2025 has been a great year for the Connoisseur Pack, showcasing the evolution of quality in Missouri’s cannabis products. From the Flower division, which is currently in the midst of the 2nd Annual Flower Tournament Series and is set to drop its next pack on July 25th for Round 2… to the Rosin division shaking things up with new brands entering the arena and, for the first time ever, a new champion taking the belt… and even the 2nd-ever Live Resin Connoisseur Pack, which resulted in back-to-back wins for the current Live Resin champ.

Here’s a full breakdown of the results from each release so far this year.

Rosin Championship

The Rosin Championship delivered a shake-up that had everyone talking. For the first time, a new champion was crowned in the solventless division — and in the highest-rated overall pack to date, with final scores separated by just hundredths of a point. All three contenders scored above an 8.6, landing at 8.63, 8.62, and 8.61 respectively.

Amaze took first place with Blueberry Clementine, an indica-hybrid with a creamy citrus twist. Judges described it as “fruity and vibrant,” “like a tropical gelato,” and “super smooth, like velvet.” The flavor translated directly from its aroma with a zesty pop on the exhale that lingered just right.

VIBE followed closely with Grape Sunkist, a sweet and musky blend that one connoisseur compared to a “Capri Sun with berry notes and a piney finish.” Its tropical, slightly gassy profile offered a smooth inhale and a clean, balanced high.

Monopoly Melts rounded out the trio with Grape Sherb, a funky and glossy badder that one judge called “a 10/10 profile all day long.” With notes of sherbet, sweet citrus, and creamy grape, the texture and flavor of this rosin were consistently praised — “translucent, buttery, and loaded with terps.”

Flower Tournament Series: Round 1

Round 1 of the Flower Tournament featured a strong mix of contenders, but one strain stood out from the jump. Amaze took first with Bull Dance, a citrus and gassy sativa that dominated across every category. Connoisseurs raved about its “zesty citrus inhale,” “floral exhale,” and “layered, vibrant aroma.” Described as “extremely flavorful and refreshing,” Bull Dance earned a clear path to the Championship Round and achieved an 8.4 rating.

Notorious placed second with Coal Creek Kush at an impressive 8.2 rating, a frosty indica known for its dense trichome coverage and savory flavor. It was described as “super savory with peppery, earthy, and musky notes” and “completely frosted on every piece.” One voter said, “most beautiful buds in the pack — almost white, completely caked.”

Illicit’s Chem Butter placed third with what many called the best nose in the lineup. Connoisseurs noted its “gassy, fruity, almost minty pine” aroma, “sticky fingers from the break-up,” and “super lemon smell you could catch from across the room.” Chem Butter scored a 8 rating and had a very impressive aesthetic with hues of light green and purple all over its buds.

Camp Cannabis finished fourth with California #10 ending with a solid 7.9 rating, still receiving love from patients for its smoothness and complexity. One Connoisseur described its flavor profile as “spicy rainbow sherb,” while another called it “the smoothest strain in the pack — didn’t even cough off fat rips.”

Live Resin Championship

The second-ever Live Resin Pack brought another close competition between three unique extracts. Vibe took home the top spot once again with their Gelato at a 8.19 rating, which earned nearly half of all 1st-place votes. Described as having “perfect badder consistency — buttery and creamy when stirred,” Gelato’s profile hit with “lemon blueberry poundcake”, a “sour tangy” start, and a sweet, lingering finish. Judges highlighted its relaxing, happy, and euphoric effects.

   

Teal barely finished second with their Hawaiian Fonta x Liquid Sunshine scoring a 8.17 in a razor thin match-up with Vibe. A sativa-hybrid that delivered a funky citrus nose and vibrant golden color. Connoisseurs said it had a “sweet berry and citrus blend with earth and gas,” while another called it “layered and delicious — funky, verging on pineapple.” Effects leaned towards calming, uplifting, and euphoric.

Elevate rounded out the trio with Wedding Cake, a surprisingly citrus-forward indica-hybrid that impressed judges with its smooth inhale and flavor consistency. One subscriber wrote, “The smell translated great to flavor; fuel with hints of sour citrus,” while another said, “Definitely my favorite for terps and flavor.”

CannabisCult.CO Beta Is Now Live

The feedback from the community over these last few drops has been incredible. Missouri connoisseurs continue to deliver thoughtful, honest ratings, and their input directly helps shape the results of each release. We’re beyond grateful for the growing community that’s taken part so far.

We’re excited to officially launch the CannabisCult.CO beta platform; and we’re inviting all cannabis connoisseurs to jump in and explore and use the Connoisseur Rating system on products you try even outside of the Connoisseur Pack.

You can now create a free account at CannabisCult.CO to:

• Rate products you try using the Connoisseur Rating System
• Track your personal experiences
• Build a wishlist of strains you want to try
• And earn points just by participating to unlock VIP status

Those points can be redeemed for exclusive rewards such as free Connoisseur Packs. This is your chance to be part of something early and help shape the future of how Missouri discovers, rates, and remembers their favorite cannabis strains.

Dropping Now

The next Connoisseur Pack hits dispensary shelves today – Friday, July 25th, and it’s going to be a banger.

Robust, VIBE, Elevate, and Curio Wellness will face off in a royal rumble for a spot in the Championship Pack, judged blindly by the opinions that matter most: Missouri patients and consumers.

Each pack features 4 premium eighths for $99 and will be available at Key, Sunrise, Kansas City Cannabis, Feel State, and Missouri Made. Quantities are very limited so if you’re looking to secure a pack, head to the cult website on drop day for more details!

Sign up now at CannabisCult.CO, to create your cult account to stay up to date on upcoming drops and features, and help decide who moves on to the finals from Round 2 and 3!