Why the San Diego Farmers Cup Chose Hitoki as Its Official Dry Herb Testing Tool

The San Diego Farmers Cup, a celebrated People's Choice flower competition established in 2014, is gearing up for its 420 Edition. This year, the competition promised to showcase the finest flower products, with enthusiasts, brands, and growers coming together to find the best of the best. Following a public vote, the winners were honored at an in-person Awards Sesh on May 18th 2024 in San Diego.

For an event of this caliber, the choice of a testing tool is crucial. The Farmers Cup needed a solution that met several key criteria: it had to provide smooth draws to minimize lung irritation, allow judges to fully taste and assess the flower, and deliver the flower's full potency. This year, they selected the Hitoki laser-powered smoking device as their official tool, and here's why.

The Power of Precision

Traditional butane lighters, commonly used in flower consumption, can contaminate the flavor of the flower with butane fumes. This contamination can obscure the true essence of the strain, making accurate judgment difficult. Hitoki's laser technology, on the other hand, uses light energy to combust the flower more cleanly. This method preserves the pure flavors and potency of the flower, allowing judges to experience each strain in its most authentic form.

Enhanced Judging Experience

Feedback from judges has highlighted the benefits of using Hitoki. One senior judge noted, “I could not have done the judging if it wasn’t for how smooth Hitoki delivers. It made it easier for me to assess the flower without harsh effects on my lungs.” This ease of use ensures that judges can focus on the quality of the flower without being distracted by discomfort or coughing.

A Unique Advantage

Hitoki's performance and unique approach to combustion set it apart from other tools. By eliminating the interference of butane fumes, it provides a cleaner, more refined smoking experience. This quality aligns perfectly with the Farmers Cup's goal of highlighting the best flower products available.

Josh Caruso from the Farmers Cup encapsulated this sentiment, saying, “Here at the Farmers Cup we want our judges to experience every detail of every strain that gets entered in the competition. That means they need a proper tool to do so. We found when our judges use Hitoki they get to taste the true essence of what every entry and strain should taste like. This helps determine what is the best of the best in our competition.”

In summary, the San Diego Farmers Cup's decision to use Hitoki as its dry herb testing tool underscores the importance of a clean, precise smoking experience. With its advanced laser technology, Hitoki ensures that every strain can be judged on its true merits, making it an indispensable part of this year's competition.