like DIY science projects than consumer devices. Bulky and imprecise, they often overheated the product instead of delivering a true vapor experience.  Over the decades, steady improvements shifted vapes from trial-and-error tools to reliable, user-friendly devices....

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