NuWu Cup 2021-22 Winners

What’s up NuWu fam! We want to thank everyone who showed up to the inaugural NuWu Cup on December 31, 2021 and January 1, 2022, making it one of our most successful events to date. Festival goers enjoyed sampling products from the most popular cannabis brands operating in Nevada, on-site consumption of delicious dabs and stoney pre rolls, delicious munchies offered from an array of food trucks, and some bangin’ tunes from local disc jockeys DJ Romeo and DJ E Rock. NuWu also was proud to present one-of-a-kind NuWu Cups, designed by Jerome Baker Designs, to several leading cannabis brands in Nevada, presenting winners in several categories from best flower, best extract, and best vape. These categories were voted on by our specially selected NuWu Cup judges, a collective of stoners ranging from cannabis industry experts, micro influencers in the cannabis community, and friends of NuWu Marketplace. Check out the following winners!

Best Flower: Grape Pie by Green Life Productions

Macrophotography courtesy of Green Life Productions

Grape Stomper x Cherry Pie 

Common terps: Limonene, Myrcene, Linalool, Pinene

Green Life Productions has worked extremely hard to earn their fabulous reputation in the Nevada cannabis industry - guaranteeing both recreational and medical patients the highest quality organic cannabis products around. Grown with absolutely zero pesticides, chemicals, or artificial fertilizers, Green Life Productions consistently grows some of the tastiest, frostiest buds available to Nevada smokers, noted for consistent and high terpene levels, delicious aromas and tastes, and distinct, unique strains grown exclusively, including Miss Vegas and Limenade Kush. Green Life Productions and CEO Steve Cantwell have worked extremely hard to truly distinguish their product from the rest and carve their own path in the cannabis industry. Organic growing and No-Till Living Soil produces a product that truly speaks for itself. 

Grape Pie is one of the most sought after strains in the Vegas valley, always guaranteeing a candy-esque grape aroma and taste, with euphoric and mood-boosting effects coming from the limonene and linalool terpenes. Not only is the taste of this organic cannabis truly special, this particular strain seems to always yield high terpene levels and high THC levels, so it’s no wonder this is a favorite among weed connoisseurs in the state. The indica-leaning combination of myrcene and linalool eventually creeps up on you for an extremely relaxing, thorough body high, fighting off anxiety, stress, and pain. Fueling creativity and munchies alike, Grape Pie is a delicious strain that specializes in relief. Our judges highlighted the intense body high while still being able to maintain functionality. Grape Pie is in regular rotation from Green Life Productions, and is consistently restocked at NuWu Marketplace, so keep your eyes peeled for the next drop! In the meantime, enjoy some of our other favorite strains from Green Life Productions, including MXBX, Miss Vegas, and Purple Cough.

Best Extract: Peach Pie by Tsunami Labs

Macrophotography courtesy of Tsunami Labs

Zkittlez x Grand Blueberry Pie

Common terps: Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Linalool, Limonene

Tsunami Labs consists of a team of elite extraction artists dedicated to producing the highest quality world-class cannabis extract products for the Nevada recreational and medical markets. Tsunami Labs practices an extensive industry leading light hydrocarbon extraction process, resulting in state of the art live resin sugars and badders, retaining the highest terpene levels. NuWu Marketplace is proud to sell Tsunami Labs, available in half gram increments.

If you’re looking for an extremely flavorful heavy hitter, Peach Pie extracted by Tsunami Labs is the strain to go for. A cross-breed between Zkittlez and Grand Blueberry Pie, Peach Pie offers a smooth, sweet, tart aroma with a chilled out, euphoric high. Judges who smoked on the Peach Pie noted a blissful, relaxing body high. Citrus and floral terpenes limonene and linalool contribute to the delicious aromas and taste of Peach Pie, available in live resin badder.

Best Pre Roll: JMO Infused Booster Stick by The55

Photography courtesy of The55

GMO x Jelly Breath

Common terps: Limonene, Linalool, Caryophyllene 

The55, one of Nevada’s newest cannabis brands, has been impressing smokers left and right with a brand new lineup of infused pre rolls, cartridges, and disposables available at NuWu Marketplace! Vegas born and grown, The55 has dedicated their brand to the aesthetics of Sin City, and ‘all the vibes of the desert after dark’. The55 specializes in offering energetic strains meant to enhance the Las Vegas experience. ‘Stimulating your social impulse’, The55 aims to not just offer high quality products, but cultivate an experience, and these infused booster sticks most definitely invigorate any experience.

NuWu Cup judges voted The55’s JMO infused pre roll as Nevada’s best pre roll, and it’s easy to see why. Rolled with premium indoor grown cannabis and infused with highly potent THC diamonds, the JMO infused pre roll offers an overall Zen and euphoric experience. JMO, a cross between GMO and Jelly Breath, is an indica dominant flower, with floral aromas of linalool combining with peppery aromas of caryophyllene, offering a classic Kush taste with some slight spice. THC diamonds turn the potency up in this pre roll, making it a great selection for seasoned stoners with a tolerance. The blend of cannabis and THC diamonds burns consistently and slowly, lasting way longer than your typical non-infused pre roll.

Best Edible: Chocolate Chunk Brownie

Photography courtesy of Evergreen Organix

Evergreen Organix has proven themselves to be a consistent, reliable edible manufacturer in Nevada, ever since the state voted to legalize recreational marijuana five years ago. Family owned and operated, Evergreen Organix specializes in hand-crafted, small batch edibles, ranging from delicious rice krispy treats, an insane lineup of chocolate bars, gummies, to soft baked cookies and brownies. Based in Downtown Las Vegas since 2017, the lineup of products offered by the popular brand is ever expanding, satisfying a huge variety of cravings.

Our judges voted Evergreen Organix’ Chocolate Chunk Brownie as this year’s best edible. Feed your chocolate cravings with these soft baked double chocolate brownies, each infused with 50mg of THC. NuWu Marketplace always carries an extensive lineup of Evergreen Organix edibles, so come on down and satisfy your sweet tooth!

Best Vape: Diamond Dust Hash Rosin Pod by Virtue

Photography courtesy of Virtue

Sour Bubble x Double Dream x Lemon Haze x Mel’s Bubble Gum

Common terps: Terpinolene, Linalool, Myrcene, Limonene

Local cultivator Virtue is highly respected in the Nevada cannabis industry, growing some local favorites including Diamond Dust, Pure Haze, and Space Ghost. Constantly recommended by budtenders here at NuWu Marketplace, Virtue has earned an impressive repertoire among stoners. This impressive repertoire only expands with the new products the brand has recently introduced, including hash rosin pods, some of the purest concentrate available in pod form on the market. Hash rosin, extracted by cold water and agitation, is one of the most ancient methods of extraction - with evidence showing human use of hash dating back to the Iron Age (1200 B.C. - 600 B.C.) - and is also one of the cleanest extraction methods, requiring no harsh solvents or extraction chemicals.

Diamond Dust, a favorite amongst NuWu Cup judges, budtenders and customers alike, is yet another strain high in linalool (sensing a trend with these winners and high linalool content!), producing a mood boosting high. Linalool, known as an antidepressant terpene, is also extremely floral, giving the hash rosin pod an extremely sweet taste and aroma. Terpinolene is also a common terpene found in Diamond Dust, providing an extremely uplifting, productive high, making Diamond Dust a fantastic strain for a nice daytime smoke sesh. Virtue’s new pods and rechargeable disposables are created with a biodegradable hemp casing and battery for low environmental impact, first of their kind for the Nevada cannabis market. Check out the full line of Virtue product we have to offer, from premium indoor grown cannabis, concentrates, and vapes, available at NuWu Marketplace.

Best CBD: White Rhino Live Flower Disposable by Airo

The Live Flower series from Airo offers vapers a product that captures the essence and flavor of premium cannabis. White Rhino, an indica dominant strain, consists of 100% pure broad spectrum CBD distillate oil and hemp derived terpenes, offering relaxation for the body. White Rhino has a particular terpene profile specifically crafted to help out with pain and getting a good night’s rest, and the benefits of full spectrum CBD means the product also contains other beneficial cannabinoids - including delta-8 THC, CBN, CBG, and THCV.

Check out NuWu’s entire lineup of Airo cartridges and disposables, crafted with high performance ceramic atomizers, providing smooth and flavorful draws. Airo’s patented vape technology delivers consistent draws with 3 times more vapor than your average vape, ensuring a satisfying hit each time. Once you go Airo, you won’t want to go back to your typical 510 thread cartridges.