White Russian

Cannabis Strain Review: White Russian

a.k.a. White Siberian
Type of High: Head and Body
Try it: before creating
Optimum Time of Day: Afternoon
Spectrum: 71% Sativa
Dominant Terpene: Myrcene
Effect Percentage
Happy
78%
Euphoric
76%
Deeply Relaxing
69%
Creative
46%
Side Effect Percentage
Dry Mouth
31%
Dry Eyes
19%
Dizzy
11%
Headache
9%
The Scaries
6%

White Russian has an ASHI score of 3 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 26 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. White Russian won 2 awards in categories like Hydro in places like the Netherlands. You can find a full accounting of awards won in the table below. The genetic blend of this strain is 71% Sativa.

Place Category Competition
2 Hydro Cup High Times Cannabis Cup
1 Bio Cup High Times Cannabis Cup
a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Happy, Euphoric, Deeply Relaxing and Creative effects of White Russian produce a Head and Body high for cannabis users. Afternoon is the best time to experience this strain. White Russian has been reported by users as being used for Depression, Loss Of Appetite, Anxiety, Pain and Chronic Pain.

Common Usage
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The Flavor Story

White Russian's primary terpenes are Myrcene 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 White Russian that includes: Earthy, Sweet, Citrus, Pine, Spicy and Woody, ending with a blast of Earthy on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Take a whiff! White Russian has an aroma profile of Citrus, Skunk 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
18 - 25%
CBD
0.1 - 1%
CBN
0.07%
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

White Russian presents Myrcene and Caryophyllene terpenes. The average THC level is 18 - 25%. You can expect CBD levels of 0.1 - 1%. CBN levels should be around 0.07%. CBG in this strain should be about 1%.

the grow - a section describing the growth information for this strain of cannabis
Best Results Preferred Climate Grow Difficulty
Indoors and outdoors warm and temperate outdoor climate Easy

Outdoor Grow Info

Harvest Time Height Yield
Mid/end October Medium Medium

Indoor Grow Info

Indoor Harvest Time Indoor Height Indoor Yield
8-9 weeks Medium 350-500g/m

The difficulty to grow White Russian is known for being easy. For growers looking to cultivate indoors, you can expect medium height to be with a yield of 350-500g/m in about 8-9 weeks. Outdoors, White Russian should harvest around Mid/end October you can expect medium height and medium yield.

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White Russian shares genetics with AK-47 and White Widow.

the recipes

What's Cooking?

The smokey notes from Mary Jane's BBQ Sauce will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Myrcene, from White Russian. Myrcene terpenes will add some extra zing to the bbq sauce, adding a bit of tangy mango sweetness to the mix. Since we suggest you try White Russian before creating, you might want to check out our recipe for Coffee Cake. Using this strain with our Coffee Cake recipe, paired with your favorite cup of coffee or tea will put you exactly where you need to be for making art, building worlds or composing symphonies.

Suggested Recipes For This Strain

Mary Janes BBQ Sauce recipe