Get to Know Your Favorite Strain | Super Lemon Haze

Looking for a stimulating cultivar with candy-like citrus and award-winning genetics? Discover the compounds behind the sweet, zesty aroma of the Super Lemon Haze strain!

It’s a go-to for haze lovers, it’s got that big citrus kick consumers love, and it’s exactly what you need for an afternoon pick-me-up.

It’s Super Lemon Haze!

When we call this an award-winning strain, we’re not kidding. Super Lemon Haze took home first place at the High Times Cannabis Cup in both 2008 and 2009, and in 2018 they gave it the 13th spot in their list of 25 Greatest Strains of All Time.¹ 

The original breeders at Green House Seeds crossed their award-winning Super Silver Haze with Lemon Skunk.² The combination of such heady strains is what created the overwhelmingly citrus aroma and stimulating effects we know and love in Super Lemon Haze.

Ready to get seriously hazy? 

Read on and discover the compounds responsible for Super Lemon Haze’s energizing effects and wildly zesty aroma!

Super Lemon Haze | Terpene Profile

Super Lemon Haze is one of those strains you can identify with just one or two sniffs. Its zesty citrus aroma is sweet and almost candy-like with invigorating pine and uplifting notes of spice. A subtle earthy, herbal quality rounds it out creating an aromatic experience that’s big and pungent without being overwhelming.

None of this would be possible, however, without its unique combination of aromatic compounds like terpenes. You might assume it would be positively dripping with d-Limonene, which is a notoriously citrus-scented terpene. While it does contain SOME d-limonene, its dominant terpenes are actually ß-Caryophyllene, Terpinolene, and ß-Phellandrene. 

The terpene beta-Caryophyllene is where Super Lemon Haze gets its spicier, earthy aromas from. This isn’t surprising considering you can find beta-caryophyllene in black pepper, cloves, black caraway, basil, oregano, cinnamon, and more. 

Terpinolene adds an herbal layer to the overall Super Lemon Haze experience. Found in tea tree, lilac, cumin, nutmeg, and even apples, this terpene has a complex aroma that’s both woody and citrusy. 

Lastly, beta-Phellandrene can be found in the essential oils of plants like angelica, eucalyptus, lavender, peppermint, conifer trees, and some citrus fruits. Its unique scent, a surprising mix of pepper, mint, and citrus, helps explain why it’s found in such a wide variety of plants. This isolate is also VERY tricky to identify without sophisticated lab equipment. 

Many labs can identify alpha-Pellandrene, but few are capable of detecting and quantifying beta-Phellandrene. To do so, GCxGC (two-dimensional gas chromatography) must be combined with time-of-flight mass spectrometry, which is how we discovered this terpene isolate also plays an important part of the Jack Herer profile!

Want to learn more about the discovery of cannabis flavorants? Get all the details in The Science of Exotic Part 1: The Dawn of Flavorants.

Also worth noting are cannabis flavorants like Tropicannasulfur Compounds (TCSCs). They’re not considered terpenes, but they play a MAJOR role in tropical, citrusy aromas even when present in parts per billion (or trillion!).

We don’t yet know if TCSCs play a significant role in Super Lemon Haze, but we’re never done analyzing because we have more questions! Do TCSCs like 3-mercaptohexyl butyrate help create those iconic notes of citrus in Super Lemon Haze? We can’t wait to find out!

Basically, we’re always looking for more data so we can recreate the most authentic profiles of your favorite cultivars. Speaking of data…

Super Lemon Haze | Terplytics

Our proprietary Terplytics system is the next generation of cannabis analytics. It allows us to deliver the most advanced botanical testing for exploratory research, sensory quantification, strain validation, product development, and consumer insights. It’s also how we developed the Loud Factor and the Haze Factor.

TERPLYTICS

HAZE FACTOR: 97%

LOUD FACTOR: 79%

The Loud Factor quantifies the pungency or “loudness” of a strain. Unlike Total Aromatics by Weight, the Loud Factor assigns scores to individual compounds based on their pungency. This is important for aromatic compounds like flavorants that are incredibly pungent even in miniscule amounts.

The Haze Factor is indicative of typical energizing sativa-like effects with piney, woody, citrus flavors. Additionally, the terpene content in these profiles tends to be higher than average, and you’ll often see haze profiles dominant in the terpene isolate terpinolene. Sound familiar?

It’s worth noting that Terplytics numbers don’t denote quality. For example, a cultivar with a 100% Haze Factor isn’t objectively better than one with a 0% Haze Factor. It just means one is very hazy and the other isn’t hazy at all. 

In the past, consumers shopped for products based purely on THC levels, but this didn’t always help them find the products they wanted/needed. On the other hand, Terplytics are immensely helpful for consumers shopping for specific aromas and experiences. 

When it comes to helping consumers find the right products, make sure YOUR products display Terplytics!

Super Lemon Haze | Terpene Profile Effects

Psychoactive cannabinoids like THC are what get you high, but aromatic compounds are what promote sensorial effects. That’s why two cultivars with the same cannabinoid levels can promote wildly different experiences 

Psst! That’s also why THC levels should NOT be used to indicate quality!

One may inspire you to hit the gym and work on those muscle gains, another might transform that afternoon nap into a well-deserved 12-hour deep sleep. So, if you like how Super Lemon Haze makes you feel, know it’s driven by a combination of cannabinoids and aromatic compounds.

Super Lemon Haze is considered a sativa, but it’s worth mentioning that terms like indica and sativa don’t actually denote effects. Today, they more accurately refer to plant biology! Admittedly, this cultivar does have the stereotypical energizing effects that are often associated with sativas.

Fans of this strain describe it as motivational and creative. These cerebral qualities are perfectly balanced by a relaxing body buzz that makes this strain perfect for daily errands, creative downtime, or maybe even an intense gym session.

Abstrax Tech | True-to-Type Super Lemon Haze Terpene Profile

Our Native Series is a collection of Advanced Terpene Profiles that taste and smell exactly like the original cannabis material. The best part? They’re botanically sourced, they’re not limited by supply, and you can actually afford them.

Want to put your own spin on Super Lemon Haze?

Combine Super Lemon Haze with other profiles and blends for something your customers won’t find anywhere else. Create novel high-intensity aromatics by mixing it with a Cloudburst blend, or add complex earthy bass notes with the hemp-derived profiles from our Terplandia Series. 

Contact us today, and start infusing your products with the unique aroma, flavors, and effects of Super Lemon Haze!

1. Escondido, N. (2018, February 21). 25 Greatest Strains of All Time. High Times. https://hightimes.com/grow/25-greatest-strains-of-all-time/

2. Green House Seed Co.. Green House Seed Company - Buy Cannabis Seeds Online. (n.d.). https://shop.greenhouseseeds.nl/feminised-cannabis-seeds/super-lemon-haze-auto/

Shop Super Lemon Haze Terpenes!

SHOP Super Lemon Haze

Super Lemon Haze has a zesty lemon aroma that’s candy-like without overpowering the senses. The subtlest hint of pine sets off the flavor and makes it a heady solution for daytime errands, hikes, or afternoon lulls.

SHOP beta-Caryophyllene

A prominent terpene produced in trichomes, beta-Caryophyllene is also found in large quantities in traditional medicinal plants like black pepper, black caraway, cloves, basil, oregano, cinnamon, and many others. This is a uniquely spicy terpene. beta-Caryophyllene is a core ingredient of many contemporary spices, fragrances, soaps, and lotions. 

 

SHOP Terpinolene

This abundant terpene occurs in the tea tree, lilac, cumin, nutmeg, and apples. Terpinolene has woody overtones with a hint of citric sweetness. Usually the most prominent terpene in Hazes.

SHOP beta-Phellandrene

beta-Phellandrene is a cyclic monoterpene found in the essential oils of angelica, eucalyptus, lavender, peppermint, and some conifer trees. Its aroma is peppery with notes of wood and citrus and it’s commonly used as an ingredient in insect repellents, fragrances, and cleaning products.