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Budtenders’ Picks for May | VRC’s Highly Recommended Favorites

by | May 4, 2026

Budtenders’ Picks for May are here, and the VRC crew is fully stepping into that pre-summer mood. The days are warmer, the seshes are getting tastier, and everybody’s looking for something that hits just right without doing too much. You know, good flavor, good vibes, and a high that understands the assignment.

This month’s lineup has a little bit of everything: a fruity Pineapple Express disposable, tropical rosin that feels like a beach day in a dab, an all-in-one vape made for staying up and locked in, and some premium flower for when it’s time to slow down and actually relax.

Basically, May said, “bring options,” and our Budtenders listened.

Let’s get into VRC’s May Budtenders’ Picks.


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Lil Davinci’s May Pick:
Gramlin’s Pineapple Express Disposable

Gramlin Pineapple Express hybrid disposable vape featured in VRC Budtenders’ Picks for May

The Gramlin Pineapple Express 1g Disposable (Hybrid) is a flavorful, high-potency vape featuring sweet pineapple and citrus notes with smooth hits and balanced effects that many users describe as uplifting, happy, and lightly relaxing, making it a great choice for daytime or early evening use. Testing around 88% THC, it’s ideal for experienced consumers while beginners should start slow, and the draw-activated design adds easy convenience for on-the-go sessions.

Rating: 8.8/10, a tasty and reliable disposable with classic Pineapple Express vibes.

Sincerely,
DaVinci


A digital banner featuring Budtender Cici from Vallejo Relief Center (VRC), with a green background decorated with cannabis leaves and the VRC logo. In the center is a memoji-style avatar representing Cici.

CiCi’s May Pick:
CAM’s Bubba’s Mints

CAM Private Reserve Bubba’s Mints cannabis pre-roll pack featured in VRC Budtenders’ Picks for May

CAM’s Bubba’s Mints is a premium indica-leaning hybrid that brings that classic kushy body high with a fresh minty twist. The flavor is earthy, minty, a little gassy, and has a slight sweet cookie note in the background.

The high feels calm, relaxing, and great for winding down, but it still gives a little mood boost from the Kush Mints side. I’d say this is more of an afternoon-to-nighttime smoke, especially after work or when you’re ready to fully chill.

At 33% THC, it’s definitely strong, so beginners should take it slow. But if you like frosty flower, minty kush flavor, and a relaxed body feel, Bubba’s Mints is a solid pick.


A cartoonized version of VRC's budtender "E" on a VRC banner display.

Erik’s May Pick:
Moon Valley’s Neon Panther

Dude, this one’s straight-up tropical. Neon Panther comes in with those sweet, juicy fruit vibes right off the rip — like you just cracked open something fresh on the beach.

Super smooth on the inhale, real clean melt, and the flavor actually sticks the whole way through. None of that drop-off halfway — just steady, tasty hits.

The high’s mellow but uplifting, keeps you cruisin’ — not heavy at all. Perfect for staying stoked, kicking it with friends, or just vibing out.

Overall, just a solid, feel-good rosin. Easy pick if you’re chasing flavor and a clean, happy high. 🌊


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Darion’s May Pick:
MADE’s Cream Smoothie

VRC budtender holding MADE Ultra Cream Smoothie all-in-one cannabis vape for May Budtenders’ Picks

I had Cream Smoothie, super fire. Kept me up and awake for playing video games. The pull was decent but not the strongest.

Flavor: 7.5 out of 10

Great new product. Can’t wait to try the other flavors!!


That’s the May lineup: fruity, tropical, smooth, strong, and ready for whatever kind of mood you’re bringing into the month.

From DaVinci’s Pineapple Express pick to Eric’s clean Neon Panther rosin, Darion’s MADE all-in-one, and CiCi’s premium Bubba’s Mints flower, this round is giving flavor first, good vibes always, and a little something for every kind of sesh.

If one of these sounds like your type of smoke, swing by VRC and ask the crew about it, or check our online menu before you pull up. And while you’re there, don’t forget to peek at the deals, because saving money while grabbing good weed is very much the move.

New month. Fresh picks. Same VRC energy. We’ll see you at the shop.

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