Archive · 2024-10-24

The new year is fast approaching - hello 2025! - making it easy to start feeling nostalgic about 2024. So much has happened this year, especially in the cannabis industry. With legalization sweeping the country, there’s more focus than ever on cannabis cultivation. Innovations in breeding and a focus on genetics have given rise to the newest weed strains, with incredibly unique flavors, aromas and effects. Top cannabis strains include some re-engineered classics that have been enhanced for resilience and potency, as well as cutting-edge hybrids bred to target specific therapeutic needs. Whether the goal is to enhance your creativity, fight anxiety or just relax after a hard day, one of these top weed strains is sure to cure what ails you. Let’s dive into some of these most popular weed strains 2024, see what they’re all about and find out why people seem to love them!

Gorilla Glue #4

Oh potency, thy name is Gorilla Glue. One of the strongest strains available in 2024, GG4 takes THC levels into uncharted territory. With numbers up to 32%, this is one of the best strains of weed for those battling insomnia and needing help with pain management, as strain reviews claim it can provide deep relief with as little as one hit. GG4 is said to provide a deliciously uplifting high which mellows into a relaxing and cerebral buzz that leaves you feeling “glued” to the couch. A hybrid of award-winning parent strains Sour Dubb and Chocolate Diesel, these chunky buds covered in trichomes are super sticky and have an earthy, chocolatey coffee flavor with an ever -so-slight lemony zest.

Amnesia Haze

Leading the category for best weed strains for daytime use, this sativa provides an energetic and uplifting buzz that will have you smiling and feeling like you’re ready to take on the world. Winner of multiple Cannabis Cup awards, Amnesia Haze has a citrusy and slightly creamy smell and a fresh, fruity, almost hash-like taste.  Boasting light green buds with dark hairs and a blanket of yellow crystals, this is the one to  choose when you want a psychoactive mood boost that will most likely be accompanied by a case of the giggles.

Apples & Bananas

One of the most popular weed strains 2024, Apples & Bananas has a genetic lineage stemming from Blue Power, Gelatti, Platinum Cookies and GrandDaddy Purple. A beautifully balanced hybrid that combines all of the happiness of a sativa with all of the comfort of an indica, this strain features dense, bright green buds with purple undertones and lots of orange pistils. The taste is fruity and tropical, reminiscent of sharply sour apples and sugary bananas, with a spicy aroma. It provides a high that is not only joyous and uplifting but, according to strain reviews, maybe a little arousing as well - making it perfect for date night.

Cereal Milk

From the Cookies Fam and rap mogul Berner comes this hybrid strain created by combining Snowman and Y-Life, which provides mental stimulation and physical relaxation together, making it perfect for creativity and depression relief.  Extremely visually appealing, this top cannabis strain has tapered, almost heart-shaped, olive-colored buds with deep orange hairs and a frosting of crystal white trichomes. Named after that fruity milk that is leftover after consuming a bowl of sugary cereal, this top cannabis strain is said to taste and smell just like that, with notes of vanilla, sweet cream and just a hint of berry. Perfect to watch cartoons with.

Snoop Dogg OG

There’s nothing better than an OG, and there’s no one more OG than Snoop Dogg. As iconic as its namesake and one of the best weed strains out there, this is one of the titans of THC potency and said to be a cross between Lemon OG and Sour Diesel.  An indica-dominant hybrid, it has that unmistakable diesel aroma combined with a sour, earthy and slightly lemony taste that provides a strong and serene buzz that will soothe your soul and uplift your spirit as it wraps you in euphoria. Especially perfect for those battling chronic pain, these dank buds are dusty green with mint-colored patches and have a layer of fiery orange hairs along with sticky-sweet resin.

Green Crack

Originally called Cush by its breeder, Cecil C., this was renamed Green Crack by our infamous Snoop Dogg because of this top cannabis strain’s highly energizing effects. This potent strain provides sharp energy and focus along with an invigorating mental buzz that will keep you going all day and make you wanna dance all night long.  Bred from Skunk #1 and an unknown indica believed to possibly be Afghani Landrace, this sativa-dominant hybrid has dense, tight buds with pale green-yellow leaves and a tangy fruit flavor containing tropical and citrusy notes. Providing a decidedly cerebral high and a big mood boost along with a jolt of energy, this is one of the best strains of weed for those battling depression.

Permanent Marker

One of the newest weed strains taking the marketplace by storm, Permanent Marker was created by combining Biscotti, Jealousy and Sherb Bx. Its scent is eerily similar to that chemically sweet smell of a Sharpie with a taste that is one of a kind.  Dense, oversized buds of bright emerald green with a few scattered purple leaves, lots of thin orange hairs and a smattering of amber crystal trichomes are characteristics of this unique strain that’s racking up awards in lots of competitions. With a super-high THC level averaging around 34% to 35%, this one is especially great for those battling cramping, moodiness and other effects of PMS.

Blue Dream

A more mellow one of the top weed strains on this list of heavy hitters, coming in with an average THC level of 17% to 24%, Blue Dream originates from California. It’s a cross between Haze and Blueberry.  The buds on this one are popcorn-sized and fluffy, neon green with blue hairs and undertones. With a smell and taste of delicious sweet berries, this sativa-leaning hybrid provides a bowl of calm with a side of good vibes. If you’re someone who gets a bit nervous, this is the perfect choice for smoking away your social anxiety.

Golden Pineapple

One of the best-tasting top cannabis strains out there, this is a cross between Golden Goat and Pineapple Kush. It has a fruity and tropical flavor and aroma very similar to sour pineapple. True to their name, these buds have a golden-orange hue and are as beautiful to look at as they are to partake in. Super effective for battling stress, this is the one you want when you have a long, hard day ahead of you.

Wedding Cheesecake

Closing out our list is an indica-leaning strain that’s the hybrid of several different genetic lineages, including OG Kush, Purple Urkle, Big Bud and several others. This one has a taste that is exactly like it sounds - creamy and buttery with a nutty undertone. The aroma is equally delicious with a touch of fresh berries and a hint of skunkiness. With big, forest-green buds, thick orange hairs and a coating of purple, crystal-like trichomes, Wedding Cheesecake is perfect for when you want a full-body high without feeling like you’re sedated. Don’t forget about sharing with your plus-one!

Top Cannabis Strains of 2024: Which One is your Fave?

According to an article in the LA Times, there were 779 unique strains of cannabis back in 2014. Leafly.com currently lists more than 2,300. Regardless of the actual number, there are certainly plenty of cannabis strains to choose from! As you embark on your cannabis journey, remember to embrace your own personal preferences. It’s all about finding just the right kind for just the right vibe. Whether indica, sativa or hybrid, the key is to consider the potency and effects of each individual strain and to always consume responsibly.  If you’re interested in cannabis culture and hanging out with likeminded people, get yourself to CannaCon. CannaCon is the nation’s leading business-to-business cannabis conference with the goal of growing the cannabis industry through educating people on all things cannabis and CBD. CannaCon trade shows feature exhibitors from around the country and seminars delivered by industry experts. With multiple expos around the country, CannaCon delivers an experience you will never forget. Don’t delay, get your tickets today!   This article was originally posted on July 26, 2023 and updated on October 21, 2024.