THCA Titans: Ranking 20 Most High THCA Flower Strains
High THCA flower is one of the most exciting products to hit the hemp market. THCA is inherently non-psychoactive but when smoked it chemically converts to Delta-9 THC, delivering a heady high.
THCA has fewer legal hurdles compared to the controlled substance—Delta 9 THC. With all its merits, it’s not surprising that high THCA flower for sale now proliferates the market. The catch is, which strains genuinely contain higher THCA concentrations?
This guide helps cannabis enthusiasts identify strains that are legitimately high in THCA percentages. We’ve scoured the market and identified 20 cannabis strains with the highest THCA concentrations.
What Is High THCA Flower?
Any cannabis strain that yields 25% or more of the cannabinoid THCA is considered “high percentage.” Ultra-concentrated strains can have up to 30% THCA. If you want something more balanced, the ideal THCA percentage rate runs between 15 to 20%.
Having a higher THCA percentage, however, might be too strong for those who haven’t adjusted to the compound. Potential side effects may occur like red eyes, dry mouth, etc.
Top 20 Strains With the Highest THCA Percentage
This is the fun part. Feast your eyes on the best high THCA flowers that have more than 25% THCA concentration. The ranking starts with the strain containing the least amount of THCA percentage and ends with the strain holding the highest THCA percentage.
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20. Sex Panther – 25.24% THCA |
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| Type: Sativa-dominant
Terpenes profile: Myrcene, phellandrene, caryophyllene, and terpinolene Smell: Pungent mix of gasoline, skunk, and pine Taste: Earthy, spicy, and sweet Effects: Uplifting Best for: Starting your day full of energy Customer review: “Unless your plug has some good stuff in, try this out. Looks like the bomb, smells like the bomb, and smokes fine. As a vet, I wouldn’t able to tell the difference between this and Real Bud. Being able to have it delivered to your door in Non-Legal State is awesome.” Similar or alternative strains: Ice Cream Cake and Cherry Cheesecake |
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| Average price per gram:
$15-$20 |
Final Verdict:
Sex Panther is an exotic indoor strain that features gassy aromas and fruity notes. It’s the perfect sativa-dominant strain for a busy week ahead. This will keep you on your toes throughout the day. |
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19. Strawberry Banana Kush – 26% THCA |
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| Type: Indica-dominant
Terpenes profile: Limonene, myrcene, and caryophyllene Smell: Sweet tropical earthy strawberry Taste: Tropical strawberry with sweet banana Effects: Happy, peaceful, creative, and sensory awareness Best for: Social interactions in the afternoon or evening Customer review: “Very enjoyable smoke. Smooth, pleasant inhale. Creamy finish. Immediate head euphoria. Ending with munchies and couch lock.” (All Bud) Similar or alternative strains: Bubble Gum and Banana Kush |
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| Average price per gram:
$7-$10 |
Final Verdict:
This dank flower has several surprising well-balanced effects of indica and sativa. Users describe the effects to be a mild high that starts in the head and slowly builds intensity, mellowing down to mind clarity. |
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18. Berry Pie – 27.02% THCA |
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| Type: Hybrid
Terpenes profile: Caryophyllene, limonene, and linalool Smell: Blueberry waffles Taste: Creamy and tart flavor Effects: Euphoric, and energizing enough to keep you focused. Best for: Daytime use Customer review: “It smelled amazing, had a berry taste not too heavy. It helped immensely with my scoliosis pain, and made me one happy girl! All my stress and anxiety just melted away along with my pain.” (Leafly) Similar or alternative strains: Girl Scout Cookies and Blueberry |
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| Average price per gram:
$4-$7 |
Final Verdict:
Named after its parent strains and flavor reminiscent of berry pie, this strain is the perfect choice for hybrid lovers. Like its name, Berry Pie has a super sweet take on the blueberry flavor with notes of nuttiness as you exhale. |
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17. Grape Sherbert – 27.05% THCA |
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| Type: Indica-dominant
Terpenes profile: Beta-Caryophyllene, linalool, and limonene Smell: Fresh grapes, citrus, and earthy Taste: Sweet grapes with notes of cream, vanilla, and citrus Effects: Tranquil, light-bodied kind of high Best for: Winding down at the end of the day Customer review: “Fantastic! Gorgeous flower. Smells like grapes, tastes like grapes. Great effects. 10/10.” Similar or alternative strains: Grape Ape and Sunset Sherbet |
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| Average price per gram:
$11-$20 |
Final Verdict:
Grape Sherbet offers the best qualities between Grape Ape and Sunset Sherbet. Consumers of the indica-dominant strain say it has a calming presence felt both in the body and mind. |
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16. Tropicana Cookies – 27.38% THCA |
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| Type: Hybrid
Terpenes profile: Myrcene, beta-caryophyllene, alpha-pinene, and limonene Smell: Pine, sour spice with an orange overtone Taste: Citrus with a slightly sweet cookie exhale Effects: Energetic, uplifted, and focused Best for: Any time of the day Customer review: “Good stuff. Fruity taste and clean burn. It reminds me a lot of the Bruce banner strain flavor wise…” Similar or alternative strains: Girl Scout Cookies and Tangie |
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| Average price per gram:
$7-$16 |
Final Verdict:
Beginning with a cerebral buzz, this sour but spicy strain stimulates productivity and focus. As the buzz begins to die down, you’ll feel your body decompressing from the rigors of the day. |
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15. Lemon Cherry Gelato – 27.38% THCA |
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| Type: Hybrid
Terpenes profile: Limonene, linalool, and β-Myrcene Smell: Lime, berries, and citrus Taste: Lemon and sweet fruit Effects: Tingly, relaxed, and euphoric Best for: Relaxed night spent at home Customer review: “This is a great smoke. I like the citrusy aroma as it smokes which I find very refreshing. It is also a good pain reliever. Enjoy.” Similar or alternative strains: Sunset Sherbet and Girl Scout Cookies |
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| Average price per gram:
$10 to $15 |
Final Verdict:
As a hybrid cross between Sunset Sherbet and Girl Scout Cookies, Lemon Cherry Gelato is a sweet and tart strain that offers a relaxing yet uplifting high. The citrusy strain brings an amazing aftertaste of lemon plus cherries and berries. |
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14. Purple Mimosa – 27.4% THCA |
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| Type: Hybrid
Terpenes profile: Myrcene, pinene, and caryophyllene Smell: Woody florals and fresh earthy herbs Taste: Tropical citrus with a light berry exhale Effects: Happy and level-headed in small doses while sleepy and relaxed in large doses Best for: Early morning pick-me-up Customer review: “Mimosa creates a hazy high headed feel. Definitely a good pick me up in the morning. lives up to its name smelling citrusy and tasting orangey. beautiful orange hairs lace the dark purple nugs. simply gorgeous!” (All Bud) Similar or alternative strains: Clementine and Purple Punch |
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| Average price per gram:
$16-$27 |
Final Verdict:
As a strain that packs a sunny disposition in the morning, this bud is perfect for chasing the sleep away. This has a sweet and sour combination of tropical citrus and berry flavors. |
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13. Italian Ice – 27.8% THCA |
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| Type: Hybrid
Terpenes profile: Linalool Smell: Creamy berry and spicy black tobacco Taste: Sweet and creamy berry with citrus and a touch of nuttiness Effects: Mood-enhancing will quickly dissipate to relaxing Best for: Any time of the day Customer review: “Definitely a sativa-dominant hybrid. Acts as a sativa then on the come down turns into an indica. I use this to get work done and then take a nap.” (Leafly) Similar or alternative strains: Gelato 45 and Forbidden Fruit |
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| Average price per gram:
$12-$20 |
Final Verdict:
Named after its amazing flavor, Italian Ice is a nice hybrid strain for those who want to take in both sativa and indica effects. Its sweet and creamy berry flavor complements the happy disposition it gives you after a few minutes. |
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12. Horchata – 28% THCA |
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| Type: Hybrid
Terpenes profile: Myrcene, with pinene and ocimene Smell: Peppery accented by fruity berries Taste: Earthy, floral, and woody Effects: Uplifting and relaxing Best for: Daytime and evening use Customer review: “Great smoke it is so so so smooth. I love the high because it felt like I could control it if I wanted to chill and do nothing I could. If I needed to be active and get stuff done. It was great experience.” (Leafly) Similar or alternative strains: Jet Fuel Gelato and Mochi Gelato |
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| Average price per gram:
$11-$14 |
Final Verdict:
As an evenly balanced strain, Horchata will leave you begging more for its floral and woody aroma. Horchata is a refreshing take on cannabis that supports euphoric creativity after your final toke. |
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11. Slurty3 – 28% THCA |
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| Type: Indica-dominant
Terpenes profile: Caryophyllene, humulene, limonene, bisabolol, and myrcene Smell: Floral Taste: Sweet and earthy Effects: Talkative, giggly, and happy Best for: Nighttime use Customer review: “Really nice chill buzz, my eyes are watering I’m laughing so hard, got a good body tingle going on 2.” (Leafly) Similar or alternative strains: Slurricane and Gelato 33 |
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| Average price per gram:
$12-$14 |
Final Verdict:
Introducing the strain bred by Purple City Genetics, Slurty3 is a tasty indica-dominant hybrid that blasts with the sweetness of fruity sherbet. Its potency when smoked and delicious sweetness are a flavorful choice for any occasion. |
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10. Gelato – 29% THCA |
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| Type: Indica-dominant
Terpenes profile: Limonene, myrcene, and caryophyllene Smell: Sweet lavender and citrus bouquet Taste: Sherbet with blueberry and orange flavors Effects: Heavy high, uplifted euphoria, and slightly focused Best for: Before sleeping time Customer review: “I love this strain it’s perfect for day for energy and my pain and anxiety go away for a while and night to help me fall asleep I suffer from insomnia. This is a perfect strain for any beginners and for daily smokers people who smoke a lot.” (All Bud) Similar or alternative strains: Sunset Sherbet and Thin Mint Girl Scout Cookies |
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| Average price per gram:
$12 |
Final Verdict:
Famous for its sickly sweet aroma, Gelato is an indica-dominant cross between Sunset Sherbet and Thin Mint Girl Scout Cookies. Even with its slight indica-dominant genes, Gelato has a head-heavy type of high. |
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9. Platinum Purple Cookies – 29.07% THCA |
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| Type: Hybrid
Terpenes profile: Myrcene, Humulene, Linalool, Caryophyllene Smell: Sweet herbs, spicy fruits, with rich woody overtones Taste: Sweet and fruity berry accented by nutty herbs and fresh wood Effects: Uplifting euphoria and waves of relaxation Best for: A perfect pick-me-up at any time of the day Customer review: “It’s by far one of the best flower products I have purchased over the years. It’s a great flower for relaxing at the end of the day. And, It doesn’t take much to get relaxed either. The flower looks beautiful and smells great. Each puff is very smooth and has a delightful taste.” Similar or alternative strains: Platinum Girl Scout Cookies and Purple Cookies |
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| Average price per gram:
$11 |
Final Verdict:
The Platinum Purple Cookies is an evenly balanced strain named after its beautiful appearance and parentage. It’s another great choice for hybrid lovers who want to experience the best of both worlds (sativa and indica effects). |
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8. Watermelon Zkittlez – 29.41% THCA |
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| Type: Indica-dominant
Terpenes profile: Limonene, followed by caryophyllene and myrcene Smell: Earthy and fruity citrus Taste: Citrus, watermelon, with an earthy toke Effects: Sleepy, giggly, and relaxed Best for: Reserved for the end of the day Customer review: “Very fruity strain, love vaping it. Very reminiscent of watermelon candy and skittles and very pungent odor and high. All around fire! Smokes like it sounds it would.” (All Bud) Similar or alternative strains: Zkittlez and Watermelon |
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| Average price per gram:
$9 |
Final Verdict:
As a bud that tastes as delicious as its name, Watermelon Zkittlez is a mouthwatering bud of sweet citrus and watermelon flavor with overtones of earthy herbs. The strain’s effects are best reserved by the end of the day or on a lazy weekend when you just want to chill. |
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7. Lemon Pound Cake – 30.14% THCA |
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| Type: Sativa-dominant
Terpenes profile: Caryophyllene, humulene, and myrcene Smell: Sugary lemon with a hint of musk Taste: Cheesy and lemony cake Effects: Talkative, energetic, and focused Best for: A morning kickstart Customer review: “Fire sativa for day use. Smells like lemon and has the most crystals I’ve seen on any flower. My grinder looks like it’s coated in sugar.” Similar or alternative strains: Lemon Skunk and Cheese |
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| Average price per gram:
$6-$13 |
Final Verdict:
As we’re entering the 30% THCA mark, we couldn’t be prouder to introduce to you the sativa-leaning strain—Lemon Pound Cake. The strain truly lives up to its name. It features sweet notes of lemon and some undertones of musk. Users reported uplifting effects at the start, decreasing into relaxing effects as they wane. |
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6. Black Velvet- 32% THCA |
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| Type: Hybrid
Terpenes profile: Limonene, caryophyllene, and myrcene Smell: Berries, grapes, and compote Taste: Subtle notes of pine and spices Effects: Deep relaxation Best for: Unwinding while eating after a long day Customer review: “One of my favorites. It may take 5 minutes to kick in, but once it does, strap in for a great body high that lasts.” (WNC CBD) Similar or alternative strains: The Black and Burmese Kush |
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| Average price per gram:
&10-$17 |
Final Verdict:
Black Velvet is 50:50 indica and sativa. It has equal parts of lazy body buzz and a peppy mood boost. It induces powerful munchy effects so be ready to load up on food after some time. |
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5. Bird Turd – 32.9% THCA |
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| Type: Hybrid
Terpenes profile: Myrcene, caryophyllene, and limonene Smell: Skunk, citrus, diesel, and wood Taste: Skunky with a zesty, and diesel undertone Effects: Creativity, uplifting, and relaxation Best for: Any time of the day Customer review: “Bird turd is the real deal. It’s great that I can purchase this through the mail. I’m 60+ years old. and I have no more PAIN!” Similar or alternative strains: Cat Piss and Gorilla Balls |
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| Average price per gram:
$11-$17 |
Final Verdict:
Before you even get to indulge in the aromatic and balanced high of Bird Turd, you’re greeted with its visual spectacle first. Bird Turd’s staggering 32.9% THCA is great for experienced users who want the uplifting effect of sativa combined with a relaxing presence of indica. |
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4. Exotic Vanilla Frosting – 33.3% THCA |
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| Type: Indica
Terpenes profile: Beta myrcene, beta-caryophyllene, and terpinolene Smell: Notes of vanilla Taste: Creamy vanilla with notes of OG fuel Effects: Hungry, relaxed, and euphoric Best for: Restless evenings Similar or alternative strains: Humboldt Frost OG and Humboldt Gelato Bx3 |
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| Average price per gram:
$4-$20 |
Final Verdict:
The Exotic Vanilla Frosting stain is an indica-bred between Humboldt Frost OG and Humboldt Gelato Bx3. Its flavor and aromatic profile are sweet and creamy vanilla with undertones of OG fuel. It’s a great strain for those who want a high that instills a sense of happiness accompanied by creativity. |
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3. Cookies (Ultra Premium) – 33.41% THCA |
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| Type: Hybrid
Terpenes profile: Myrcene, linalool, and alpha-pinene Taste and Smell: LOUD garlic and onions Effects: Dreamlike, quite introspective, and strong body waves Best for: Any time of the day Customer review: “So without a doubt my favorite strand just because it’s got everything you could ask for taste, quality, smell, and in this case top-notch service. This particular bud is really dense great great taste, amazing garlic onion smell it tastes like that to the last hit…” Similar or alternative strains: Girl Scout Cookies and Chemdawg |
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| Average price per gram:
$14 |
Final Verdict:
It’s impossible to forget the sheer ecstasy of taking Cookies (Ultra Premium) the first time. The rush of mental euphoria in the beginner slowly dissipates into a peaceful and relaxed state at the end. |
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2. Greasy Zkittles – 36.4% THCA |
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| Type: Indica-dominant
Smell: Strong earthy aroma with sweet undertones Taste: Grape, rose, and pine Effects: Euphoric and relaxed Best for: a relaxing movie night with friends Customer review: “Great day in the morning! GREASY SKITTLES…. Triple that production please…. That’s my review, make more of that …..” Similar or alternative strains: Grease Monkey, Zkittles White Runtz, and Black Runtz |
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| Average price per gram:
$20 |
Final Verdict:
As one of the greasiest and most potent THCA strains to date, the indica-dominant Greasy Zkittles is the bigger and better version of White and Black Runtz. |
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1. Future Haze – 40% THCA |
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| Type: Sativa
Smell and taste: Earthy, citrusy, spicy, and skunky Effects: Clear-headed mental lift and a soothing body buzz Best for: Day-time smoke Customer review: “This is the 2nd time I’ve ordered this product(Future Haze)! It is a little kick at first but smooths out real nice! I would totally recommend!” |
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| Average price per gram:
$20 |
Final Verdict:
Finally, at 40% THCA, Future Haze sits at the top as the highest THCA-containing strain. Little is known about this strain as its THCA percentage is unheard of. Since it’s a sativa cultivar, Future Haze offers mental clarity despite its high potency. |
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Final Thoughts
THCA hemp is a legal loophole that converts into THC when applied with heat (aka smoked or vaped). Although rarely enforced and considered legal at the federal level, local and state laws still apply in the possession, use, cultivation, and commercialization of THCA hemp. Therefore, careful discretion is advised in acquiring THCA hemp.
THCA Flower FAQs
What is the difference between THCA flower vs. THC flower?
THCA flower refers to cannabis bred to have high THCA and contain less than 0.3% THC. Meanwhile, THC flowers may contain around 5% or more Delta 9 THC.
How Is THCA Flower Made?
The cultivation of THCA-rich flowers includes building carefully controlled conditions that cater to the unique needs of the THCA-rich strain. Specifically, cultivation requires precise management of light, temperature, nutrients, and more.
Is THCA safe to smoke?
Smoking THCA flower is generally well-tolerated. However, since the consumption method is through smoking, the long-term effects are still unknown.
Can anyone use THCA flower?
THCA flower and other variants of cannabis are not suitable for minors, pregnant, breastfeeding mothers, men who want to be sexually fertile, or those with mental illnesses.
Does THCA show up in a drug test?
THCA can be detected as THC in different drug testing methods. For example, THCA can be detected as a THC metabolite for approximately 1-2 days in urine drug tests.
What Is the best way to store THCA flowers?
Store inside an airtight glass jar. Place the jar in a cool and dark place.
What is the Difference Between CBD and THCA?
THCA is a non-psychoactive compound when exposed to heat converts into THC. CBD, on the other hand, is derived from hemp plants and remains non-psychoactive even when exposed to heat.
Is THCA flower the same as raw cannabis?
Yes. THCA flower in raw form is considered raw cannabis but it’s not considered a marijuana flower if it only has 0.3% or less of THC content.
Are there side effects to using THCA flower?
If unsmoked, overconsumption of THCA flower can lead to nausea, indigestion, itching, etc. When smoked, a THCA flower’s side effects are similar to THC.
How to find high THCA flower near me?
Simply search online the list of mentioned high THCA flower hemp in this article and you’ll find some dispensaries and online merchants that offer them near you.
Where can I buy high THCA flower bulk?
There are several vendors of high THCA flower online who offers them in bulk like The Hemp Doctor Wholesale.
