The original OG Kush dates back to the early 90s and has since become a legendary cannabis strain. OG Kush CBD carries on its predecessor’s legacy with one crucial difference: it contains a high CBD content rather than THC. It still promotes relaxing feelings, but it doesn’t result in a “high.”
OG Kush CBD is an aromatic and zesty hybrid hemp flower that provides the benefits of Sativa and Indica. Though the original OG Kush was first cultivated in Florida, both the CBD and THC dominant strains embody the flavor and feel of West Coast cannabis. Let’s get to know OG Kush — CBD style!
OG Kush’s appearance is as iconic as the strain itself. The buds are so picturesque they could be the poster-child for all cannabis. The flower produces dark green nugs that sit atop large leaves. White trichomes dust the surface of the rich green buds, with orange pistils twirling and completing the picture. Some flower is light and airy, but OG Kush’s buds are dense and sticky as if they were dripping with flavorful CBD.
OG Kush CBD was first bred by a company named Dinafem due to popular demand. People familiar with the classic THC-dominant OG Kush wanted a similar flavor and experience from a flower that wouldn’t make them groggy. Dinafem delivered by crossing OG Kush with a high CBD flower.
Marijuana and hemp are both cannabis plants. The difference between them is their tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content: Hemp has 0.3% or less THC, while marijuana has more than 0.3%. Since the original OG Kush had roughly 18% THC, it is considered marijuana and is therefore federally illegal.
People are not certain which CBD-rich plant crossed with OG Kush to create the new cannabidiol strain. It was likely a California strain, and we at Hollyweed have our suspicions it was Chemdawg. Whichever hemp flower brought OG Kush’s THC levels down, it certainly passed some fantastic qualities onto this strain!
OG Kush’s mouth-watering flavor results from a diverse terpene profile. Terpenes give cannabis strains their unique flavors and aromas. These aromatic compounds can be found throughout the natural world, which is why you may find that some hemp strains smell like lemon, beer hops, or trees.
OG Kush CBD features these terpenes:
OG Kush has the aroma and taste of a lemon grove. Its earthy and peppery flavors balance with citrus and floral notes, resulting in the classic OG Kush experience. These scents grow even stronger and more delectable as you heat the flower, and you may notice an aftertaste of diesel and sweet grass.
Cannabinoids are compounds produced by cannabis plants such as hemp. These compounds interact with our bodies to provide therapeutic effects. Researchers have currently identified over a hundred cannabinoids, though more may exist. Some cannabinoids in OG Kush include CBD, CBG, THCV, CBC, CBDV, and the infamous THC.
CBD OG Kush contains THC, though its levels remain low (0.3% or less). OG Kush contains 18.08% CBD. The trace amounts of THC in the flower don’t induce a “high,” though they increase the soothing benefits of CBD.
This amplified reaction is known as the entourage effect. When you ingest several cannabis-derived compounds simultaneously, they work together to boost each other’s effectiveness.
Earlier, we mentioned that caryophyllene could perform similarly to CBD. This is because caryophyllene is the only terpene that can also act as a cannabinoid. This means that it interacts with our endocannabinoid system, which we’ll take a closer look at in the next section.
OG Kush promotes tranquil effects that can be felt within 90 seconds to five minutes of inhalation. This flower will help ease your mind and relax the body, which can be beneficial for anyone looking to unwind. The effects typically last between one and four hours, though each individual’s experience will vary slightly.
Factors like what you’ve eaten recently, how much sleep you’ve had, and body weight will influence the flower’s effects. OG Kush is a potent CBD strain, but since it has low THC levels, it will leave you with the negative side effects of a heavy tetrahydrocannabinol dose, including paranoia and grogginess.
This is a well-balanced hybrid strain that is Sativa-dominant (60%, 40% Indica). This even balance in OG Kush is one reason why it’s an exceptional strain. Sativa flowers promote happy, focused, and creative feelings, while Indica strains are good for relaxation.
Since OG Kush CBD offers the best of both worlds, so it’s ideal for any time of the day. It has a slightly stronger Sativa presence, so don’t be surprised if you feel extra productive!
In this modern age of cannabis, there seem to be new high-tech products available every day that can help us enjoy our flower. There’s nothing wrong with a sleek vaporizer that can connect to your phone, play music, and order pizza, but we believe a classic strain like OG Kush is best consumed the traditional way.
Grind up some OG Kush flower using a spice grinder (some are designed for hemp). Place the ground kush in a rolling paper, pipe, or bong bowl. If you rolled a joint, roll a piece of sturdy paper into a filter, place it in the joint, light the opposite end, and inhale!
If rolling isn’t your thing, this strain is perfect for any piece. You can smoke cbd flower through a bong by lighting it in the bowl and inhaling through the mouthpiece once the chamber fills with smoke. Pipes also offer a great experience — just inhale from the mouthpiece while lighting the bowl. Some may have a carb, which is a small hole that you cover while igniting, then release when you inhale.
Hollyweed CBD knows that everyone enjoys hemp in their own way. Whether you’re using some OG Kush pre-rolls with friends, starting your morning with the strain’s uplifting effects, or kicking your feet up at the end of a long day, we craft our products with you in mind.
That’s why we offer free shipping, a money-back guarantee, and the highest quality hemp flower available. Our hemp is grown in the United States, ensuring that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) deems it safe. The FDA also makes sure that there is a legal amount of THC in each plant (0.3% or less).
While we at Hollyweed think there’s always room for improvement, OG Kush might be the exception to this rule. Enduring nearly 30 years since its creation, the strain’s high-quality genetics and delicious flavor make it a near-perfect flower. Try out some OG Kush CBD hemp flower to see for yourself!
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