MARCH MADNESS: OG STRAIN’S ELITE 8 (…OK, MORE LIKE ELITE 10 😤🔥)

By OG Strain — The Plug’s Pages Magazine

I told y’all I was coming back with the March Madness strain lineup, and unlike your favorite plug who says “I’ll be there in 10 minutes” and shows up during the next presidential election… I KEEP MY WORD.

March was different. I went full scientist mode—lab coat mentally on, grinder always loaded. I sampled 40+ strains across the 518, chasing greatness like it owed me money. Most were good… some were mid… and a few?
A few made me question reality, my tolerance, and whether I even needed to finish the blunt (I did… don’t be ridiculous).

These are the strains that stood out, slapped hardest, and earned their spot in OG Strain’s March Madness lineup. Let’s get into it.

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HIGHER BEINGS x HUDSON VALLEY GREEN — PUTTING ON FOR THE REGION 🚀

MAC (Miracle Alien Cookies)

Hybrid (Balanced) | THC: ~20–27%

Let’s start with a classic done right. MAC is one of those strains that walks into the room like it already knows it’s the best dressed. The buds? Dense, frosty, with that signature mix of light green and purple hues—basically cannabis jewelry.

The aroma hits first—creamy citrus with a diesel backbone, like someone baked an orange creamsicle inside a gas station (in a good way). Flavor follows suit: smooth, slightly sweet, with that earthy funk that lets you know this ain’t no rookie pack.

Effects? Perfectly balanced hybrid energy. You get a euphoric head high that sharpens your mood while your body stays relaxed but not glued to the couch. Terpenes like limonene, caryophyllene, and myrcene are doing a full symphony here.
👉 Translation: You can function… but you might forget what you were doing halfway through doing it.

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FROSTED CHURROS

Hybrid (Indica-Leaning) | THC: ~22–28%

This one right here? Dessert smokers, stand up.

Frosted Churros looks like it got rolled in powdered sugar by a professional pastry chef. Trichomes are dumb thick. You break it down and your fingers feel like they just shook hands with a snowstorm.

The smell is straight-up sweet dough, cinnamon spice, and creamy vanilla, like walking into a bakery high… except now you’re about to get higher. The taste follows heavy—sweet, slightly gassy, with that churro dough finish that lingers like a good decision.

Effects lean indica-heavy, bringing on a warm body melt with a happy, giggly mental vibe. Not couch-lock immediately—but don’t plan anything important after.
Dominant terpenes: caryophyllene, linalool, limonene.
👉 This is the strain that makes snacks disappear mysteriously.

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DELTA DIAMONDS

Hybrid (Slight Sativa Lean) | THC: ~24–30%

Delta Diamonds sounds expensive—and it smokes like it too.

Visually? Loud. Bright greens, crystal-coated buds that sparkle like they’re trying to get signed to a record deal. You crack it open and get hit with a sharp citrus-diesel punch, followed by a subtle sweetness underneath.

Flavor is zesty, gassy, and clean, with a smooth inhale and a “hold up… this is fire” exhale. Effects come on fast—uplifting, cerebral, energetic, but not jittery. It’s that “I might clean the whole house or start a business” type of high.

Terpenes like limonene, terpinolene, and pinene drive the experience.
👉 This is daytime pressure. Functional… but dangerously enjoyable.

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BUDDAH BROTHERS — STRAIGHT HEAT ALL MONTH 🔥

HALLE BERRY

Hybrid (Balanced) | THC: ~20–25%

Yeah… the name already got your attention. And just like the actress—this one ages well and still looks amazing.

Buds are colorful with deep greens and purple hints, wrapped in a frosty coat. The smell is a mix of sweet berries and light floral notes, almost delicate… until you light it.

Flavor? Smooth berry sweetness with a subtle earthy finish. Effects hit with a balanced vibe—uplifting mentally, calming physically. Great for social sessions or just vibing out.

Common terpenes: myrcene, limonene, caryophyllene.
👉 This is the “I feel good for no reason” strain.

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BLUE LOBSTER

Hybrid (Indica-Leaning) | THC: ~23–29%

Now THIS one… this one had me talking.

Blue Lobster is visually insane—deep purples, blues, and greens, like the ocean decided to grow weed. The nose is loud: sweet berries mixed with funky gas and a little seafood-esque funk (don’t panic—it works).

Flavor is sweet, creamy, and slightly savory, which sounds crazy—but trust me, it hits. Effects are heavy—relaxing, euphoric, and slightly sedating.

Terpenes: myrcene, caryophyllene, limonene.
👉 Smoke this and suddenly your couch feels like a luxury mattress.

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GMO (Garlic, Mushroom, Onion)

Indica-Dominant | THC: ~25–32%

If you know, you KNOW.

GMO is not here to smell pretty—it’s here to dominate your senses. The aroma is straight-up garlic, diesel, and funky earth, like a five-star kitchen collided with a gas pump.

Taste follows that same bold profile—savory, gassy, and rich. Effects? Heavy. Full-body sedation, mental calm, and that slow-motion feeling.

Terpenes: caryophyllene, myrcene, limonene.
👉 This is nighttime smoke. Plans? Cancel them.

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THE GAS STATION (JMO) — PREMIUM SMOKE, PREMIUM PRICE 💸

EXPENSIVE HAZE

Sativa-Dominant | THC: ~22–26%

Let’s address it—$50 an eighth. Would I cop it again at that price? Nah.
Was it fire? Absolutely.

This strain is a classic haze done at a high level. Buds are fluffy, sticky, with that classic haze structure. Aroma is spicy, citrusy, and slightly herbal—very old-school meets new-school.

Flavor is smooth and bright with citrus and spice, and the effects?
Next-level head high. Energetic, creative, borderline “I got ideas I shouldn’t be acting on right now.”

Terpenes: terpinolene, limonene, pinene.
👉 Expensive? Yes. Memorable? Also yes.

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4 ACRES FARMS — OUTDOOR DONE RIGHT 🌱☀️

BLUEBERRY MUFFIN (Outdoor)

Indica-Leaning Hybrid | THC: ~18–24%

Outdoor gets slept on… but not this one.

This Blueberry Muffin was fresh, sticky, and perfectly cured, proving storage matters just as much as grow. The smell is ridiculous—fresh blueberries and baked goods, like your grandma just started trapping.

Flavor? Even better—sweet berry with a creamy finish. Effects are smooth—relaxing, calming, but still functional.

Terpenes: myrcene, pinene, caryophyllene.
👉 This is comfort smoke. Like a hoodie for your brain.

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THE MYSTERY MULLET MAN — LOWKEY LEGEND STATUS 🧢🔥

SUPER BOOF

Hybrid (Slight Indica Lean) | THC: ~23–28%

I don’t even know the brand name—but if you’ve been to the pop-ups, you know EXACTLY who I’m talking about. The mullet don’t miss.

Super Boof is bright, colorful, and loud, with a sweet citrus and funky gas aroma that punches through the bag instantly. Flavor is bold—fruity upfront with a gassy finish.

Effects? Happy, uplifting, and relaxing without being heavy. And best part? It’s not overpriced, which in this market feels illegal.

Terpenes: limonene, caryophyllene, myrcene.
👉 Hidden gem energy. Don’t sleep.

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FINAL THOUGHTS — OG STRAIN’S STAMP OF APPROVAL ✅

March was a movie. From Higher Beings bringing consistency, to Boodah Brothers dropping straight pressure, to hidden gems at pop-ups, the 518 is ACTIVE right now.

Some strains were overpriced. Some were underrated. But these?
These earned their spot.

If you see any of these in rotation…
Don’t ask questions. Don’t hesitate. Just cop.

Because trust me—
OG Strain already did the hard part for you. 😤💨