Cultivar record / strawberry-cough
Strawberry Cough
Grinding up the Strawberry Cough, I’m treated to a bit more of the strawberry aroma but the smell is now outweighed by the pungent notes coming from the ground up weed.
- THC
- 19%
- CBD
- <1%
- Breeder
- Dutch Passion
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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
- Haze
- Strawberry Fields
Reported negatives
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Paranoid
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 Haze and Strawberry Fields.
Flavour
Reported flavour notes include strawberry, sweet and raspberry.
Reported character
Reported effects include energetic, uplifted and talkative. Individual experiences vary.
Background
Strawberry Cough recreates a lost mid-90s cultivar.
Strawberry Cough is a Sativa-dominant hybrid strain made from Strawberry Fields X Haze – it is bred by Dutch Passion, and is named partly due to its cough-inducing ability, even amongst experienced smokers. It tends to deliver around 80% Sativa and 20% Indica effects.
Appearance
The buds I had been given to sample are small, almost pebble-shaped. They have a good trichome coverage, glistening in the light.
The pistils on this sample of Strawberry Cough are wild, perhaps signalling heat stress. They are an orangey-yellow colour and all over the bud.
Despite the small size, these buds have been given a very good trim/manicure, and only some bases of leaves are visible.
Aroma
Because it is a strawberry-flavoured strain, I’m expecting a delicious flavour from this one!
Actually when smelling this sample, at least initially, I get the earthy/woody smell I tend to get from organic grows.
Breaking open the bud, a definite strawberry pungent aroma is released and this smells great!
Grinding up the Strawberry Cough, I’m treated to a bit more of the strawberry aroma but the smell is now outweighed by the pungent notes coming from the ground up weed.
Taste
I smoked the Strawberry Cough through my bong and vaped it through my Arizer Air II Vaporiser to test out the flavour for this smoke report.
I found the taste in this particular sample somewhat lacking. It was disappointing after the smell to not experience that strawberry flavour in its entirety. However, the smoke did leave a strawberry-inspired aftertaste in my mouth post-cough.
Smoking this wasn’t a bad experience - while it was not particularly harsh, the strawberry cough smoke felt a little hotter than normal during the inhale, and perhaps that is what caused me to cough.
Surprisingly, vaping this didn’t taste much better than smoking it in my bong, although I was able to detect some more flavour notes.
Overall, not the best consumption experience, which I believe is down to the sample rather than the genetics.
Effects
This is where the Strawberry Cough really came into its own.
A cerebral uplift ensues with a bit of body relaxation, but also the ultimate in daytime smoking productivity levels – this one suits I well!
The effects of this strain feels perfect for a daytime smoke AM or PM – in subsequent days I recorded myself going back to the Strawberry Cough sample for my first smoke of the day due to the excellent high it induces when consumed.
Conclusion
Sampling Strawberry Cough is something that I've wanted to do since I first saw Children of Men (2006) and Michael Caine was growing it in a future dystopian UK. Finally, 12 years later I got my wish! However, I was a little disappointed.
This isn’t the highest grade of cannabis I've consumed recently. But while I was disappointed in some areas like the taste, this was mitigated somewhat by the effects felt shortly after – because it’s hard to not enjoy something that makes you feel so good!
I’d just like to reiterate that I believe this was down to the sample itself, and not the genetics.
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 Strawberry Cough
Users most commonly report feeling energetic, uplifted and talkative after consuming Strawberry Cough. 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 Strawberry Cough 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.
Strawberry Cough Questions
What did the Strawberry Cough review say about its background?
Strawberry Cough is a Sativa-dominant hybrid strain made from Strawberry Fields X Haze – it is bred by Dutch Passion, and is named partly due to its cough-inducing ability, even amongst experienced smokers.
What did the reviewed Strawberry Cough flower look like?
Despite the small size, these buds have been given a very good trim/manicure, and only some bases of leaves are visible.
What aroma did the Strawberry Cough review describe?
Grinding up the Strawberry Cough, I’m treated to a bit more of the strawberry aroma but the smell is now outweighed by the pungent notes coming from the ground up weed.
How did Strawberry Cough taste in the review?
Surprisingly, vaping this didn’t taste much better than smoking it in my bong, although I was able to detect some more flavour notes.
What effects did the Strawberry Cough review describe?
The effects of this strain feels perfect for a daytime smoke AM or PM – in subsequent days I recorded myself going back to the Strawberry Cough sample for my first smoke of the day due to the excellent high it induces when consumed.
What was the review's verdict on Strawberry Cough?
But while I was disappointed in some areas like the taste, this was mitigated somewhat by the effects felt shortly after – because it’s hard to not enjoy something that makes you feel so good!
How strong is Strawberry Cough?
The archive record notes THC 19% and CBD <1% for Strawberry Cough. Actual potency varies between batches, growers and phenotypes.
Is Strawberry Cough suitable for beginners?
Some consumers report feeling paranoid or anxious with Strawberry Cough, so beginners should start with a very small amount and give it time before consuming more. Individual tolerance varies considerably.
Is Strawberry Cough indica or sativa?
Strawberry Cough 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 Strawberry Cough?
The archive records myrcene, pinene and caryophyllene as terpenes associated with Strawberry Cough.
What are the potential downsides of Strawberry Cough?
Commonly reported side effects include dry mouth, dry eyes and paranoid. These are self-reported and vary widely between consumers.
Is every Strawberry Cough 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.