Merlot OG

Cannabis Strain Review: Merlot OG

a.k.a. grape valley kush
Type of High: Head and Body
Try it: at night
Optimum Time of Day: Night
Spectrum: 69% Indica
Dominant Terpene: Humulene
Effect Percentage
Deeply Relaxing
90%
Euphoric
63%
Uplifted
60%
Happy
57%
Sleepy
28%
Side Effect Percentage
Dizzy
46%
Headache
41%
Dry Mouth
40%
Dry Mouth
35%
Dry Eyes
10%

Merlot OG has an ASHI score of 6 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 14 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 69% Indica.

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

Common Usage
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Information found on this site is not meant to be used as or in place of medical advice. Seek advice from a medical professional to address your personal needs.

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The Flavor Story

Merlot OG's primary terpenes are Humulene 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 Merlot OG that includes: Fruity, Spicy, Earthy, Sour and Piney, ending with a blast of Fruity on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Take a whiff! Merlot OG has an aroma profile of Berry, Earthy, Grape, Skunky and Spicy.

the labs - a section where the levels of different cannabinoids found in this strain of cannabis are shared based on lab testing
THC
15 - 26%
CBD
CBN
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

Merlot OG presents Humulene and Caryophyllene terpenes. The average THC level is 15 - 26%.

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 Merlot 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, Merlot OG should harvest around October you can expect average height and moderate yield.

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The garlic notes from Wings will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Humulene, from Merlot OG. The Humulene terpenes will add a smoky flavor to the wings. Since we suggest you try Merlot OGat 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

cannabis Garlic-Ginger Chicken Wings recipe