WHAT IS YOUR BUD COSTING YOU?

Although Canada is now recognized as #promarijuana, getting your green for recreational purposes can still prove difficult for some. One very popular question asked by those seeking to purchase Canadian Cannabis is “how much should it cost?”. Because the purchasing of marijuana is only available medicinally at the moment, many sales are handled secretively via the “Black Market”. Since this market has no formal rules or regulations to assure that you will get a fair price, it means that there is a chance that you could be swindled.

WHERE DO YOU BUY YOUR WEED FROM?

Many of us buy weed online nowadays. With online cannabis retailers offering all kinds of products to consumers at the click of a button, there really is no need to get up off the couch #stonersparadise

But there are a number of factors to consider when purchasing marijuana in this way, as some sites can be quite expensive, and others cost very little. There are also other factors to be aware of, not just the prices.

Let’s look at two major aspects to consider if you are buying weed online.

DANK VS> BAMMER – LET’S TALK QUALITY

Obviously, the quality of the weed you buy will make a substantial difference in price. Those that are new to smoking cannabis are at a greater risk of paying top dollar for sub-par pot, while, those with more experience will be better able to spot the good from the bad. Generally, marijuana that includes no stems or seeds, is well trimmed and is aromatic, would be considered high-quality.

But when it comes to cannabis, there is more to it then ‘high’ and ‘low’ quality, it also depends on how you prefer to feel. Understanding the different strains and components in marijuana, and how they affect you, the more likely you are to find a product that is worth more to you.

IT’S WHO YOU KNOW

Just like everything in life, it’s who you know, and it’s no different when it comes to weed. The price you pay for weed depends on who you or who your friends know. Not to mention, you may find the experience more reliable than if you are purchasing weed from a stranger. In the weed biz, it is not uncommon to be charged additional fees on top of the actual price of the product. It is also common to be “shorted”. If you want to pay a fair price, you will need to know how much you’re actually getting. I highly recommend picking up a digital scale, like this one here… (Go ahead, check our weight!)
For these reasons, you should really do some research before buying weed online. Take a look at reviews posted on reputable online forums and do your pricing mathematics (Bud + shipping + free samples = how much per gram??).

There are many other factors that will determine the cost of your bud.  What do you look for before shelling out your green for some green? Do you like professional, creative packaging? Is it availability? Do you prefer storefront dispensaries, so that you can put your eyes (and nose) on the prize before your purchase? Let us know your thoughts and tag us on our social media @kingtutscanna or in the comments section below.

Stay High Weedfam!