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Gooseberry

Gooseberry is a rather mild hybrid strain from 18A. Aromatically, it is often sweet, intense and berry-like, while its effects tend to be calming and relaxing. This makes it more classic than many sweet exotic strains.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • sweet
  • intense
  • berry-like
  • pine-like
  • earthy
  • fruity
  • woody

Effects

  • calming
  • relaxing
  • balancing

Terpenes

  • Caryophyllene
  • Pinene
  • Myrcene

Cannabinoid profile

Recorded ranges

THC up to 1 %
CBD up to 15 %

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

Editorial profile

Gooseberry in detail

Origin & classification

Gooseberry is a hybrid strain from 18A. THC levels are on the milder side, at up to 1 %. CBD is also clearly present in the profile, at up to 15 %.

Aroma & flavour

Gooseberry's aroma is primarily sweet, intense, berry-like and pine-like. Caryophyllene, Pinene and Myrcene complement this impression well and give the profile additional depth. In particular, the combination of sweeter and classically spicy notes makes the strain more distinctive than many smoother standard hybrids.

Terpene profile

Gooseberry is generally described as calming, relaxing and balancing in its effects. Overall, the strain therefore leans towards a calmer, more physical direction.

Effect tendency

Gooseberry particularly appeals to people looking for precisely this combination of genetics, aroma and effects.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

Gooseberry is more suited to people who place greater emphasis on calm, depth and physicality in a strain. Those who appreciate classic, direct and not overly polished strain profiles may find more to enjoy in this direction than in purely trend-driven strains.

Further classification

Among the effects, the calmer side dominates, with calming, relaxing and balancing qualities. Aromatically, it presents a sweet, fruity direction: sweet, intense, berry-like, pine-like and earthy. Gooseberry's THC profile reaches up to 1 %, making it comparatively restrained. CBD is also clearly represented in Gooseberry's profile, at up to 15 %. What makes Gooseberry interesting is the interplay between sweet, fruity notes and the more classic, earthy-spicy base. Caryophyllene adds a spicy, slightly peppery edge to Gooseberry's overall profile. When comparing it with other strains, this effect profile is often more informative than a single THC value. Compared with very potent modern hybrids, this profile is more restrained and defined more strongly by aroma, genetics and its direction of effects. Gooseberry's naming and aroma world leans more towards modern dessert and fruit profiles. Its hybrid character is expressed primarily through the combination of origin, aroma and described effects. Gooseberry remains a hybrid strain whose appeal lies above all in the interplay of its existing characteristics. As a hybrid, it brings together several directions without being limited to just one side.

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about Gooseberry

What type of strain is Gooseberry?

We classify Gooseberry as a hybrid strain.

What does Gooseberry smell and taste like?

Aromatically, Gooseberry is primarily sweet, intense, berry-like, pine-like, earthy, fruity and woody. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.

Which terpenes are associated with Gooseberry?

Gooseberry's profile features Caryophyllene, Pinene and Myrcene. They complement the aroma profile described above.

What is Gooseberry's effect tendency?

We primarily describe Gooseberry as calming, relaxing and balancing. Effects are subjective impressions and are not a medical promise.

How high is Gooseberry's THC content?

Gooseberry is listed with a THC range of up to 1 %. Actual values may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.

How high is Gooseberry's CBD content?

Gooseberry is listed with a CBD range of up to 15 %. This value may also vary between batches.