Cultivar record / sour-tsunami
Sour Tsunami
Sour Tsunami is a hybrid cultivar with Sour Diesel and NYC Diesel in its recorded lineage. Reported characteristics include diesel, earthy and herbal flavours and relaxed, focused and uplifted effects.
- Type
- hybrid
- THC
- 1%
- CBD
- 10%
- Breeder
- Humboldt Seed Company
Photography
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Cover reference: The photograph above shows Sour Tangie, not Sour Tsunami. Shares 'sour' naming with the Sour Tangie 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
- NYC Diesel
Reported negatives
- Dry Mouth
- Headache
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 NYC Diesel.
Flavour
Reported flavour notes include diesel, earthy and herbal.
Reported character
Reported effects include relaxed, focused and uplifted. 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 Sour Tsunami
Users most commonly report feeling relaxed, focused and uplifted after consuming Sour Tsunami. 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 Sour Tsunami 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.
Sour Tsunami Questions
What is Sour Tsunami?
Sour Tsunami is classified as hybrid. Its recorded parent strains are Sour Diesel and NYC Diesel.
Is Sour Tsunami indica or sativa?
Sour Tsunami is recorded as hybrid. Most modern cultivars are hybrids with both indica and sativa ancestry, so individual experiences can vary.
How strong is Sour Tsunami?
The archive record notes THC 1% and CBD 10% for Sour Tsunami. Actual potency varies between batches, growers and phenotypes.
Is Sour Tsunami suitable for beginners?
With THC around 1%, Sour Tsunami is moderately potent. It may be suitable for beginners who start with a small amount and wait to assess the effects before consuming more.
What does Sour Tsunami taste like?
The archive lists diesel, earthy and herbal as flavour notes for Sour Tsunami.
What effects are reported for Sour Tsunami?
Community-reported effects include relaxed, focused and uplifted. Individual experience varies considerably.
What are the potential downsides of Sour Tsunami?
Commonly reported side effects include dry mouth and headache. These are self-reported and vary widely between consumers.
What terpenes are in Sour Tsunami?
The archive record lists myrcene, pinene and caryophyllene as terpenes associated with Sour Tsunami.
What is the genetic lineage of Sour Tsunami?
The recorded parent strains are Sour Diesel and NYC Diesel. Lineage accounts can differ by breeder and source.
Is every Sour Tsunami 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.