Azarius Blog
Guides, reviews, and insights from Europe's trusted smartshop since 1999.
Saint Vincent Pheno Hunt: A Landrace Survives a Volcano
The Saint Vincent pheno hunt documents Caribbean landrace sativa genetics rescued by Rastafarian farmers after La Soufrière erupted in 2021.
Thailand Cannabis Documentary: Inside The Boom Recap
A recap of the Thailand cannabis documentary: post-COVID policy, three farmers, market crash, and the secret mountain rehab clinics behind the…
Cannabis Combustion Chemistry: What 900°C Does to THC
Cannabis combustion chemistry explained: how 900°C creates formaldehyde, benzene and CO from cannabinoids, and how vaporising and edibles avoid it.
Max from Royal Queen Seeds on F1 Hybrids and Home Grow
Max from RQS on F1 hybrid cannabis seeds, autoflower mistakes, the THC% myth and why home growing is a human right worth defending.
GrowDiaries in 2026: The Grower Community That Beats Marketing
How growdiaries.com became the go-to grow journal community in 2026 — and why Azarius is joining soon to host strain competitions.
Moon Rocks: The Most Potent Thing in Your Bowl
Moon rocks cannabis explained — what they are, why they hit harder than regular flower, and how to smoke them properly without wasting them.
420: The Real Story Behind Cannabis Culture's Day
What does 420 mean? The real origin story of the 4:20 code, how it went global, and how to celebrate 420 in 2026. From Azarius, Amsterdam since 1999.
Static Hash Explained: Purity, Potency & Process
What is static hash and why is it different from dry sift? We break down the electrostatic extraction process, potency levels, and why static hash…
Best California Cannabis Strains 2026 — Top 8 Ranked
The best California cannabis strains 2026 has on offer, ranked. Jealousy, Black Runtz, Blood Money and five more — THC, terpenes, honest picks.
Best Cannabis Hangover Drinks: 5 Fixes That Actually Work
The best cannabis hangover drink isn't a miracle cure — it's hydration done right. Here are 5 cannabis hangover drink picks and 2 recipes that work.
Grandmas Trying Magic Mushrooms for the First Time
Three grandmas, a moderate dose of magic mushrooms, no script — Cut's psilocybin counterpart to their viral cannabis grandmas video. Age-restricted on YouTube, click-through embedded below.
Top Cannabis Influencers and Entrepreneurs Shaping 2026
Discover the top cannabis influencers and celebrity entrepreneurs driving the industry in 2026. From Snoop Dogg to Dope as Yola, learn who matters…
Grandmas Smoking Weed for the First Time
Three grandmas smoked weed for the first time on Cut's YouTube channel in 2014. 70 million views later, it's still the best cannabis video on the internet.
Fly Like an Eagle — Steve Miller Band & Cannabis Culture
Why Fly Like an Eagle became the ultimate smoke session song, Steve Miller's cannabis connection, and the best music for a session.
2Pac and Weed — West Coast Strains He Knew
The West Coast strains 2Pac knew, what he'd think of today's weed, and how to grow the classics yourself.
Tyson 2.0 x Royal Queen Seeds — 6 Strains Reviewed
Tyson 2.0 Royal Queen Seeds collab: 6 cannabis strains at Azarius. Gelato 44, Punch Pie, Dynamite Diesel, NYC Sour D — genetics and yields.
US Psychedelic Reform Hits Record High — 100+ Bills in 2026
100+ psychedelic bills in 35 US states. March 2026 added 11 more. What this means for the psychedelic renaissance — from Amsterdam.
The Most Famous Rappers Who Love Cannabis — And What They Smoke
An honest take on the rappers who shaped cannabis culture — who's real, who's posing, and what they actually smoke.
Top 3 Coffeeshops in Amsterdam | Local Picks
The 3 best coffeeshops in Amsterdam, picked by the Azarius team. No tourist traps — just honest recommendations from locals who've been here since…
Solo Tripping — Is It Safe to Use Psychedelics Alone? Honest Guide
An honest exploration of solo tripping — when it works, when it doesn't, and how to prepare. A conversation starter from Azarius.
Herbal Tea Benefits — What Grandma Always Knew
Discover herbal tea benefits backed by tradition and science. Valerian, passionflower, damiana, chamomile — brewing tips, blends, and why ritual matte
7 Legal Highs That Actually Work — Honest Reviews
Honest reviews of 7 natural legal highs that actually work. Buy kanna, blue lotus, salvia, LSA, damiana, passionflower, and Mexicana truffles at Azari
Psychedelic Comedown Guide: Afterglow, Integration & Recovery Tips
The afterglow, the weird next-day feeling, integration — the full arc of a psychedelic experience. Honest guidance from Azarius.
Set & Setting — Why Your Mindset Changes Everything
Your mindset and environment shape your psychedelic experience more than the substance itself. Practical set & setting advice from 25 years behind the counter.