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Cannabis Strain Review: Dr Grinspoon

a.k.a. Lester Grinspoon
Type of High: Head and Body
Try it: before creating
Optimum Time of Day: Afternoon
Spectrum: 96% Sativa
Dominant Terpene: Terpinolene
Effect Percentage
Energetic
80%
Uplifted
72%
Euphoric
70%
Creative
69%
Happy
61%
Side Effect Percentage
Dry Mouth
27%
Dry Eyes
9%
Dizzy
7%
The Scaries
3%
Headache
1%

Dr Grinspoon has an ASHI score of 10 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 16 out of 50. The ASHI score, or Ascendancy Strains Heat Index, speaks to how popular it is at this moment in time. Think of it as measuring the flash in the pan strains that are hot right now for consumers. Social media discussions, consumer ratings and reviews are all data points that feed into this score.

BPS, or Brand Power Score, is more institution facing and looks more at data points which reflect how much respect and power this strain has to the industry. Strains that have articles written about them, sold as seeds, award history and inclusion in a strain directory are all examples of data points which feed into a BPS rating. The genetic blend of this strain is 96% Sativa.

a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Energetic, Uplifted, Euphoric, Creative and Happy effects of Dr Grinspoon produce a Head and Body high for cannabis users. Afternoon is the best time to experience this strain. Dr Grinspoon has been reported by users as being used for Depression, Loss Of Appetite, Stress, Pain, and Mood Swings.

Common Usage
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The Flavor Story

Dr Grinspoon's primary terpenes are Terpinolene and Limonene. 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 Dr Grinspoon that includes: Pine, Fruit and Citrus, ending with a blast of Pine on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Can you smell that? Dr Grinspoon has an aroma profile of Citrus and Lemon.

the labs - a section where the levels of different cannabinoids found in this strain of cannabis are shared based on lab testing
THC
16 - 25%
CBD
0.4 - 0.5%
CBN
0.07 - 0.18%
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

Dr Grinspoon presents Terpinolene and Limonene terpenes. The average THC level is 16 - 25%. You can expect CBD levels of 0.4 - 0.5%. CBG in this strain should be about 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/November Tall Low

Indoor Grow Info

Indoor Harvest Time Indoor Height Indoor Yield
13-14 weeks 150-175cm 300-400g/m

The difficulty to grow Dr Grinspoon is known for being average. For growers looking to cultivate indoors, you can expect 150-175cm height to be with a yield of 300-400g/m in about 13-14 weeks. Outdoors, Dr Grinspoon should harvest around October/November you can expect tall height and low yield.

Dr Grinspoon shares genetics with Unknown Sativa.

the recipes

What's Cooking?

The apple notes from Apple Crisp will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Terpinolene, from Dr Grinspoon. The smoky, apple and nutmeg flavors found in Terpinolene will expand and heighten the already savory, rich and sweet aspects of this glorious Apple Crisp Recipe. Since we suggest you try Dr Grinspoonbefore creating, you might want to check out our recipe for Coffee Cake. Using this strain with our Coffee Cake recipe, paired with your favorite cup of coffee or tea will put you exactly where you need to be for making art, building worlds or composing symphonies.

Suggested Recipes For This Strain