As college students embark on the journey of legalized highs, Cover2Cover has curated a guide to unravel the mystery of dispensary shopping. It's not just about the thrill but also about knowing your greens. 

But wait, there's a twist! Enter Delta-8, the milder THC cousin. It's the calm, laid-back sibling of regular weed, but beware – it plays by its own rules. Unregulated and sneaky.

In a world filled with buds, how do you decipher the ‘ganja’ from the ‘gonna regret it’? Our experts spill the beans on distinguishing the highs and lows ensuring your experience is lit, not a trip. Stay tuned for the ultimate guide to puffing with wisdom and style.

1. CHECK THE SMELL
   Simply smelling the weed is one of the easiest ways to check its quality. ‘Good’ weed will have a distinct cannabis smell and often has an underlying scent of fruit, flowers, or spices. If it smells like chemicals, don’t smoke it!

2. TEXTURE IS KEY

   If the texture is rough or dry, it’s a red flag. This often indicates that the weed is old and won’t be as strong. Look for a more moist, sticky texture, which indicates freshness. 

3. IF IT’S DULL, IT’S A NO

   Look for green, orange, and purple colors in your weed. Stray away from anything with a gray or black hue, which may indicate that it’s chemically altered. 

4. KNOW YOURSELF 

   It’s essential to research what will work best for you since everybody reacts differently to weed. If you’re looking for an Indica high in sativa, the effect may be different than desired. Think about how you want to feel, especially if you’re a beginner.

If you’re looking for something to keep you energized, think about buying a Sativa strain of weed; if you want something to put you to sleep or keep you relaxed consider looking for Indica strains; and if you’re looking for a mix of both, there are plenty indica-sativa hybrids available.