2020 Was An Exciting, Innovative Year In Medical Cannabis.
Despite everything that has happened in 2020, for the people that have spent years working tirelessly to legitimize the cannabis industry, this will always be the year that we were deemed essential. Many states recognized that cannabis is not just a fun and recreational product, but also something that is of vital importance for the physical and mental health of their citizens. We saw a tremendous rise in people wanting to understand and use cannabis for things like helping with sleep and curbing increased anxiety.
There was a lot of innovation in 2020, we saw the rise of new products with high levels of lesser cannabinoids, new methods of consumption, and a fine tuning of the classics that make them better than ever. We are now regularly seeing products high in CBG, Delta 8 THC, Delta 10 THC, CBT and many others. While research is still new on many of these things, we are already beginning to find how to incorporate these cannabinoids into effective regimens to help as many people as possible.
Matt, Westley and Isaiah are state-certified medical cannabis consultants at The Novel Tree Medical.
Here are 10 medical cannabis products that stood out in 2020, all available at the novel tree medical.
Fairwinds 1:1:1 Ratio Line
Available in tinctures, vapes and capsules.
While new to the shelves, the Fairwinds 1:1:1 ratio series already makes it to our top 10 list for the year. Products high in CBG have been some of the most exciting and helpful that we have added to our shelves this year. CBG is the precursor to THC and CBD, like CBD it is non-intoxicating, and like THC it has effects throughout the central nervous system. We find that the combination of these 3 cannabinoids creates an incredibly balanced effect that is great for pain or anxiety whether you need relief first thing in the morning or right before bed. Coming in a variety of options like tinctures that give you incredible levels of control over your dose, long lasting capsules, or you can achieve immediate relief from the vaporizer cartridge or pax pod. Whichever your desired method of consumption the 1:1:1 ratio is a must try from Fairwinds.
Falcanna Pacific Sunshine CBG Flower
Grown on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula.
I will say it again, 2020 was the breakout year for lesser cannabinoids. Very few products have made as big of an impact so quickly as the Pacific Sunshine flower from Falcanna. With over 10% CBG and less than 1% THC this non-intoxicating flower is the perfect way to start or end your day with. It is also the perfect thing to mix with your high THC strains to mellow their intensity and provide a well-balanced effect. Great for anxiety, and to help relax tension and muscle tightness, the high CBG Pacific Sunshine from Falcanna is an industry game changer.
Washington Bud Company Flower
Freshly harvested WA Bud Co. cannabis flower.
We love Washington Bud Co! One of the things that we think is most important for medical cannabis is consistency. For the last 5 years WA Bud Co. has harvested every 4 weeks like clockwork. They grow the same 8-10 strains, so we know even if we run out of something you love we are never more than a few weeks from a fresh harvest. This level of consistency has been incredible for our medical customers, when they find something that works, we need to be able to have a regular supply. Whether it is the incredibly relaxing Blackberry, the sharp clear focus of Skymaster, or the incredible balanced effects of CBD-dominant Harlequin. Whatever you are looking for WA Bud Co. has you covered with some of the best smelling, best smoking flower that we’ve found in Washington.
Fairwinds Inhalers
Inhalers now available in strain specific varieties.
Fairwinds is always on the cutting edge of innovation in the cannabis industry. This was on full display in 2020 with the introduction of their line up of metered dose inhalers. A way to get immediate effects and benefits of cannabis, without having to combust anything or smoke. Using pharmaceutical grade devices and propellant, Fairwinds has produced strain and ratio-specific inhalers for every situation. Each spray delivers a micro dose of 2.5mg, whether it is THC, CBD or a combination of the two there is an inhaler for you. The effects are nearly immediate as soon as you use the inhaler like a smokable product, and can last several hours like an edible. Best of both worlds.
Ceres Nano Emulsification
Dragon Balm is among the most popular medical cannabis topicals.
Ceres has really figured something out with their Nano Emulsified cannabis products. This is a way of making the cannabinoids smaller so your body can absorb them quicker. This really comes into effect with edible products. While Washington law requires warning people that the onset for an edible can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours, the consistent feedback is that Ceres Nano edibles take effect closer to that 30-minute mark. The Nano Emulsification also seems to be beneficial for their topicals and bath salts as it’s designed to help the cannabinoids penetrate more deeply.
Skagit Organics RSO & Distillate
Premium RSO from Skagit Organics.
Skagit Organics has been an invaluable partner of The Novel Tree Medical for years. Many have found benefit and relief from one of their pesticide free strain specific RSO oils, and distillates. Having a huge variety of strengths and ratios of CBD to THC is beneficial and necessary to be able to help as many people as possible achieve relief. One of the most exciting things about Skagit Organics is the expanded cannabinoid profile on the back of every package. This highlights the full spectrum approach that we take at The Novel Tree Medical. Beyond THC and CBD there are so many other cannabinoids that may not be key players but can add to the effect and benefits of a specific product. The “entourage” effect in full display, you can see that their oils will often have beneficial levels of CBG, CBC, and even CBT. While research on some of these components is in its infancy, we are excited to learn how to incorporate these components to help people to best achieve their goals with cannabis.
The New Workout Plan: Heylo Cannabis
Always an innovator, Heylo leads the industry in tailored vape blends.
The New Workout Plan is the first delta-10 THC product in the Washington state cannabis market. This oil, available to both 510 thread cartridges and PAX pods, contains over 11% of this interesting new THC isomer. Heylo balances this with roughly 38% delta-9 THC, 1.9% CBG, 1.7% CBC, and 1.3% CBT. This cannabinoid ‘cocktail’ is vigorously motivational when vaporized. Delta-10 stimulates the mind like a robust espresso without creating a noticeable jittery feeling. It also encourages a "get up and go" headspace, which pairs well with physical activity. This blend's entourage effect is perfect for patients with lethargy, depression, or attention deficit disorder. The rare chemistry present in Heylo's New Workout Plan is an exciting peek into the future of cannabis science.
Delta 8 CBD RSO: JV Ranch
CBD tanker with a convenient dispensing method.
The new delta-8 THC & CBD 1:1 tanker from Johnny Vanella Ranch is one of the best products on the market for patients that want to combat nausea and promote gut health. Both delta-8 and delta-10 are isomers of standard delta-9 THC. These cannabinoids interact with the same receptors as delta-9 THC but affect them differently. Delta-8 helps patients create a positive relationship with food and eating. This effect, combined with CBD's properties, makes this 1:1 a perfect choice for cancer patients. The oil is a potent analgesic that is very minimally psychoactive; it engenders tranquility and settles anxieties.
Walden Concentrates
High potency concentrates from premium sun grown cannabis.
For many medical patients, high levels of THC may actually be very beneficial for relief from chronic pain and PTSD. Walden has helped so many people by creating clean, high potency tankers, cartridges, and dabbable concentrates at an incredible price point. Being able to consistently source these high potency products ensures that we always have the best option for everyone. Strain specific so you can always dial in the optimal experience.
Plantworks Urban Microgrow
Grown with love in the heart of Seattle.
Plantworks embodies everything we love about medical cannabis. A microgrow in the heart of Seattle, owners Regina and Jared are a 2 person show, growing, packaging, and delivering always with love. Producing incredible varietals from the old “green cross” medical days like The True OG, to some of the best smelling CBD in the market with their Tropical Fire CBD and Orange Julia. Pesticide free, hydroponically grown under LED ensures that they consistently put out cannabis of the highest caliber. You can feel the love that is put into every jar when you smoke anything from Plantworks. We appreciate them, and everything they do, and are proud to feature them on our shelves.
What were standout products for you in 2020? Leave us a comment!