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Cannabis Strain Review: Russian Assassin

a.k.a. Russian Assassin Og, Russian Assassin Og Kush
Type of High: Head and Body
Try it: at night
Optimum Time of Day: Night
Spectrum: 72% Indica
Dominant Terpene: Limonene
Effect Percentage
Euphoric
71%
Deeply Relaxing
42%
Happy
38%
Uplifted
35%
Sleepy
35%
Side Effect Percentage
Dry Mouth
28%
The Scaries
11%
Dry Eyes
7%
Headache
7%

Russian Assassin has an ASHI score of 6 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 11 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 72% Indica.

a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

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

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

Russian Assassin's primary terpenes are Limonene, Myrcene, 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 Russian Assassin that includes: Earthy and Sour, ending with a blast of Earthy on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Yummstown! Russian Assassin has an aroma profile of Earthy, Herbal, Pine, Pungent 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
20 - 23%
CBD
1%
CBN
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

Russian Assassin presents Limonene, Myrcene, Camphene and Caryophyllene terpenes. The average THC level is 20 - 23%.

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 Russian Assassin 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, Russian Assassin should harvest around October you can expect average height and moderate yield.

Russian Assassin cannabis strain is a cross between Skywalker, Lemon OG Kush, and Headband cannabis strains

the recipes

What's Cooking?

The Lavender and Rose notes from Cannabis-infused Tea With Rose And Lavender will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Limonene, from Russian Assassin. The abundant Linalool terpenes will add complementary lavender notes to your infused tea. Since we suggest you try Russian Assassinat 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