how do you know if weed is exotic

You can tell if weed is exotic by looking at a combination of appearance, smell, potency, genetics, and quality. It’s not just about being “strong”—it’s about being rare, beautiful, and top-tier.

✅ How to Know If Weed Is Exotic:

1. It Looks Wildly Good

Bright colors — deep purples, lime greens, even blues or pink hues
Orange/red hairs (pistils) and shimmering trichome frost
Buds are dense, sticky, and perfectly trimmed
No seeds or excess leaf material

2. It Smells Loud & Complex

Super strong, unique aroma — candy, gas, fruit, desserts, or funk
Exotic weed often smells so “loud” it can stink up a room through the bag
Not a generic “weed” smell—very distinctive

3. It Hits Hard (But Smooth)

Usually high THC (25%+), but the effect feels clean and flavorful, not harsh
May feel uplifting, euphoric, or deeply relaxing—depending on the strain
Strong flavor on inhale and exhale

4. Rare Genetics or Brand Name

Exotic strains come from premium breeders (like Seed Junky, Jungle Boys, Compound Genetics)
Often limited drops, rare phenotypes, or hard-to-find crosses
Names like Runtz, Cereal Milk, Zkittlez, Pink Rozay, Lemon Cherry Gelato are typical exotics

5. It’s Expensive (Usually)

On the street or at a dispensary, exotic flower usually costs more:
- 💵 $50–$80+ per eighth (3.5g)
- Price alone doesn’t prove it’s exotic—but real exotics rarely go cheap

🚩 Watch Out for Fake “Exotic”

Some dealers just slap the word “exotic” on any weed to hype it up. If the weed:

Looks average (dark green, few trichomes, leafy)
Smells basic or weak
Is full of seeds
Feels harsh or burns poorly
…it’s not exotic, no matter what they call it.

🔍 Summary:

Exotic weed = rare genetics + bold colors + loud smell + powerful effects + top-tier quality.
If it looks, smells, tastes, and hits like luxury, it’s probably exotic.

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