Azarius Blog
Guides, reviews, and insights from Europe's trusted smartshop since 1999.
Big Tobacco Dutch Cannabis Experiment: Marlboro Buys In
Big Tobacco Dutch cannabis experiment: Altria (Marlboro) is now a stakeholder in CanAdelaar via Cronos. Why this should worry every consumer.
When Did Humans Start Smoking Cannabis? 12,000 Years
When did humans start smoking cannabis? Chemical proof goes back 2,700 years — and the full plant-human story runs 12,000 years deep.
Royal Queen Seeds Wins 3× First Place at HighLife Cup 2026
Royal Queen Seeds HighLife Cup 2026: three trophies for Green Crack Punch, Triple G and Sticky Queen at Europe's oldest cannabis competition.
Ancient Psychedelic Mushrooms: Every Species Explained
A tour of ancient psychedelic mushrooms — from Aztec teonanácatl and the liberty cap to Amanita muscaria, María Sabina and the Stoned Ape idea of…
Mary Jane Berlin 2026: Why We're Going (And You Should Too)
Mary Jane Berlin 2026 runs 11–14 June at Messe Berlin. Here's why the Azarius team makes the visit every year — and how to attend yourself.
THE PLANT Documentary: Trailer, Premiere & Cast Revealed
THE PLANT documentary trailer is here. Royal Queen Seeds and High Films premiere at Mary Jane Berlin on 11 June 2026. Watch and save the date.
Bufo Toad Venom: Stronger Than DMT — 5-MeO-DMT Guide
Bufo alvarius toad venom contains 5-MeO-DMT — 4-6x more potent than NN-DMT. Learn about the ceremony, effects, dosing, safety, and conservation…
The Best Stoner Movies Ever — Ranked by Tier
The best stoner movies ever, ranked S to F tier. From Fear and Loathing to Pineapple Express — and the sequels to skip tonight.
Saint Vincent Pheno Hunt: A Landrace Survives a Volcano
The Saint Vincent pheno hunt documents Caribbean landrace sativa genetics rescued by Rastafarian farmers after La Soufrière erupted in 2021.
Thailand Cannabis Documentary: Inside The Boom Recap
A recap of the Thailand cannabis documentary: post-COVID policy, three farmers, market crash, and the secret mountain rehab clinics behind the…
Cannabis Combustion Chemistry: What 900°C Does to THC
Cannabis combustion chemistry explained: how 900°C creates formaldehyde, benzene and CO from cannabinoids, and how vaporising and edibles avoid it.
Max from Royal Queen Seeds on F1 Hybrids and Home Grow
Max from RQS on F1 hybrid cannabis seeds, autoflower mistakes, the THC% myth and why home growing is a human right worth defending.
GrowDiaries in 2026: The Grower Community That Beats Marketing
How growdiaries.com became the go-to grow journal community in 2026 — and why Azarius is joining soon to host strain competitions.
Moon Rocks: The Most Potent Thing in Your Bowl
Moon rocks cannabis explained — what they are, why they hit harder than regular flower, and how to smoke them properly without wasting them.
420: The Real Story Behind Cannabis Culture's Day
What does 420 mean? The real origin story of the 4:20 code, how it went global, and how to celebrate 420 in 2026. From Azarius, Amsterdam since 1999.
Static Hash Explained: Purity, Potency & Process
What is static hash and why is it different from dry sift? We break down the electrostatic extraction process, potency levels, and why static hash…
Best California Cannabis Strains 2026 — Top 8 Ranked
The best California cannabis strains 2026 has on offer, ranked. Jealousy, Black Runtz, Blood Money and five more — THC, terpenes, honest picks.
Best Cannabis Hangover Drinks: 5 Fixes That Actually Work
The best cannabis hangover drink isn't a miracle cure — it's hydration done right. Here are 5 cannabis hangover drink picks and 2 recipes that work.
Grandmas Trying Magic Mushrooms for the First Time
Three grandmas, a moderate dose of magic mushrooms, no script — Cut's psilocybin counterpart to their viral cannabis grandmas video. Age-restricted on YouTube, click-through embedded below.
Top Cannabis Influencers and Entrepreneurs Shaping 2026
Discover the top cannabis influencers and celebrity entrepreneurs driving the industry in 2026. From Snoop Dogg to Dope as Yola, learn who matters…
Grandmas Smoking Weed for the First Time
Three grandmas smoked weed for the first time on Cut's YouTube channel in 2014. 70 million views later, it's still the best cannabis video on the internet.
Fly Like an Eagle — Steve Miller Band & Cannabis Culture
Why Fly Like an Eagle became the ultimate smoke session song, Steve Miller's cannabis connection, and the best music for a session.
2Pac and Weed — West Coast Strains He Knew
The West Coast strains 2Pac knew, what he'd think of today's weed, and how to grow the classics yourself.
Tyson 2.0 x Royal Queen Seeds — 6 Strains Reviewed
Tyson 2.0 Royal Queen Seeds collab: 6 cannabis strains at Azarius. Gelato 44, Punch Pie, Dynamite Diesel, NYC Sour D — genetics and yields.