August 15, 2024
Strain Spotlight: Blue Dream
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When it comes to legendary strains, Blue Dream ranks right up there with Granddaddy Purple and Northern Lights. Since it was developed in the early 2000s, the strain’s uplifting and clear-headed effects have earned it a place in the hearts of cannabis connoisseurs everywhere.
If you’ve ever been curious about Blue Dream strain effects, its origin, and what products you can find it in — look no further. Here is your comprehensive guide to the Blue Dream cannabis strain with all the dreamy details you need to know.
Origins of the Blue Dream Strain
Blue Dream, also known as Azure Haze, may be one of the best-known cultivars to emerge from the West Coast in the last 25 years. It was featured in High Time’s list of the greatest weed strains of all time and the best-selling marijuana strain for Leafly in 2023.
Blue Dream originated in Santa Cruz, California in the early 00s, but the original breeder remains a mystery. What we do know is that its genetic lineage stems from a cross between the indica-forward Blueberry and sativa-forward Super Silver Haze strain. Since its inception, Blue Dream has produced many popular sub-crosses, including Pipe Dream, Loran’s Dream, Vishnu Kush, and dozens more.
Is Blue Dream an Indica or Sativa?
The industry classifies Blue Dream as a sativa or a sativa-dominant hybrid. This is mostly because of its energizing effects and uplifting terpene profile.
Of course, sativa, indica, and hybrid are outdated labels that persist despite new research. Whether hemp or marijuana, all strains of cannabis are technically part of the species Cannabis sativa L. This species encompasses a range of subspecies, and historically, botanists worked with two primary types: indica and sativa.
But most experts now feel that few, if any, pure indica or sativa strains exist due to extensive hybridization. Research has increasingly reported that the differences between sativa vs. indica are hazy at best, with one recent study finding that “Sativa- and Indica-labeled samples were genetically indistinct on a genome-wide scale” after testing more than 100 samples. What differentiated one strain from another, says the study, is the terpene profile.
Nevertheless, if you are googling “what strain is blue dream,” chances are the information you find will say it's a sativa or a sativa-dominant hybrid. So, the effects of Blue Dream are going to be in line with other Sativas.
Blue Dream Strain Effects
Whether it's a Blue Dream vape or Blue Dream Gummies, the effects tend to be more energizing than sleepy. Based on anecdotal reports, your experience with Blue Dream may be characterized by::
- Creativity
- Improved mood
- Euphoria
- Clear-headedness
- Gentle physical relaxation
You could say these effects are because Blue Dream is a sativa, a label commonly associated with uplifting experiences. But, as explained above, these effects might not just be from Blue Dream’s genetic lineage but from its dominant terpenes.
Just remember, effects from Blue Dream will vary depending on your tolerance, individual physiology, and several other factors. If you are new to this strain, always start with a small serving size to see how it feels before diving in for a larger one. This could look like one puff of a vape or a bite of an edible, just to gauge how it affects you.
Blue Dream Terpenes & Flavor Profile
Thanks to its signature terpene profile, Blue Dream boasts a sweet, fruity flavor profile with delightful herbal undertones. A few of the most prevalent terpenes found in Blue Dream include:
- Myrcene: Research suggests that myrcene may offer analgesic and sedative properties. Known for its earthy, musky scent, it's also present in hops, thyme, and mangos.
- Beta-caryophyllene: Studies indicate that beta-caryophyllene, characterized by its spicy, peppery fragrance, may possess anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. You’ll also find it in citrus fruits, pepper, and rosemary.
- Alpha-pinene: Usually associated with pine trees, hence the name alpha-pinene is also found in orange peels and rosemary. It smells like a conifer forest and is under investigation for its potential anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving, and antibacterial qualities.
- Humulene: One of the core terpene elements in the cannabis profile, humulene is also a predominant terpene in hops. Studies have explored its anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving, and appetite-suppressant qualities.
- Limonene: Citrusy and hyper-lemony, this terpene is unsurprisingly found in all citrus fruits, lending them their telltale aroma. According to the preliminary research into limonene, it holds promise for its antimicrobial, anti-anxiety, and immunostimulant properties.
Note: these are merely the potential benefits as suggested by ongoing scientific research into the terpenes typically present in Blue Dream samples. There will be some discrepancy in the terpene profile, depending on where you get your Blue Dream cart, gummies, or flower. Genetics only play a fractional role in what terpenes a plant expresses during its growth cycle. The physical growth environment will also play a part, with higher and lower stress conditions leading to different terpene expressions.
This can mean slightly different profiles from one grower to the next and even one harvest to the next. So, while the above are some of the most common terpenes found in Blue Dream, don’t be surprised if you see a slightly different makeup on the Certificate of Analysis, the product, and/or batch description.
What Are Your Options? Blue Dream Products
Is it time to explore the uplifting and energizing effects of Blue Dream for yourself? Hometown Hero works with a hemp variety of Blue Dream bred to have a legal Delta-9 THC concentration. For clarification, hemp is just cannabis with less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC whereas marijuana is cannabis with any concentration greater than this. Our Blue Dream hemp strain retains the authentic essence of the Blue Dream marijuana strain, yet enjoys legality on a federal level!
But how do Blue Dream's aromatic terpenes end up in a packaged edible? We infuse solventless, terpene-rich live rosin from this strain into our Delta-9 THC Live Rosin Gummies, available on their own or as part of a bundle.
With 25 milligrams of hemp-derived delta-9 THC or a mellower blend of 5 milligrams of delta-9 THC and 5 milligrams of CBD, each edible includes a measure of premium live rosin to bring them to life.
Blue Dream, Bundled
To get more with your Blue Dream purchase, why not experiment with effects from a Strain Trio Bundle of Delta-9 Live Rosin Gummies? This bundle includes 10 gummies each from our Northern Lights, Gelato, and Blue Dream collections.
Or, for those looking for both uplifting sativas and sleepy indicas to round out their daily routine, the Live Rosin Day & Night Discovery Pack is the perfect choice. It’s a sampler featuring several different strains, including Blue Dream, Grand Daddy Purple, and Northern Lights.
Are you strictly seeking strains with energizing daytime effects? We have curated a selection for that, too. Check out our Daytime Delight Bundle. This bundle features Blue Dream and Super Silver Haze with balanced THC:CBD live rosin-infused gummies.
Ready To Start Dreaming?
Whether you’re a long-time lover of the Blue Dream strain or have never explored its clear-headed, mood-boosting effects, Hometown Hero has something for you. From mellow THC + CBD Live Rosin Infused Blue Dream gummies to our more powerful Live Rosin Infused Gummies with 25 mg of delta-9 THC, our menu has a tasty strain-specific option.
It's time to start daydreaming with a Blue Dream assist. Until next time, happy exploring, and Mind Your Mind.
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