Quick answer: In cannabis slang, “gas” means high-quality weed or a strong fuel-like, diesel aroma. Other common terms include loud (strong-smelling), pack (a bag of flower), top shelf (premium), pheno (a specific version of a strain) and drop (a limited release).

Cannabis slang glossary

• Gas: premium flower, or a diesel, fuel-like aroma.
• Loud: flower with a strong smell.
• Pack: a bag of flower.
• Exotic / zaza: high-end, rare flower.
• Top shelf: the best tier in a shop.
• Mids: average quality.
• Pheno: one expression of a strain’s genetics.
• Cross: a new strain bred from two parents.
• Drop: a limited release.
• Cosign: when a known brand officially backs another brand. See the Potent Roots Cosign.
• Kief: loose trichomes collected in a grinder.
• Canoeing: when a joint burns unevenly down one side.

Frequently asked questions

What does gas mean in weed?

Gas means high-quality weed or describes a diesel, fuel-like aroma.

What does pack mean?

A pack is slang for a bag of cannabis flower.

What does cosign mean in cannabis?

A cosign is when an established brand officially backs another brand, often with co-branded packaging and products.

About Potent Roots

Potent Roots is a premium cannabis brand and branding company. Shop Potent Roots Merch, learn about the Potent Roots Cosign program (packages starting at $5,000), and follow @potentroots_ on Instagram.

Written by Potent Roots Staff. For adults 21+ only. Always follow the cannabis laws where you live. This article is for general information and is not legal advice.