Walk into any Bangkok dispensary and the strain names can feel overwhelming. The good news: you don't need to memorise them. Choose by the effect you want, and let a budtender match the rest.
Indica, sativa, hybrid — what they usually mean
| Type | Usually feels | Good for | Best time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indica | Relaxed, heavy, sleepy | Sleep, pain, winding down | Evening / night |
| Sativa | Uplifting, energetic, social | Focus, mood, creativity | Day / afternoon |
| Hybrid | Balanced — leans either way | Beginners, all-rounder | Anytime |
These are general tendencies, not strict rules — but they're a reliable starting point.
Pick by what you want tonight
To relax or sleep
Look for a calming indica. At Herb Haven, strains like Cookie N Cream are popular for deep, full-body relaxation in the evening.
For energy & a social buzz
Reach for an uplifting sativa such as Amnesia Haze or Blazed Muay Thai — bright, talkative and great for daytime or a night out.
For a gentle, beginner-friendly start
A mild hybrid like Fruit King or a balanced option keeps things easy and functional — ideal if it's your first time.
For mood lift without heaviness
Bright, euphoric hybrids like Rainbow Pave or Superboof give a happy, social lift with a lighter body feel.
What about THC strength?
Higher THC isn't automatically "better" — it's just stronger. Beginners do best starting with milder strains and small amounts (around 0.1–0.25 g of flower), then adjusting. If you're curious, ask staff for the rough THC range and start gently.
How to choose at the counter
Tell the budtender three things — the feeling you want, your experience level, and the time of day — and they'll narrow 50 strains down to two or three perfect picks.
Visit us at Silom & Ratchaprarop — full selection in-store, with budtender guidance.
Book a table at Herb Haven →New to all of this? Start with our first-timer's guide to cannabis in Bangkok, or read about the best rooftop cannabis lounge in Bangkok.