The Dab Digest: 2023 Emerald Cup Winners

Unveiling a Few 2023 Emerald Cup Winners

Today, we go through the 2023 Emerald Cup winners for Flower and Dabable Concentrate. This prestigious event stands as a testament to the unparalleled excellence thriving within the cannabis community and industry. Join us as we share the winners from each category, celebrating the diverse array of brands and cultivators who have risen to the top. From sun-grown to indoor flowers, and solventless extraction, prepare to be captivated by the extraordinary talent and innovation on display from California cannabis!


Sun-Grown Flower Category:

  1. Rebel Grown – Double OG Chem #15: Rebel Grown clinches the top spot with their Double OG Chem #15, a stellar representation of their unwavering commitment to quality and innovation.
  2. Naughty Squirrel – Venom OG: Naughty Squirrel secures second place with their potent and flavor-packed Venom OG, setting a high standard for excellence.
  3. Greenshock Farms – Peppermint Sleigh Ride: Greenshock Farms earns third place with their delightful Peppermint Sleigh Ride, offering a refreshing and invigorating experience.

[caption id="attachment_121122" align="alignnone" width="300"]Sun-Grown Winner - Rebel Grown Sun-Grown Winner - Rebel Grown[/caption]

Mixed Light Flower Category:

  1. Ridgeline Farms – LANTZ: Ridgeline Farms takes the lead with their outstanding LANTZ strain, a testament to their dedication to excellence in mixed light cultivation.
  2. Preferred Gardens x Doja Pak – 11:11: Preferred Gardens x Doja Pak secures second place with their captivating 11:11 blend, capturing the essence of the Emerald Cup.
  3. Local Cannabis Co – Florida Kush: Local Cannabis Co claims third place with their embodiment of California cannabis culture, the Florida Kush.

[caption id="attachment_121124" align="alignnone" width="300"]Mixed Light Winner - Ridgeline Farms Mixed Light Winner - Ridgeline Farms[/caption]

Indoor Flower Category:

  1. Fig Farms – Blue Face: Fig Farms emerges victorious with their exemplary Blue Face strain, setting the standard for indoor cultivation excellence.
  2. Sense – Gas Face: Sense takes second place with their expertly cultivated Gas Face, showcasing mastery in indoor cultivation techniques.
  3. Cannabiotix – French Alps: Cannabiotix secures third place with their French Alps strain, epitomizing quality and craftsmanship in indoor flower production.

[caption id="attachment_121123" align="alignnone" width="300"]Indoor Flower Winner - Fig Farms Indoor Flower Winner - Fig Farms[/caption]

Personal Use Flower Category:

  1. Brandy Schneider – Mountain Cultured Terp Blendz 241: Brandy Schneider claims the top spot with their passion-infused Mountain Cultured Terp Blendz 241, a testament to personal cultivation excellence.
  2. Derek Roseboom – In The Pines: Derek Roseboom earns second place with their meticulously crafted In The Pines strain, reflecting dedication and expertise.
  3. Colin Teurfs – Double OG Chem (sungrown): Colin Teurfs secures third place with their skillfully grown Double OG Chem, a showcase of sungrown flower mastery.

Pre-Roll Category:

Infused Solventless Extract:

  1. Heritage Hash Co. x Huckleberry Hill Farms – Whitethorn Rose Flower x Whitethorn Rose Live Bubble Hash: Heritage Hash Co. x Huckleberry Hill Farms takes the crown with their masterful Whitethorn Rose Flower x Whitethorn Rose Live Bubble Hash, a true marvel of infused solventless extract.
  2. Holy Smoke by Holy Water – Holy Smokes Papaya: Holy Smoke by Holy Water claims second place with their divine Holy Smokes Papaya, offering a heavenly puff with every hit.
  3. Arcata Fire x Humboldt 36 Farms – Grape Runtz Arcata Fire Hash Hose: Arcata Fire x Humboldt 36 Farms secures third place with their Grape Runtz Arcata Fire Hash Hose, a testament to their expertise in infused pre-rolls.

[caption id="attachment_121127" align="alignnone" width="300"]Pre-Roll Infused Solventless - Heritage Hash Co. x Huckleberry Hill Farms Pre-Roll Infused Solventless - Heritage Hash Co. x Huckleberry Hill Farms[/caption]

Infused Solvent Extract:

  1. West Coast Genetics X Holy Water – Paleta Z x Oz Kush Rosin x Kiwi Resin: West Coast Genetics X Holy Water emerges victorious with their tantalizing Paleta Z x Oz Kush Rosin x Kiwi Resin, a fusion of flavors that delights the senses.
  2. Cream of the Crop – COTC Diamond Barrel Monkfruit x High C: Cream of the Crop takes second place with their potent COTC Diamond Barrel Monkfruit x High C, delivering a flavorful and robust experience.
  3. Khalifa Kush – Khalifa Kush Infused Pre-Roll: Khalifa Kush secures third place with their tribute to excellence in infused solvent extract pre-rolls, a true connoisseur's delight.

[caption id="attachment_121129" align="alignnone" width="300"]Pre-Roll Infused Solvent Winner - West Coast Genetics X Holy Water Pre-Roll Infused Solvent Winner - West Coast Genetics X Holy Water[/caption]

Non-Infused:

  1. Royal Key x Suprize Suprize – ROLLS Ghost Candy Walls: Royal Key x Suprize Suprize claims the top spot with their artfully crafted ROLLS Ghost Candy Walls, a traditional pre-roll masterpiece.
  2. Huckleberry Hill Farms x CannaCountry Farms – Whitethorn Rose CannaCountry #26 Blend: Huckleberry Hill Farms x CannaCountry Farms earns second place with their classic Whitethorn Rose CannaCountry #26 Blend, delivering a timeless smoking experience.
  3. WeedLove – WeedLove John Lemmon 1g Preroll: WeedLove takes third place with their premium WeedLove John Lemmon 1g Preroll, offering a top-tier smoking experience for cannabis enthusiasts.

[caption id="attachment_121128" align="alignnone" width="300"]Pre-Roll Non-Infused Winner- Royal Key x Suprize Suprize Pre-Roll Non-Infused Winner- Royal Key x Suprize Suprize[/caption]

Deluxe:

  1. Rosin Tech Labs x Decibel Gardens x LUMA Farms – Roswell 47/Cali-O (Flower) – Papaya (Rosin) – Hash Hole: Rosin Tech Labs x Decibel Gardens x LUMA Farms claims the top spot in the deluxe category with their luxurious Roswell 47/Cali-O - Papaya - Hash Hole blend, setting a new standard for excellence.
  2. Paletas – Paletas Infused Blunt 2.1g – Jealousy Cap Junky (Hybrid): Paletas earns second place with their indulgent Paletas Infused Blunt 2.1g - Jealousy Cap Junky (Hybrid), offering a premium smoking experience that tantalizes the senses.

[caption id="attachment_121130" align="alignnone" width="300"]Pre-Roll Deluxe Winner - Rosin Tech Labs x Decibel Gardens x LUMA Farms Pre-Roll Deluxe Winner - Rosin Tech Labs x Decibel Gardens x LUMA Farms[/caption]

Solventless Concentrate Category:

Ice Water Hash:

  1. Heritage Hash Co x Huckleberry Hill Farms – Whitethorn Rose Live Bubble Hash: Heritage Hash Co x Huckleberry Hill Farms emerges as the champion in the ice water hash category with their masterful Whitethorn Rose Live Bubble Hash, showcasing unparalleled expertise in solventless extraction.
  2. Heritage Hash Co x Mattole Valley Sun Grown – Purple Papaya Live Bubble Hash: Heritage Hash Co x Mattole Valley Sun Grown takes second place with their flavorful Purple Papaya Live Bubble Hash, delivering a potent and aromatic experience.
  3. Moon Valley Hash Co – Super Boof 119u-104u: Moon Valley Hash Co secures third place with their smooth and aromatic Super Boof 119u-104u ice water hash, offering a truly elevated experience.

[caption id="attachment_121126" align="alignnone" width="300"]Ice Water Hash Winner - Heritage Hash Co x Huckleberry Hill Farms Ice Water Hash Winner - Heritage Hash Co x Huckleberry Hill Farms[/caption]

Rosin:

  1. El Krem x Purple City Genetics x Ahti Hash x Sunrise Gardens – El Krem Moroccan Peaches Live Rosin: El Krem x Purple City Genetics x Ahti Hash x Sunrise Gardens emerges triumphant in the rosin category with their exquisite El Krem Moroccan Peaches Live Rosin, showcasing dedication to quality and innovation.
  2. Papa’s Select x Booney Acres – Strawberry Rainbows Premium Live Rosin: Papa’s Select x Booney Acres takes second place with their delectable Strawberry Rainbows Premium Live Rosin, delivering a potent and flavorful concentrate.
  3. Punch Edibles & Extracts x Redwood Valley Farms – Rambutan Badder Rosin – Redwood Valley Farms/ Bloomseedco: Punch Edibles & Extracts x Redwood Valley Farms claims third place with their expertly crafted Rambutan Badder Rosin, demonstrating expertise in solventless extraction techniques.

[caption id="attachment_121131" align="alignnone" width="300"]Rosin Winner - El Krem x Purple City Genetics x Ahti Hash x Sunrise Gardens Rosin Winner - El Krem x Purple City Genetics x Ahti Hash x Sunrise Gardens[/caption]

Onto The 20th Celebration in August

Congratulations to all the winners of the 2023 Emerald Cup! These cultivators have truly set the bar high, exemplifying excellence in every aspect of cannabis cultivation. From innovation to craftsmanship, their dedication and passion for the plant shine through in every strain.


It's worth noting that in this edition, we reviewed the winners for just flower and solventless concentrates. As we celebrate their achievements, we can't help but look forward to the excitement of the 2024 entries. With each passing year, the competition grows fiercer, and we eagerly anticipate seeing the incredible talent and innovation that will grace the stage.


Join us in Oakland for the 20th celebration of The Emerald Cup, where we'll come together to honor the past, embrace the present, and shape the future of the cannabis industry. If you want to join the two days of festivities, be sure to secure your tickets now at theemeraldcup.com, and dive deeper into the rich history!


Until Next Time, Happy Dabbing!

- The WaxNax Team

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