The Bubba Kush strain has been at the top of many’s lists for decades. It came into extreme notoriety on a global scale after it blew up in the US for its favorable relaxing effects. Notably bulky buds give off rich dark chocolate aromas that have hints of sour lemons and overarching gas. High potential for easing muscle tension and chronic body pain has made the Bubba Kush lineage legendary.
Naturally, as the Bubba Kush strain became more popular it became subject to a few notable crosses. Whenever a strain gains popularity for a particular smell or effect, breeders will get to crossing it with anything and everything. This is the natural order of how we end up with a lot of exotic cannabis strains today. For the Bubba Kush, mind and body melting relaxation in tandem with blissful euphoria are the prevailing effects that potentially translate over in varying levels to any offspring.
Looking at the Bubba Kush strain, it’s typically showing off dense buds with pale purple hues largely overtaken by a forest-like green. Its dominant terpenes are caryophyllene, limonene, and myrcene. These amount to many of its skunky, yet chocolatey aromas and potentially euphoric melting effects. With each of the following offspring, it’s interesting how the coloration, smell, and effects differ from the OG herself.
Pre-98 Bubba Kush
The Pre-98 Bubba Kush is a phenotypic variation that gained popularity right before Y2K. It still boasts strong potential for pain relief and the notorious heavy body sensation, but at a less overwhelming level. This strain is still getting grown and sold at dispensaries on the West Coast and continues to be a favorite among the medical community. It features similar pungent coffee-like sour terps that hit the tongue pretty spicy. Potentially great for ending your day off on a calming note.
Platinum Bubba Kush
Platinum Bubba Kush is the plateau of Bubba effects. This high indica-dominant strain comes to collect. Anyone looking for some strong medicine might find this strain great for body melting relaxation. If you’re having trouble falling asleep, this could be your knock-out medicine. It has the same dominant terpene profile as its parent, but has an almost amplified effect. By crossing Platinum OG Kush with Bubba Kush, this monster of a sedative strain came into existence. Dense nugs show off more purple hues and darker green foliage. This offshoot has become a Californian favorite.
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Pink Bubba
The Pink Bubba strain is mostly an indica and is allegedly the combination of Bubba Kush and Pink Kush. The marriage of these strains creates a more floral accent on the still gassy and acrid terps. This is really the sweetest version you’re going to find, while still maintaining the euphoric and relaxing effects. Another great strain for spending your evening taking a potential mental and physical retreat.
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