In Missouri, the first licensed sales of cannabis occurred on February 3, 2023, and it’s now officially considered a legal cannabis state.
With these new laws set in motion, many Missourians are probably wondering what that means. How much weed are you actually allowed to purchase? How much will it cost? What about the best things to do and see while you experience your first hit of legal weed?
Below, we answer all these questions and more for the novices, cannasseurs, and everyone in between. Keep scrolling or skip ahead to the section that most interests you:
Yes, weed is now legal in Missouri. With recreational sales having kicked off in February 2023, adults 21 and older can possess up to three ounces of dried cannabis at one time, while patients and their caregivers may possess eight ounces, which is considered a 60-day supply.
If a patient grows their own cannabis, they may possess up to 12 ounces, which is considered a 90-day supply.
Right now, all cannabis products purchased in Missouri must be consumed in private.
An eighth of weed is equal to 3.5 ounces, which is roughly seven half-gram bowls. And depending on the brand, grow methods, marketing, state taxes, and other regulations, an eighth’s price point can vary across the board.
You can usually expect to find an eighth anywhere between $30 – $70.
How do I find the right THC dosage for me?
When it comes to cannabis, every body is different. Depending on your personal endocannabinoid system, you may react to lower doses of THC more than your closest friend, who may not even register medium to high doses of THC despite having little to no built-up tolerance.
To find the right CBD or THC balance for you, take into consideration the entourage effect, which is the full chemical makeup of the strain you’re consuming — if the packaging has the information, look for terpenes, trichomes, other cannabinoids like CBG or CBN, and the total percentage of the THC and CBD in your cannabis. Or, check out our strains pages for in-depth information on all the strains you’d like to consume.
Concentrates tend to be higher in THC or CBD over plain flower, and some forms of concentrates strip the cannabis of its terpenes or other nuances due to the way that it’s processed. Many edible companies favor concentrates since they don’t have a strong weedy taste, which means that the THC can be masked under globs of chocolate or other desirable edible flavors without losing the high effects.
Moon rocks are usually very high in THC, and you can consume them by simply adding them to a bowl, blunt, or joint full of regular flower; or, if you’re looking for a more intense experience, smoke them on their own.
What should you do when you’re too high?
Colloquially known as “greening out”, consuming more weed than you may be ready for can cause unpleasant experiences ranging from headaches, dizziness, and feelings of unease and anxiety. If you find yourself in a state of being too high, there are methods that can get you through it and sober you up. Some of these include chewing on black peppercorns, taking ibuprofen, calling a friend to calm you down, taking a hot shower, and more.
Remember: there have been zero reported fatalities associated with smoking too much weed. So relax, take a few deep breaths, and know that time will always be on your side.
What should I do when my vape cartridge is clogged?
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As frustrating as it is, it’s not super uncommon to take a pull on a full vape pen and notice that nothing is coming out. If your vape is jammed and you aren’t getting airflow, there are a number of tricks to try before returning it or throwing it out, including letting the oil get hotter before pulling, cleaning extra residue on the mouthpiece with a needle or similar object, or twisting and untwisting the cartridge so that it’s not so tight.
How do I clean my pipe?
It’s important to keep your smoking devices clean since burnt, used weed creates a sticky and tar-like mess that can block airflow and harbor bacteria in your glass. To clean a glass pipe, simply mix isopropyl alcohol, coarse salt, and warm water in a bag, add the pipe, and shake vigorously to loosen up any hardened debris.
A cannabis tincture is a type of extract that is alcohol-based. If you’d like to make your own tincture to add to homemade edibles and beverages or to simply microdose under the tongue, you’ll just need a few common kitchen supplies.
Cannabis has a lot of myths — one of those being that eating a mango before getting stoned can enhance the effects of your weed. The idea behind this is that mangos contain high levels of the terpene myrcene, which is the common terpene that causes those feelings of couchlock when partaking.
As stated above, every body is different when it comes to cannabis due to an individual’s genetic makeup and the chemicals the body will respond to from any given cannabis strain. Edibles are no different, and with them, you must take in other considerations like digestive issues and how quickly your body metabolizes food and other substances.
Think of THCA as being the precursor to THC. When cannabis is heated, it decarboxylates, which is the process of removing a carboxyl group from cannabinoids in the cannabis plant. This enhances its ability to interact with your body’s cannabinoid receptors. Essentially, THCA decarboxylates into THC — you can’t get high from THCA.
What are the 10 stages of being high?
Getting high happens in stages, from the moment you hit your pipe to the slow comedown afterward.
The best weed isn’t necessarily the strongest, especially when taking into account your personal endocannabinoid system. However, we understand that the strongest strains will always get a bit more interest, especially for newcomers thinking about expanding their stash.
Most cannabis brands adhere to the common labels of “indica”, “sativa”, and “hybrid” when describing certain looks and reported effects of their cannabis. In reality, almost all weed on the market is a hybrid, and you’d be hard-pressed to find any pure indica or sativa strains these days.
One effect of smoking certain cannabis strains is heightened sexual arousal, possibly due to weed’s tendency to exacerbate the senses in general. If you and your partner have been thinking about incorporating weed in the bedroom, consider these cultivars recommended by sex experts, which are thought to get you and your love in the mood.
Fun questions
What are the best questions to contemplate while high?
Looking to blow your own mind while partaking? High thoughts are sometimes the best thoughts which can lead to an expansion of creativity and cognition.
