Why Knowing If Your Edibles Are Indica, Sativa, or Hybrid Matters

Knowing whether your edibles are Indica, Sativa or Hybrid will help you to pick an experience that’s appropriate to your mood, your day and the effect you’re after. They’re like personality types really: Indica is generally associated with relaxation, Sativa with energy and creativity and Hybrid is the middle ground with a bit of both. That knowledge helps you to select. 

Indica Edibles for Relaxation

Indica strains are well known for their calm, mellow effect and as such Indica edibles are a very popular choice for unwinding at the end of the day. They can be very effective at producing a relaxed, sleepy feeling and are therefore often the strain of choice in the evening or before bed. High Confectionary’s Sleep range utilises an Indica dominant hybrid strain to help provide a more relaxed, restful experience.

Sativa Edibles for Energy and Creativity

Sativas are generally associated with an uplifting, energising effect so Sativa edibles are ideal for the day, for socialising or for getting into a creative flow. They’re not going to be the type of product that will get you super relaxed. The Uplift range from High Confectionary are a Sativa dominant hybrid which are designed to deliver a blissful buzz.

Hybrid Edibles for Balanced Effects

Hybrid strains are the combination of Indica and Sativa traits and will generally give you a more balanced THC edible. Depending on whether the hybrid is Indica dominant, Sativa dominant or balanced it may start off with an uplifting effect and then gradually move into a calm relaxing state. That’s why they’re often such a good option for people who are looking for cannabis effects that work at different times of day.

Why High Confectionary Uses Hybrid Strains

High Confectionary use a hybrid strain in their gummies as they want their THC edibles to have a balanced effect that can be had at any time of day, anywhere. The hybrid is the result of crossing a Sativa and an Indica plant and the products are designed to be comfortable and versatile. They have the Uplift and Sleep ranges so you can choose whether you’re after something to lift you up or something to help you wind down before bed.

Terpenes and Cannabinoid Profiles Matter

Beyond Indica, Sativa and Hybrid there are of course terpene profiles and cannabinoid content which will have a bearing on the overall cannabis experience. The terpenes are the aromatic compounds which give each strain its distinct effect and the cannabinoids (mainly THC) will be the ones that the body will respond to. If you’re going to be using edibles it’s worth looking for ones that have a clear strain profile and are microdosed consistently so that you can get a better understanding of which products are going to be the right ones for you.

Start Low and Go Slow

When you’re trying a new Indica, Sativa or Hybrid edible it’s absolutely essential to start low and go slow. Everyone reacts to THC in a different way so you need to start with a small amount in order to find the right balance for your own body and your own personal preferences. Whether you’re after a relaxing Indica edible, an uplifting Sativa edible or a balanced Hybrid edible, starting low and going slow is the way to have a safe and enjoyable cannabis experience.