Emerald OG

Cannabis Strain Review: Emerald OG

a.k.a. Emerald Og Kush, Emerald Kush
Type of High: Head and Body
Try it: at night
Optimum Time of Day: Night
Spectrum: 81% Indica
Dominant Terpene: Caryophyllene
Effect Percentage
Deeply Relaxing
92%
Euphoric
56%
Sleepy
44%
Happy
44%
Uplifted
38%
Side Effect Percentage
Sedated
40%
Dry Mouth
26%
The Scaries
5%
Dry Eyes
5%

Emerald OG has an ASHI score of 1 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 32 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. Emerald OG won 3 awards in categories like in places like USA-Colorado. You can find a full accounting of awards won in the table below. The genetic blend of this strain is 81% Indica.

Place Category Competition
3 Flower Indica (patient Class) Errl Cup
1 Flower Indica (patient Class) 710 Degree Cup
2 Non Industry Flower Connoisseur Cup
3 Non Industry Flower Connoisseur Cup
a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Deeply Relaxing, Euphoric, Sleepy, Happy and Uplifted effects of Emerald OG produce a Head and Body high for cannabis users. Night is the best time to experience this strain. Emerald OG has been reported by users as being used for Depression, Insomnia, Migraines, Pain and Anxiety.

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The Flavor Story

Emerald OG's primary terpenes are Caryophyllene, Humulene, Linalool, Camphene and Ocimene. 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 Emerald OG that includes: Citrus, Diesel, Earthy, Flowery and Fruity, ending with a blast of Citrus on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Take a whiff! Emerald OG has an aroma profile of Citrus, Earthy, Floral and Pungent.

the labs - a section where the levels of different cannabinoids found in this strain of cannabis are shared based on lab testing
THC
17 - 22%
CBD
1%
CBN
0.08 - 0.21%
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

Emerald OG presents Caryophyllene, Humulene, Linalool, Camphene and Ocimene terpenes. The average THC level is 17 - 22%. You can expect CBD levels of 1%. 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 Average Moderate

Indoor Grow Info

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

The difficulty to grow Emerald OG 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, Emerald OG should harvest around October you can expect average height and moderate yield.

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the recipes

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The bacon notes from Weed Bacon will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Caryophyllene, from Emerald OG. The Caryophyllene terpenes will add complex herbal, woody notes, enriching the natural bacon flavors. Since we suggest you try Emerald OG at 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.

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