Sun’s out, grill’s hot, and the vibe is just right. Whether you’re flipping burgers, passing the tongs to your bestie, or just vibing in a lawn chair with tunes playing and smoke rising, the right strain can take your backyard BBQ from good to unforgettable. These flavorful picks are all about keeping you in the moment: relaxed, social, and just the right amount of lifted.

Here are some strains that pair perfectly with a sunny afternoon, good food, and great company:

 

Sundro Cherry Punch

• Type: Hybrid
• THC: 22.64%
• Terps: Caryophyllene, Myrcene, Humulene
• Lineage: Cherry AK-47 x Purple Punch

If you’re after that laid-back but still down to throw bags and talk smack during cornhole kind of high, Cherry Punch is your BBQ MVP. The fruity, slightly skunky aroma makes a statement right out of the jar, and the smoke? Smooth and uplifting. Expect relaxed vibes with enough mental clarity to chat it up or sneak a quick errand run before dessert.

Sundro cultivates this one using high-tech greenhouse magic. Seriously, their setup reads like sci-fi for plants so you get all the rich sun-powered terpenes with indoor consistency.

Best for: Post-burger bliss and lawn chair laughs
Feels like: Happy, calm, chilled, but still in the convo

 

 

Sundro Golden Apples

• Type: Sativa
• THC: 26.49%

Crank up the playlist and crack open something citrusy. Golden Apples is all about good energy and creative sparks. If your BBQ style includes storytelling, freestyle playlists, or just inventing ridiculous games for the group, this one’s your jam.

With its crisp, clean effects and high THC percentage, this strain keeps things upbeat and electric without tipping over into “too much.” Grown in Missouri’s only sealed glass greenhouse with the power of the sun, this flower brings a terpene profile you won’t forget.

Best for: Grillmasters and playlist gods
Feels like: Energetic, inspired, on your A-game

 

 

Atta Reality Ztone

• Type: Hybrid (Sativa-leaning)
• THC: 20%
• Terps: Carene, Pulegone, Linalool + more
• Lineage: Sunshine 4 x Kosher OG x Oz Kush x Thanoz

Reality Ztone is your “let’s get the day started” strain, but it works just as well mid-BBQ when you’re on your second hot dog and want to keep the energy going. The flavor profile hits with lemon, berries, and just a touch of kush, making it ideal for a social smoke.

It’s creative, light, and has just enough euphoria to keep you smiling as you make your way through the potato salad lineup.

Best for: Early arrivals and playlist-curators
Feels like: Fresh, creative, zoned-in fun

 

 

Illicit Animal Star Cookies

• Type: Hybrid
• THC: 21.48%
• Terps: Limonene, Myrcene, Caryophyllene
• Lineage: Animal Cookies x Stardawg

For when the sun starts to dip and the grill cools down, Animal Star Cookies brings in the cozy vibes. Think smooth body relaxation with a hint of mental uplift, just enough to spark a great conversation or let you sink into the moment while you admire your BBQ mastery.

With rich, nutty sweetness and some earthy vanilla notes, this one smokes like a treat. And with the big, beautiful hand-trimmed buds Illicit is known for, it looks just as good as it feels.

Best for: Sunset smoke circles and storytelling mode
Feels like: Relaxed, calm, quietly buzzed in the best way

 

 

Sweets

Let’s not forget dessert because sweets totally belong at the BBQ, too. After you’ve gone in on ribs, burgers, and potato salad, it’s time to treat yourself to something a little more… elevated. Atta’s Green Apple Full Spectrum Gummy Rings are a crisp and tangy follow-up to savory bites. Each ring packs 25mg of THC, so whether you want to nibble one or share with friends, these gummies offer full-spectrum effects wrapped in fruity goodness.

If you’re more into tropical vibes, Camino’s Watermelon Lemonade Gummies are the ultimate post-grill treat. With sativa- and indica-like terpenes, these 5mg gems combine juicy watermelon with zesty lemon to send your taste buds, and your mood, to a breezy, blissed-out place. Whether passed around the picnic table or saved for sunset, infused gummies are a chill, tasty way to keep the BBQ vibes going strong.

 

 

Time to Fire It Up

Visit Hippos Cannabis dispensary and let us help you pick the perfect pairing for your next BBQ. Whether you’re looking for something zesty, chill, or deeply flavorful, we’ve got a strain to match every dish – and every vibe. Stay lifted. Stay grilling. Stay chill.