As the holiday season approaches, cannabis consumers often seek strains that capture the spirit of the season.
Sugar Cookie.
From Christmas-inspired names to flavors reminiscent of holiday favorites, these strains offer both seasonal appeal and current popularity, making them readily available in most states where cannabis is legal.
Whether you’re selecting for yourself or as a gift, here are the top marijuana strains for the holidays.
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Sugar Cookie
This hybrid has remained popular for years, with flavors reminiscent of classic holiday sugar cookies. Known for its calming effects, Sugar Cookie is a popular choice for winding down after a day of holiday activities.
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Peppermint Kush
Peppermint Kush, which combines soothing body relaxation with a touch of mental clarity, has a slight minty flavor, hence the name. This indica-leaning strain is ideal for relaxing and easing pain.
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Jack Frost
Aptly named for the season, Jack Frost offers a balanced high that keeps you energized and social. With pine and earthy flavors, it evokes the crispness of winter air, making it a festive favorite for gatherings.
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Northern Lights
This classic indica provides deeply relaxing and euphoric effects, perfect for chilly nights. With earthy, piney notes, Northern Lights is well-suited for an evening by the fireplace.
Northern Lights.
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Christmas Tree
Known for its piney, woodsy aroma, Christmas Tree brings the holidays to mind with each puff. This indica-dominant strain offers calming effects to help users embrace the spirit of the season.
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Zkittlez
Zkittlez is a hybrid strain with a sweet, candy-like aroma and uplifting effects, making it a favorite in Oregon. Known for its stress-relieving properties, it provides an energizing boost that enhances creativity, making it ideal for daytime use or social settings.
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Candy Cane
This sativa-dominant strain delivers uplifting effects, making it ideal for holiday festivities. With a sweet, minty profile, Candy Cane provides a cheerful daytime high.
Candy Cane.
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Snowball
Snowball is an indica-dominant strain offering deep relaxation with a touch of euphoria. Known for its frosty appearance and earthy flavors, it’s a go-to for snowy nights indoors.
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Gingerbread Man
Inspired by a holiday classic, Gingerbread Man combines spicy, earthy notes with a warm body high and light cerebral effects, perfect for seasonal comfort.
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Permafrost
While its name suggests a wintery vibe, Permafrost isn’t linked to Jack Frost or Blue Frost. This sativa-dominant strain is actually a powerful mix of White Widow and Trainwreck. Its frosty name is inspired by the thick layer of sparkling trichomes blanketing each bud, giving it an icy, snow-dusted look. These trichomes are also the source of its potent THC levels, typically ranging from 20% to 23%.
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Frosty the Snowman
Known for dense, frosty buds, Frosty the Snowman delivers powerful relaxation with mental clarity. Its refreshing, earthy taste adds a festive flair to any evening.
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Ice Cream Cake
Ice Cream Cake is an indica-dominant strain known for its creamy, dessert-like flavor and relaxing effects. Ideal for nighttime use, it’s perfect for unwinding, easing tension, and promoting restful sleep. With lineage from Wedding Cake and Gelato #33, Ice Cream Cake offers sweet vanilla notes with a calming, sedative experience, making it a popular choice for a peaceful night in.
