KNOW YOUR BUD. TRUST THE GRADE.
Read beyond the number.
The report card makes our opinion easier to understand. Here is what to look for in the five written explanations.
Appearance: a closer look
Review photos should show the actual sample, with detail views and consistent lighting. Presentation is one category; an attractive flower does not automatically earn a strong overall grade.
Aroma: describe, don’t just praise
Words such as citrus, pine, herbal, sweet, and earthy help describe an impression. Aroma notes are subjective observations, not verified chemical measurements.
Texture & cure: the feel matters
This category explains the reviewer’s observations about moisture balance, texture, and preparation. A visual or sensory review cannot certify a sample’s safety or detect every contaminant.
Flavor: follow the session
A useful explanation describes the flavor character and whether it stays consistent, instead of relying on a single word like “great.”
Smoking experience: keep it specific
Look for notes about the reviewer’s actual session and any limitations. This score is an opinion about the experience, not a health claim or prediction of how someone else will respond.
Always read the disclosure
How a sample was obtained and whether a relationship exists can help you understand the context. The disclosure is part of the review, alongside the photos, written notes, and video.
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