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Budtender of the Month: Trey Ascheman

Trey Ascheman favors “anything with blueberry notes. Shiskaberry is my absolute favorite.”

Photos by Rex Hilsinger

Trey Ascheman (@independencetrey) hails from Gig Harbor. His longtime passion for Cannabis started when an accident left his brother with a severely broken wrist. Trey had heard about the plant’s healing properties and decided to learn how it could aid in his brother’s recovery journey. It was not long before he realized and visualized some of the amazing healing and pain management that CBD, THC and other cannabinoids can provide. 

For the last five years, Trey has been doing his part by helping educate consumers. Today, and for the last three years, you can find him at Clear Choice Cannabis in Tacoma, where he focuses on recommending strains that heal ailments. “When a client comes back in for that second round of a product that works for them, is the best feeling I can get,” Trey said. 

He enjoys Clear Choice’s professional atmosphere and dedication to client services. Unlike a lot of places out there, “the customer comes first when they walk through these doors,” Trey said. When asked about his current preferred strains, he simply replied, “Anything with blueberry notes. Shiskaberry is my absolute favorite.”

When Trey isn’t at the store, he can usually be found at the gym or hanging out with the team they’ve built over the years at Clear Choice. They are a tight-knit group with a real family vibe and a hankering for good times. Whether it’s lighting up on a hike or swinging in a hammock, you can always find a smile on this guy’s face. If you’re in the area, stop by and say hi to Trey. You’ll thank us later.

Trey’s favorites:
Rosin: Sky High Gardens Sin Soda
Edible: Good Tide Rosin Gummies 
Flower: Momma Chan Farms Hallie Berry
Vape: Plaid Jacket Live Resin Hash Burger

Photos by @borophoto

This article was originally published in the September 2025 issue of Northwest Leaf.

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