Best Marijuana Strains for Beginners

Not all of us are lucky enough to have someone like a bigger brother or a cool uncle to guide us through the wonderful world of marijuana. And with the number of options for strains available in the market, it can be hard to decide which strains are best to try first. Thankfully, this article is here teach you what strains to smoke once you’re ready to delve into this world.

Before we get to the strains, let’s have a quick look at the basics of marijuana. The main components of marijuana are THC and CBD.

THC refers to the psychoactive properties that gives you that famous “high” while CBD is more known for its medicinal benefits and balances the effect of THC.

Marijuana can also be classified into species with the main ones being sativa and indica.

Sativa is known to give you that energized feeling with some strains causing anxiety and paranoia while indica helps you feel relaxed and possibly even locked to your couch due to its sedative effect.

Thanks to technological cannabis growing advancements, breeders are able to combine the best of both worlds to provide you a balanced high just how you like it.

As a beginner, it’s important to pick strains that perfectly blends the effect of both species with just the right THC and CBD ratio so you can enjoy a good first time.

You’ll want to start with strains that have a lower THC content first and slowly work your way up from there.

Why? Because the higher the THC is, the stronger the psychoactive effects will be. For first-timers, this can result in a really bad trip turning you off from the plant forever. Not cool. It’s always best to start small and slow so you can gage how much your body can handle. You want your first time to be as enjoyable as possible.

Best Marijuana Strains for Beginners

Okay, now that we got the important stuff covered, let’s talk about the strains you should try on your first time.

1. Harlequin

Harlequin is a popular strain of choice for many beginners due to its low THC (7%-18%), and high CBD (5.25% - 11%) content. Although this strain is a sativa dominant hybrid, the high CBD content of Harlequin makes it so you feel relaxed without being too sedated --perfect for your first time.

Aside from its relaxing qualities, Harlequin is also known for its medicinal benefits alleviating almost all types of pain and helping with stress. It comes with an earthy, spicy flavor and is ideal to use during day time.

2. ACDC

ACDC shares a similar low THC, high CBD profile of Harlequin making it another ideal strain to smoke for beginners. It’s a product of the phenotype of Cannatonic crossed with Ruderalis resulting in a balance of 50% sativa and 50% indica and an impressive 1:20 THC:CBD ratio.

If you’re worried about experiencing paranoia on your first time, this should be your number one pick. It leaves a relaxed body sensation without any psychoactive effects. In addiction, ACDC makes you feel extremely happy and calm with the tendency to be more focused and sociable. It also boasts several medicinal benefits helping with conditions such as seizures, muscle spasms, nausea, multiple sclerosis, and chronic pain. For a true body high minus the intoxicating effects, ACDC is the strain to choose.

3. Grape Ape

Known for its distinct grape-like smell, this indica dominant strain induces a euphoric feeling coupled with a relaxed deep body buzz. It’s the product of a three way between Mendocino Purps, Skunk #1, and Afghani Landrace and comes with a THC content of 17%-18% and CBD content of 0.01-0.36%. It shares the potency of these strains without being too overpowering so it’s perfect for getting that profoundly relaxing high.

Grape Ape is not the strain to smoke if you want to get really stoned although its effects on mood elevation combined with relaxation makes it the perfect strain to smoke both daytime and night time.

4. Plushberry

Experience that wonderful relaxation feeling without the heavy sedation with Plushberry. A cross between Black Cherry Soda and Space Queen, this yummy strain comes in a very strong berry aroma that is sure to get you in the right mood.

The THC content (15% - 25%) on this one is a bit higher compared to others so if you’ve already had your first few sessions and you want to take it a notch higher, this is the strain to smoke. Just take a few puffs and you should be good. It’s great to take in the evening since it effectively reduces stress as well as relieves symptoms of tension, anxiety, and depression.

5. Cookies and Cream

Cookies and Cream, despite being relatively new, has earned quite a reputation among tokers. Tracing its lineage from Starfighter and Girl Scout Cookies, this strain creates a balanced high starting with a mental high and further intensifying into happiness and euphoria without the psychedelic effects.

True to its name, Cookies and Cream comes in a sweet smell of vanilla and tastes just as good as it smells making it a delight strain to smoke. Because the sativa and indica ratio of this strain is 50-50, you need not worry about getting too sedated or anxious. Taking a small puff of this should be enough to get that much needed beginner’s high.

What’s the Best Way to Take Marijuana for Beginners?

The method of which you consume marijuana will affect the actual high that you feel. To be honest, there is no best way for beginners to consume marijuana as different people will have different preferences.

The most common way, however, is with a bong or joint. The high takes effect as quick as 10 to 20 minutes but it can strain your lungs overtime. Others also use a vaporizer for their marijuana which can be quite an expensive investment but has less strain on your health. Then there’s edibles which is food that’s infused with marijuana. The effects take longer (up to 2 hours) and can the lead the user to eat more for fear that the effects are not there. Take just the right amount and suspense of not knowing when the high will take effect should make for an thrilling experience.

In Conclusion

Only you know what your body can tolerate. To fully enjoy your first few times with marijuana, make sure to take it slow and listen to your body. If it’s too much, take the THC a notch lower and adjust as needed.

Stay safe and smoke responsibly!