Kansas City Sour Haze 12 by Smiling Tiger
Sour Diesel × Haze
Kansas City Sour Haze #12 is a mostly sativa cultivar developed by Smiling Tiger, selected for its robust structure and potent aroma. This strain offers a bright, sour profile with classic Haze incense notes, appealing to those seeking a high-energy experience rooted in late 90s sativa culture.
Appearance
This cultivar typically develops medium-sized, spear-shaped colas with well-developed calyxes and a good calyx-to-leaf ratio. The buds are often a vibrant lime to forest green, adorned with copper or rust-colored pistils that deepen with maturity. Abundant trichomes create a frosty appearance, indicating significant resin production. Buds often have a feathery silhouette and dry with minimal excess leaf material.
Aroma & Flavor
Aromatically, Kansas City Sour Haze #12 presents an assertive and complex bouquet. It leads with sharp sour citrus notes, reminiscent of lime zest and grapefruit, quickly followed by a distinct diesel undertone. As the aroma develops, hints of incense and woodsy spice emerge, reflecting its Haze ancestry and adding depth beyond purely fuel-driven scents.
Effects
Users frequently associate this strain with a high-energy profile, promoting daytime clarity and creative flow. Its sativa-dominant nature often translates to effects that encourage motivation and focus, making it suitable for various activities.
Terpenes & Cannabinoids
Kansas City Sour Haze #12 is characterized by a terpene profile that emphasizes citrus and fuel notes. Key terpenes often include limonene, caryophyllene, pinene, terpinolene, and ocimene. The THC content typically ranges from 15-25%, with CBD levels below 1%.
Growing
As a mostly sativa, this strain generally exhibits a taller stature and a longer flowering period compared to indicas, though it is bred for more manageable structure than traditional Hazes. It is noted for its resilience and potential to perform well in various environments, including indoor and greenhouse settings. Flowering time is typically between 9-11 weeks.
Origins & Lineage
Developed by Smiling Tiger, Kansas City Sour Haze #12 is a phenotypic selection from a larger breeding project, identified by the '#12' designation. Its lineage is understood to be rooted in a Sour Haze archetype, likely a cross involving Sour Diesel and a Haze variety. The name reflects a selection process emphasizing performance and characteristics valued within a Midwestern growing context.