The Top 10 Strains That Will Take You to the Next Level

To keep you updated with the new trends inside the cannabis community, we have made a list of the top 10 strains as of 2023. Each strain boasts unique characteristics and flavors that cater to various preferences. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing Indica or an uplifting Sativa, our top 10 strains have covered you. We believe in promoting responsible cannabis consumption and providing our customers with the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions. Without further ado, here are the top 10 strains of 2023!

1. Gorilla Glue

The Gorilla Glue strain, also known as GG4, has become legendary among avid growers. With accolades such as Cannabis Cup and Jamaican World Cup awards, there is a lot to admire about GG4. This strain delivers a potent punch of happiness that is sure to please. Whether you’re an experienced grower or new to the craft, Gorilla Glue is an effortless strain to cultivate that provides a bountiful yield.

The feminized cannabis seeds of GG4 require only 4 to 8 weeks in the vegetative stage, followed by a short flowering period of 8 to 9 weeks. With such a rapid flowering cycle, GG4 can be harvested multiple times a year, assuming you’re in the appropriate climate or have an indoor setup. The unforgettable taste and aroma of Gorilla Glue are a blend of spicy, sour, and sweet flavors with hints of cheesy, piney, and earthy undertones. Combined, they create a memorable strain that may become your preferred choice.

Strain Parents: Sour Diesel, Sour Dubb, Chem’s Sister, and Chocolate Diesel
Strain Dominant: 50:50 Hybrid
CBD Content: 0.05 to 0.1%
THC Content: 28%
Flowering Time: 8 to 9 weeks
Growth Difficulty: Easy

2. Banana Kush

The sweet buzz of Banana Kush is both mellow and memorable, delivering a chill vibe that appeals to most users. It’s a popular feminized seed among creatives and artists on the West Coast, thanks to its lasting effects, aroma, flavor, and stimulating buzz. When grown indoors, Banana Kush flowers in just 4-8 weeks provide a substantial yield of around 14 to 21 oz per plant. Experienced growers can harvest up to 17 ounces of usable marijuana per plant, making only a handful of harvests per year necessary to maintain a long-term supply. Despite being Indica-dominant, Banana Kush also has Sativa effects, resulting in a perfect hybrid of relaxing Indica lineage and the happy and uplifting effects of Sativa strains.

Strain Parents: Ghost OG and Skunk Haze
Strain Dominant: 60% Indica: 40% Sativa
CBD Content: 0.08%
THC Content: 28%
Flowering Time: 8 to 10 Weeks
Growth Difficulty: Moderate

3. Gelato

If you’re a veteran in the cannabis community with a high tolerance for THC, Gelato Seeds may be the perfect strain for you. This potent strain hits hard every time, making it an ideal choice for those looking for an easy smoke that delivers. Gelato is a well-known strain that packs a punch and can even knock down the most experienced smokers. Even individuals with high tolerances may feel its effects after a few puffs and a few minutes. With 55% Indica and 45% Sativa makeup, Gelato offers a relaxing experience that can leave you couch-locked. After a flowering period of about 8 to 9 weeks, expect a good harvest from Gelato, with each plant producing around 16 to 18 ounces. Hundreds of grams per seed make Gelato an excellent choice for those looking for a high-yielding strain.

Strain Parents: Sunset Sherbet and Thin Mint GSC
Strain Dominant: 55% Indica: 45% Sativa
CBD Content: 0.6%
THC Content: 21%
Flowering Time: 8 to 9 weeks
Growth Difficulty: Easy

4. Blue Dream

The Blue Dream strain is a luxurious hybrid that results from the combination of Blueberry and Haze strains. Originating from the sunny state of California, this strain has quickly risen to become a highly sought-after treasure in the market. With an enticing blend of THC levels ranging from a moderate 17% to a potent 24% and balanced CBD levels ranging from 0.1% to 1%, Blue Dream offers a harmonious combination that creates a tranquilizing and uplifting experience. This experience can transport both the mind and body to a state of pure bliss, making it an excellent choice for those seeking tranquility and happiness.

Strain Parents: Blueberry and Haze
Strain Dominant: 40% Indica: 60% Sativa
CBD Content: 0.1% to 1%
THC Content: 17% to 24%
Flowering Time: 8 to 9 weeks
Growth Difficulty: Easy

5. Girl Scout Cookies

For decades, Girl Scout Cookies (GSC) have been a favorite among stoners, winning multiple Cannabis Cups awards for their supreme quality, which is almost alien-like. This great weed is known for its enticing, earthy aroma that attracts many users. GSC is a hybrid strain with 60% Indica and 40% Sativa genetic makeup. Its ancestors are Durban Poison and OG Kush, both hugely popular strains. The GSC buds grown and sent to laboratories for testing have a THC content of 17% to 28% and a CBD content of 0.09% to 0.2%. GSC offers a combination of full-body high and heady, cerebral, and thought-provoking moods due to its balanced qualities, which are representative of both Sativa and Indica strains.

Strain Parents: Durban Poison and OG Kush
Strain Dominant: 60% Indica: 40% Sativa
CBD Content: 0.09% to 0.2%
THC Content: 17% to 28%
Flowering Time: 9 to 10 weeks
Growth Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

6. Jack Herer

Jack Herer, also known as “JH,” “The Jack,” “Premium Jack,” and “Platinum Jack,” is a Sativa-dominant marijuana strain that has gained as much fame as its namesake, the cannabis activist and author of The Emperor Wears No Clothes. It combines a Haze hybrid with Northern Lights #5 and Shiva Skunk, making it a potent strain with a typical THC level of 15% to 24%. Its elevated and invigorating high is perfect for a day when you need an extra push to get up and go. The effects will hit you almost immediately after exhaling, filling your mind with a heightened sense of perceptive happiness and motivation enhanced by increased creativity and focus.

Strain parents: Haze, Northern Lights, and Skunk
Strain dominant: 90% Sativa 10% Indica
CBD content: 0.01% to 0.25%
THC content: 18% to 23%
Flowering time: 8 to 10 weeks
Growth Difficulty: Easy

7. Sour Diesel

Sour Diesel is a Sativa-dominant marijuana strain with an unknown genetic background but is believed to be a mix of Chemdawg 91 and Super Skunk. Despite its simple origins, it has become a beloved strain for many. It packs a powerful punch with THC content ranging from 10 to 20 – 25%. Sour Diesel is known for its energizing and uplifting effects, making it an excellent choice for those looking to start their day with a boost of energy. The cerebral high it produces is potent and refreshing, making it an excellent choice for those who need a little extra motivation. Its potency is manageable, making it a great go-to strain for many. Overall, Sour Diesel is a fantastic strain that is sure to leave you feeling refreshed and ready to tackle whatever comes your way.

Strain Parents: Unidentified
Strain Dominant: 10% Indica: 90% Sativa
CBD Content: 0.2%
THC Content: 20% to 25%
Flowering Time: 8 to 10 weeks
Growing Difficulty: Easy

8. White Widow

Well-known for its potent effects and distinctive white trichomes that coat its buds, it combines South Indian Indica and Brazilian Sativa. Its name is derived from the unique white trichomes that cover its buds. The White Widow plants are recognized for their potent, happy effects and earthy, spicy aroma. As female plants usually yield the highest-quality buds with the highest concentrations of THC and other desired components, growers usually prefer them. These feminized seeds guarantee female plant production.

An excellent option for both experienced and inexperienced growers, White Widow plants are easy to grow and can be cultivated indoors and outdoors. The plants typically reach a medium height and produce dense, resinous buds. White Widow strain is a popular choice for social occasions or for reducing tension and anxiety due to its typically upbeat effects.

Strain Parents: South Indian Indica and Brazilian Sativa
Strain Dominant: 40% Indica: 60% Sativa
CBD Content: 1%
THC Content: 18% to 25%
Flowering Time: 8 to 9 weeks
Growing Difficulty: Easy

9. Northern Lights

The Northern Lights strain is incredibly famous and has attained legendary status among seasoned weed lovers as one of the most well-known cannabis cultivars ever. This almost pure Indica is a long-time favorite for its potency and potent mix of mind-body effects.

Renowned for its ability to slam users straight into a blissful, altered, and deeply relaxed state, many consider Northern Lights a two-hit-quit strain. Its high THC content produces a near-immediate sedative effect accompanied by uplifting, carefree happiness, melting away stress and worry.

With a smooth, earthy, hashy, and slightly sweet flavor profile, Northern Lights offers an old-school taste that is difficult to come by in today’s top-shelf strains. This well-loved bud provides several potential benefits for medical patients, while recreational smokers seek out the strain to unwind and relax after a long, stressful day.

Strain Parents: Afghani and Thai Indica
Strain Dominant: 95% Indica: 5% Sativa
CBD Content: Unknown
THC Content: 16% to 21%
Flowering Time: 8 to 9 weeks
Growing Difficulty: Easy

10. White Rhino

An Indica dominant hybrid strain, White Rhino is the result of crossing classic White Widow and North American Indica strains. This well-known offspring has a stunning appearance and a relaxing high, perfect for a quick mood boost before drifting into a deep, peaceful slumber. The high sets in almost immediately after exhaling, filling your mind with a happy feeling. This soothing effect eliminates negative emotions or thoughts, replacing them with pure joy and tranquility. Soon, this sense of calm will spread throughout your entire body, leaving you completely relaxed from head to toe and immobile, with an average THC level of 18 to 22% and its effects.

Strain Parents: White Widow and North American Indica
Strain Dominant: 80% Indica: 20% Sativa
CBD Content: 0.1%
THC Content: 18% to 22%
Flowering Time: 8 to 9 weeks
Growing Difficulty: Easy