CHAPTER 01 · CANNABINOIDS
THC vs. CBD, the cheat sheet
The plant makes 100+ compounds called cannabinoids. Two do most of the heavy lifting.
THE RATIO MATTERS — HOW TO READ A LABEL
20:1 CBD:THC
All calm, no buzz. The gentlest lane.
5:1 CBD:THC
A light edge — popular with new folks.
1:1
Balanced and manageable, day or night.
1:20 CBD:THC
The classic high. Know your dose first.
CHAPTER 02 · TERPENES
Why smell matters
Terpenes are the aromatic oils that make lemons lemony and pine forests piney — and they shape how a strain feels. Two jars with identical THC numbers can land completely differently. Read the terpene profile, not just the THC percentage — and trust your nose.
Myrcene
ALSO IN: MANGO, HOPS, THYME
Earthy and musky. The classic "couch" terpene — common in strains people reach for at night.
Limonene
ALSO IN: CITRUS PEEL, JUNIPER
Bright lemon-orange lift. Often associated with sunnier, more social moods.
Pinene
ALSO IN: PINE NEEDLES, ROSEMARY
Smells like a Catskills trail. Often described as clear-headed and alert.
Caryophyllene
ALSO IN: BLACK PEPPER, CLOVES
Warm and spicy. A favorite in rich, full-bodied evening strains.
Linalool
ALSO IN: LAVENDER, MINT
Soft and floral — the lavender-field note. Often described as soothing.
Humulene
ALSO IN: HOPS, BASIL, GINGER
Earthy and hoppy, like a good IPA. Rounds out woodsy profiles.
The entourage effect: the working theory that cannabinoids and terpenes do more together than in isolation — it's why full-spectrum products can feel different from pure THC distillate at the same number.
CHAPTER 03 · STRAIN TYPES
Indica · Sativa · Hybrid
The old trail map. Useful as a starting point — but the terpene profile usually predicts the ride better than the label does.
INDICA
"In-da-couch."
Heavier, body-forward, wind-down energy. The after-dinner, record-on lane.
BEST WHEN: EVENING · PORCH · SLOW SUNDAY
SATIVA
Up and at 'em.
Brighter, head-forward, chatty energy. The playlist-making, trail-walking lane.
BEST WHEN: DAYTIME · CREATIVE · SOCIAL
HYBRID
Whatever the breeder wanted.
Most modern strains. Effects follow the specific cross — read the terpenes, ask the counter.
BEST WHEN: ANYTIME · VARIES BY CROSS
HEADS UP: MODERN RESEARCH SUGGESTS TERPENE PROFILES PREDICT EFFECTS BETTER THAN INDICA/SATIVA LABELS. START THERE, THEN TRUST YOUR NOSE.
CHAPTER 04 · METHODS
How you take it changes it
Same plant, six lanes, six different rides. Pick by how fast you want it and how long you want it to last.
Flower
ONSET 1–10 MIN · LASTS 1–3 HRS
The classic. Fast feedback makes it easy to pace yourself. Shop flower.
Prerolls
ONSET 1–10 MIN · LASTS 1–3 HRS
Flower, rolled and ready — zero equipment, easy to share, easy to put down.
Vapes
ONSET 1–10 MIN · LASTS 1–3 HRS
Quick, low-smell, pocketable. Small puffs, short waits between them. Shop vapes.
Edibles & drinks
ONSET 30–120 MIN · LASTS 4–8 HRS
Slowest to arrive, longest to stay. The #1 place to start low and go slow. Shop edibles.
Tinctures
ONSET 15–45 MIN · LASTS 2–6 HRS
Measured drops under the tongue — the most precise, predictable way to dose.
Topicals
WHERE YOU PUT IT · NO HEAD HIGH
Balms and lotions applied to skin. Generally non-intoxicating — the no-buzz lane.
CHAPTER 05 · DOSING
Start low. Go slow.
Especially with edibles. A too-big dose won't hurt you long-term, but it can park you on the couch for an uncomfortable evening. The fix is boring and reliable: small doses, long waits.
THE EDIBLE DOSE-O-METER
MOST NY GUMMIES ARE 5–10MG EACH. CUT THEM. GENERAL GUIDANCE, NOT MEDICAL ADVICE.
THE STARTER RULES
2.5–5mg if you're new. Quiet evening, no plans, somewhere comfortable.
Wait 2 hours before more. Most rough nights start with "this isn't working" at minute 45.
Eat something first. An empty stomach makes edibles faster, stronger and less predictable.
Mark the wrapper. Cut gummies, write doses down, keep everything locked away from kids and pets.
Don't mix with alcohol. It amplifies things unpredictably — let cannabis be the only thing on the ticket.
Too high? Water, a snack, somewhere calm — it passes. Questions before you dose? Call us: (845) 802-0831.
CHAPTER 06 · FIRST TIME
First visit? Here's the playbook.
01
Bring your ID
21+, valid, any state or country. We check everyone at the door — takes ten seconds.
02
Say it's your first time
Our favorite customers. We'll slow down, show you the cases, and skip the jargon.
03
Start gentle
A 2.5mg edible or a high-CBD pick. You'll feel something — not everything.
04
Pick a comfy spot
Your couch, a friend's porch. Not a concert, not a first date, never a car.
05
Eat & hydrate
A meal beforehand, water within reach. Dry mouth is the most common side effect.
06
Don't mix
No alcohol the first time. On prescriptions? Talk to your doctor first.
07
Give it time
Edibles are slow. Two full hours before you even think about more.
08
Have an exit plan
If it's too much: lie down, breathe, snack, wait. It passes. You're okay.
CHAPTER 07 · GLOSSARY
The dispensary dictionary
Eighth
3.5 grams — one-eighth of an ounce. The standard flower purchase.
Preroll
A joint, rolled for you — from house blends to single-strain top shelf.
Concentrate
Anything denser than flower: rosin, resin, badder, wax.
Live resin
Made from fresh-frozen plants instead of cured — extra terpene-rich.
Rosin
Solventless concentrate made with heat and pressure only.
Cart
Vape cartridge — screws onto a standard 510-thread battery.
COA
Certificate of Analysis — the lab results. Every NY product has one; ask us.
Top shelf
Premium flower — bigger buds, more resin, hand-trimmed.
Smalls
Smaller buds off the same plant at a friendlier price. Great value.
Terpenes
Aromatic oils that shape smell and feel. The real menu.
Onset
How long until you feel it. Minutes for smoke, up to 2 hours for edibles.
Microdose
A barely-there dose, ≤2.5mg for edibles. Where smart people start.
CHAPTER 08 · NEW YORK FAQ
Things people actually ask
How much can I possess in New York?
Adults 21+ can possess up to 3 ounces of flower and up to 24 grams of concentrate. Keep it out of reach of kids and pets, and don't cross state lines with it.
Can I drive after consuming?
No — impaired driving is illegal in NY, full stop. Plan a ride, wait it out, or make an evening of Kingston. We'll happily point you to good takeout.
Where can I legally consume?
Generally on private property with the owner's blessing, and broadly where tobacco smoking is allowed. Never in a vehicle, and not in schools, workplaces or on federal land. Local rules vary — when in doubt, take it home.
Do I need a medical card to shop here?
Nope — we're adult-use. Anyone 21+ with valid government ID can shop, including visitors from out of state. Delivery works the same way — ID at the door.
Will CBD show up on a drug test?
It might — even hemp-derived CBD can carry trace THC. If you're tested for work, have that conversation before trying any cannabis product.
Can I grow at home in New York?
Yes — adults 21+ can grow up to 3 mature and 3 immature plants (household caps apply). Check the current rules at cannabis.ny.gov.
EDUCATIONAL ONLY — NOT MEDICAL OR LEGAL ADVICE. FOR ADULTS 21+. PLEASE CONSUME RESPONSIBLY. PROBLEM USE? CALL HOPENY: 1-877-8-HOPENY.