Angela Scattolon
This monoterpene is one of the most common worldwide and is responsible for the smell of pine needles. It can be found in conifer trees, rosemary, basil, parsley, and dill. Pinene is also found in essential oils like camphor. Camphor oil is extracted from the wood of camphor trees (think evergreens). Camphor is also … Read more
With the holiday season fast approaching everyone is in need of some gift ideas. Have a friend or family members who enjoy consuming cannabis or want to start consuming cannabis? We’ve got an easy one for you. Can you guess it? If you’ve guessed a Hunny Pot gift card, well… YOU’RE RIGHT! (ha ha) Here … Read more
If you’ve heard the term “decarb” or decarboxylation used when talking about weed but you have no idea what it is or why it matters, we’ve got you. Eat weed, get high – no? Every once in a while – when discussing edibles with customers – we will get the question, “Can’t I just … Read more
Named after the French word for lemon, “limon”, limonene is the monoterpene found in citrusy fruit peels like orange, lemon, lime, and the like. This terpene is commonly found in several species of trees: red and silver maple, cottonwoods, aspens, sumac, spruce, pines, firs, hemlocks, cedars, juniper and, of course, cannabis. It’s most common … Read more
No, it’s not Denim Man, this French-Canadian strain is actually pronounced “jhawn ghee”. Thanks to prohibition, the etymology (the origin/history of a word) of most strain names will always remain a mystery. But who doesn’t like to hear a juicy rumour? The rumor for this one: a member of a Montreal Compassion Club donated … Read more
More balanced than a bird of prey We always recommend that people new to cannabis start their journey with CBD products. Generally for most users, CBD is the mildest cannabis experience; fewer noticeable effects while making things more manageable. Certain cannabis strains can contain balanced amounts of both THC and CBD. As the CBD level goes … Read more
That’s a wrap on the beekeeping season! Literally. We just wrapped up our hives. The season sure flew by but it was a great season nonetheless. Today was Alvéole’s final visit for the year, though the hive will stay onsite all winter long. The hive was wrapped in a flexible insulating material to help maintain a warm … Read more
“Life is a combination of magic and pasta” We think famous Italian filmmaker Ferdeico Fellini was on to something when he said this. And what could be more magical than combining a delicious pasta recipe with infused cannabis butter? If you’re looking for a new cannabis dish to add to your recipe box, this Lemon … Read more
Endocannaba-what? Even most common smokers have probably never even heard about the Endocannabinoid system and what it does. We are all born with one but what does it have to do with cannabis? We all have an amalgamation of different systems working away inside us constantly, regulating needs and emotions and senses, etc. Each … Read more
Potency and warnings and branding, oh my! Even during the excitement of legalization launch, consumers were put off by the overwhelming amount of labelling on their cannabis products. Regulations insisted on including all relevant safety warnings and information, the product name, information and potency, and, of course, the LPs (licensed producers) wanted their branding on … Read more
It’s that time of year again! Did you buy some seeds from us in the spring and toss them in the ground outside? Well, the time in finally come for your patience to pay off! Even if your tent is inside and you aren’t bound by the constraints of the seasonal sun, you may have … Read more
Achieving your ideal high Do you find yourself asking your budtender for higher and higher THC? Are you smoking 25%+ strains but still finding no or not enough effect? Did you Google, “why can’t I get high enough” and end up here? It might be time to switch over to concentrates. Concentrates, or extracted cannabis … Read more
Harvest season is upon us and this time of year is a busy one for beekeepers and the bees! The advent of fall has us all preparing for cooler days ahead and the bees are no exception! So what does that mean for our urban beehives? All the honey has been harvested! To harvest … Read more
It’s been almost a year since the launch of Cannabis 2.0 on October 17, 2019 and we have come a long way since then. But to understand how far we’ve come, you need to know where we started. Low and slow Just like how anyone new to cannabis should start low and slow and … Read more
At some point in our stoner careers, most of us have probably had an experience, good or bad, with the classic “special brownies”. Whether infusing your own butter or oil, or just throwing together a quick firecracker, edible cannabis can be a very unique experience for people. When you smoke cannabis, it enters your … Read more
You’ve heard the word budtender and you know they’re the ones who staff the stores, but do you know all they’re capable of? A budtender is your cannabis concierge. Not sure what you want; interested in trying something new but don’t know enough to choose; interested in the nitty gritty science behind your fave product? … Read more
You’ve probably heard of the two main cannabinoids in cannabis – THC and CBD. But scientists have discovered many more cannabinoids in the plant and are only just beginning to dig into their effects, if any. And with all those cannabinoids paired with all those terpenes, the question arises, is it simply a matter of … Read more
What’s in a name? People tend to put a lot of credence into the naming conventions used for cannabis. Like everything else in our lives, we expect a certain level of consistency and legitimacy in the branding for products we use every day. But can cannabis currently be held to the same standards as a … Read more
Most people have heard that sativas will be uplifting and energetic while indicas are going to knock you out on the couch; so, hybrids must just be a combination of those effects right? Maybe not. Though this seems to be an ever-present discussion in the cannabis world, there is no real evidence yet … Read more
Milton…something sweet is on its way! The Hunny Pot Cannabis Co., a Toronto-based retail-focused cannabis corporation, is proud to announce the expansion of the brand, making its way into Milton. The Hunny Pot gained notoriety when it opened its first location in Toronto on April 1, 2019 and became the first- ever legal … Read more
Terpenes are the essential oils of a plant. They give cannabis its vast range of flavours and aromas such as pine, citrus and musk. But in addition to stimulating the senses, terpenes could also play an important role in what researchers call “the entourage effect.” The idea is that the effects of a strain … Read more
This year we were gifted with an entire month of 420 (one positive thing about 2020 *eye roll emoji*), but instead of Torontarians gathering at Nathan Phillips square on April 20th to celebrate cannabis culture and sesh with other cannabis enthusiasts, we must get creative with our celebrations! Let’s face it, stoners and cannabis … Read more
1. When in Doubt, Wait it Out It can take 30 minutes to 2 hours to begin feeling the effects of edibles, and it can take 4 hours to feel the full effects. So, if it’s been 30 minutes and you’re not feeling any effects and are thinking of consuming more, wait. Health … Read more
It has been a crazy week for the cannabis industry. Last Friday on April 3rd cannabis retailers found out they had to close their doors the following day (Saturday) by 11:59 pm, and that the OCS would be the sole legal available option for Ontarians to purchase cannabis from. Being removed from the essential list … Read more
Haven’t the last few months been a wild ride? It’s as if we collectively, are all experiencing a ‘down’ or a ‘low point’. Uncertainty has a funny way of playing tricks on you, and we’re not sure any of us really know what is going on. But one thing that we are sure of, is … Read more
It was April 1, 2019, and Toronto’s very first cannabis store, The Hunny Pot Cannabis Co. opened its doors for the first time. What happened over the course of the next year, no one could have predicted, but it sure has been a wild ride. Today, The Hunny Pot turns one! It’s been one … Read more
Cannabis has been used alongside yoga and meditation for quite some time. The practice is used for many reasons, from concentration to religious ritual. For some, combining the two can lead to heightened meditation practice. Cannabis affects everyone differently so, consider Indica strains when you first begin to combining cannabis and meditation. Here are some … Read more
Cannabis 2.0 brought a lot of new products to the cannabis market (with more to come), and some of those products may be found appealing to young children; edibles, beverages, and topicals. With that being said, there is even more reason to ensure your cannabis products are safely stored and kept out of reach from … Read more
Appearance (3 / 5) This exciting new product comes in a tiny make-up like container that is deceptively hard to open, I was initially worried about spilling the delectable contents upon opening the container and thus ruining my Hash Rosin Experience before it even got started. Have no fear; the concentrate itself is contained … Read more
One of the wonderful things about cannabis is all the associated choices. As a consumer, we are spoiled with all the cannabis options available. Would you like to inhale; whether by combustion or vapour, consume edibles, capsules, or a beverage, OR go the sublingual route and use an oil or spray? Just like I said, … Read more
With so many different strains available on the market, and with different categories to separate them, it’s no wonder our customers can get a little confused. When customers come to our Toronto dispensary, we have our knowledgeable Budtenders available to answer any questions that you might have. A common question that keeps popping up is … Read more
Burlington, today is the day! The doors to our second Hunny Pot retail store are now OPEN! Over the last little while, we have been hard at work to bring you something sweet. Our new Hunny Pot store located at 1505 Guelph Line is ready for you! Since opening our first store … Read more
Are you still looking for the perfect gift for Valentine’s day? Do you need some assistance in finding the right gift for the cannabis enthusiast who has stolen your heart? Well, look no more. We at The Hunny Pot, have you covered. There is no reason to look any further than your favourite local Toronto dispensary. … Read more
A Cannabis 2.0 Update Cannabis 2.0 has been all the buzz as of late… if you haven’t noticed. Customers want to know what this rollout of new products includes, and when they can get their hands on them — and we don’t blame them! Over 100 Cannabis 2.0 products are expected to be … Read more
But What is Click & Collect? The cannabis retail landscape is constantly changing; from new cannabis products, the opening of new legal dispensaries, and now a new way to purchase legal cannabis products. The Hunny Pot Cannabis Co. is pleased to announce the launch of click and collect. But what is click and collect … Read more
Hi, Burlington! Something sweet is on its way! The Hunny Pot Cannabis Co., a Toronto-based retail-focused cannabis corporation, is proud to announce the expansion of the brand, making its way West to Burlington, Ontario. It’s our mission to enrich lives and cultivate a positive footprint as we grow and rewrite the narrative surrounding … Read more
After months of waiting, Cannabis 2.0 is finally here and about to hit The Hunny Pot Cannabis Co. shelves! It’s the perfect time to provide some introductory information about the products that you will soon be able to purchase. Since October 17, 2018, dried and fresh cannabis, seeds for home cultivation, pre-rolled joints and oils … Read more
Hands-on with the next evolution of Utillian convection vaporizer – the Utillian 722 Hey everyone, Sean from the Hunny Pot here with a quick review on the Utillian 722 – the ‘new and improved’ version of their 721 model, Utillian’s intro convection vaporizer. This guy seems geared towards folks who still want the flavour … Read more
The three most important steps to feeling safe with your cannabis are education, self-awareness, and planning. 1. Get to Know Cannabis Read about cannabis science. Learn how your body metabolizes THC, how different consumption methods affect your impairment, and how to plan for times when you’re intoxicated. Even if you’re an experienced consumer, … Read more
Indica Indica plants are typically characterized by their thick leaves and shorter height. They grow faster and have a higher yield than sativa plants. Sativa Sativa plants are typically characterized by their thin leaves and taller height. The colour of sativa plants are usually lighter than indicas, and they grow at a slower rate. … Read more
Consuming cannabis has come a long way in the last decade, making it accessible to more people. Now let’s learn the ways we can consume! Dried Cannabis Whether whole flower or milled, dried cannabis can be smoked in a joint or pipe. More often than not, people are choosing to use a vapourizer, which … Read more
Cannabinoids are chemical compounds that occur naturally in cannabis. When consumer, these compounds interact with the human endocannabinoid system, which helps you regulate the processing of physical and mental sensations. THC Delta-9 Tetrahydrocannabinol, also known as THC, is the chemical compound in cannabis that’s psychoactive. It is the thing that can get you “high.” … Read more