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Kraken

Kraken is an autoflowering indica-dominant strain from Jack Herer × Kraken × The Super Auto. Aromatically, it often presents as fresh, minty and fruity, while its effects tend to be relaxing and balancing. This makes it more classic than many sweet exotic strains.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • fresh
  • minty
  • fruity
  • citrusy

Effects

  • relaxing
  • balancing
  • energising

Terpenes

  • Myrcene
  • Terpinolene
  • Limonene

Cannabinoid profile

Documented ranges

THC 21 %
CBD 1 %

These values are intended as a guide. Actual levels may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.

Genetics

Parentage and family tree

Kraken is at the top. Below are the documented parent lines through the 2nd generation.

Editorial profile

Kraken in detail

Origin & classification

Kraken is an autoflowering indica-dominant strain from Jack Herer × Kraken × The Super Auto. Buddha Seeds is named as the breeder. With up to 21 % THC, Kraken clearly falls into the stronger range. With up to 1 % CBD, it plays more of a supporting role.

Aroma & flavour

Kraken’s aroma is primarily fresh, minty, fruity and citrusy. Myrcene, terpinolene and limonene complement this impression well and give the profile additional depth. This gives the strain a soft, often highly accessible aromatic profile.

Terpene profile

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

Effect tendency

The flowering time is stated as around 77 days. The Automatic trait also makes the strain interesting for anyone looking for a more compact and clearly predictable life cycle. Kraken therefore comes across as more classic and direct than sweet and playful. It is also repeatedly described as offering good yields and a high degree of practicality. For an Automatic, it is additionally described as relatively uncomplicated, productive and suitable for everyday use.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

Kraken is aimed more at people who place greater emphasis on calmness, depth and physicality in a strain. Those who enjoy classic, direct and less polished strain profiles may find this direction more appealing than purely trend-driven strains.

Further classification

Kraken is primarily associated with relaxing, balancing and energising effects. With up to 21 %, Kraken reaches a clear, potent level. At up to 1 % CBD, this value is clearly secondary in Kraken. Aromatically, it moves between fresh, minty, fruity and citrusy. The genetics from Jack Herer x Kraken give the profile its direction. The Super Auto is additionally named as another genetic influence. In Kraken, the aromatic character is not merely an addition but a central part of the strain’s identity. Myrcene, terpinolene and limonene provide further clues as to why the aromatic profile works through more than individual flavour notes alone. This places Kraken closer to strains described through calmness, physicality and a fuller character.

Similar strains & related profiles

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

Related genetic context

Jack Herer

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about Kraken

What type of strain is Kraken?

We list Kraken as an indica-dominant strain with the parentage Jack Herer × Kraken × The Super Auto.

What genetics are behind Kraken?

Kraken’s parentage is Jack Herer × Kraken × The Super Auto.

What does Kraken smell and taste like?

Aromatically, Kraken is primarily fresh, minty, fruity and citrusy. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.

Which terpenes are associated with Kraken?

Kraken’s profile features myrcene, terpinolene and limonene. They complement the described aromatic profile.

What effects does Kraken tend to produce?

We describe Kraken primarily as relaxing, balancing and energising. Effects are subjective and do not constitute a medical promise.

How high is Kraken’s THC content?

A THC range of 21 % is stated for Kraken. Actual values may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.