Should You Shop for Kratom Strains by Their Color or Origin?

Have you been buying your kratom from a smoke shop, “head” shop, or gas station? If so, you may have heard a well-meaning clerk at one of these places say something like, “That’s a red kratom strain, so it’s best for relaxing.” While high-quality red kratom strains are often “slow” strains—those known for relaxation and soothing rather than energy—it’s not always the case. There are more accurate ways to find the right kratom for you. Red Kratom Choose Kratom by Color? Can you choose kratom by color? The short answer is no. There are virtually no colors of kratom leaves that can be strictly organized by their effect. Red kratom strains are often considered to be slow strains; white strains are often regarded as being “fast” or energy-enhancing. But it’s not quite the entire picture. There are several slow white kratom strains, and White Bali —a popular “moderate” strain—is known for offering a balance of fast energy and slow relaxation. Choose Kratom by Strain Origin? Whi...