Cannabis and BBQ Season: The Perfect Pairings for Bank Holiday Weekends

Cannabis and BBQ season. That’s what the bank holiday weekend is all about. Garden chairs emerge from the shed. Charcoal wafts across fences. Everyone collectively decides that today would be a great time to accomplish virtually nothing productive.

And it just so happens that cannabis pairs perfectly well with this atmosphere. Just as food and wine can pair together to create an even better dining experience than consuming them on their own, certain cannabis strains will pair up better with certain flavors and experiences than others.

Pairing Up

Terpenes — the aromatics of cannabis — contain similar chemical properties to flavor compounds found within foods and drinks. When you combine a citrus forward strain with a sharply marinated dish; when you pair an earthy/spicy strain with smoked chard meat, your senses are able to enjoy a combined experience rather than a haphazard mix.

Food & Strains

Smoked meats + OG Kush
Char and smoke found in smoked meats is perfectly matched by OG Kush’s fuel, pine and earthiness. Relaxation-induced full-body effects make those long BBQ days feel exactly as slow-paced as they should be.
Vegetable Skewers w/ Lemon Haze
Bright citrus tones found in Lemon Haze mirror the fresh characteristics of grilled veggies and herb-marinated dishes. Energizing effects keep conversation going throughout the rest of the afternoon.
Barbecue Desserts + Gelato
When pairing a creamy/sweet gelato with BBQ desserts (grilled fruits, BBQ brownie, etc.) you get an incredibly indulgent sensation from both flavors.
Beer & Cheese
Both Craft Beer and Cheese are acquired tastes which require focus and appreciation. The funky/tangy quality of cheese matches the complexity of craft beer.

The Real Point

Bank holiday weekends don’t need much improving. The right strain simply makes a good afternoon last a little longer and feel a little better.

For adults of legal age only. Consume responsibly.