Skunk 1

Cannabis Strain Review: Skunk 1

a.k.a. #1 or Skunk
Type of High: Head and Body
Try it: at night
Optimum Time of Day: Night
Spectrum: 65% Indica
Dominant Terpene: Humulene
Effect Percentage
Buzzy Euphoria
60%
Thoughtful
20%
Side Effect Percentage
Dry Mouth
40%
Dry Eyes
20%

Skunk 1 has an ASHI score of 3 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 17 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. Skunk 1 won an award in categories like in places like the Netherlands. The genetic blend of this strain is 65% Indica.

Place Category Competition
1 Cannabis Cup High Times Cannabis Cup
1 Best Club Entry Ic 420 Growers Cup
a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Buzzy Euphoria and Thoughtful effects of Skunk 1 produce a Head and Body high for cannabis users. Night is the best time to experience this strain. Skunk 1 has been reported by users as being used for Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia, Pain, and Nausea.

Common Usage
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The Flavor Story

Skunk 1's primary terpenes are Humulene, Limonene 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 Skunk 1 that includes: Skunk, Citrus, Sweet and Earthy, ending with a blast of Skunk on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Can you smell that? Skunk 1 has an aroma profile of Earthy, Pungent, Skunky, Sour and Sweet.

the labs - a section where the levels of different cannabinoids found in this strain of cannabis are shared based on lab testing
THC
8.1 - 25%
CBD
0.04 - 0.33%
CBN
0.04 - 1.47%
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

Skunk 1 presents Humulene, Limonene and Caryophyllene terpenes. The average THC level is 8.1 - 25%. You can expect CBD levels of 1%. CBN levels should be around 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
Mid-October / Mid-November Average 600-800 g/plant

Indoor Grow Info

Indoor Harvest Time Indoor Height Indoor Yield
Takes 65 to 75 days to finish flowering Average High

The difficulty to grow Skunk 1 is known for being average. For growers looking to cultivate indoors, you can expect average height to be with a yield of high in about takes 65 to 75 days to finish flowering. Outdoors, Skunk 1 should harvest around Mid-October / Mid-November you can expect average height and 600-800 g/plant yield.

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Skunk 1 shares genetics with Columbian Gold, Acapulco Gold and Afghani.

the recipes

What's Cooking?

The garlic notes from Wings will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Humulene, from Skunk 1. The Humulene terpenes will add a smoky flavor to the wings. Since we suggest you try Skunk 1 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.

Suggested Recipes For This Strain

cannabis Garlic-Ginger Chicken Wings recipe