Sour Candy
A zesty sativa-dominant powerhouse crossing OG Kush with Sour Diesel—engineered for extreme flavor and high-energy euphoria
What is Sour Candy?
Sour Candy is a modern classic from the veteran breeders at G13 Labs. This strain is a masterclass in hybrid vigor, combining the earthy, heavy-hitting foundation of OG Kush with the legendary fuel-soaked cerebral rush of Sour Diesel. It is widely considered one of the best "all-day" satias for consumers who want potency without the heavy physical crash associated with pure indicas.
The flavor profile is exactly what the name suggests: a sharp, mouth-puckering citrus entry that transitions into a sweet, candy-like finish with a lingering diesel aftertaste. Unlike many "candy" strains that prioritize sugar over gas, Sour Candy retains the raw, funky backbone of its Sour Diesel parent. When grown from a verified clone, this strain exhibits impressive vertical stretch and a high calyx-to-leaf ratio, making it a favorite for those who value easy trimming and massive jar appeal.
Terpene Profile
The Sour Candy strain terpenes are dominated by sharp citrus and fuel. The aroma is piercing—often described as lemon-scented floor cleaner mixed with tropical fruit gummies. Because of the Sour Diesel lineage, this strain is exceptionally "loud" during the final weeks of flower and requires high-quality carbon filtration.
Growing Sour Candy
Sour Candy is a vigorous sativa-dominant plant that requires space. It inherits a significant 2.5x to 3x stretch from the Sour Diesel side, meaning growers should trigger flowering earlier than usual. The **Sour Candy strain yield** is exceptional, often reaching **500-600g/m²** indoors when provided with ample root space and high-intensity lighting.
Key Growing Tips
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TrainingResponds incredibly well to LST and SCROG to manage its height
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ClimatePrefers a warm, dry Mediterranean climate; avoid high humidity late in flower
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SupportHeavy stacking in weeks 7-9 requires trellis support to prevent snapping
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NutrientsModerately heavy feeder; likes nitrogen during the stretch but keep EC stable
Don't rush the harvest. While the buds look ready at week 8, the "Sour" terpenes and secondary cannabinoids peak between days 63 and 70.
Bag Appeal & Appearance
Sour Candy produces elongated, spear-shaped colas that are characteristic of its sativa heritage. The buds are a vibrant neon green with thin, electric orange hairs. While it doesn't have the "greasy" resin of an indica, it is coated in a "sandy" layer of large-headed trichomes that shimmer under light.
The texture is classic Sour Diesel—slightly airy but extremely resinous and sticky to the touch. When broken open, the smell is overwhelming, filling a room instantly with a mixture of tart citrus and chem-gas.
Flower Quality & Curing
While some strains are built for the wash bucket, Sour Candy is purely a flower strain. Its trichome structure is better suited for high-end boutique flower sales rather than solventless extraction. To get the most out of this cultivar, a slow cure is mandatory to preserve the volatile citrus terpenes.
Effects & Experience
The Sour Candy strain effects are energetic and cerebral. This is not a "sleepy" strain. It’s designed for creative work, socializing, or outdoor activities. The OG Kush influence provides a slight "halo" effect around the eyes, but the Sour Diesel dominance ensures you stay upright and motivated.
Best Clone Pairings
If you're looking to run Sour Candy alongside other elite cultivars, these clones offer similar growth patterns or complementary terpene profiles:
Frequently Asked Questions
Sour Candy is a cross between OG Kush and Sour Diesel. It was bred by G13 Labs to bring the citrus-candy sweetness and soaring sativa high of Sour Diesel together with the structural integrity and potency of OG Kush.
Yes, Sour Candy is considered an XL yielder. Its sativa-dominant genetics allow it to produce large, stacked colas that fill up canopy space quickly. Indoors, it can yield over 500g per square meter.
It smells like "sour" candy—think lemon drops or Sour Patch Kids—layered over a very heavy base of diesel fuel and earthy kush. It is a very pungent strain that requires odor control.
Sour Candy is generally not recommended as a "washer." Its trichome stalks are often long and the heads are better suited for flower quality rather than breaking off cleanly in ice water. It is best enjoyed as high-end cured flower.
