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OG Kush

OG Kush is a hybrid strain with the lineage Chemdawg × Hindu Kush. Typical aromas include earthy, strawberry and lemon notes. The effects are generally described as relaxing, euphoric and appetite-stimulating.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • earthy
  • strawberry
  • lemony
  • pine-like
  • woody
  • citrusy
  • skunky

Effects

  • relaxing
  • euphoric
  • appetite-stimulating
  • sleepy

Terpenes

  • Myrcene
  • Limonene
  • Caryophyllene

Cannabinoid profile

Recorded ranges

THC up to 26 %
CBD up to 1 %

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

Genetics

Parentage and family tree

OG Kush is at the beginning. The documented parent lines follow below.

Editorial profile

OG Kush in detail

Origin & classification

OG Kush is a hybrid strain from Chemdawg × Lemon Thai × Hindu Kush. Sources generally list the strain as a clone-only line. With up to 26 % THC, OG Kush is clearly in the very strong range. CBD plays more of a secondary role at up to 1 %.

Aroma & flavour

OG Kush primarily shows earthy, strawberry-like, lemony and pine-like aromas. Myrcene, limonene and caryophyllene complement this impression and give the profile additional depth. The blend of sweeter and classically spicy notes makes the strain more distinctive than many smoother standard hybrids.

Terpene profile

OG Kush is generally described as relaxing, euphoric, appetite-stimulating and sleepy. This often makes the strain interesting because it does not lean in only one direction, but engages both mind and body.

Effect tendency

OG Kush is therefore particularly appealing to anyone looking for precisely this combination of genetics, aroma and effects.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

OG Kush is therefore especially suited to people who want to experience aroma and effects as evenly balanced as possible. Those who appreciate classic, direct and less polished strain profiles may find this direction more appealing than purely trend-driven strains.

Further classification

OG Kush is described as relaxing, euphoric, appetite-stimulating and sleepy. The aroma profile remains rather old-school: earthy, strawberry-like, lemony, pine-like and woody. Myrcene, limonene and caryophyllene support the strain’s aromatic direction. OG Kush has a THC profile of up to 26 %, making it clearly potent. CBD is only present at a low level in OG Kush, at up to 1 %. In OG Kush, the aromatic character is not merely an addition but a central part of the strain’s identity. Myrcene, caryophyllene and limonene point to a combination of a soft base, spicy depth and a fresher top note in OG Kush. When classifying OG Kush, it is important that its active side does not stand alone but is balanced by calmer effects. The genetic indications suggest a rather classic, heavy and robust side in OG Kush. In OG Kush, the THC level itself becomes a defining part of the strain description.

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about OG Kush

What type of strain is OG Kush?

We list OG Kush as a hybrid strain with the parentage Chemdawg × Hindu Kush.

What genetics are behind OG Kush?

The parentage of OG Kush is Chemdawg × Hindu Kush.

What does OG Kush smell and taste like?

Aromatically, OG Kush is primarily earthy, strawberry-like, lemony, pine-like, woody, citrusy and skunky. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.

Which terpenes are associated with OG Kush?

OG Kush features myrcene, limonene and caryophyllene. They complement the described aromatic profile.

What is the effect tendency of OG Kush?

We primarily describe OG Kush as relaxing, euphoric, appetite-stimulating and sleepy. Effects are subjective and are not a medical promise.

How high is the THC content of OG Kush?

OG Kush is listed with a THC range of up to 26 %. Actual values may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.