Eastside Mac
22.8%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Eastside Mac effects are mostly energizing.
Eastside Mac potency is average.
Eastside Mac
22.8%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Eastside Mac effects are mostly energizing.
Eastside Mac potency is average.
Eastside Mac is a modern hybrid cannabis strain derived from the genetic lineage of Mac 1. Evaluated as a product of intentional breeding, this strain is well-suited for both indoor and outdoor cultivation environments. Growers can expect a moderate level of difficulty throughout the cycle, which concludes with a 63-day flowering period and a high total yield.
The chemical profile of Eastside Mac is defined by a complex arrangement of terpenes, led by limonene, caryophyllene, and linalool. This primary trio is followed by pinene, beta-pinene, humulene, bisabolol, and myrcene. The secondary and tertiary constituents include nerolidol, valencene, caryophyllene-oxide, ocimene, camphene, gamma-terpinene, borneol, eucalyptol, and terpinolene. This specific composition creates the unique aromatic and flavor profile characteristic of this THC-dominant hybrid, which tests at 22.8% THC.
Users of Eastside Mac report effects that are primarily relaxed, happy, and uplifted. These qualities make the strain a frequent choice for managing stress and pain, as well as addressing sleep concerns. Beyond its personal use applications, the strain has demonstrated its utility as a parent in further breeding efforts, with notable offspring such as Eastside Smack and E. Pink St. confirming its influence on a new generation of hybrid genetics.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| limonene | ~60% | citrus | social · creative |
| caryophyllene | ~28% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| linalool | ~12% | floral | relaxing · solo |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
~28%
spicy
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Russo 2011: only terpene that is a selective full CB2 agonist (100 nM); Gertsch et al. 2008: acts as dietary cannabinoid; unique anti-inflammatory and gastric cytoprotective properties.
Russo 2011: local anesthetic equal to procaine; anticonvulsant via glutamate/GABA modulation; reduces morphine tolerance via multisite opioid/GABAergic/cannabinoid action.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
relaxed
eveningPrimary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
happy
anytimeuplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
Genetic Profile
Balanced Hybrid
Equal indica and sativa genetics. Balanced body and mind effects.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Eastside Mac.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Siblings
Share parent mac 1
Offspring — 2 strains bred from Eastside Mac
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eastside Mac indica or sativa?
Eastside Mac is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Eastside Mac?
Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Eastside Mac good for daytime use?
Eastside Mac is versatile and works across different times of day depending on dose and individual response.
How accurate is this data?
See the "Data confidence" card in the sidebar. Terpene profiles and effects are chemistry-informed estimates — individual responses depend on phenotype, source, and personal chemistry.