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Cannabis Strain Review: Lions Gate

Type of High: Head
Try it: before cleaning or working out
Optimum Time of Day: Afternoon
Spectrum: 91% Sativa
Dominant Terpene: Humulene
Effect Percentage
Happy
92%
Uplifted
83%
Energetic
83%
Focused
64%
Deeply Relaxing
50%
Side Effect Percentage
Dry Mouth
62%
Dry Mouth
52%
Dizzy
37%
Anxiety
33%
Dry Eyes
18%

Lions Gate has an ASHI score of 9 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 13 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 91% Sativa.

a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Happy, Uplifted, Energetic, Focused and Deeply Relaxing effects of Lions Gate produce a Head high for cannabis users. Afternoon is the best time to experience this strain. Lions Gate has been reported by users as being used for Anxiety, Insomnia, Migraines, Nausea, and Stress.

Common Usage
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The Flavor Story

Lions Gate's primary terpenes are Humulene, Myrcene and Camphene. 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 Lions Gate that includes: Fruity and Sour, ending with a blast of Fruity on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Can you smell that? Lions Gate has an aroma profile of Earthy, Herbal, Pungent and Skunky.

the labs - a section where the levels of different cannabinoids found in this strain of cannabis are shared based on lab testing
THC
12 - 16%
CBD
CBN
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

Lions Gate presents Humulene, Myrcene and Camphene terpenes. The average THC level is 12 - 16%.

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 Lions Gate 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, Lions Gate 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 Lions Gate. The Humulene terpenes will add a smoky flavor to the wings. Since we suggest you try Lions Gatebefore cleaning or working out, you might want to check out our recipe for Weed Smoothie. When you're looking to get the job done you need the right fuel. This smoothie combined with with this strain will give you optimum results. You'll be done before you know it and enjoy every detail of the experience.

Suggested Recipes For This Strain