Today’s review goes in-depth on the CBG strain, John Snow. You’ll get everything you ever wanted to know about it including genetic lineage, chemical profile, best uses, and more.
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John Snow CBG Hemp Flower Review
John Snow CBG is a strain that is bred to yield higher concentrations of Cannabigerol (CBG). CBG is considered the building block of phytocannabinoids. This is because it’s used to synthesize most other major cannabinoids including CBD and THC.
Rather than harvesting a crop early to get CBG before it is converted to other cannabinoids, breeders have crafted this unique strain that produces copious amounts of Cannabigerol at maturity.
John Snow CBG’s indica dominant genetics produce a significant amount of floral and skunk-like aromas. It gives a thick cloud of pungent smoke followed by a sweet and spicy aftertaste thanks to the secondary terpene content.
Dubbed, “John Snow”, after the Game of Thrones character, its namesake also points to the fact that these light green buds are covered in crystallized trichomes making it appear snow-covered or dipped in sugar.
Since John Snow contains more CBG than any other phytocannabinoid, its best benefits are to be found in its anti-inflammatory properties.
The unique combination of hemp compounds in John Snow CBG synergizes to activate a therapeutic phenomenon commonly referred to as the entourage effect. This happens when the beneficial properties of the components combined become exponentially greater than any individual compound by itself.
Genetics
Reportedly, John Snow CBG was born from a rare cross of Jack The Ripper and Philly Sour Diesel strains, which makes John Snow CBG a hybrid hemp strain with an indica lineage.
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John Snow CBG has very low amounts of THC and CBD and instead has been cultivated specifically for the phytocannabinoid, CBG. It is a strain that almost certainly requires indoor growing and expert level cultivation skills.
Terpene Profile
Terpenes are naturally occurring aromatic compounds found in hemp flower that have unique therapeutic properties in humans.
They guide the effect of phytocannabinoids and help you predict how you might experience each particular strain.
Total terpene content 3.96 mg/g
Secondary terpenes include Myrcene and Humulene.
Primary terpenes include:
· Bisabolol 1.6 mg/g
· Guaiol 1mg/g
· Caryophyllene .7 mg/g
Bisabolol
Bisabolol is a floral, flowery smelling terpene that can be noticed in jasmine, apples, lilac, chamomile, and other types of plants. It’s known to have anti-irritant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-microbial properties.
Guaiol
Guaiol, native to the guaiacum plant, has been used for centuries for its perceived benefits to skin health and is known for its powerful anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties. It gives John Snow CBG hemp flower a particular floral aroma that can also be noticed in tropical flowers and cypress pine.
Caryophyllene
Caryophyllene is most commonly associated with black peppercorn and anti-inflammatory properties. It gives John Snow CBG its spicy clove-like aftertaste and has numerous other potential therapeutic properties that fight off illness and support endocannabinoid system functioning.
Phytocannabinoid Profile
Phytocannabinoids are the lipid-like compounds produced naturally within the mature, resinous calyxes of hemp flowers that give the plant its beneficial properties.
While most strains on earth are either CBD or THC dominant, John Snow is characterized by its predominant terpene, Cannabigerol (CBG). Let’s unpack the phytocannabinoid profile of the John Snow Hemp strain.
· Total CBG content 16.43%
· Total CBD content .68%
· Total phytocannabinoid content 17.50%
John Snow contains high amounts of Cannabigerol and extremely low concentrations of Cannabidiol (CBD) and other secondary cannabinoids.
While there are minimal secondary phytocannabinoids, there is still enough to synergize with terpenes and activate the healing power of the entourage effect.
John Snow CBG is best used to improve perceptions of inflammation and pain related to inflammation pertaining to –
· Eye pressure
· Head and neck pain
· Headaches and migraines
· Joint pain
· Muscle soreness
This strain’s unique character and combination of active hemp compounds provide a naturally calming effect, encouraging restful relaxation.
John Snow CBG is best classified as a daytime smoke. However, if its painful inflammation keeping you awake at night when you should be sleeping, then it may benefit you in the evenings as well as in the daytime.
Overall Rating 4/5
We’re typically into high-CBD strains here at Mr. HempFlower, but John Snow CBG has opened up our minds to a broader world of possibilities with hemp.
There is so much more to learn about the beneficial properties of phytocannabinoid compounds like Cannabigerol along with other natural plant components like terpenes and flavonoids.
We love this strain for its unique character and profile. We will only take one point off because we’d like to see this strain boast a bit more CBD content.
· High CBG content
· Low CBD content
· Significant array of diverse terpenes and flavonoids
· Great flavors, aroma, and bag appeal
· High quality indoor cultivated
John Snow Strain Review Highlights
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FAQs About John Snow
How much CBG does your John Snow hemp flower contain?
Our freshest inventory of John Snow hemp flower contains 16.43% Cannabigerol (CBG) and an additional 1.07% secondary cannabinoid content including THC-A and CBD.
Is John Snow CBG a daytime or nighttime smoke?
John Snow CBG is best described as a daytime smoke. Depending on your circumstances and disposition, however, John Snow may also improve restfulness and the ability to fall asleep comfortably at night.
Will John Snow CBG get you high
John Snow CBG will not get you because it doesn’t contain a significant amount of psychoactive cannabinoid content. People who use hemp flower report that it induces relaxing, semi-euphoric type effects that aren’t considered as psychoactive.
Is it legal to smoke hemp flower?
It is legal in all 50 states to enjoy hemp flower as long as it contains less than .3% THC content by volume. Under the Hemp Farming Act written into the 2018 Hemp Farming Bill, “hemp” and “CBD” were removed from the definition of marijuana.
This transferred regulatory authority of hemp to the US Department of Agriculture. Always consult local and state policies regarding hemp flower and act in accordance with the law.