You’ll always see her wearing pink! Mekayla Hogan (@mkmekayla) loves exploring Cannabis products that feature her favorite color: pink. Bongs, packaging, etc. — if it’s pink, she’s on it.
The Leaf spoke with her about her experiences budtending at Cookies’ busy La Mesa location.
Your shop is next to San Diego State University, have you ever had a student ask which strain would be good for keeping them awake during a classic European pottery lecture?
I wouldn’t be surprised if that actually happened! I would recommend a good sativa that will keep them alert and focused. If we have Green Crack or Durban Poison, I’ll suggest those. Everyone can benefit from a little boost in energy. Those strains are hard to find, though.
Why do you think it’s tough to find some of the old-school strains now?
I’d prefer to see more old-school strains. I personally like garlic, onion, skunky, diesel, dirty and Chemdog. I wish there were more of these. Right now, everything seems to be candy flavors like Lemon Cherry Gelato, and it seems that the old genetics have been crossbred too much.
You love the color pink, but Cookies rocks the notorious baby blue aesthetic. Is that a conflict of interest when you’re behind the counter?
Not at all; it’s a union. Baby blue is my 2nd favorite color. It’s all about cotton candy vibes, so it’s perfect.
Your dad brought the family to San Diego through his service in the military. How does he feel about you making a living in the Cannabis industry?
My dad is out of the military now and is recovering from brain cancer, so he’s very appreciative that I’m able to suggest medicine to help him through this difficult time.
What would you like to see in the industry in the near future?
I’d like to see consumers focus less on THC percentages and focus more on terpenes. All the different flavors and the growing methods — these all make a big difference in your experience.
If you could sesh with a famous musician, who would it be?
I’d be down to smoke with my favorite rapper, NBA YoungBoy.
If you see Mekayla during your next visit to Cookies, congratulate her; she just got engaged and will be planning a wedding soon.
