Co2okie!!!

I've gone over a bunch of different strains and wax. Now, its time to talk about some edibles. There are a bunch of different types of edibles you can make. Anything from brownies to even fried chicken. What i'm going to talk today is True Labs Co2 chocolate covered Oreos. In all honesty, these could be considered dangerous because of how delicious they are. I call these crack cookies because as soon as you take a bite, you want another one. There are a few methods of making edibles. The most popular to the public would be canna-butter. But, that isn't the only way. You can also use Co2 oil or even use wax to make edibles. Im which both of these methods tend to be stronger. The chocolate cover oreos are made with 44mg of Co2 oil. The perks of using Co2 oil over canna-butter is the taste and potency. Canna-butter tends to taste a lot like weed and sometimes seems weak because its hard to distribute how much goes into a product evenly. Co2 is very easy to spread out in food so it has a more even potency throughout the products. The Ture Labs Oreos are absolutely great for low tolerance patients that aren't fans of smoking but need a natural sedative. They are fantastic for pain relief and insomnia.  Hopefully you get to enjoy one or two during this winter hibernation months!!! -Colin 

DEATH STAR!

In celebration of this weeks Force Awakens premier we present to you Death Star! Finally an indica that is appropriate for night and day time. Of course it would be named after Star Wars. Death Star is a blend of the indica strain Sensi Star and the sativa Sour Diesel. Both strains have such dramatic effects that you would think the high from them being put together would drive you insane. Death Star is known to be a heavy indica, which is true but, the amount of euphoria that it takes from its sativa side is amazing. This strain is recommended for daytime or nighttime. It has great pain relief and tones of mental help. I would say this is a great strain to keep around for an anytime use. Its fairly popular now-a-days so, i'm sure you won't have trouble finding it! Keep it real! -Colin

Token Tuesdays with Colin: Blue Dream

When crossing the Blueberry indica strain and the legendary Haze sativa strain, you get an absolute amazing hybrid called BLUE DREAM!!! This strain is as good as it sounds. Every aspect that you look for in a sativa and a indica strain is within this strain. This type of hybrid is considered a sativa dominate. What that means is, when you smoke blue dream you get the euphoric creativeness that you would from a normal sativa but also, you get the relaxing pain relief that you would get from a normal indica. Patients that suffer from pain, depression, or nausea love this strain because normally they would have to smoke a heavy indica to relieve the threshold of these symptoms. Which usually make you very tired and unmotivated. But, because blue dream shares the best of both worlds, it doesn't make you drowsy but still gives you the pain relief with the desired motivation. A great strain to have in the morning with your cup of coffee.

Have an awesome week!!!! Peace -Colin

Token Tuesdays with Colin: Green Crack

This strain is the one that everyone brings up when they try to nay-say marijuana. In no way at all does Green Crack have anything to do with real crack or even butt cracks for that matter. This strain was originally known as "Cush" and hit the scene in the early 90's in SoCal. Somewhere in its travels thru California, Cush got sold to Snoop Dogg and his crew. Its said that Snoop Dogg took a few hits of Cush and said that he was going to call it Green Crack for now on because of how quickly it hits you with energy and how much he just wanted to keep smoking it. This strain is a fantastic morning weed. It gives you every benefit of caffeine and gives you a lot of creative juices. Artist tend to keep Green Crack around cause of how well it helps to break through creative barriers. A great med for anyone who needs motivation, stress relief, anti-depression and pain relief. This is one of the most sought after strains out!!! Have a hazy week ya pot heads! -Colin

 

Token Tuesdays with Colin: Trainwreck

TRAINWRECK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 

I. Fa-king. Love. This. Strain!!!! Seriously tho, one of the best scented and best tasting types of marijuana in my opinion. If you are looking for a cerebral “head high”, as the kids are calling it these days, this is a perfect strain to pick up. Trainwreck has been a household name for us marijuana abusers for decades now. I’m sure if you said the name “trainwreck” around your hippy parents, they would know exactly what you’re talking about. Besides giving a crazy awesome head buzz, this strain is great for patients that suffer from depression, anxiety, appetite stimulant, cramps associated with PMS, RLS, DDD, nausea, muscle aches, and eases pain from nerve damage. I personally have found myself leaning towards this strain whenever I’m in need of a pick me up. It helps take a bad mood and turn it right around. It’s also great to smoke during the day because it gives you a euphoric state of mind with a high amount of energy. 

Smoke em if you got em boys and girls! Have a gnarly week!

-Colin

Helmouth Apparel

Vegan Friendly, handmade apparel from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Hellmouths first appeared as the gaping jaws of monsters in Anglo-Saxon Artwork and Mediaeval Theatre.

Most examples before the 12th century were English, and it is speculated that they originate from the Pagan Myth of Fenrir, the Wolf-Monster.
Taking the Norse spelling of Hel, and bringing to life through fashion, Helmouth Apparel is handmade to order in Pennsylvania.

View, and shop, the current line in it's entirety here!

Xo,

Sar Elle

LIKE STATUES

Recently we had a chance to interview Like Statues NEW frontman Eric Booth. Eric talks about recently joining the band and about all the cool things they have in the works this fall/winter. One of which is a new EP called "HELL"  that will feature songs influenced by the Seven deadly sins. Here is the Teaser for their new Single "Gluttony"

"Warning this interview might provoke Kenny Forsgren (Like Statues former Vocalist) to comment a bunch of shit about how he is the vocalist on the tracks you have just heard in the interview.  So we would like to address the fact that Eric Booth is not the Vocalist who is on any of the recorded music you have just heard in the interview. and Eric knows this. Because he just joined the band. So obviously he didn't record those vocal tracks. We get it."

6 OVER

Soo this documentary from Dice and Wild Honey has been out for a few years, but it's still one of my favorite modern day chopper flicks. I've talked about a few guys in the film on here already but this lets you jump into their lives and might show you some people you've never heard of. Give it a watch it's worth it! 

Don't be a square, Jammerz

Founders Backwoods Bastard Scotch Ale

It's here now. Founders Novemberly seasonal Backwoods Bastard. This great big scotch is full of smokey, oaky-goodness. Sort of spiced, molasses notes. The barrels it's aged in impart some vanilla flavors. Huge 10.5% abv makes this one a bit of a sipper, much like a nice scotch. Good now, great later. Save this one in a cool, dark place for a year and you may notice some body added to it. The perfect boozy friend for the chilly nights we're inevitably dealing with now. Pair this with some of that left over halloween candy, because I know you still have some. Cheers!

My Score: 90

Beer Advocate: 97

Rate Beer: 100

Hopeless Lingerie

Since 2008, Hopeless has been creating handmade lingerie and sleepwear, from a small home studio in Melbourne, Australia.

Designer Gabrielle Adamidis is inspired by old films, modern art, the ocean, everything 1980′s, and loves B-grade horror. -Which is all very apparent if you follow her Instagram!

Hopeless Lingerie is cruelty free, handmade (orders are hand sewn in Melbourne by Gabrielle and her small team,) luxurious and beautiful. You may view and shop the collection in it's entirety at the Hopeless Lingerie Website, here.

Xo,

Sar Elle

ADVENTURER

Recently we had Adventurer frontman Steven Christy over to HQ to talk about tour, being on Blue Swan Records and writing for their upcoming album. www.adventurermusic.bandcamp.com www.facebook.com/adventurerband www.twitter.com/adventurermi www.instagram.com/adventurermusic

Recently we had Adventurer frontman Steven Christy over to HQ to talk about tour, recently singing onto Blue Swan Records and writing for their upcoming album. 

Beers 101

It's not that I'm upset. I'm just disappointed. I often am told, "I like stouts but not ales...". Well guess what fancy pants, a stout is an ale. So is that fruity beer your bff Jill likes to smash so when her boobs come out she can 'blame it on the a-a-a-a-a-alcohol'. To hopefully alleviate some of this confusion, I am going to give you the quick lowdown.

There are two types of beer: ales and lagers. Ales are any type of beer that is brewed at higher temperatures (60-75°F). It's the higher temp that allows the specific type of yeast to ferment and quicker than lager yeast. Lagers are brewed at lower temps (around 34°F) and then further stored in cooler temperatures to mature. Lager is a German word meaning "to store". Aside from obvious labeling, a lager will almost always announce itself with lighter, more crisp flavors. Almost always hay/straw in color. Pilsners, marzens and bocks are all prime examples of a lager. There's really not much more to lagers so that leaves just about everything else as an ale. Only a few random styles make an appearance in a 'hybrid' category.

So there you go. Next time your butthole friend says "Fuck IPA's! Give me a real ale!", you can tell him to go suck a randall. An IPA is an ale. CHEERS!

Purrfect Pineapples

Purrfect Pineapples is a Cruelty Free Lingerie Company based out of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Owned and operated, by fashion designer Erika Shuhendler since 2004; all garments are professionally sewn and serged  for a high-quality, high end product.

Purrfect Pineapples offers a wide array of styles, prints, designs, and sizes ranging from Small to Extra Large. Purrfect Pineapples also offers custom ordering for Plus Sizes and Corsets!

View, and order, the Purrfect Pinneaples Collection in it's entirety here!

Xo,

Sar Elle

Creepy Cheapy

Creepy Cheapy is probably one of the biggest parties of the year! Good people Good Costumes, Good brew and all your favorite local acts all playing cover sets as their band of choice! 

All in all an A+ party. If you are in the area next year, you must attend!  Here are some pics from the party shot by Joe Gall aka Camera Jesus! 

Odd Side Ale's El Dankerino

A lot of people try to mimic the bold style of a west coast IPA, and few get it right. Odd Side kind of nails it. As far as I'm concerned, it's the mid-west equivalent of Pliny the Elder. Had that beer before? Think my claim is ridiculous? Suck it. I've done the taste test and they're not far from each other. Dankerino is a juicy double IPA with notes of citrus, pineapple and a nice pine bite. Just bitter enough but still smooth drinking. Packs a sly punch at 10% too. The name just seals the deal for me. It really is a "dank" beer and the artwork is great. OVER THE LINE!

My Score: 90

Beer Advocate: 89

Rate Beer: 92

Travis Haight Photography

This week my WCW Post is going to cover two of my favorite crushes, Travis Haight's amazing Photography, and a few gorgeous babes... such a great combination.

With Degrees from both Arizona State University, and the Art Institute of Phoenix, Travis boasts extensive Digital and Film Knowledge. His high level of knowledge, and experience is very evident in his portfolio, which also showcases his creativity and talent.

Currently residing in Los Angeles, California, Travis produces astonishing images with a very diverse clientele, and is available for hire for Freelance Projects.

View his amazing portfolio in full, or contact Travis for hire on his website.

xo,
Sar elle

Putnams Halloween 2014

Ok so we know that this show just happened and all but we still wanted to showcase all the awesome work that was put into this show. Including this awesome video shot by our boy Brandan Keller. Keller is the talented brain behind the recent Sycmour Videos . 

All in all it was a great time with tons of friends, great costumes, and a solid line up with : Sycamour, Boys of Fall, Narco Debut, The Worst of, The Head vs The Heart, At the Hands of Victims,  and Know Your Rank! 

Southern Tier's Warlock stout

All pumpkin everything. So, I already covered Pumking, why not keep it going? All you pumpkin haters can suck it, don't drink it if you don't like it. Still haven't gotten your fix? Southern Tier offers another pumpkin-packed brew for your throat hole. This time, a stout. Expect big, bold flavors commonly offered by Southern Tier. Don't leave out big abv's. Dust off those ugg boots because it's time to get white girl wasted on the tasty fall nectars. There isn't much to say separate from what I had said on Pumking, just this time it's darker, more bold and still delicious. This treat comes in 22oz bottles only or draft if you're lucky. Pair it with some chilly ass weather and your favorite boo thang. Cheers, babes.

My Score: 89

Rate Beer: 97

Beer Advocate: 89

Leiknes Oils

This week, I'm taking my WCW Post in a different direction.. A more creepy, nightmare evoking direction, with Leiknes Oils,

Jed Leiknes is an incredibly talented Painter and Tattoo Artist, of all things gory, creepy, decaying, and beautiful.

Jed splits his time between Skin Prints Tattoo Shop, traveling to Tattoo Conventions, and his creepy clown ridden basement in Eau Claire, WI. But regardless of his canvas, Jed produces surreal, dynamic, stunning works of art.

View current prints and products, or contact Jed for a commission (if you're lucky enough to catch him while he's taking them) here.

Xo,
Sar Elle

New Belgium Lips of Faith - Le Terroir

I always want to talk about sour beers every chance I get. I love them. So if you're new to the craft game you've no doubt heard of Fat Tire. It is literally everywhere. Upon tasting your first Fat Tire, you may or may not guess that this brewery has an insane number of tricks up their sleeve. New Belgium's Lips of Faith series has an incredible roster of amazing brews, including some of the best sour, barrel-aged beers I've ever had. One of my favorite beers ever being Le Terroir. This wild ale has a light crisp, easy drinking body but is nicely dry hopped with Amarillo hops for a peachy finish and a touch of Citrus because it's an amazing hop. Having a champagne-like essence this beer is fine on it's own or paired with tons of meats and cheeses. Of course, it wouldn't be surprising that New Belgium's sour program was so good if you had known their head brewer was from a brewery called Rodenbach. If you're familiar with what they do, it all just makes sense. This beer is released once a year and it just came out so go wherever finer beers are sold and just buy up as much as you can. Cheers!

My Score: 100

Rate Beer: 100

Beer Advocate: 96