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Cannabis Strain Review: Alpha Dawg

Type of High: Head and Body
Try it: at night
Optimum Time of Day: Night
Spectrum: 60% Sativa
Dominant Terpene: Humulene
Effect Percentage
Buzzy Euphoria
80%
Thoughtful
20%
Happy
%
Side Effect Percentage
Sleepy
80%
Hungry
60%
Sedated
40%

Alpha Dawg has an ASHI score of 5 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 9 out of 50. The genetic blend of this strain is 60% Sativa.

a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Buzzy Euphoria, Thoughtful and Happy effects of Alpha Dawg produce a Head and Body high for cannabis users. Night is the best time to experience this strain. Alpha Dawg has been reported by users as being used for Depression, Loss Of Appetite, Insomnia, Nausea and Stress.

Common Usage
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The Flavor Story

Alpha Dawg's primary terpenes are Humulene, Camphene and Caryophyllene. Terpenes affect flavor but also provide their own set of medical and experiential effects. When smoked, vaporized or incorporated into an edible, you'll get hit with the flavor profile from Alpha Dawg that includes: Earthy, Spicy and Sweet, ending with a blast of Earthy on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Take a whiff! Alpha Dawg has an aroma profile of Diesel, Earthy, Pungent, Spicy and Sweet.

the labs - a section where the levels of different cannabinoids found in this strain of cannabis are shared based on lab testing
THC
15 - 25%
CBD
1%
CBN
0.08 - 0.22%
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

Alpha Dawg presents Humulene, Camphene and Caryophyllene terpenes. The average THC level is 15 - 25%. You can expect CBD levels of 1%.

the grow - a section describing the growth information for this strain of cannabis
Best Results Preferred Climate Grow Difficulty
Indoors and outdoors warm climate Average

Outdoor Grow Info

Harvest Time Height Yield
October Average Moderate

Indoor Grow Info

Indoor Harvest Time Indoor Height Indoor Yield
8-10 weeks Average Moderate

The difficulty to grow Alpha Dawg is known for being average. For growers looking to cultivate indoors, you can expect average height to be with a yield of moderate in about 8-10 weeks. Outdoors, Alpha Dawg should harvest around October you can expect average height and moderate yield.

the recipes

What's Cooking?

The garlic notes from Wings will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Humulene, from Alpha Dawg. The Humulene terpenes will add a smoky flavor to the wings. Since we suggest you try Alpha Dawgat night, you might want to check out our recipe for Chocolate Cannacake. Chocolate Cannacake with this strain is the perfect dessert treat with which to end your night.

Suggested Recipes For This Strain