Hey Campers! Ty’s back with a no-nonsense review of the HIGHXOTIC Black Mountain Side pre-roll — and this time he brought backup. His dad, an old-school smoker who mixes his weed with tobacco and usually leans sativa, gave this indica-dominant joint a run. Verdict? It knocked him on his ass (his words).
That kind of crossover appeal — OG smokers and legal market regulars both reaching for the same strain — is exactly why Black Mountain Side keeps showing up in our review rotation. Durban Poison crossed with OG Kush, heavy on the indica side, built for the end of the day.
Budtender Review (Ty)
“Review from my dad, as he’s an old-school smoker I wanted his opinions on it as well. From his side he felt it was a very decent strong smoke. Not much of a head high even though he usually prefers sativa smokes. He enjoyed it and said after 2-3 tokes he was good to go as he usually mixes his weed with tobacco. More of a body buzz — in his words knocked him on his ass — not a heavy sleeper so he said it was nice to just lay back after work and watch some tv. I’d say more of a hybrid indica vibe as well. As always very decent in terms of smoke and quality so no complaints there. Personally I’d definitely say HighXotic would be popular amongst the OG smokers from some of us with our crazy tolerances. Dad’s review is 8/10, mine was about the same 7.6/10.”
First Impressions
HIGHXOTIC Black Mountain Side is a Durban Poison x OG Kush cross that leans heavy indica. The terpene lineup — limonene, caryophyllene, humulene, nerolidol, and pinene — builds a profile that reads earthy, lemony, and a little spicy, with cake and dough notes underneath. HighXotic describes a sour skunk finish that rounds the whole thing out. On the nose it’s not the loudest strain in their lineup, but it’s complex enough to reward anyone who pays attention to terps over THC numbers.
How It Hits
The effects land body-first. Ty and his dad both felt the indica lean immediately — heavy body buzz, relaxed muscles, minimal head high. That’s notable because Ty’s dad is a sativa-leaning smoker and still found it enjoyable rather than overwhelming. It’s a two-to-three-toke kind of joint for experienced smokers, and the body load settles in fast without the racing thoughts or paranoia that can come with high-potency indicas. This is a wind-down strain — post-shift, couch, TV, done.
What People Are Saying Online
- Multiple Stok’d budtenders reviewed Black Mountain Side in the same sample period — Konrad called the smoke “super smooth and easy on the lungs” with a “sweet and creamy” taste, while Monica noted pine and citrus flavour with a solid, even head-and-body high.
- The Dank Reviews panel gave HighXotic’s Black Mountain Side strong marks for trichome density and bud development, consistent with the brand’s craft positioning in the Ontario market.
- HighXotic’s own product page describes the strain as delivering initial euphoria and heightened awareness that transitions into deep contemplation and eventually settles into a calm, relaxed state — consumer feedback generally confirms that progression.
Our Take
Black Mountain Side is a generational bridge. It’s the strain that your dad would’ve smoked in the hot knife days if it existed back then — earthy, strong, no gimmicks — but it’s finished with the kind of craft attention that today’s market expects. The Durban Poison x OG Kush lineage gives it enough complexity to keep it interesting past the first puff, and the body-dominant effects make it a reliable closer for anyone who needs to shut the day down. At Stok’d, this one gets pointed toward customers who say they want “something strong that isn’t going to have me staring at the ceiling overthinking.”
About the Brand
HighXotic is a Canadian LP under Novoman Medicals, focused on exotic craft flower and solventless-infused pre-rolls. They rotate strains across their Royal Dive, Royal Ace, Royal Spice, and G.S.P lines, building each release around strain-specific genetics. Their attention to detail — from ceramic-tipped infused joints to individually labelled sample vials — has earned them a growing following among Ontario budtenders and craft cannabis consumers.
Final Word
HIGHXOTIC Black Mountain Side is built for the old-school smoker who respects the plant and the new-school consumer who reads the terp label. It’s not flashy, but it’s dependable — and sometimes that’s exactly what you need after a long one. Grab it at any Stok’d location in Scarborough or Niagara Falls, or order online for delivery.
FAQs
Who reviewed the HIGHXOTIC Black Mountain Side pre-roll?
The HIGHXOTIC Black Mountain Side pre-roll was reviewed by Ty, a budtender at Stok'd Cannabis, alongside his dad — an experienced, old-school smoker. Both reviews are based on firsthand use.
Is this review based on firsthand experience?
Yes, this review is based on firsthand experience from two generations of smokers. Ty tried the product himself and also had his dad weigh in for an old-school perspective.
What does HIGHXOTIC Black Mountain Side taste like?
HIGHXOTIC Black Mountain Side tastes earthy and slightly sweet on the inhale with notes of cake and dough, followed by pine and a finish that leans into sour skunk territory. The dominant terpenes — limonene, caryophyllene, humulene, nerolidol, and pinene — give it a layered, complex profile.
How strong is the HIGHXOTIC Black Mountain Side pre-roll?
HIGHXOTIC Black Mountain Side typically tests between 29–35% THC with around 3.6–3.7% total terpenes. The effects are body-dominant and hit fast — Ty's dad said two to three tokes had him settled in for the evening. Experienced smokers with higher tolerances may find it moderate but still enjoyable.
What strain is Black Mountain Side?
Black Mountain Side is an indica-dominant strain created by crossing Durban Poison with OG Kush. It's part of the broader Girl Scout Cookies genetic family and known for its earthy, lemony, spicy terpene profile and body-heavy effects.
Where can I buy HIGHXOTIC Black Mountain Side in Scarborough or Niagara Falls?
You can buy HIGHXOTIC Black Mountain Side at any Stok'd Cannabis location in Scarborough or at our Niagara Falls store. Check stokd.ca for current availability or order online for delivery.
Can Stok'd suggest similar products if Black Mountain Side is out of stock?
Absolutely. Our budtenders can match the earthy, body-heavy profile with something similar from HighXotic's rotating lineup or from another LP with strong indica genetics. Drop by any location or reach out online and we'll sort you out.
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