Zalympix 2025: Celebrating California’s Finest Cannabis Cultivators
On March 1, 2025, Los Angeles played host to the highly anticipated Zalympix, a premier cannabis competition often dubbed the “Grammy’s of Cannabis.” Held at The Beehive—a vibrant, Black-owned, cannabis-friendly venue near South LA—the event brought together top cultivators, brands, and enthusiasts to celebrate excellence in the cannabis industry.
A Prestigious Competition
Zalympix distinguishes itself by combining rigorous judging processes with community engagement. This year’s competition began with over 140 flower entries and more than 40 rosin submissions. A panel of 28 industry experts meticulously evaluated these entries, narrowing them down to the top 28 finalists. Notable judges included Berner, Dope As Yola, Doja, and J from Backpack Boyz.
Celebrating the Winners
The event honored excellence in both flower and rosin categories. Here are the standout winners:
Flower Category:
- Best Overall: LA Family Farms – Zamosa
- Best Tasting: LA Family Farms – Zamosa
- Most Unique: Hall of Flame – Zours
- Gassiest Flower: Nameless – Mega Wellness OG
- Best Looking: Poundcakes Farm – Double Bubble
- Heaviest Hitting: Nameless – Mega Wellness OG
- Best Terps/Smell: LA Family Farms – Zamosa
Rosin Category:
- Best Overall: Beyond Organics – Beyond Z
- Best Tasting: Beyond Organics – Beyond Z
- Best Smelling/Best Terps: Beyond Organics – Beyond Z
Honorable Mentions
Flower Category:
- Best Overall 2nd Place: Angel City Farmers – Ether
- Best Overall 3rd Place: Bosky Genetics – Champu
- Best Tasting 2nd Place: Moon Valley – Watermelon Z
- Best Tasting 3rd Place: Seed Junky – Gello Shotz
- Best Terps/Smell 2nd Place: Preferred Garden – D-LISH
- Best Terps/Smell 3rd Place: Ball Family Farms – Yuzu
Rosin Category:
- Best Overall 2nd Place: Quality Squishes – Strawburst
- Best Overall 3rd Place: Swollen Solventless – Mello Nella
- Best Tasting 2nd Place: Dablife Solventless – Cantaloupe
- Best Tasting 3rd Place: Alien Labs – Z2
- Best Smelling/Best Terps 2nd Place: Dream – Starburst
- Best Smelling/Best Terps 3rd Place: Cold Gold Solventless – Papaya
An Unforgettable Experience
Beyond the competitions, Zalympix 2025 featured electrifying performances by Gucci Mane and LaRussell, adding to the event’s cultural richness. Attendees had the opportunity to sample award-winning strains, network with industry leaders, and immerse themselves in the vibrant cannabis community.
Looking Ahead
The success of Zalympix 2025 underscores California’s position at the forefront of cannabis innovation and culture. As the industry continues to evolve, events like Zalympix play a crucial role in recognizing excellence and fostering community among cultivators and consumers alike.