Australian Natural Therapeutics Group's ANTG Solace Flower Review | AusCannaReviews
Australian Natural Therapeutics Group's ANTG Solace is the cultivar Tange Chem** a cross between Chemdog and Tangerine. A 22% THC Sativa leaning cultivar, Solace’s dominant terpenes are Limonene, Myrcene, Caryophyllene, and Humulene. Australian Natural Therapeutics Group has cultivated several batches of Solace as it has been on the Australian medicinal market for several years. I’m reviewing batch F-230087B.
I covered Chemdawg’s backstory in Beacon Medical’s Ventura Dawg review a couple of months ago. But a quick refresher… Chemdawg is often associated with a strong gassy aroma and is touted for her invigorating effects. Typically high in Caryophyllene, Myrcene, and Limonene, Chemdawg is recommended for patients trying to alleviate symptoms of stress and anxiety, nausea, and migraines.
Tangerine is a 4th generation daughter of Ch9 Aroma, meaning Tangerine was created by backcrossing the Ch9 cultivar four times. (“Backcrossing is a crossing of a hybrid with one of its parents or an individual genetically similar to its parent, to achieve offspring with a genetic identity closer to that of the parent”.) Tangerine’s flavour profile is characterized by a combination of zesty citrus notes, followed by a sweet tropical undertone upon exhale. Tangerine's effects are said to deliver an uplifting and strong euphoric onset before eventually transitioning into a more relaxing state without inducing sedation. Typically high in Myrcene, Pinene, and Limonene Tangerine is recommended for patients trying to manage symptoms of chronic pain, inflammation, mild to moderate cases of depression, muscle spasms or tremors, and chronic anxiety or stress.
Review
Solace isn’t a cultivar I would have normally picked for myself. Instead, it came as somewhat of a recommendation.
A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of attending a dinner that was hosted by Viz Medicinal in Brisbane. I found myself seated at a table surrounded by a group of amazing ladies, all of whom were actively involved in the cannabis industry. As the night unfolded in conversation, one of the women, who was a doctor, mentioned that Solace was a favourite of her patients. As I’ve been looking for something to rotate against Promethean BioPharma’s Super Silver Haze, I thought I’d give it a try.
Opening my 10-gram container of Australian Natural Therapeutics Group's ANTG Solace I'm greeted by a subtle blend of citrus, fruit, and floral notes but also a bit of chemical gassiness.
Featuring a palette of green hues ranging from pale to olive, Solace's small, light, and fluffy buds were evenly coated in trichomes and red stigmas. However, they contained a considerable amount of underdeveloped seeds. Solace's container lacked a humidity pack and while the buds had a somewhat tacky texture, they were more crumbly than expected, leaving a decent amount of shake at the bottom of my tub. Solace falls short of passing the Sticky Icky Test. Additionally, the trim job could have been slightly better as it was a tad stemmy for my liking.
Starting at 170C, Solace doesn’t showcase much of a flavour profile. It’s a little citrusy with a subtle spiciness emerging on the back of my throat around the 185C mark. Solace's effects are quick to make an entrance—a rush of euphoria paired with a clear-headed sensation, accompanied by an energetic push that propelled me through most of the day. However, Solace also made me feel jittery, scatterbrained and forgetful.
Solace would be suited for a mid-morning to mid-afternoon slot in my rotation.
Would I refill this prescription? No, at $149 it’s the same price point as MedCan’s Frozen Lemons, which has effects more suited to my needs and while it is $21 cheaper than Promethean BioPharma’s Super Silver Haze, it lacks the focus that I desperately need on the days I just can’t seem to motivate my ass off the couch. Plus, as an individual coping with anxiety, anything that induces a fidgety/high-strung sensation is a hard pass for me.
⭐️⭐️ (2 out of 5 stars)
**Periodically, when uncertain about a cultivar's genetics, I proactively seek confirmation from the respective company. Typically, I extend a week for companies to respond to such inquiries. However, in this instance, I completely dropped the ball, sending a confirmation request less than 48 hours before the print deadline. I want to give a huge shout-out to the team at Australian Natural Therapeutics Group for the promptness in confirming Solace’s genetics.**
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I have no formal training in medicine or science. This article does not constitute medical advice.