10 best THCA flower strains to smoke this 420 and beyond

Donny Burger THCA

$40.00 (3.5g)|33.94% THCA

Lucky Elk’s rendition of the indica-dominant hybrid, Donny Burger, is a homerun of a strain, with thick, frosty buds, a loud, gassy aroma, and bag appeal for days. Garlic, diesel, skunk, and spice—oh my! A bold smoke made for end-of-day sessions, expect a deep, relaxing high perfect for seasoned smokers.

1g, 3.5g, 7g, 14g | GMO x Han Solo Burger

Gary Payton THCA

$35.00 (3.5g) | 32.27% THCA

This hall-of-fame THCA strain from United Strains of America is a juicy, social smoke, with giggly effects and a hefty potency. Beautifully balanced, Gary Payton relaxes the body and offers a euphoric, cerebral mood boost. Call your shot and add GP to your bag if you’re a fan of stone fruit, spice, and a locked-in buzz.

3.5g, 7g, 14g, 28g | the Y x Snowman

Ice Cream Cake THCA

$32.99 (3.5g) | 25.7% THCA

Ready to feel cozy? Grab yourself a slice of Ice Cream Cake. One of the best THCA strains coming from Indacloud, Ice Cream Cake invites you in with sweet, creamy vanilla aromas and sits you down with a big portion of relaxation. This indulgent strain can encourage hungry, sedating effects best for nights in, but brings a strong creative spark that’s right at home with finishing a project, listening to music with friends, or watching a trippy movie.

3.5g, 7g | Gelato #33 x Wedding Cake

Sour Diesel THCA

$34.95 (3.5g) | 36.93% THCA

The dream of the 90s is alive at Zaza Fun thanks to their fantastic Sour Diesel THCA strain. Diesel, earth, and a sharp citrus tang greet you on the inhale, kicking off a long-lasting, uplifted, energetic high. A choice companion for a full day of stoney adventures, Sour Diesel is a giggly, creative, all-around good-times enhancer.

3.5g, 7g, 14g, 28g | Chemdawg x Super Skunk

Mr. Nasty THCA

$27.99 (3.5g) | 36.93% THCA

We love this bold and funky Mr. Nasty THCA strain from Bay Smokes for its genius mix of garlic, earthy notes from GMO Cookies and tropical sweetness from Tropicana Cookies. The dense, chunky nugs are coated in a thick layer of frosty trichomes with deep greens and vibrant oranges that are eye-popping right out of the bag. Mr. Nasty delivers a balanced high that pairs full-body relaxation with a social, creative head-high.

3.5g, 7g, 14g, 28g | GMO Cookies x Tropicana Cookies

Purple Kush THCA

$31.50 (3.5g) | 32.80% THCA

Real smokers rejoice: this pure-indica Purple Kush from Pinnacle Hemp throws it back with heavy-hitting, sedative effects and big grape and earth flavors. This strain is known to bring on major bliss and melt stress away. Purple Kush hits with a hefty dose of full-body relaxation, so assemble your snacks, pick your movie, or load your game now, because once you pack this bowl, you’re gonna be locked in for the night.

1g, 3.5g, 7g, 14g, 28g | Hindu Kush x Purple Afghani

Tangerine Dream THCA

$40.00 (3.5g) | 26.8% THCA

Pure Roots Botanicals brings the heat with this organically grown THCA strain that combines an uplifting head-high with waves of physical relaxation. Tangerine Dream is a citrusy treat with a sweet, fruity nose and balanced, sativa-leaning effects. Its combination of clarity and calm makes it an ideal daytime smoke.

3.5g, 7g, 28g | G13 x Afghani x Neville’s A5 Haze

Magic Gum Drops THCA

$35.00 (3.5g) | 26.9% THCA

Super frosty buds, candy and berry notes, heady euphoria: Magic Gum Drops from Arete is the total package. A cross of Bubblegum Sherb and Magic Marker bred by the legends at Seed Junky Genetics, Magic Gum Drops is a unique strain with uplifting, relaxing effects. This indoor-grown bud delivers a balanced, any-time smoke—it’s fresh harvest, so get it before it’s gone!

3.5g, 7g, 14g, 28g | Bubblegum Sherb x Magic Marker

Blue Widow THCA

$45.00 (3.5g) | 29.59% THCA

Vibrant flavors and clear-headed, uplifting highs are the name of the game with this Blue Widow THCA strain from Sluggers. You get the best of both worlds with this sativa-leaning hybrid, with Blueberry genetics lending relaxing effects while White Widow genetics pull the experience into an energetic, giggly place. Expect sour-citrus & earthy flavors and reliable, daytime effects that earn this strain daily-smoke stripes.

3.5g | Blueberry x White Widow

Garlicane THCA

$39.99 (3.5g)

If you’re looking to slow things down and get into a deeply relaxed state of mind, Garlicane from Crysp is the strain to grab. Experienced consumers will appreciate Garlicane’s heavy indica effects for an end-of-day smoke that shuts out all the noise so you can focus on kicking back. Woody, earthy flavors compliment a smooth smoke with a slight pepper-spice kick.

3.5g, 7g, 14g | GMO x Garlicane

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