To respond myself, AK-48 has been my favorite plant to gwo because it took my nutes without burning, formed the most perfect symmetrical bush with nice big buds across all branches and when cured for a month was on par with Afghan Kush for me as a smoke. Very easy and nice to look at in the grow room.
Favorite smoke is tough but I will have to go with Northern Lights. It kicks my ass every time and it always stands out for me. It's one of those smokes that makes feel like I'm floating off the ground even without the bong which I enjoy. The downside of course is that I fall asleep two hours later unless I drink some coffee and get out and move around lol...