How to Read a Dispensary Menu Without Getting Played
Dispensary menus in New York are packed with numbers, buzzwords, and product names that all sound impressive. That’s not an accident.
If you’ve ever walked out with something that looked good on the menu but didn’t hit the way you expected, this guide is for you.
This is how experienced New Yorkers actually read a menu—and how to avoid wasting money on products that don’t match how you smoke.
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First Rule: Don’t Chase the Highest THC Number
Yes, THC matters. But THC alone doesn’t tell you how a product will feel.
Two products can both say “80% THC” and deliver completely different experiences depending on:
Total cannabinoid content
Terpene profile
Extraction or infusion method
How the product is meant to be used
High THC without balance often leads to:
Short-lived highs
Jittery effects
Harsh smoke or vapor
Strong weed should feel clean, controlled, and long-lasting.
Learn the Difference Between “Flower,” “Infused,” and “Concentrate”
This is where most people get tripped up.
Regular Flower
This is your base. It’s meant to be smoked on its own.
Infused Flower
This is not regular flower. It’s enhanced with concentrates and meant to be used sparingly—mixed, layered, or dusted.
If you treat infused flower like regular flower, you’re going to waste it.
Concentrates (Hash, Diamonds, Etc.)
These are enhancers, not replacements. They’re designed to upgrade bowls, joints, or sessions—not to be rushed through.
Understanding this distinction immediately saves you money.
Read Total Cannabinoids, Not Just THC
Menus usually highlight THC in big bold numbers. Smart buyers look one line deeper.
Total cannabinoids tell you how complete the product really is.
Products with additional cannabinoids like:
CBG
CBN
CBC
THCv
CBDa
often deliver more depth and longevity, not just intensity.
This is why Silly Nice products tend to feel fuller and more intentional.
👉 View full cannabinoid profiles and COAs:
https://sillynice.com/menu
Terpenes Matter More Than You Think
If a menu lists terpenes, pay attention.
Terpenes influence:
Mood
Energy
Relaxation
Flavor
For example:
Limonene often feels uplifting
Myrcene leans calming
Beta-Caryophyllene adds grounding body effects
Products made with 100% cannabis-derived terpenes tend to feel cleaner and more true to strain.
If a menu doesn’t list terpenes at all, that’s usually a red flag.
Don’t Ignore “How It’s Meant to Be Used”
Menus don’t always spell this out, but experienced smokers read between the lines.
Ask yourself:
Is this meant to top something?
Is this meant to be smoked on its own?
Is this meant to be used lightly?
Products like:
Diamond Powder
Hash
Infused Flower
are tools, not filler. Using them correctly changes everything.
Why Cheap Isn’t a Deal in Cannabis
Lower-priced products often get there by:
Cutting corners in production
Using lower-quality inputs
Diluting oil or concentrates
Rushing batches
That doesn’t always show up on the menu—but it shows up in the experience.
Silly Nice was never built to be the cheapest option on the shelf. It was built to be the one you reach for when you want something that actually delivers.
Look for Transparency (Or Lack of It)
The best brands don’t hide behind vague descriptions.
Before you buy, check:
Is the product lab tested?
Is a Certificate of Analysis available?
Are cannabinoid and terpene details listed?
Silly Nice makes all COAs available publicly because transparency is part of quality—not an extra.
👉 See current products and COAs:
https://sillynice.com/menu
Why Experienced Smokers Ask for Brands by Name
Once you’ve been burned a few times by menu hype, you stop gambling.
Experienced New Yorkers:
Ask for brands they trust
Call ahead
Pre-order when possible
That’s why Silly Nice products move quickly when they land. People know what they’re getting.
How to Use a Menu to Your Advantage
Here’s the cheat code:
Decide how you want to feel
Choose the type of product that matches that goal
Read total cannabinoids and terpene info
Use infused and concentrate products intentionally
Buy less, but better
That approach beats impulse buys every time.
Where to Find Silly Nice Without Guessing
If you want to skip the guessing entirely:
👉 Find licensed dispensaries carrying Silly Nice:
https://sillynice.com/locations
👉 View current menus, products, and lab results:
https://sillynice.com/menu
Availability changes quickly. If you see what you want, act.
Final Word
Dispensary menus are designed to look overwhelming. Once you know what to read—and what to ignore—you stop getting played.
Strong weed isn’t about doing the most.
It’s about choosing intentionally.
And once you’ve had a product that actually respects that idea, it’s hard to go back.