Cultivar record / apple-kush
Apple Kush
Apple Kush is a hybrid cultivar with Sour Diesel and Pure Kush in its recorded lineage. Reported characteristics include apple, diesel and mint flavours and tingly, euphoric and relaxed effects.
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Cover reference: The photograph above shows Apple Jack, not Apple Kush. Shares 'apple' naming with the Apple Jack cultivar.
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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
- Sour Diesel
- Pure Kush
Reported negatives
- Dry Eyes
- Dry Mouth
Reported sensory and character descriptors vary by phenotype, batch and individual experience. They are not medical guidance.
Genetics and lineage
The recorded parent strains are Sour Diesel and Pure Kush.
Flavour
Reported flavour notes include apple, diesel and mint.
Reported character
Reported effects include tingly, euphoric and relaxed. 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 Apple Kush
Users most commonly report feeling tingly, euphoric and relaxed after consuming Apple Kush. 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 — Myrcene (aroma and mood), Pinene (comfort and ease), and Caryophyllene (freshness and energy) — as well as individual tolerance, consumption method and dosage.
Terpene Profile
The dominant terpenes recorded for Apple Kush are Myrcene (an earthy, musky profile commonly associated with relaxation and the classic sedative sensation), Pinene (a sharp pine aroma linked to alertness and mental clarity) and Caryophyllene (a spicy, peppery character associated with comfort and ease). 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.
Apple Kush Questions
What is Apple Kush?
Apple Kush is classified as hybrid. Its recorded parent strains are Sour Diesel and Pure Kush.
Is Apple Kush indica or sativa?
Apple Kush is recorded as hybrid. Most modern cultivars are hybrids with both indica and sativa ancestry, so individual experiences can vary.
How strong is Apple Kush?
The archive record notes THC 21% and CBD <1% for Apple Kush. Actual potency varies between batches, growers and phenotypes.
Is Apple Kush suitable for beginners?
At around 21% THC, Apple Kush sits in the moderate-to-strong range. Beginners should start low and go slow — a little often goes a long way. Individual tolerance varies considerably.
What does Apple Kush taste like?
The archive lists apple, diesel and mint as flavour notes for Apple Kush.
What effects are reported for Apple Kush?
Community-reported effects include tingly, euphoric and relaxed. Individual experience varies considerably.
What are the potential downsides of Apple Kush?
Commonly reported side effects include dry eyes and dry mouth. These are self-reported and vary widely between consumers.
What terpenes are in Apple Kush?
The archive record lists myrcene, pinene and caryophyllene as terpenes associated with Apple Kush.
What is the genetic lineage of Apple Kush?
The recorded parent strains are Sour Diesel and Pure Kush. Lineage accounts can differ by breeder and source.
Is every Apple Kush 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.