Indica Dominant Hybrid
OG Kush
Also known as: Original Kush, Josh D OG, OG
THC19% - 26%
CBD0% - 1%
Flowering8 - 9 weeks
Top terpenes: Limonene, Myrcene, Caryophyllene
Quick answer
OG Kush is a 1990s legend most often credited as Chemdawg 91 x Lemon Thai x Hindu Kush, testing 19-26% THC. Lemon-fuel aroma over kush earth, heavy euphoric high. The most influential cultivar in modern cannabis.
OG Kush is the strain every other strain gets compared to, and after all these years the comparison still holds. Sharp lemon over fuel over earth - a properly grown jar smells like the 90s never ended. The high is heavy but not sloppy: euphoric enough to enjoy, relaxing enough to end the day on. Fair warning from the counter: it hits faster than the percentage suggests. Two hits and give it twenty minutes. If you only ever smoke one classic, this is the one the classics are measured against.
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| Type | Indica Dominant Hybrid |
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| Terpenes | Limonene, Myrcene, Caryophyllene |
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| Flavours | Citrus, Earthy, Pine, Pungent |
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| Flowering | 8 - 9 weeks |
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The story of OG Kush
OG Kush arrived in Florida in the early 90s as a bag-seed discovery by 'Matt the Psychic' from a Chemdawg-adjacent plant, crossed with Lemon Thai and Hindu Kush pollen, then moved to Los Angeles where breeder Josh D popularized it through the pre-legal scene. The genetics are widely credited as Chemdawg 91 x Lemon Thai x Hindu Kush (Prime Cuts, JointCommerce) - though the exact recipe, like the meaning of 'OG', is folklore with several plausible versions. What is not disputed: OG Kush became the single most influential cultivar of the modern era. GSC, Headband, Tahoe OG, Fire OG and dozens of the biggest names of the 2010s all carry OG genetics. Every terpene trend in California over the last 25 years started here.
Terpene breakdown
Limonene0.512%
Myrcene0.373%
Caryophyllene0.311%
Linalool0.158%
Pinene0.148%
Humulene0.144%
Nerolidol0.023%
Terpene shares from lab-tested samples (% of total terpene weight).
- Limonene (0.512%): bright citrus lift on top.
- Myrcene (0.373%): the relaxed, body-heavy base.
- Caryophyllene (0.311%): peppery, fuel-adjacent spice underneath.
Og Kush's dominant terp is Limonene, and it leads the flavour on every inhale.
Growing OG Kush
OG Kush is a moderately demanding grow: medium height, 8-9 week flowering, and a reputation for sensitivity to overfeeding and humidity swings. The payoff is dense, resin-heavy buds with orange pistils and that unmistakable fuel-citrus aroma through late flower - carbon filtration is mandatory. Yields are moderate rather than huge; the value is in the bag appeal and terpene weight. Clones of the famous cuts (Josh D OG, Tahoe OG lineage) remain prized for their consistency.
How to consume OG Kush
OG Kush rewards moderation: two hits bring heavy euphoria and body ease, and a third will end your productivity plans. At 19-26% THC the onset is quick, the body effect builds over the first 20 minutes. Evening is its natural habitat, though low doses work for laid-back afternoons. A joint or bowl suits the classic profile; low-temp vamps bring out the lemon under the fuel. Best for: unwinding, pain and stress evenings, music, food. Not for: first dates, job interviews, or anyone who needs to remember why they walked into a room.
OG Kush vs similar strains
OG Kush vs Sour Diesel: the East Coast rival shares Chemdawg 91 roots - Sour D is racier and citrus-sharp, OG is heavier and earthier. OG Kush vs GSC: the famous descendant keeps the potency and adds dessert sweetness; OG is the moodier classic. OG Kush vs Hindu Kush: the landrace grandparent is pure sedation; OG adds the fuel-citrus brightness and euphoria. The modern Platinum OG and Fire OG lines are direct descendants for those wanting the OG profile with extra frost.
Frequently asked questions
What is OG Kush?
OG Kush is a legendary hybrid most often credited as Chemdawg 91 x Lemon Thai x Hindu Kush, developed in 1990s Florida and popularized in Los Angeles. It tests 19-26% THC and is among the most influential strains in modern cannabis.
What does OG stand for?
Nobody has proof. Ocean Grown, Original Gangster and 'original grower sticker code' are the leading theories - the origin is genuinely disputed folklore.
Is OG Kush indica or sativa?
Indica-leaning hybrid. Expect heavy euphoria and body relaxation with a clear-headed edge at moderate doses.
What does OG Kush taste like?
Sharp lemon-fuel over earthy kush spice. Myrcene, limonene and caryophyllene lead the profile.
Why is OG Kush so famous?
Its genetics run through half the modern West Coast menu (GSC, Headband, Tahoe OG, Fire OG), and its balanced heavy high set the template for California cannabis.
Storing OG Kush
The fuel-citrus terps hold well in storage - OG is one of the strains that ages into a slightly rounder, earthier version of itself rather than fading to hay. Still: airtight glass, cool dark cupboard, 58-62% humidity pack. Keep it away from heat; the limonene brightness dulls first, leaving mostly earth. Burp fresh jars daily the first week. A well-stored jar of OG Kush keeps its character for months, which is part of why it became the California standard.
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