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sativa-dominant strainSour Gorilla
Sour Gorilla is a sativa-dominant strain with the lineage GG4 × Sour Diesel. Typical aromas include diesel, chemical and ammonia notes. The effects are generally described as energetic, focused and creative.
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Aroma, effects and terpenes
Aromas
- chemical
- ammonia-like
- floral
- tart
Effects
- stimulating
Terpenes
Cannabinoid profile
Recorded ranges
The values are provided for orientation. Actual levels may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.
Genetics
Parent line and family tree
Sour Gorilla is at the beginning. Below are the documented parent lines through the 4th generation.
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StrainSour Gorilla
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ParentsGG4
- GrandparentsChem's Sister
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GrandparentsChocolate Diesel
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3rd generationChocolate Thai
- 4th generationThailand
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3rd generationSour Diesel
- 4th generationMass Skunk
- 4th generationChemdog
- 3rd generationChocolate Trip
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3rd generationChocolate Thai
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ParentsSour Diesel
- GrandparentsMass Skunk
- GrandparentsChemdog
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ParentsGG4
Editorial profile
Sour Gorilla in detail
Origin & classification
Sour Gorilla is a sativa-influenced strain from GG4 × Sour Diesel. With up to 19 %, its THC levels are in the solid mid-range. At up to 0.1 %, CBD plays more of a supporting role.
Aroma & flavour
In terms of aroma, Sour Gorilla is primarily diesel, chemical, ammonia-like and floral. Caryophyllene, Myrcene and Limonene complement this impression well and give the profile additional depth. As a result, the strain does not come across as simply sweet, but noticeably fuller and more modern.
Terpene profile
Sour Gorilla is generally described as energetic, focused, creative and activating in terms of effects. This is precisely what often makes the strain interesting: it does not lean in just one direction, but engages both mind and body.
Effect tendency
Sour Gorilla therefore comes across as more classic and direct than sweet and playful. Many sources describe the strain as not one-dimensional, but potent without a single aspect taking centre stage.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
Sour Gorilla is therefore particularly suited to people who want to experience aroma and effects together in as balanced a way as possible. Those who enjoy classic, direct strain profiles that are not overly polished will probably find this direction more appealing than purely trend-driven strains.
Further classification
Genetically, Sour Gorilla is built on GG4 x Sour Diesel. Sour Gorilla is neither purely heavy nor purely active, but combines energetic, focused, creative and activating qualities. Aromatically, it presents a sweet, fruity direction: diesel, chemical, ammonia-like, floral and berry notes. With up to 19 % THC, Sour Gorilla is clearly present without being defined by potency alone. At up to 0.1 %, CBD remains only a supporting element in Sour Gorilla's profile. In Sour Gorilla, the aromatic character is not merely an addition, but a central part of the strain's identity. Limonene is particularly well suited to Sour Gorilla's sweet, fruity side and gives it a fresher contour. When comparing it with other strains, this effect profile is often more informative than a single THC value. The parent strains are therefore not just an indication of origin, but also help to compare Sour Gorilla more precisely with similar strains.
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Frequently asked questions about Sour Gorilla
What type of strain is Sour Gorilla?
We list Sour Gorilla as a sativa-dominant strain with the parent line GG4 × Sour Diesel.
What genetics are behind Sour Gorilla?
The parent line of Sour Gorilla is GG4 × Sour Diesel.
What does Sour Gorilla smell and taste like?
Aromatically, Sour Gorilla is primarily characterised by diesel, chemical, ammonia-like, floral, berry, sweet and tart notes. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.
Which terpenes are associated with Sour Gorilla?
Sour Gorilla's profile features Caryophyllene, Myrcene, Limonene and Humulene. They complement the aroma profile described above.
What effects can be expected from Sour Gorilla?
We primarily describe Sour Gorilla as energetic, focused, creative, activating, mood-enhancing, stimulating and calming. Effects are subjective and do not constitute a medical promise.
How high is Sour Gorilla's THC content?
A THC level of 19 % is stated for Sour Gorilla. Actual values may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.
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