Stonerpedia: The 12 Best Weed Strains To Help You Deal With A Hangover

We’ve all promised not to drink again after a heavy hangover, and we’ve broken it just as many times. Here are the top 12 strains for hangover woes.

The endless, lazy days of summer are the perfect setting to have a drink or two or lose count. The problem comes the next day when you open your eyes and don’t know where you are or what your name is, while you feel like a tractor-trailer has run over you and your head seems to have decided to implode. 

Unfortunately, the sound of a hangover is all too familiar to everyone. And it is not at all pleasant. 

The hangover, perhaps what you’re feeling at this very moment, is like a flutter of rabid squirrels in your brain. It’s enough to turn any civilized human into a vampire, devoid of all fluids and hissing at the mere sign of light.

For many, drinking is usually the first step into a good night. Alcohol, albeit your best bud at the time, is usually the culprit for these feelings of nausea the next day. There it went tricking you again! Oh, and if you’re a minute over the age of 30, go ahead and amplify its effects by ten for every glass.

And somehow, here you are, clinging to life. I just wouldn’t look in the mirror quite yet.

Well, while cannabis isn’t a magic bullet that will take away the pain but leave the memories of last night, it can help with the symptoms of the hangover. But be careful, weed hangovers are a real thing too.

Virtually all strains of weed can help with hangovers, as both THC and CBD have properties that help to improve annoying hangover symptoms.

Sour G’s multiple medicinal properties make it the all-time best strain for hangover woes. Thanks to its high CBG content, this is the perfect go-to smoke the morning after you’ve had too many drinks and want to feel great.

Not only does CBG have mind and body calming properties, but it also helps you with inflammation, pain, and overall mood AND gives you an uplifting and happy high that will make you forget about your hangover.

When you’re hungover, there’s nothing you want more than getting cozy and relaxing with a good movie. And that’s exactly what this strain does. With CBD levels above 16% and one of the most robust terpene profiles out there, a few hits of Sour Space Candy will melt away your discomfort in both your mind and body, letting you rest in a totally tranquil mood.

Jack Herer may just be one of the best sativa hybrids around. Upbeat and clear-headed, Jack is great for all-around malaise. If you need a little extra pick-me-up, this strain will always deliver. Jack Herer is particularly popular in those seeking migraine relief.

It’s a powerful pain-fighter, but it won’t leave you stuck on the couch. Pick up some of this strain when you’re hungover as all get out but still have some obligations.

Chemdawg is a classic strain that’s easy to find in dispensaries. This hybrid is excellent for when you need a nice and relaxed re-entry into the real world. Chemdawg promotes a nice feeling of calm while simultaneously obliterating your head and body aches. It also has mild appetite-stimulating properties, making it a great way to kickstart your day.

Not everyone can stay in bed all for hours when a hangover hits. Is that’s your case, go with this CBG strain that basically delivers the same effects of a CBD flower, but without any of the associated sleepiness or drowsiness associated with them. CBG strains such as this one deliver a calming yet energetic high that most other traditional strains cannot, making it the perfect choice for daytime use.

Cannaflower’s Berry Cobbler is a juicy indoor strain that bursts with earthy fruit flavor and an almost decadent balance of flavors. Because you’re getting a Sativa hemp strain without the sometimes overwhelming psychoactive effects of Delta 9 THC, you’ll feel more lucid and less aware of your hangover than you would with a high THC strain.

At least this is the feeling we get. Not to say that high THC doesn’t fit well with a hangover as well, but it does take a variable out of the picture that could potentially make your hangover worse.

Cannaflower cultivates this strain from a stand-out Berry Blossom phenotype that produces light green buds. The strain’s higher levels of Myrcene, Humulene, and Bisabolol give this flower its earthy profile and wonderful relaxing properties that suit an end-of-day routine. So, on top of feeling uplifted by the bud’s Sativa genetics, you’ll also feel relaxed and calm.

When you need some energy and uplift, Super Silver Haze is the sativa for the job. It works wonders for a pounding head and will quickly zap away any excess fatigue. Though this strain is energizing, it won’t make you feel jittery. Rather, expect a calm, clear-headed vibe.

Though this strain is sativa-dominant, it has a little indica linage thrown into the mix. This gives it some nice, mellow, body-numbing effects. Try a little Super Silver when you first wake up in the morning (or afternoon).

Known for its great body buzz, this strain will help you ease into a deep restful sleep by blanketing the mind and body in an instantaneous feeling of calm. Thanks to high-THC levels and terpenes like myrcene and linalool, Purple Kush is perfect for the evening.

Sour Lemon OG provides an extremely uplifting high. Sometimes you can’t stay in bed all day just because you’re hungover. This is a wonderful medicine for anxiety relief, stress relief, and social gatherings. You will feel relaxed, all the while being in a good mood.

Commonly used to relieve pain, PTSD, and stress, it begins with a surge of euphoria, creativity, and happiness. Migraines melt away, and you’re left with nothing but a good day ahead. Try Trainwreck when you are feeling hangover symptoms like migraines, body pain, and nausea.

Acapulco Gold is one of the most widely recommended strains for hangovers. This strain usually has an impressive 20 to 24% THC, making it a good choice for moderate aches and pains, as well as relieving depression.

Plenty of people enjoy an adult beverage here and there, even cannabis consumers. But sometimes, one beer leads to a 12-pack of beer, and one glass of wine leads to an entire bottle of wine or maybe two. 

Before you know it, you’re buzzing way harder than you planned. And come the next morning, you are reminded of why you seldom drink. Hangovers are indeed the worst.

Some say a cold shower, followed by a greasy meal, can get rid of a splitting headache induced by alcohol. But if you want to know the ultimate remedy, it’s weed. Here’s how cannabis is the best cure for a hangover.

One symptom of a hangover is queasiness. After one shot too many, you may or may not be hugging the toilet the next day. To avoid the torture of potentially spewing your guts up, smoke some weed. Studies show that the compounds in cannabis, such as THC, can treat both nausea and vomiting.

In fact, cannabis can probably do a better job of healing you from your nausea than most over-the-counter drugs, which is why many people use it as a home remedy. And in certain legal states, cancer patients can be prescribed medical marijuana to help alleviate vomiting caused by chemotherapy.

Weed also increases your appetite, which can be helpful when you’re feeling too sick to eat. Once you’ve had a few puffs, you’ll be able to bring yourself to eat and hydrate, even if it’s just a little bit.

The throbbing pain of a headache is another thing you have to deal with after a night of drinking alcohol. That’s why people with a hangover will often stay in bed all day. But that’s not an option for everyone, especially when you’re a parent or you have to, you know, work.

To tackle a headache quicker and more efficiently than a couple of Tylenol, all you need is weed. 

Bad hangovers can often mean very little sleep. Sure, it’s possible to get a few hours of sleep when you consume alcohol, but real rest? That’s another matter.

Even for those who have the opportunity to sleep, hangovers may prevent it. Sleep can reduce symptoms because it gives the liver a chance to flush the alcohol out of the system. And some strains of cannabis can be especially good at helping you get some much-needed restful sleep.

The type of cannabis you decide to use to relieve your hangover depends a lot on how you want to feel.

If you are looking to stay alert and avoid nausea, you may want to look at Sativa options. If, on the other hand, all you want is to sleep like the sleeping beauty while being calm and relaxed, an indica will be the way to go. Hybrids will always be the best choice when you are looking for a middle ground.  And if you want to completely avoid the psychoactive effects of THC, CBD products will be your best friend.

In general, cannabis is not the secret mystical remedy to get rid of hangovers, but it is often a step toward recovery. Cannabis mixed with a good breakfast and a steady intake of water can revive and rejuvenate even the most jaded human being.

Cannabis is an all-natural solution that can help alleviate the symptoms associated with hangovers, it is not a magic formula, but any help is welcome.

You can try consuming cannabis in many different ways, such as smoking it, vaporizing it, taking an edible product, applying a topical infusion massage, or whatever comes to mind and works best for you.

Remember that people respond differently to cannabis use. Therefore, what works for one person may not work for the next. 

Using cannabis to help with hangovers is an option worth experimenting with.