Oregon: the Only West Coast State You Can Smell Weed Before Buying It

Head north or south of Oregon’s borders, and the consumer experience is far more limited. In California and Washington, state law dictates that cannabis flower must be sold in pre-packaged increments—meaning whatever you buy has already been measured and sealed, sometimes weeks beforehand.

Some California and Washington dispensaries have locked jars containing a bud or two for review, but those quickly dry out and lose their scent.

The ability to smell before you buy isn’t just a regulatory quirk: In cannabis, fragrance—or lack thereof—can indicate freshness, flavor and, if you know your terpenes, effects.

But even if you don’t quite know what you’re smelling for, take advantage of the offer for a free sniff—because your neighbors are missing out.

Read more from the source: Willamette Week