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Cannabis Strain Review: Stephen Hawking Kush

a.k.a. Shk
Type of High: Head and Body
Try it: after a stressful day
Optimum Time of Day: Afternoon
Spectrum: 75% Indica
Dominant Terpene: Caryophyllene
Effect Percentage
Focused
65%
Happy
55%
Euphoric
55%
Deeply Relaxing
45%
Uplifted
32%
Side Effect Percentage
Dry Eyes
17%
Dry Mouth
12%
Dizzy
2%
Headache
2%
Dry Eyes
4%

Stephen Hawking Kush has an ASHI score of 8 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 75% Indica.

a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Focused, Happy, Euphoric, Deeply Relaxing and Uplifted effects of Stephen Hawking Kush produce a Head and Body high for cannabis users. Afternoon is the best time to experience this strain. Stephen Hawking Kush has been reported by users as being used for Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia, Migraines, and Chronic 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

Stephen Hawking Kush's primary terpenes are Caryophyllene, Humulene, Myrcene, Limonene and Linalool. 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 Stephen Hawking Kush that includes: Fruity, Grape and Mint, ending with a blast of Fruity on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Can you smell that? Stephen Hawking Kush has an aroma profile of Blueberry, Mint and Cherry.

the labs - a section where the levels of different cannabinoids found in this strain of cannabis are shared based on lab testing
THC
2.1 - 12%
CBD
13 - 13.1%
CBN
0.01%
CBDV
CBD-A
14.32%
CBG-A

Stephen Hawking Kush presents Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Pinene and Terpinolene terpenes. The average THC level is 2.1 - 12%. You can expect CBD levels of 13 - 13.1%. CBG in this strain should be about 0.3%.

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 Stephen Hawking Kush 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, Stephen Hawking Kush should harvest around October you can expect average height and moderate yield.

the recipes

What's Cooking?

The bacon notes from Weed Bacon will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Caryophyllene, from Stephen Hawking Kush. The Caryophyllene terpenes will add complex herbal, woody notes, enriching the natural bacon flavors. Since we suggest you try Stephen Hawking Kushafter a stressful day, you might want to check out our recipe for Pink Grapefruit Sorbet. A Pink Grapefruit Sorbet is your best friend after a stressful day, ESPECIALLY when matched with this strain. As the tangy sorbet melts into your mouth, so will your sorrows and the thoughts of those who caused them.

Suggested Recipes For This Strain