Today we are doing, what I’m going to call an “input/output” review.

We are reviewing Voyage Bloom x Escada Gordon - Tiger Cake flower as well as Voyage Bloom x Eastside Alchemy - Tiger Cake live rosin.

Basically we get to try the Tiger Cake flower (the input/starting material of rosin) and then see that same flower, squished by Eastside Alchemy in the output of rosin.

One strain, two products/reviews.

Voyage Bloom

Little is on the internet about Voyage Bloom.

They have a under construction website with this:

Who We Are
Voyage Bloom is a cannabis supplier homegrown in Southeast Michigan.
Honest options. Innovative technology. Family owned.

Most information about them is found on their Instagram account.

Escada Gordon

Who is Escada Gordon?

From Voyage Bloom Instagram post:

Escada Gordon is a self-taught artist hailing from the vibrant city of Detroit, specifically the West Side. His artistic career began at 5 years old and has been shaped by a diverse range of experiences, resulting in a multidisciplinary practice. While attending the Art Institute of Novi, Escada focused on animation, which profoundly influenced his storytelling and visual communication approach.

Escada’s work is driven by a strong belief in the power of expression and the importance of addressing pressing issues in our contemporary society. From political satire to thought-provoking murals, his art serves as a platform for dialogue and introspection. Escada believes that art should be an unfiltered reflection of our collective experiences, allowing us to confront uncomfortable truths, and challenge preconceptions, while fostering empathy and understanding.

Beyond his proficiency in painting, drawing, graphic design, sculpting, and animation, Escada continuously explores new techniques and pushes the boundaries of his creativity. Currently, he collaborates with @allmotionstudio and various affiliates, working throughout the United States in the fields of graphic design, live painting, and animation. As Escada’s artistic journey unfolds, his commitment to experimentation and growth remains unwavering. His dedication to his craft and collaborative spirit exemplifies his passion for creating impactful visual experiences.

Voyage Bloom x Escada Gordon - Tiger Cake (Flower)

• Genetics: Layer Cake x The Menthol
• Profile: Spicy, tamarind, and sweet mint
• Bred By: Compound Genetics @compoundgeneticsofficial
• Dominante Terps: D-Limonene, Farnesene, Caryophyllene, and Ocimene
• Description: “Tiger cake is potent and easily overloads the senses. The aroma is a captivating blend of Tajin, tamarind candy, mint, and gas. Its frosty buds are decorated with orange hairs, resembling the stripes of a tiger. 🐯”

Stats

• THC: 29%
• CBD: 0.06%
• Total: 35.2%
• Produced By: Voyage Bloom (AU-G-C-000665)
• Harvested: 05/03/23
• Tested by: Viridis North (AU-SC-000103)
• Tested on: 06/12/23

Terps

• Total: 2.6%

Review

👁️ Look

• Pretty small nugs.
• Breaks down into angel feathers.

👃 Smell

• Sweet cookies dipped in menthol.

👅 Taste

• Cookie inhale.
• Thin mints exhale.

Rating

🐅🎂

The nugs on this were frosty, yet smaller.

Menthol cools your nose from the first whiff.

With the combined cookie terps, I’m reminded of Thin Mint Girl Scout Cookies.

The taste was pretty unique, but I felt it could have been stronger.

The flavor is there, I just want to see it cranked to 11.

While not mind blowing, as Tony the tiger (possible relative?) said it’s still “Grrrrreat!”:

Gas ⛽

Voyage Bloom x Eastside Alchemy - Tiger Cake (Live Rosin)

Stats

• THC: 77.369%
• CBD: 0.286%
• Cannabinoids: 91.890%
• Produced By: The Plant Factory (AU-P-000318)
• Harvest Date: ?
• Tested by: ACT Labs
• Test Date: 5/27/23

Terps

• Total: 7.5657%

Review

👁️ Look

• Perfect consistency.
• Great color.

👃 Smell

• Dank, hashy cookies.

👅 Taste

• Deep, creamy cookies.
• Pungent taste.

Rating

I wanted more of those great Thin Mint cookies terps in the flower and the rosin delivered!

The flavor on this one blew me away.

It really shows what concetrates do: concentrate flavor.

The color and consistency on the rosin matched Eastside’s excellent standard.

With terps so good you just want to keep smelling the puck (even when it’s empty).

I smoked through this waaay too fast, because this was:

Gas ⛽

Outro

Having the opportunity to try some flower both before AND after it’s squished into rosin was quite the treat!

It really gives you an appreciation for what flower qualities produce quality rosin.

The Tiger Cake flower is gas, but not mind blowing.

But the Tiger Cake rosin is both gas AND mind blowing.

Props to both Voyage Bloom & Eastside Alchemy for having the eye of the tiger.

What do you guys think?

Did you prefer the flower or the rosin?

Stay 😶‍🌫️