Cultivar record / acapulco-gold
Acapulco Gold
Acapulco Gold is a sativa cultivar with Mexican Landrace in its recorded lineage. Reported characteristics include honey, coffee, chestnut, citrus and woody flavours and focused, energetic, creative, euphoric and happy effects.
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Archive descriptors
Record notes
Only descriptors supported by both the archive record and supplementary cultivar data are listed here.
Reported feelings
Flavour notes
Terpenes
Genetics
- Mexican Landrace
Reported negatives
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Anxious
Reported sensory and character descriptors vary by phenotype, batch and individual experience. They are not medical guidance.
Overview
Acapulco Gold is a sativa cannabis cultivar. Acapulco Gold is noted as one of the most well-known cannabis cultivars of the 1960s and 1970s, described as one of the finest examples of Mexican sativa. It is listed as a parent of Skunk #1 alongside Colombian Gold and Afghani.
History and origin
One of the most famous cannabis strains in history. Originated in Acapulco, Mexico. Known for its distinctive golden-orange hairs and clear, energetic sativa effects. Difficult to find today.
Genetics and lineage
The recorded parent strain is Mexican Landrace. One of the most famous cannabis strains in history. Originated in Acapulco, Mexico. Known for its distinctive golden-orange hairs and clear, energetic sativa effects. Difficult to find today.
Flavour
Reported flavour notes include honey, coffee, chestnut, citrus and woody.
Reported character
Reported effects include focused, energetic, creative, euphoric and happy. Individual experiences vary.
Uncertainty and variation
This profile has no independently recorded aroma data. Cultivar names, potency and characteristics vary between growers, batches and phenotypes. The archive records a specific reviewed sample — it is not a current product specification.
This profile has no independently recorded aroma data. Cultivar names, potency and characteristics vary between growers, batches and phenotypes. The archive records a specific reviewed sample — it is not a current product specification.
Reported Effects of Acapulco Gold
Users most commonly report feeling focused, energetic, creative, euphoric and happy after consuming Acapulco Gold. These subjective effects are drawn from user-reported data and individual experiences vary considerably. The effects profile is influenced by the strain's dominant terpenes — Caryophyllene (aroma and mood), Myrcene (comfort and ease), and Limonene (freshness and energy) — as well as individual tolerance, consumption method and dosage.
Terpene Profile
The dominant terpenes recorded for Acapulco Gold are Caryophyllene (a spicy, peppery character associated with comfort and ease), Myrcene (an earthy, musky profile commonly associated with relaxation and the classic sedative sensation) and Limonene (a bright citrus note often linked to elevated mood). Terpene profiles can vary between phenotypes, growing conditions and curing methods.
For more on how terpenes influence the cannabis experience, see our guide to cannabis terpenes and browse the terpene directory.
Acapulco Gold Questions
What is Acapulco Gold?
Acapulco Gold is classified as sativa. Its recorded parent strain is Mexican Landrace.
Is Acapulco Gold indica or sativa?
Acapulco Gold is recorded as sativa. Most modern cultivars are hybrids with both indica and sativa ancestry, so individual experiences can vary.
How strong is Acapulco Gold?
The archive record notes THC 18% and CBD <1% for Acapulco Gold. Actual potency varies between batches, growers and phenotypes.
Is Acapulco Gold suitable for beginners?
Some consumers report feeling paranoid or anxious with Acapulco Gold, so beginners should start with a very small amount and give it time before consuming more. Individual tolerance varies considerably.
What does Acapulco Gold taste like?
The archive lists honey, coffee, chestnut, citrus and woody as flavour notes for Acapulco Gold.
What effects are reported for Acapulco Gold?
Community-reported effects include focused, energetic, creative, euphoric and happy. Individual experience varies considerably.
What are the potential downsides of Acapulco Gold?
Commonly reported side effects include dry mouth, dry eyes and anxious. These are self-reported and vary widely between consumers.
What terpenes are in Acapulco Gold?
The archive record lists caryophyllene, myrcene and limonene as terpenes associated with Acapulco Gold.
What is the genetic lineage of Acapulco Gold?
The recorded parent strain is Mexican Landrace. Lineage accounts can differ by breeder and source.
Is every Acapulco Gold sample identical?
No. Phenotype, cultivation methods, storage conditions and batch differences can materially change appearance, aroma, flavour and reported character. The archive records what was observed in specific samples — your experience may differ.