Golden Crystal

On the palate, Golden Crystal plays in the big leagues. The attack is smooth, almost creamy, with a base of honey and dried flowers. Then comes a subtle spiciness: cinnamon, nutmeg. In the background, warm woody notes and a slight vegetal bitterness balance it all out. It's round, it's long, it's the kind of taste that makes you close your eyes and nod your head involuntarily.

On the nose, it's like a spice market in a country we're not allowed to name (but you know which one). Aromas of warm honey, beeswax and sandalwood, with a fresh herbaceous base that airs the whole thing out. When you crumble it between your fingers, a sweet floral twist rises up, almost like lavender, but more streetwise.

A bright golden yellow block, almost translucent at the thinnest edges, with a slightly satiny surface that catches the light like a jewel in a shop window. The texture is supple, malleable, melting between your fingers, sticky just enough to let you know it's the real deal. When cut, the inside is smooth and shiny. Visually, it's the kind of hash that makes you want to take a photo before crumbling it. And yes, we know you're going to post it. We approve.