I think weed gets better with curing.
I smoke nugs right off the plant with my volcano often. Not the same.
The strongest joint I ever smoked (aside from the one Hal made when he visited) was about four years old, forgotten in the utility drawer. Some of the first medical weed in california (this was back in the 90's).
I hallucinated like crazy for HOURS. Strongest sativa I have ever smoked.
Don't know what kind, but the strongest. Put JackH to shame, and that is one of my top 5.