My Top Vendors Review
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redsapplegoat
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My Top Vendors Review
I’ve made tons of purchases based on vendors I’ve discovered here on DoubleM and I’ve wanted to write reviews for every strain. But given that kratom is so finicky and subjective and each person has their own preference on what they look for in a strain, and given that I find it difficult to write these super detailed reviews that I read here about each specific strain, I thought it might make more sense from a potential buyer’s perspective to write a more general review of a few of my favorite vendors of the last six months or so, taking into account overall quality, accessibility of customer service information, and website. Because I have tried so many different vendors recently (probably 15, at least), I feel that those that stood out really deserve credit for their quality.
Sosa Speciosa
This vendor is probably in the number one spot. I take almost exclusively Reds, but occasionally I’ll also get some Greens or Bentuangie for mixing. Sosa has some of the best Reds I’ve tried, Red Horn from the 8/19 batch being my personal favorite. I’ve also had the Red MD, Red Sunda, Baik Bali, and Red Sumatra, which we’re all basically of good quality. I’m still making assessments of them which will only get more accurate after time and more experience with each strain independently and in combination with others. However, I can say with confidence that Sosa is one of the best vendors I’ve tried. They have a fair selection of strains, great prices and I’ve never had any issues with ordering and shipping. Also, their Hirsuta (which, for some reason, it is no longer listed on their site even though they still have it along with Stem & Vein; I ordered more a couple days ago) is the best Hirsuta I’ve tried (but I’ve only tried it from 3 different vendors).
Smiley’s
I’ve only ordered from Smiley’s twice now but they also had some excellent Reds, the Red Aceh and Red Bali being my favorites. I also got their Premium MD and Super Green. I’ve used the latter along with other Reds so I can’t speak to their individual qualities but they worked just fine for me as someone who typically sticks with Reds. Also, no issues with ordering or shipping and they also have a large selection of strains and fair prices.
SoFlo
is my last pick. I’ve tried several strains, including Red Maeng Da, which was probably my favorite, Red Bali, Super Green, and Chocolate Bentuangie. Prices are reasonable and no problems with ordering and shipping.
All of these vendors sent at least one sample with my orders and arrived no more than 3 days after ordering. I’d give any of these vendors a try if you haven’t yet. Hope this helps with someone deciding where to order from. I’d trust any strain from any of these 3.
Sosa Speciosa
This vendor is probably in the number one spot. I take almost exclusively Reds, but occasionally I’ll also get some Greens or Bentuangie for mixing. Sosa has some of the best Reds I’ve tried, Red Horn from the 8/19 batch being my personal favorite. I’ve also had the Red MD, Red Sunda, Baik Bali, and Red Sumatra, which we’re all basically of good quality. I’m still making assessments of them which will only get more accurate after time and more experience with each strain independently and in combination with others. However, I can say with confidence that Sosa is one of the best vendors I’ve tried. They have a fair selection of strains, great prices and I’ve never had any issues with ordering and shipping. Also, their Hirsuta (which, for some reason, it is no longer listed on their site even though they still have it along with Stem & Vein; I ordered more a couple days ago) is the best Hirsuta I’ve tried (but I’ve only tried it from 3 different vendors).
Smiley’s
I’ve only ordered from Smiley’s twice now but they also had some excellent Reds, the Red Aceh and Red Bali being my favorites. I also got their Premium MD and Super Green. I’ve used the latter along with other Reds so I can’t speak to their individual qualities but they worked just fine for me as someone who typically sticks with Reds. Also, no issues with ordering or shipping and they also have a large selection of strains and fair prices.
SoFlo
is my last pick. I’ve tried several strains, including Red Maeng Da, which was probably my favorite, Red Bali, Super Green, and Chocolate Bentuangie. Prices are reasonable and no problems with ordering and shipping.
All of these vendors sent at least one sample with my orders and arrived no more than 3 days after ordering. I’d give any of these vendors a try if you haven’t yet. Hope this helps with someone deciding where to order from. I’d trust any strain from any of these 3.
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MorriesWigs80
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Re: My Top Vendors Review
I’m a huge fan of Smiley myself. Always have had quality from Benni’s - believe it or not, I’ve always heard great things about Sosa but have yet to try them. They’re next on my list. But I’m good for a while, I recently tried Speciosa Life’s samples and was so impressed with all 7 strain samples, that I ordered a split Kilo. But Sosa is definitely next on my list
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redsapplegoat
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Re: My Top Vendors Review
Yes, Benni’s and Speciosa Life are also on my list of top vendors but I haven’t gotten the same consistency from. Although, strains vary so much from batch to batch and it’s surely chance that I happened to get a collection of fire strains from my top 3. That’s always the trouble with reviews: there are so many variables to take into account.MorriesWigs80 wrote:I’m a huge fan of Smiley myself. Always have had quality from Benni’s - believe it or not, I’ve always heard great things about Sosa but have yet to try them. They’re next on my list. But I’m good for a while, I recently tried Speciosa Life’s samples and was so impressed with all 7 strain samples, that I ordered a split Kilo. But Sosa is definitely next on my list
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Saramoon8868
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Re: My Top Vendors Review
I agree with SOSA, his stuff has been really good for me, especially the Agus Red Bone and the Baik Bali! I've not tried Speciosa Life yet but my sister says their Red Bali III is amazing so I may get a sample from her and order soon if it's as good as she says!
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matt11
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Re: My Top Vendors Review
here's my current top 3 favorite vendors:
1) soultanic greenery
2) SOSA
3)Treasure house

1) soultanic greenery
2) SOSA
3)Treasure house
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redsapplegoat
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Re: My Top Vendors Review
I just ordered their the Red Bali III actually, I really liked the Red Bali II.Saramoon8868 wrote:I agree with SOSA, his stuff has been really good for me, especially the Agus Red Bone and the Baik Bali! I've not tried Speciosa Life yet but my sister says their Red Bali III is amazing so I may get a sample from her and order soon if it's as good as she says!
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redsapplegoat
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Re: My Top Vendors Review
I just ordered from Treasure House for the first time, I’m looking forward to it! Heard it was potent stuff!matt11 wrote:here's my current top 3 favorite vendors:
1) soultanic greenery
2) SOSA
3)Treasure house
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matt11
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Re: My Top Vendors Review
yeah it is potent stuff (def for me). i have to reduce my usual dose my 20%-40% . my fav from them is the red md.redsapplegoat wrote:I just ordered from Treasure House for the first time, I’m looking forward to it! Heard it was potent stuff!matt11 wrote:here's my current top 3 favorite vendors:
1) soultanic greenery
2) SOSA
3)Treasure house
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redsapplegoat
- Super Kratomite (Rank 3)
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Re: My Top Vendors Review
That’s the one I ordered. If it’s as good as I’ve heard, I’m getting a kilo: $55! Can’t beat that!matt11 wrote:yeah it is potent stuff (def for me). i have to reduce my usual dose my 20%-40% . my fav from them is the red md.redsapplegoat wrote:I just ordered from Treasure House for the first time, I’m looking forward to it! Heard it was potent stuff!matt11 wrote:here's my current top 3 favorite vendors:
1) soultanic greenery
2) SOSA
3)Treasure house
Edit: nevermind , they’re sold out