5 Legendary Cannabis Strains That You Must Try

MJ Arsenal
3 min readMar 26, 2018

Everyone knows that cannabis strains are not created equal. Location, genetics, and growing conditions are all important factors, but beyond those fundamental components, some strains seem to have developed a uniqueness that gave them a legendary status. And it’s not all flavor! Some strains carry with them other significant attributes such as history, cultural significance, and aesthetics.

These are 5 legendary strains that changed the cannabis landscape, and are loved by millions of people around the world.

OG Kush

OG Kush AKA the ‘Queen of Cal’ is one of the most popular strains ever to grace the pages cannabis magazines worldwide, and is hands down the flower of choice on the West Coast of the United States.

Not only is OG Kush one of the strongest strains on Earth, but it is also one of the most varied, exhibiting more phenotypes than almost any other strain ever produced before its inception.

White Widow

A product of the 80’s underground coffeeshop scene in Amsterdam, the white widow is an absolute classic hybrid. Reportedly made by crossing a Brazilian sativa with an unknown indica from South India, the White Widow gained its legendary status mostly because of its appearance.You guessed it, thickly coated with trichomes, making it look as white as snow.

Cannatonic

Cannatonic hit the spotlight back in 2011 due to its unprecedented high concentration of CBD (19.1%). This was a true accomplishment which facilitated the adoption of CBD-focused strains for medical patients. For her contribution to the world of medical cannabis, Cannatonic will forever have a spot in our list.

Sour Diesel

Simply put, Sour Diesel is for the East Coast what OG Kush is for the West Coast.
Its flavor profile alone makes it one of the most sought-after strains across the world. When grown under the right conditions, Sour Diesel is one of the tastiest buds you can ever put your hands on.

Jack Herer

Created by Sensi Seeds in memory of the late Jack Herer (a cannabis activist known for his love for cannabis and belief in its industrial applications), this strain is the meat and potatoes of marijuana strains. Extremely versatile and known for providing a balanced, happy and creative high.

Have you smoked any of these legendary strains? Let us know below!

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