1. Germany
Most countries have their own set of laws that determine what they can and cannot possess, how much THC they may contain, and what methods they are allowed to use to consume cannabis. Different countries have different regulations about where to purchase cannabis, how it should be tested (if at all), what forms it can come in, whether it should be purchased online or in person, and many other variables. With this in mind, we will look at some general statistics about the consumption habits in each country to give us a better idea of just how popular cannabis has become across Europe.
2. Netherlands
The Netherlands has a population density similar to that of California. This means that they use much less land per person than other countries. This is because they are densely populated yet have only small amounts of land. In 2011, the Dutch were second in world production of marijuana after the USA. They are estimated to produce over 80% of the global supply of cannabis, but this is still not enough to satisfy their own demand. That being said, many people think that the Dutch make the best weed due to how potent it is. The Netherlands has a Cannabis Inspection Association (CIAN) that oversees all growers and producers to ensure safety and potency standards. Cian is also responsible for setting the THC limits for recreational pot at 0.5%. The amount of THC allowed is regulated by the government in order to protect children from consuming pot too strong. In fact, it can be harmful if consumed incorrectly. Holland has recently approved medical marijuana, but it remains illegal for recreational purposes. Recently, however, the Dutch government announced its intentions to legalize marijuana for recreational use in 2017.
3. Spain
When it comes to legalizing recreational drug use for adults, Spain leads the way in Europe. In 2015, Spanish lawmakers passed a law allowing citizens between 18 and 21 years old to use and buy small amounts of cannabis. Spain has now replaced its long-time ally Portugal, which became the first country in the EU to decriminalize all drugs, including cannabis, in 2001. Possession of any amount of drugs can lead only to fines and not jail time. Despite being the second biggest consumer of cannabis in Europe after Germany, Spain still considers itself in prohibitionist territory when it comes to the drug.
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