Licensed Cannabis Medical and Recreational Dispensaries

On Thursday April 21, 2022, the state of New Jersey began the legalized sale of recreational cannabis for adults aged 21 years and older. This move has been long anticipated by New Jersey residents—the state’s adult use cannabis legalization dates back to a 2020 referendum, which was subsequently approved by the state legislature and signed into law by Governor Phil Murphy in February 2021, over a year before legal sales would finally begin.

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Zen Leaf is proud to be a high-end dispensary brand known to cannabis aficionados and medical marijuana patients across the country. Our <a href="https://zenleafdispensaries.com/locations/lawrence/">Lawrence Township,</a> <a href="https://zenleafdispensaries.com/locations/elizabeth/">Elizabeth</a> and <a href="https://zenleafdispensaries.com/locations/lawrence/">Neptune</a> dispensaries proudly serve both recreational and medical visitors, aiding in plant-based wellness for all who care to explore its benefits.

While you may see strains or products on the medical cannabis menu that are not on the recreational menu, and vice versa, don’t fret! Our cultivators are hard at work ensuring ample supply and rotating strain variety for adult use and recreational New Jerseyeans.

If you’re planning your first trip to a Zen Leaf dispensary and want to explore our recreational products beforehand, here is a rundown of some of our favorite products and a glimpse of what you can expect to see in our stores. Complete, up-to-date product menus for each individual location are also available at their respective pages.

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Zen Leaf dispensaries carry high-end flower provided by our parent company, Verano Holdings. Verano operates 12 world class cultivation facilities producing over 150 <a href="https://zenleafdispensaries.com/learn/strain-guide/">strains of full spectrum cannabis</a> for use in a variety of medicinal and retail products. The products sold at Zen Leaf and other Verano approved dispensaries originate with lovingly cultivated flower of unmatched quality and consistency. We believe the results speak for themselves.

Consider a few of our favorite strains below. Some of our signature strains are available in multiple products, such as raw flower, concentrates, and vape cartridges. If none of these sound quite right for you, remember that Verano cultivates over 100 more varieties and almost countless products aside from what we’ve listed here. Continue your product research or head to your nearest Zen Leaf dispensary and ask our knowledgeable, friendly staff for recommendations.

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The traditional method of burning cannabis and inhaling the smoke isn’t for everyone. Fortunately, with modern technology offering so many other routes of administration, that’s not an issue. Vaping is one method of consuming cannabis that has emerged at the forefront of the modern retail cannabis revolution. Vape cartridges offer smoother inhalation of vaporized cannabinoids rather than smoking while still giving you a flavorful, satisfying experience that leads to efficient absorption of THC and other cannabinoids.

A typical vape cartridge comes in the form of a cylindrical glass cartridge with metal threads on one end so that it can be screwed onto a battery. The glass chambers that make up the bulk of these cartridges will typically hold a gram or half gram of cannabis concentrate in oil form. Modern methods of extracting THC and other cannabinoids from cannabis have resulted in extremely potent concentrates that can be used for vaping or dabbing.

There are other types of vape cartridges (or “pods”) that snap, rather than screw, onto a battery unit, so make sure you are buying the correct types of vape cartridges for your setup. Zen Leaf dispensary staff can help you out if you’re unsure about this. A typical vape pen setup is rechargeable through a standard USB charger and is as easy to use as inhaling.

Vape cartridge oil can be extracted from a single strain, crafted with THC distillate and added terpenes, or even . Just like flower and edibles, the packaging on a vape cartridge will give you clear information about THC levels and whether the product is indica- or sativa-dominant, or a true hybrid.

One of our flagship flower genetics, Gelato is the iconic strain that fuels the consumer-favorite vape cart.

Another favorite way to consume cannabis products is by noshing on edibles. Edibles come in a wide variety of flavors and dosages, from CBD seltzer drinks to classic brownies with serious THC content. Edibles can be produced in a variety of ways because there are several possible methods for incorporating cannabis into food, such as using cannabis-infused oils or butters in baked goods or making candies made with small amounts of concentrated extract. In addition to having the potential to be delicious, cannabis edibles are a discreet and convenient way to dose without any persistent odors. Be aware that cannabis consumed orally also absorbs into your bloodstream differently than smoked or vaped cannabis. The high that comes from consuming edibles can creep up a bit slower and last significantly longer than the effects of smoking a bowl, so it’s important to start slow when you first experiment with edibles, even if you’re an experienced smoker. Someone new to edibles should start with a dose of 5 mg or less of THC and wait at least an hour before attempting to increase their dose.

(Note—these amounts may represent an aggregate of THC/CBD, THCa/CBDa, THCb/CBDb within the product. Consumers should review the actual product label for exact percentages of THC/CBD.)

Type: 350mg Distillate Sauce Syringe

Description: Fully activated cannabinoid extract that comes ready to vaporize, drizzle over flower, or use in everyday cooking.

Type: G-Line Swift Lifts Mini Pre-Roll Pack 2.5g

Description: Big things come in small packages. Precisely packed to perfection with premium ground Verano flower and housed in all natural cones.

The opening of adult-use cannabis dispensaries across the state of New Jersey has many people excited. If you’re interested in experimenting with cannabis but not sure where to start, visit the Zen Leaf dispensary nearest you for expert assistance, and continue exploring our blog for valuable information. For your next stop, consider checking out our rundown of <a href="https://zenleafdispensaries.com/blog/new-jersey-recreational-vs-medical-cannabis/">medical versus recreational</a> cannabis laws in New Jersey.

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