Sour

Strains with a sour flavor and aroma can be classified as "heavyweights" in the cannabis world due to the complex profile of primary terpenes responsible for their organoleptic properties. They stand out not only for their unique and multi-layered palette, but also for their potent effects, depending on the content of cannabinoids and the complexity of the genetic material. Join us as we explore this category and find out why these strains have rightly been elevated to the rank of new classics.

A Glimpse into History and Characteristics

The choice of hybrids with a characteristic sourness and the presence of the word "sour" in their names is really wide. It is worth noting that the family tree of each of them leads to a single strain, Sour Diesel. Its lineage remains a mystery, but it is believed that it owes its origins to a breeder known as Weasel, who crossed Super Skunk and Chemdawg in the early 90s. The resulting hybrid impressed with its bold diesel and skunk aroma, while its refreshing citrus flavor was a delightful surprise. Making a splash on the East Coast, Sour Diesel reshaped the market, and its unique qualities quickly became highly sought after by breeders, growers, and users alike. Genetics with a sour palette greatly expanded the spectrum of flavors and aromas, forever changing the history of cannabis.

Flavor and Aroma

The range of sour strains is incredibly diverse. Among them, one can find not only cheesy, skunky, haze, kush, and fuel aromas, but also a refined palette dominated by berries, pine, and citrus flavors. At the same time, there are only three primary terpenes that make up the sour spectrum – myrcene, pinene, and limonene. Depending on genetics, they can be complemented by caryophyllene, humulene, terpinolene and linalool, offering a wide choice for the sometimes-fickle stoner. The undertones of citrus, diesel, spices, herbs, ripe fruits and berries, earth, wood, and pine... Today, you can find sour strains with just about every aroma you can expect from cannabis. The piquant acidity remains unchanged, accompanying you from the moment you smell the buds to the lasting aftertaste that lingers on your lips upon exhalation.

Recreational and Medicinal Use

The effects of sour strains are proportional to the synergy of terpenes and cannabinoids, known as the "entourage effect". Most of these compounds have energizing, cerebral, and physical-stimulating properties common to sativa-dominant hybrids. However, with the advances in breeding science, balanced and indica-dominant strains with similar effects have also appeared. The abundance of cannabis terpenes with a sour composition determines a high therapeutic potential, which explains the wide representation of sour strains in the dispensaries of countries that have legalized this plant for both recreational and medical use. They are effective in relieving pain and inflammation, managing psychoemotional disorders, and combating serious diseases such as Alzheimer's syndrome and multiple sclerosis.

Product Range and Prospects

Changing the rules of the game and setting a new course in the evolution of the cannabis industry, sour strains have firmly established themselves as some of the most popular. Many connoisseurs of VHQ cannabis consider such hybrids their favorites, enjoying the extravagant combinations that make their receptors dance with delight. The number of strains included in the Sour lineup is constantly growing due to the increasing interest of both professional breeders looking for bestsellers and the new generation of stoners seeking to expand their range of sensations. The professional consultants at the KADAMA seed shop will be happy to help you choose the perfect sour strain to make your experience with this amazing profile truly unforgettable.