Colorado Dispensary Reviews
I wanted to give some of my first impressions after trips to a few local dispensaries. I have been to C3 Initiatives, ReLeaf Center, Herbal Connections, & Herbal Remedies. The most important aspects to me when rating a dispensary are PRICE & QUALITY. Here's some brief info on each:
C3 Initiatives - This was the first place I went based on some of the reviews that I have seen here. This dispensary is no frills... basically it's a room in a community center. The guy, Ricky, was very friendly and helpful and spent over 30 minutes with me since it was my first trip. This place has VERY fair prices... the best prices that I've seen yet. However, I was not impressed with quality. It was not bad, but it was not the TOP quality that I was looking for. I will potentially come back here for economic reasons, but if I have the money, I will probably go somewhere else.
ReLeaf Center - This dispensary was really nice on the inside... hardwood floors, etc. They offered some snacks while waiting, nice folks. I had to sign some paperwork that said I was signing over primary caregiver, but the attendant assured me that it's just temporary (because I didn't fill out and sign the state form). I was a little leary at first, but after visiting a few more dispensaries, this seems common. You're basically giving them "temporary" caregiver status, although it doesn't say "temporary".
Anyway, I thought the quality here was significantly better than what I saw at C3. The herb was good quality, however, the edibles were crap! I got one for $8 and barely felt anything. I would steer clear from their edibles.
Prices here were too high for me. Top-shelf strains were like $62/eighth. Oz's for $410. However, I may be back for when I want top-shelf to see what they have. I was paying $400/oz on the black market for VERY TOP-SHELF meds, so $410 is pretty comparable. However, I will keep hunting for similar quality (or better) at cheaper prices.
Herbal Connections - This dispensary was pretty nice. The waiting room had a better feel than the ReLeaf, although it wasn't as swanky. People were hanging out having discussions and I even saw a packed bowl sitting there. May be able to smoke while you wait, but I didn't see anyone doing it. The prices here seemed much better than ReLeaf prices... maybe not as good as C3 though. The selection was pretty limited when I was in. They had a few strains and their top quality, Jack Flash, looked pretty good although I didn't try it. I picked up a few edibles and they were GREAT! Much better than the edibles at ReLeaf Center and they were only like $6-7. I got a triple-strength and it was probably a little stronger than what I was looking for... although I don't think I like edibles as much as vaporizing/smoking. Anyway, I'll be back here for sure to get another look at the herb selection. Seems like it could be a good middle ground for quality meds at fair prices.
Herbal Remedies - I was in this dispensary awhile back to have a doctor referral, so I wasn't actually shopping here. However, this dispensary has buds up front in the waiting room behind a glass case so you can get some idea of their inventory. I wasn't very impressed with this place. I immediately got the impression that it was all about the dollar bill here. I had some concerns about the price of the referral that they didn't explain to me on the phone and when I raised them, they were extremely rude... saying I was wrong and they couldn't possibly have given me incomplete/wrong information. I was pissed enough about getting some attitude that I took my business elsewhere. From what I saw of their product I would say they are way overpriced. I saw eighths going for $50-$75. The $75 eighth I saw was not that impressive either. The quality was good, but I've seen better. For $75 an eighth, that shit better culminate in an orgasm after smoking. Also, they had a case with plant "tops". These were "choice" nugs that they apparently felt justified in charging an even higher premium for since they were plant "tops". Gimme a break!! Charging more for tops!! Granted the tops may theoretically be higher in THC, but I bet it's not even noticeable... the difference in my opinion is negligible. Anyway, I don't think I'll be back here unless I hear things have changed.
So, those are some of my first impressions. And my first impressions have led me to believe that the only way to go is to grow your own. I ultimately need to grow my own in order to not go broke, however, I'm pretty sure I'll be back to a few of these to fill in the gaps.
Colorado Dispensary Reviews
Nice Lampost...way to contribute!
I agree with most, if not everything you posted. Sounds like ReLeaf might've went down in prices. And yes, they were pretty nice people. Also, you can smoke at Herbal Connections...good edibles, I agree!
Its pretty amazing how shitty some dispensaries are. Because there are so many options elsewhere, I will avoid Herbal Remedies based on your review. I'm not interested in getting the same treatment. I've already had enough poor experiences. Some places are all about the dollar. HR probably buy from other growers so they have to hike up the prices just to make anything. Seems like most of what they are about is dishonest and I'd rather spend money at places like C3 who actually feel like nice, caring, patient people. Good lookin' out!
Colorado Dispensary Reviews
I loved C-3 initiatives. Maye I am not used to the same quality as others, but I thought every type I purchased was the BOMB! THE afgoohi and the sour diesal are awesome. He also had keif for 20 a gram. Tons of edibles that were great. the chocolate was amazing. The thing that impressed me was, Rick and Shane are great guys who are in this for the right reasons. Rick doesn't even get paid. It is a non-profit-organization for patient's rights. We should support these type of places. They are the only type of dispensary that cares about you instead of a profit. The negative: It takes a while to get your meds because they have the dispensary in a tiny room, and patients are seen one at a time. And although Rick and Shane are great guys, they like their meds, therefore it does take a little more time to get them to quit talking and take care of your needs. I will not be using another dispensary. The quality and the price will have me returning for all of my meds.
Colorado Dispensary Reviews
I would like to give my thumbs up to the folks at C3. I found most of their strains to be top shelf, but passed on the Jack Herrer. It did not look up to par.
We got several strains and the ones we have sampled are excellent. If you can manage to get your hands on Querkle, you will not regret it.
We are sampling the Querkle, Ice, Grape Ape, Cherry Lime, and AK47. The Ice did quick work on my migraine and the Querkle is a pleasure. I will pass on more information as I sample the rest.
I think the guys at C3 give you the most bang for your buck. Quality vs price is wonderful. They are a nice bunch and never rush you and make you feel like a patient not like a pocket book.
I recommend everyone checks them out.
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We stopped in Grateful Meds and saw perhaps the biggest selection ever. Grabbed some cheesecake and chocolates. You *know* what cheesecake I am talking about! We picked up 7 kinds of bud while we were there, all of it top notch. Also grabbed a couple clones. At $350/z sold at that price by the gram, comes out to $12.50/gram. And yea, you don't need to buy an oz to get that price.
THEN, we stopped in One Brown Mouse. Really nice little place, cool owner. From what I gathered, she grew at least some of what she had. Since it was Halloween we grabbed some medicated lollipops. My wife had a fun ride on one of these last night - Thumbs up!! I got a vial of glycerin based tincture ($60) because I was so damn curious. I believe the lollipops were made with this stuff, so I am very hopeful and will give it a shot once all the cheesecake we got is gone.
I also purchased a gram of her sour diesel, which was sold in it's own little jar. It was *outstanding* bud, though pricey ($18/g if I remember correctly). I would have purchased a bunch if the price was lower. Nice hippie boutique dispensary, worth checking out...
Colorado Dispensary Reviews
We stopped in Grateful Meds and saw perhaps the biggest selection ever. Grabbed some cheesecake and chocolates. You *know* what cheesecake I am talking about! We picked up 7 kinds of bud while we were there, all of it top notch. Also grabbed a couple clones. At $350/z sold at that price by the gram, comes out to $12.50/gram. And yea, you don't need to buy an oz to get that price.
THEN, we stopped in One Brown Mouse. Really nice little place, cool owner. From what I gathered, she grew at least some of what she had. Since it was Halloween we grabbed some medicated lollipops. My wife had a fun ride on one of these last night - Thumbs up!! I got a vial of glycerin based tincture ($60) because I was so damn curious. I believe the lollipops were made with this stuff, so I am very hopeful and will give it a shot once all the cheesecake we got is gone.
Glad you left happy, be sure to come back up, we have over 45 strains on the shelves right now.
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Originally Posted by gwendy35
I loved C-3 initiatives. Maye I am not used to the same quality as others, but I thought every type I purchased was the BOMB! THE afgoohi and the sour diesal are awesome. He also had keif for 20 a gram. Tons of edibles that were great. the chocolate was amazing. The thing that impressed me was, Rick and Shane are great guys who are in this for the right reasons. Rick doesn't even get paid. It is a non-profit-organization for patient's rights. We should support these type of places. They are the only type of dispensary that cares about you instead of a profit. The negative: It takes a while to get your meds because they have the dispensary in a tiny room, and patients are seen one at a time. And although Rick and Shane are great guys, they like their meds, therefore it does take a little more time to get them to quit talking and take care of your needs. I will not be using another dispensary. The quality and the price will have me returning for all of my meds.
I forgot to mention that they were out of most of Shane's meds when I was in C3. I did get some Sour Diesel, but they were out of Afghooey and Quarkle. The Sour diesel was good and a bit different. But, I still think the Sweet Tooth I got at ReLeaf was a step-up. Some of the strains I sampled at C3 were a bit dry too.
But yeah, I may come off as a weed snob to some people. I've been lucky enough to get amazing weed consistently, so I usually want nothing but the best. I think C3 has great meds and more importantly, they have them at a great price! But I don't think they have the "best" quality of all from what I saw...
Man, if I had the means I would open up a dispensary and grow top quality meds and try to sell them at about half price. I'd be aiming for $200/oz, $50/qtr, etc. Pretty much double schwag prices. I think if a dispensary could do this and supply the most primo nugs around for an unbelievable price, that they would change the game!! You would steal business from everyone and become a juggernaut making good profits by having more volume.
Also, I think this would ultimately force the other dispensaries to drop prices and sell at more reasonable prices. If I could grow the kind of primo nugs that I like to smoke then I would probably try to do something like this. But I don't think I'm able to do that yet...
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You must return to C-3 for some of the Quarkle. It is amazing! So good it is only a bedtime medicine for me. Definately not daytime meds. The kief is from Afgoohi and it is very good.
Colorado Dispensary Reviews
I stopped in at C3I yesterday and picked up Sour Diesel, Afgooie, Tangerine, and Double Gum. I tried the Sour Diesel and it was the best SD I've ever had. I was considering the Querkle, but I guess I'll pick it up next time.
I think C3's meds might be a little more dry because they don't get rid of their supply as quickly as other dispensaries, basically because they are trying to operate a smaller business, rather than being another Herbal Connections.
Anyhow, Shane told me this and I've read it elsewhere...if your buds are dry, take either a lemon or orange peel and seal it with your buds. It should add moisture back and give it a citrusy taste.
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Originally Posted by Dietblonde
I stopped in at C3I yesterday and picked up Sour Diesel, Afgooie, Tangerine, and Double Gum. I tried the Sour Diesel and it was the best SD I've ever had. I was considering the Querkle, but I guess I'll pick it up next time.
I think C3's meds might be a little more dry because they don't get rid of their supply as quickly as other dispensaries, basically because they are trying to operate a smaller business, rather than being another Herbal Connections.
Anyhow, Shane told me this and I've read it elsewhere...if your buds are dry, take either a lemon or orange peel and seal it with your buds. It should add moisture back and give it a citrusy taste.
I strongly disagree with the practice of putting an orange peel with your buds. I had a friend do this about 10-15 years ago around high school/college. His buds always ended up moldy and he'd still smoke it. If you're gonna do it, I'd only leave it in for less than an hour. It'll also introduce minutes quantities of sugars and such which and give the mold a fuel to thrive on.
