Everyone knows Cali weed, but where does the hype about California weed come from? Here you can learn everything about Cali weed.

Cali weed: the best weed in the world?

Everyone has certainly heard the term Cali-Weed or Cali-Grass. After all, weed from California is celebrated on TV, in rap songs, and on social media. Moreover, many cannabis lovers swear that Cali weed is the best weed in the world and are happy to put up with the high prices. But what is the hype around Cali weed all about and what makes this weed so special?

Why is Cali-Weed so special?

In a nutshell, Cali Weed is so celebrated by stoners all over the world because the California-bred strains taste super delicious and are also extremely potent. Thus, the beautiful, glittering flowers exude a seductive scent and, on top of that, have a really high THC content of sometimes over 30%. Accordingly, the effect of Cali Weed is also quite strong and lasts for a long time. Many stoners rave that Cali weed sweetens their entire day with an intense high.

Moreover, the cannabis market in California has been strictly regulated since its legalization in 2016. Accordingly, consumers can rest assured that their Cali weed is free of pesticides, heavy metals, and other contaminants. These government controls and regulations have further strengthened the reputation of California cannabis.

That's why any cannabis lover can't help but grin when a packet of Gelato or Wedding Cake is held under their nose. Other of the most popular Cali weed strains include Strawberry OG, Corleone Kush, Passion Berry and Lemon Tart.

Why does the best weed in the world come from California?

But why is California, of all places, the cradle of many of the world's best cannabis strains? It's because of a combination of excellent growing conditions and a knowledge of how to best grow and cultivate weed that has been refined over many decades.

In terms of decriminalization and legalization of cannabis, California has always been one of the pioneering states in the USA. Accordingly, private consumers and growers in the Sunshine State could usually expect much more lenient penalties than was common in other states. Thus, California has long been a magnet for cannabis pioneers. But to truly understand how Cali weed rose to worldwide prominence and continues to lead the cannabis market today, we must travel back in time 60 years.

The history of Cali weed: how the best strains in the world were created

During the great hippie boom of the '60s, a real stoner culture formed in the Golden State, made up of many scattered hippie communities. Especially in the so-called Emerald Triangle, which offered perfect growing conditions with a mix of fertile soil, remoteness and lots of Californian sun, the first illegal cannabis farms sprouted at that time and laid the foundation for what is now the largest cultivation area in the USA. Far away from larger cities, some hippies started to grow their own weed to cover their own enormous needs and to earn a few extra dollars for their living. This was the birth of Cali weed, so to speak.

By the end of the 1970s, one third of the cannabis on the Californian market came from local production.

The U.S. government then inadvertently gave California growers even more of an advantage in the domestic cannabis market by starting to spray cannabis fields in Mexico with the herbicide paraquat in the 1970s. Fear of contamination led to a decline in demand for cheaper Mexican cannabis and a corresponding increase in demand for weed grown in California. Thus, by 1979, 35% of the cannabis consumed in California was grown in the state.

California and Amsterdam: The expertise of two continents come together

In the 80s and 90s, growers continued to refine their knowledge and methods, and also networked with each other to do so. It should also be noted here that at that time there was a great exchange of knowledge with the best growers from Amsterdam and the know-how of both continents could enrich each other enormously.

Accordingly, the experiments, with the crossing of different cannabis varieties, really took off during this time. Perfect growing conditions coupled with the extensive expertise of the Cali grass pioneers quickly produced extreme success. Many strains that were first bred at that time, such as OG Kush, Northern Lights, or Original Haze and Skunk form virtually the foundation stones of today's cannabis market. Although some of these strains are over 40 years old, they are still on the shelves of renowned coffee shops and are still used to cross new strains.

Weed becomes first for medicinal purposes and then completely legalized

Another milestone in the development of Cali weed in terms of its potency and first-class genetics was then the year 1996, because at that time cannabis was legalized for medical purposes in California. Thus, the first legal plantations were established in the Emerald Triangle and a lot of money was allocated for optimal equipment and further research. The result was increasingly potent cannabis plants with sticky buds dripping with resin.

The last decisive step was the complete legalization of cannabis in 2016. Since then, many small farms have turned into absolute high-tech plantations that generate enormous revenues and can accordingly invest a lot of money in the breeding of ever better varieties. With this long history, it's no wonder that Cali weed is notorious for being the best cannabis on the planet.

If you want to see for yourself the incomparable taste as well as the potent effects of Cali weed, you can have feminized seeds delivered to your door. Among the most popular Cali Weed strains that you can order from our store are Pineapple Express, OG Kush, Gelato and Watermelon Zkittlez.

How can you recognize Cali Weed?

If you are in the US and want to buy Cali Weed, you have a lot of choices and actually no risks, as long as you stick to reputable stores. You can recognize real Cali Weed by the brightly colored packaging, on which important information such as the manufacturer, the weight and the THC content is printed. The high price is also an indicator by which you can recognize Cali-Weed. If you're in the States, it's best to steer clear of cheap weed, or poorly printed packaging marketed as Cali weed, as these are often not authentic products.

How can you recognize Cali Weed by the buds?

If you just have some buds in your hand, it is unfortunately almost impossible to say with certainty whether it is Cali Weed or not. After all, really good weed is also grown here in Europe. For example, "Cali Strains" can also be grown in Spain or the Netherlands and produce magnificent weed.

Stoners who say they can only tell real Cali weed by its taste have similarities to snooty wine-somaliers who claim to be able to taste whether classical music was played to the grapes as they grew. But suppose someone thrusts a packet into your hand and swears that its contents are Cali weed, how can you verify that? You can't tell if this weed was actually grown in California, but you can at least judge if it's premium weed or not based on a few criteria:

Smell: Cali weed and other premium weed varieties give off an extreme weed smell. If you don't immediately get a strong cannabis smell when you open the packet, you can be pretty sure it's not Cali weed.
Look and feel: A high THC content is reflected by a thick layer of trichomes covering the entire bud. Breaking a bud is best done to see if the center of the bud is also covered by the milky trichomes. After touching the buds, your fingertips should stick a bit, which comes from a lot of resin, as known from Cali weed.
Taste and smoking experience: The exact taste differs a lot between different Cali weed varieties, of course. But the weed from California is generally characterized by a strong, often fruity taste that lingers on the tongue for a long time. The smoke should also be smooth and not scratchy in the throat, after all, the best weed in the world was also bred for a particularly pleasant smoking experience.

If you really want to be sure that you are smoking real Cali weed, there is really no other option in Germany than to grow the weed yourself. With seeds from Californian seedbanks like The Cali Connection you can grow the best strains in the world like Tiramisu, Purple Chem, Girl Scout Cookies or Alien OG at home.

Frequently asked questions about Cali weed

Let's finish this article by taking a look at the most frequently asked questions about Cali grass, such as its effects and price:

What is the difference between Cali weed and Haze?

Cali weed is not a specific strain, but a collective term for all weed varieties bred and grown in California. In fact, the original Haze was also first bred in California in the 1970s by two brothers, R. Haze and J. Haze.

What does Cali weed taste like?

Generally speaking, Cali Weed is said to be characterized by a sweet fruity taste. However, since Cali Weed is made up of many different strains, the taste varies from strain to strain.

What is the effect of Cali Weed?

The effect of cannabis depends mostly on its THC content. Since Cali Weed usually has extremely high THC levels, sometimes over 30%, the effect of Cali Weed is very intense and long-lasting.

How much does Cali Weed cost?

Compared to other strains, the strains from California are quite expensive. For example, 3.5 grams of Cali Weed costs about $100.

Which Cali Weed strains are available?

There are now countless different Cali Weed strains, some of the most popular include: OG Kush, Zkittlez, Original Haze, and Girls Scout Cookies.

Cali Weed vs. Regular Weed - Which is better?

Cali weed is notorious for a particularly intense flavor as well as a strong effect and high THC content, which is why many consumers find Cali weed better than "regular" weed varieties.

Is Cali weed strong?

Yes, Cali weed has a reputation for being the most potent weed in the world!

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