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Visiting a cannabis dispensary as a beginner can be overwhelming. Whether you’re interested in medicinal or recreational purposes, cannabis has endless benefits and alternative ways to be enjoyed based on your personal preferences and lifestyle.

However, marijuana dispensaries in Massachusetts have become like candy stores for adults with an endless selection of products and brands. Finding your groove with cannabis is a process. If you don’t know what you’re looking for or what you like, it can be hard to know what to buy at the counter.

Whether you’re thinking about supercharging your recreational activities with cannabis or planning your first trip to your local Cape Cod dispensary, here is a guide to help you discover which beginner-friendly products would excite your journey with cannabis and make your visit less intimidating.

Flower/Pre-Rolls

Smoking flower is the most popular way to consume cannabis due to its versatility. Cannabis flower refers to the smokable part of the dried plant. You can smoke cannabis in a joint, blunt, bowl, or bong.

Although there are a few ways to inhale the flower, rolling it in the smoking paper as a joint remains the most popular. The effects are almost instantaneous when you smoke cannabis, so it’s best to start slow with a single puff and gauge how you feel as you go.

Nature’s Heritage is a favorite at our Provincetown dispensary and great for beginner smokers. They’re known for premium-quality products with genetically pure strains, grown indoors, and held to the highest standards.

If you’re new to rolling, making the perfect joint that burns well can take time and effort, but pre-rolls are a convenient way for beginners to smoke. Each pre-rolled joint contains about 0.5-1 gram of weed for single use. Pre-rolls are a great way to try different strains while discovering what you enjoy before purchasing in large amounts. Our budtenders are always ready to help you find the perfect pre-rolls based on your desired mood.

Vaporizers

If you tried smoking a joint and weren’t fond of inhaling the smoke, then you might enjoy vaporizers. They provide a customizable and odorless way to enjoy your weed. Cannabis vape devices heat cannabis and concentrates in oil to a temperature that releases potent, favorable vapors when inhaled. Vaping removes the harsh taste of combusted byproducts, which gives you a pleasant flavor.

At most cannabis dispensaries in Massachusetts, you can purchase multi-use or disposable vape devices and cartridges with strains and flavors of your preference. Our budtenders can help you select any vape to enjoy a relaxing solo smoking session on the beach.

Edibles

If you want a smoke-free way to consume cannabis, edibles are the way to go. Edibles are the most beginner-friendly way to consume cannabis because of the variety of flavors and various product forms. You can enjoy the effects of cannabis while eating or drinking something delectable.

Edibles are food and beverages infused with cannabis at different levels. Cannabis infusions can be baked goods, drinks, and the most popular treat, gummies. Although edibles are one of the most potent ways to consume cannabis, it can take up to an hour to feel the onset of effects, so it’s best to start with small dosages.

If you’re new to edibles, 1906 is a great introduction. This edible brand is a perfect choice for beginners and microdosers alike because it is fast-acting, low-dose, and effect-based, meaning you can choose your experience based on the different options available.

Gummies are a sweet and natural way to ingest cannabis. They are typically made with natural fruit and then infused with strain-specific full-spectrum cannabis oil. Wyld Gummies are a great option for beginners because you can choose from a wide variety of natural fruit flavors with a range of potency options.

Cannabis-infused drinks are another beginner-friendly option that offers a faster activation than traditional food edibles. Here at Hennep, we have plenty of THC beverage brands that provide an easy way to enjoy cannabis in a drink format or even add cannabis to your favorite drink without the earthy taste.

For inspiration on how to customize these options, check out our cannabis recipes:

• THC-Infused Holiday Drinks
• Mulled Apple Cider Cannabis Cocktail
• Wake N’ Bake Milkshake
• Elevated Blood Orange Spritzer
• Morning Buzz Cannabis Smoothie 

If you would like to start with edibles, the budtenders at our Provincetown dispensary can show you a variety of products based on your preference.

Tinctures

Tinctures are liquid drops made from herbal extracts in which the cannabis plant is soaked in alcohol to extract active chemicals. Like edibles, tinctures are generally high in potency and taken orally without inhaling smoke. Unlike edibles, tinctures take up to 15 minutes to feel the effects when swallowed orally. The duration can last four to twelve hours.

Another great advantage of tinctures is that they can be used to make your own infused edible. They can be added to your morning coffee or any snack that you’re eating throughout the day.

LEVIA’s tinctures are a great water-soluble option, allowing for fast-acting, evenly dosed cannabis infusions in drinks, sauces, and recipes without altering flavor. Their precise dosing and versatility make them perfect for both cooking and creative cannabis experiences. Check out our cannabis recipes to explore ways to incorporate tinctures into your everyday life.

Ready to make a trip to our Cape Cod Dispensary?

There are endless ways to experience and consume cannabis for your enjoyment. Once you try out the various recreational products available, you’ll know what you like best. Soon you’ll have your own ritual for incorporating cannabis into your recreational and wellness activities.

Our highly trained budtenders are ready to make your Cape Cod recreational dispensary visit an easy one and introduce you to your next favorite cannabis product. We have extensive knowledge and would be happy to answer any of your questions.

You can become familiar with the different cannabis products we carry by browsing through our recreational menu. Or, drop by to visit us in Provincetown to ask us questions in person.