Yet another strain whose genetics are hotly disputed, Fantasy is one of those strains so hard to come by that not a few articles have appeared questioning whether it still exists. It exists, alright. Oh, yes.

A dense, sticky variety with thick green nugs positively swarming with red hairs, Asian Fantasy is a marvel to behold. Most striking about its appearance is its very un-budlike shape—long and slightly curved, like a crayfish. Its beauty is matched only by its taste—harsh and spicy, reminiscent of Moroccan hashish—and its powerful, warm-butter-in-the-veins stone. Take our word for it, Fantasy is definitely nighttime medicine, perfect for fighting even the toughest bouts of insomnia or settling the most jangled nerves.

A story frequently told about this strain attributes its supposed extinction to a certain greedy individual who hoarded its seeds and then lost track of the genetics himself. While at least part of that story is certainly untrue—as we said, reports of Asian Fantasy’s demise are greatly exaggerated—the legend does carry a powerful lesson we’d all do well to heed: Take care to share your bounty, or your bounty will be taken from you.

But for some, there is a rare strain that is considered the holy grail of cannabis. It most commonly goes by the name of Asian Fantasy. According to legend, the genetics for the strain were only known to one person who hoarded the seeds and wouldn’t share the genetics with anyone. The legend also says that the genetics were eventually lost and the strain went extinct.

That last part of the legend happens to be untrue, as the strain can still be found in some places, including the Holistic Therapeutic Center in Valley Village, California. When we contacted Liz from HTC, she gave us the following strain review of Fanasy:

Review:

“Looks: A dense bright green nug that is curved like a crab claw. Covered with trichomes that look like dew drops will make anyone’s eyes pop out of their head. Bright red hairs peek out of this flower but even the hairs have some crystals on them. Fantasy is a sight to behold.

Aroma: A sweet and sour pungent aroma that overtakes the senses. One sniff will linger in your senses and haunt your dreams. The aroma of the Asian fantasy has such a kick to it that you can almost taste the potency.

Taste: Asian Fantasy has an unmistakable fresh intense taste to it. Some say spicy some say sweet but however it hits you that hit will be harsh and memorable to your lungs. The after taste is not like cotton mouth at all, more like an exploration into the different flavors you can pick up on from the last hit.

Effects: I describe it as a “mini Burning Man trip”. This is a psychedelic trip without taking LSD. Your thoughts will be like veins in the body….branching off in different directions and leading to unknown places. The sky’s the limit with this high! There is no peak to the mountain top or in other words the high just keeps on coming. There is no heavy body high other than a slight floaty or tingling sensation.

Target Patients: This is for the artist or creative being in everyone. Fantasy is for someone who wants to be energetic, alert and have inspirational thoughts. This is not the type of strain that a novice should try on a whim. Fantasy is for those who are prepared for and enjoy a mind-boggling riproaring time! HTC says buckle up and enjoy the ride!”

While it may be impossible in the end to say one strain is the strongest weed in the world, the search is a fascinating, and quite enjoyable. One thing is for sure: enhanced genetics and improved growing technology means that cannabis will continue to get stronger. Whatever is the strongest weed today may find itself supplanted from the throne tomorrow.

Exotic taste and atmospheric 'high' make this cannabis strain a rare find. This is a hardy plant with a big flavor and dense buds.

9 weeks bloom, but will pick-up weight within 10 weeks. A blanket of THC bearing trichromes will cover buds like snow.