Field Notes / Learning Center
Beginner
New to cannabis? These guides explain the fundamentals in plain language. No jargon, no assumptions about your experience level.
Cannabis Basics
FUNDAMENTALSWhat cannabis is, how it works in the body, and the difference between THC and CBD at a high level. The essentials before your first purchase.
First-Time Dispensary Visit
GUIDEWhat to bring, what to expect at the counter, how to ask questions, and how to choose your first product. A walkthrough of the entire experience.
Choosing a Strain
STRAINSIndica, sativa, hybrid: what the labels actually mean, why terpenes matter more than strain type, and how to find what works for you.
Product Education
Understand what is on our shelves. Each guide explains a product type, how to use it, dosing, onset times, and who it is best for.
Types of Cannabis Products
OVERVIEWA side-by-side comparison of flower, edibles, vapes, pre-rolls, concentrates, and tinctures. Onset, duration, potency, and convenience rated.
Consumption Methods
METHODSSmoking, vaping, eating, sublingual, and topical. How each method delivers cannabinoids differently and what that means for your experience.
Edibles Dosing Guide
DOSINGStart low, go slow. How milligrams translate to effects, how to read edible labels, timing expectations, and what to do if you take too much.
“An informed customer makes better choices. We would rather you understand what you are buying than just sell you the most expensive thing on the shelf.”
— Take N' Toke Staff Philosophy
Cannabis Chemistry
The science behind the plant. Understand cannabinoids, terpenes, and how different compounds create different effects.
THC vs CBD
CANNABINOIDSThe two most prominent cannabinoids compared. Psychoactive vs non-psychoactive, medical research, ratios, and how to choose between them.
Terpenes Explained
TERPENESMyrcene, limonene, pinene, caryophyllene, and more. How terpene profiles shape the aroma, flavor, and effect of cannabis.
How Cannabis Effects Work
EFFECTSThe endocannabinoid system, the entourage effect, tolerance, and why the same product can affect two people differently.
Responsible Use
Use cannabis responsibly. Storage, legal requirements, harm reduction, and practical safety information for New York consumers.
Responsible Cannabis Use
SAFETYSetting and dosing, when not to use cannabis, mixing with alcohol or medications, recognizing overconsumption, and taking a tolerance break.
Storing Cannabis Products
STORAGETemperature, humidity, light, and container best practices for flower, edibles, vapes, and concentrates. Keep products effective and safe.
New York Cannabis Laws
LEGALWhat is legal for adults 21+ in New York State. Possession limits, where you can consume, public use rules, and driving regulations.
Prefer to learn in person?
Our staff answers questions all day. Walk into Take N' Toke with zero cannabis knowledge and walk out understanding exactly what you bought, how to use it, and what to expect. That is what we are here for.
Visit our dispensary.
994 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. Our staff will walk you through every product, answer every question, and make sure you leave with exactly what you need.
Knowledge is the best first step.
Whether you are brand new to cannabis or looking to deepen your understanding, our guides are written to help you make informed decisions. Start with the basics or jump into whatever topic interests you most.
Start with Cannabis BasicsFor use only by adults 21 years of age and older. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Cannabis can impair concentration, coordination, and judgment. Do not operate a vehicle or machinery under the influence of cannabis. Licensed by New York Office of Cannabis Management.