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Bootlegger

Bootlegger is an indica-dominant hybrid of AK-47 and Guinness. The source describes a dark, earthy coffee aroma and heavy, strongly body-focused relaxation. With a documented 18 to 24 percent THC, the material recorded belongs to the more potent category, although specific laboratory values may vary between phenotypes and batches.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • earthy
  • coffee-like

Effects

  • heavy
  • body-focused

Cannabinoid profile

Documented ranges

THC 18–24 %

The values are provided for classification purposes. Actual concentrations may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.

Genetics

Parentage and family tree

Bootlegger is at the top. Below are the documented parent lines through the 3rd generation.

Editorial profile

Bootlegger in detail

Origin & classification

The name Bootlegger recalls the era of illegal alcohol traders, but the available source provides no confirmed history of the name. What can be reliably established is the genetic information: Bootlegger is listed as a cross of AK-47 and Guinness. The strain is categorized as an indica-dominant hybrid. No breeder or specific selection version is named.

Aroma & taste

The aroma profile is concise but unusually distinctive. Earthy notes form the foundation, topped by a dark, coffee-like impression. The English description explicitly refers to “dark coffee,” suggesting roasted, bitter tones rather than a sweet coffee drink. Further nuances such as chocolate, spices, wood or alcohol could be associated with the name, but are not substantiated by the sources and therefore do not belong in the profile.

Terpene profile

Individual terpenes are not specified. Therefore, the earthy coffee profile cannot be attributed to a particular molecule or fixed combination. Information on flower shape, resin production, plant height, yield and flowering time is also missing. The indica-dominant category must not fill these gaps with general assumptions about compact growth or a short flowering period.

Effect tendency

The effects are described as heavy, grounding and physically relaxing. This is a clearly calm effect profile, conveyed in the source primarily through physicality and weight. It remains a summary of subjective experiences. Whether and how strongly such impressions occur depends on the product, amount, consumption experience and individual response. No medical effect or reliable sedation can be inferred from this.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

A THC range of 18 to 24 percent is stated for Bootlegger. This range already shows that potency is not defined by a single fixed value. Differences between phenotypes, cultivation batches and laboratory methods may result in further variations. No CBD values are available, so no reliable cannabinoid ratio can be provided either. The available characteristics are nevertheless sufficient for an objective classification: documented parentage from AK-47 and Guinness, an indica-dominant hybrid category, an earthy-dark coffee aroma and effects described as heavy and body-focused. Everything else, particularly cultivation parameters and detailed chemistry, remains open until an additional source is available.

Similar strains & related profiles

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

Related genetic context

AK-420

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about Bootlegger

What type of strain is Bootlegger?

We list Bootlegger as an indica-dominant strain with the parentage AK-47 × Guinness.

What genetics are behind Bootlegger?

Bootlegger’s parentage is AK-47 × Guinness.

What does Bootlegger smell and taste like?

Aromatically, Bootlegger is primarily earthy and coffee-like. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.

What effects can be expected from Bootlegger?

We primarily describe Bootlegger as heavy and body-focused. Effect impressions are subjective and are not a medical promise.

How high is Bootlegger’s THC content?

A THC range of 18–24 % is stated for Bootlegger. Actual values may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.