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Sour Tangie cannabis flower from the Strains archive
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Cultivar record / sour-tangie

Sour Tangie

The result is a powerful citrus explosion of a strain, giving off strong scents of limonene (citrus/oranges) which carries through into the flavour.

Type
sativa-dominant hybrid
THC
18%
CBD
<1%
Breeder
DNA Genetics
Also known as East Coast Sour Diesel x Tangie

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

Reported negatives

  • Anxious
  • Headaches
  • Dry mouth

Reported sensory and character descriptors vary by phenotype, batch and individual experience. They are not medical guidance.

Genetics and lineage

The recorded lineage includes Tangie. Source disagreement should be treated as part of the cultivar's naming history rather than flattened into a false certainty.

Flavour

Reported flavour notes include orange, citrus and diesel.

Reported character

Reported effects include energetic, uplifted and focused. Individual experiences vary.

Background

London Sour Tangie is a phenotype of Sour Tangie. This sativa-dominant hybrid strain combines East Coast Sour Diesel and Tangie. The result is a powerful citrus explosion of a strain, giving off strong scents of limonene (citrus/oranges) which carries through into the flavour.

Appearance

The one area of this strain which perhaps let it down a bit was the appearance - Sour Tangie lacks bag appeal. The buds don't look bad, but are smaller and less developed-looking than other strains.

There are some leaves dotted about the bud. Trichomes can be seen glistening amongst the sunken pistils which are a faded copper colour. The flower is quite uniform in colour with a few shades of green.

The branding on the packet was good - this came in a premium flower bag (plastic with artwork) - looks like artwork developed for this pheno, mentions weight (3.5g), THC/CBD percentages etc.

Aroma

10 out of 10. Super strong citrus, I visited Kew Gardens recently and nothing I smelt there comes anywhere close to this. Rich, sweet oranges. Hints of freshness/pine from the East Coast Sour Diesel but the tangie is coming through strongly here.

Breaking open and grinding the bud adds a nice sweet pungency, sort of skunky. When the bud is left in a container and then the container is opened I also get a puke sort of smell which comes with strains like ODV3, Marmalade.

Taste

I consumed the Sour Tangie through my bong and my Mighty. Through the bong it presented a wonderfully smooth smoking experience, with zero need to cough. This sample was grown organically - it must have been to smoke this smoothly. The citrus comes through into the flavour, again overpowering references to the East Coast Sour Diesel - apparently some phenos lean more towards the Sour Diesel side than the Tangie side, but this is definitely more Tangie.

Vaping Sour Tangie presents a super strong, smooth and sweet orange taste that gets top marks from me, but I couldn't pick between smoking and vaping this one as both are an absolute treat.

Effects

The Sour Tangie clocks in at up to 26% THC, according to the bag. The batch I tried wasn't that strong, but left me with a sativa-led hybrid high that felt good as a daytime smoke.

One influence I can assume was from the East Coast Sour Diesel side was a great chatty side to the high - the sort of high that can help increase productivity or creativity.

It is a clear-headed strain to smoke rather than one which will leave you too stoned to think straight.

Conclusion

I enjoyed smoking and vaping London Sour Tangie. Aside from not looking the best, this strain delivered in all areas and was a good smoke for daytime consumption.

Uncertainty and variation

Cultivar characteristics vary between growers, batches and phenotypes. The archive records a specific reviewed sample — it is not a current product specification.

Cultivar characteristics vary between growers, batches and phenotypes. The archive records a specific reviewed sample — it is not a current product specification.

Reported Effects of Sour Tangie

Users most commonly report feeling energetic, uplifted and focused after consuming Sour Tangie. 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), Caryophyllene (comfort and ease), and Limonene (freshness and energy) — as well as individual tolerance, consumption method and dosage.

Terpene Profile

The dominant terpenes recorded for Sour Tangie are Myrcene (an earthy, musky profile commonly associated with relaxation and the classic sedative sensation), Caryophyllene (a spicy, peppery character associated with comfort and ease) 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.

Sour Tangie Questions

What did the Sour Tangie review say about its background?

The result is a powerful citrus explosion of a strain, giving off strong scents of limonene (citrus/oranges) which carries through into the flavour.

What did the reviewed Sour Tangie flower look like?

The branding on the packet was good - this came in a premium flower bag (plastic with artwork) - looks like artwork developed for this pheno, mentions weight (3.5g), THC/CBD percentages etc.

What aroma did the Sour Tangie review describe?

When the bud is left in a container and then the container is opened I also get a puke sort of smell which comes with strains like ODV3, Marmalade.

How did Sour Tangie taste in the review?

Vaping Sour Tangie presents a super strong, smooth and sweet orange taste that gets top marks from me, but I couldn't pick between smoking and vaping this one as both are an absolute treat.

What effects did the Sour Tangie review describe?

One influence I can assume was from the East Coast Sour Diesel side was a great chatty side to the high - the sort of high that can help increase productivity or creativity.

What was the review's verdict on Sour Tangie?

Aside from not looking the best, this strain delivered in all areas and was a good smoke for daytime consumption.

How strong is Sour Tangie?

The archive record notes THC 18% and CBD <1% for Sour Tangie. Actual potency varies between batches, growers and phenotypes.

Is Sour Tangie suitable for beginners?

Some consumers report feeling paranoid or anxious with Sour Tangie, so beginners should start with a very small amount and give it time before consuming more. Individual tolerance varies considerably.

Is Sour Tangie indica or sativa?

Sour Tangie is recorded as sativa-dominant hybrid. Most modern cultivars are hybrids with both indica and sativa ancestry, so individual experiences can vary.

What terpenes are found in Sour Tangie?

The archive records myrcene, caryophyllene and limonene as terpenes associated with Sour Tangie.

What are the potential downsides of Sour Tangie?

Commonly reported side effects include anxious, headaches and dry mouth. These are self-reported and vary widely between consumers.

Is every Sour Tangie 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.