OG Kush is an evenly balanced hybrid that leans slightly toward the sativa end of it's genetics. This strain was created by crossing Chemdawg, Hindu Kush, Lemon Thai and another unknown strain. OG Kush has a THC content that ranges between 18-26% THC. This strain is a powerhouse in both its flavor and its powerful high that helped make this strain a household name.
This strain is also known as OGK. The source of the name OG Kush is disputed, with some claiming the name comes from the words "Ocean Grown", while it is more widely known to stand for "original gangster". This strain is a legend among legends, winning many awards and becoming parent to countless other powerful strains like GSC, Jet Fuel and Headband. It came to be famous in the 1990s, and quickly became famous around the world.
At first hit you can feel an instant uplift in mood. The feeling of happiness quickly grows, accompanied by a strong feeling of relaxation. The feeling of cerebral stimulation is tapered by a gentle feeling of haziness. This starts to make it's way into the body in a strong body buzz. You can feel all your stress, anxiety and pain begin to melt away as this strain takes hold. The feeling of happiness grows into a strong feeling of relaxed euphoria. You may feel more social and talkative, which makes this a great strain to enjoy with friends. Most people report feeling fits of laughter and giggles. As time passes this high gets more relaxing and sedative. Some people report feeling sleepy, which makes this a good choice for the afternoon or evenings.
OG Kush is extremely helpful for stress and anxiety. It is a great choice for managing chronic pain like migraines or joint pain. This strain has a reputation for causing some serious munchies, which is great for those looking to stimulate their appetite.
The aroma for OG Kush is pungent and unique. You can pick up strong aromas of dank skunky earthiness. When you grind up the buds aromas of citrus, pine and hash-like spicy notes become stronger. This is due to a blend of terpenes like myrcene, limonene and caryophyllene. The flavor is delicious and complicated. The taste of skunk and pine are most prominent in the smoke. You can also pick up notes of berries, diesel and citrus.