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I understand the moral dilemma but going to prison is not worth helping out a few (albeit very hospitable) strangers. Seriously it sounds like you've been very lucky thus far so it best not to test it.
The reasoning behind the different high is not just a lower THC content, degraded terpenes, etc. It is the fact that with the lower THC the other cannabinoids are more in ratio when you smoke higher and higher doses while with herb bred to contain high amounts of THC lead to the THC amount raising in a disproportionate rate to CBD and other cannabinoids leading to THC overdose, side effects, and hangover.The high off this KG stays present for a decent amount of time [like I said, 2(+) hours], with fairly minimal burn-out "after-buzz"/hangover (presumably due to the old world genetics of the strain). As far as Kerela Gold's classification, it would almost certainly be labeled an "Indica." However, it has recently been uncovered that the whole Indica/Sativa distinction is a farce, in terms of their actually being two different classes of the plants. It is a label initially used to distinguish shape/height of the plant, but there is no genetic link. Forthcoming cannabis research and literature is revealing that the indica/sativa distinction is of no merit, and the experienced high it is actually a product of the different ratios and combinations of THC, CBD, CBN (etc.) and TERPENES!!! Terpenes are the flavors in your bud, AND they have significant effects on the high experienced! But as I said, using the Indica/Sativa/Hybrid classification, the Kerala Gold would definitely be labeled an INDICA.
Thanks man - I think I have it down pat, now. The (high-quality) powder actually runs quite well, you just have to use 1 small pile at a time... When I smoked with the locals, they broke a bag into 3 runs... When I follow their technique it's perfect. I was trying to do an entire bag in one pile but it definitely doesn't run/chase as smoothly. When the Sri Lankans smoke, they don't even "chase" though. They put a small pile of dope on a tiny piece of tinfoil, and just smoke it in place, no sliding...?The cuts prevent it from vaping leading it to run more with the tar. The freebase if it is pure will liquify quickly and vape quickly or else break down. Keeping the fire further is always ideal. Keep it as far as you can to get vapors that you feel and the only reason to bring it closer is if your not getting effects from your hits.
What I was trying to say here is that the Kerala Gold would be considered an Indica; however, the Sativa/Indica is not an actual taxonomy endorsed by botanists or scientists... It is a purely colloquial term. Basically all medical dispensaries still classify their strains as indica, sativa, or hybrid, but this is likely to be completely discarded in the next couple years, and likely to be replaced with THC/CBD ratios (as you alluded to) as well as the terpene profile.... All the effects previously attributed to indica/sativa are being debunked and re-attributed to terpene profiles... That's why a "Sativa" like Sour Diesel still gives you couch-lock like an "Indica." I'm having trouble finding research to support my claims online; but my brother is the author of the Aficionado's Guide to Cannabis, as well as a prominent figure in the industry (see The Adam Dunn Show)...Also the best way to think about the strains is this.... Indica is that ganja; that good old herb that make you feel good good without no troubles and sativa is the kind; that bud that without respect will make you lose your mind, but can show you the most love as it is bred to produce a good time. Indica has more variety in what it produces while sativa is bred to produce high amounts of cannabinoids (THC, CBD, THCV, etc.)
Okay - I wrote an extremely long-winded response to this but I found an article that can articulate my point a lot more clearly. Here is why the Indica / Sativa taxonomy is deeply flawed, and likely to be discarded/revamped in the coming years: http://theleafonline.com/c/science/2015/01/indica-sativa-ruderalis-get-wrong/ "This new nomenclature should come to replace the old system, because it is grounded in the actual genetics of the plant and is scientifically sound."I completely understand your point, but doubt indica/sativa/hybrid concept will be ruled out.... I need to edit up my phrasing on top as I got mixed up.... Indica is closer to hemp as sativa is closer to ganja/the kind.... Hemp seems to contain a mixture of everything in place of what it lacks in THC while high quality herb is considered resinous bud high in alkaloids, but in western culture perceived as high thc or even high cbd now. Basically indica = not as developed in cannabinoid production vs. sativa = high production of cannabinoids
Just wanted to say very interesting thread and well written. I would love to visit that side of the globe some day. aarondank, if you're around, can we please get an update?