Sour Diesel | Smalls | Sativa | 26.48%

The Lineage: An East Coast Legend

The exact origins of Sour Diesel (or "Sour D") are a mix of folklore and "clandestine" breeding, but the most widely accepted lineage traces back to the early 1990s in New York City.

• Chemdawg 91: Believed to be the primary parent, contributing the intense "chemical" and diesel pungency.

• Super Skunk / Northern Lights: Often cited as the secondary influence that stabilized the plant's growth and added a foundational earthy sweetness.

• The "AJ" Cut: The most famous phenotype is the "Asshole Joe" (AJ) cut, which defined the "gas" standard for the East Coast cannabis market.

Prominent Terpene Profile

Sour Diesel is famous for a scent so powerful it can penetrate through multiple layers of packaging.

1. Caryophyllene (Spice/Gas): The dominant terpene, providing the signature "sharp" fuel aroma and peppery kick.

2. Myrcene (Herbal/Earth): While typically sedative, in this Sativa context, it adds an herbal depth that anchors the high-energy effects.

3. Limonene (Sour Citrus): Provides the "sour" top note and works synergistically with the THC to provide an immediate mood-lifting "zap."

The Effects: "The Motivational Spark"

Sour Diesel is the quintessential "daytime" strain, favored by those who want to avoid the "heavy" physical crash of modern hybrids.

• Cerebral Velocity: The high is almost entirely mental. It often feels like a "light switch" being flipped on, increasing sensory awareness and fast-tracking thought processes.

• Productive Energy: Unlike "racy" Sativas that can cause anxiety, Sour D provides a focused, functional energy that many use to power through chores, artistic projects, or social events.

• The "No-Ceiling" High: Veteran users often praise Sour Diesel for its lack of a "ceiling," meaning that taking more typically increases the intensity of the euphoria without leading to immediate sedation.