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Blackberry Kush

Blackberry Kush combines sweet berries with earth, hash, pine and a subtle diesel note. Its typical effects are described as progressing in two stages: initially mental stimulation and an elevated mood, followed by increasing physical heaviness, calmness and drowsiness. Caryophyllene, myrcene and pinene support the spicy, earthy, forest-like profile.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • earthy
  • diesel-like
  • fruity
  • pine-like

Effects

  • balancing
  • calming
  • sleepy

Terpenes

  • Caryophyllene
  • Myrcene
  • Pinene

Cannabinoid profile

Recorded ranges

THC up to 22 %
CBD up to 2 %

These values are intended for orientation. Actual levels may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.

Genetics

Parent line and family tree

Blackberry Kush is at the top. The documented parent lines down to the 2nd generation follow below.

Editorial profile

Blackberry Kush in detail

Origin & classification

Blackberry Kush is described as a predominantly indica-dominant hybrid whose background combines Afghani and Blackberry genetics. However, the strain data states “Afghani × Blackberry Kush,” making the strain one of its own parents. The source description more plausibly refers to Afghani × Blackberry. Until this lineage is editorially corrected, the origin should only be presented in this more general form.

Aroma & flavour

Intense sweet berries meet a heavy, traditional base on the palate. Earth and hints of hash create a dark, dense impression. Pine-like or forest-like notes add a drier freshness, while a subtle diesel tone rounds out the profile. The structured aroma list names earth, diesel, fruit and pine; the detailed source explicitly adds sweet berries and hash.

Terpene profile

Caryophyllene, myrcene and pinene are three recorded terpenes that fit this aromatic profile well. The source associates myrcene with earthy depth, caryophyllene with spicy facets and pinene with the pine-like impression. However, this list says nothing about guaranteed concentrations. Depending on phenotype, cultivation, harvest and storage, berry sweetness, earthiness, spice or forest notes may come through with varying intensity.

Effects tendency

The effects are described as occurring in two phases. At first, sources report mental stimulation, euphoria, an elevated mood and contentment. Afterwards, the indica-influenced physical sensations are said to become more pronounced. Deep relaxation, marked heaviness, calmness and drowsiness are mentioned. The structured effects condense this picture into balancing, calming and sleepy; the more active initial phase comes from the detailed description. Together, these suggest a progression from mental uplift to increasing physical calm.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

For THC, the source description gives 18 to 22 percent, while the strain data only lists a maximum of 22 percent. CBD is stated as around or at most 2 percent. These values may indicate an order of magnitude, but they are not a fixed characteristic of every plant. Cannabinoid levels vary by batch and phenotype and should be verified by laboratory analyses for specific products.

Further classification

The English short text mentions a flowering time of seven to eight weeks. This value is entirely absent from the structured strain data, so it should be checked against the relevant version before general publication. There is also no reliable information on the breeder, yield or growth characteristics. The strain profile therefore draws on the generally described Afghani-Blackberry connection, the berry-hash-diesel aroma and the characteristic transition from mental stimulation to heavy physical relaxation.

Similar strains & related profiles

These profiles may be of interest if you would like to compare strains based on similar parent lines, name similarities or related genetic context.

Related genetic context

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Related parent line

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about Blackberry Kush

What kind of strain is Blackberry Kush?

We list Blackberry Kush as an indica-dominant strain with the parent line Afghani × Blackberry Kush.

What genetics are behind Blackberry Kush?

The parent line of Blackberry Kush is Afghani × Blackberry Kush.

What does Blackberry Kush smell and taste like?

In terms of aroma, Blackberry Kush is primarily earthy, diesel-like, fruity and pine-like. Depending on the batch and phenotype, these characteristics may vary in intensity.

Which terpenes are associated with Blackberry Kush?

The Blackberry Kush profile includes caryophyllene, myrcene and pinene. They complement the described aromatic profile.

What effects can be expected from Blackberry Kush?

We primarily describe Blackberry Kush as balancing, calming and sleepy. Effects are subjective and do not constitute a medical promise.

What is the THC content of Blackberry Kush?

Blackberry Kush is listed with a THC level of up to 22 %. Actual values may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.