Hooch
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Hooch effects are mostly calming.
Hooch
Top flavors
Terpenes
Hooch effects are mostly calming.
Hooch is a modern hybrid cannabis strain derived from a genetic lineage of Breath of Green Dragon, Tangie, and Rare Dankness #1. The history and specific origins of this cross are currently undocumented, as no official breeder history exists to provide a definitive account of its development. As a project of modern hybridization, it reflects the combination of these distinct parent strains but lacks a recorded or verified point of origin within the professional cannabis community.
This strain features a complex terpene profile dominated by myrcene, followed sequentially by terpinolene, caryophyllene, limonene, pinene, humulene, beta-pinene, linalool, bisabolol, ocimene, and caryophyllene-oxide. Because this profile is based on direct lab-verified data, its sensory experience is grounded in this specific chemical hierarchy, which projects a multifaceted aromatic and flavor profile characterized by the interplay of these earthy, citrus-forward, and spicy compounds. Hooch is a THC-dominant cultivar, and growers can expect an estimated 68-day flowering period. Its cultivation is considered of moderate difficulty, but it is versatile enough to thrive in both indoor and outdoor environments, consistently providing a high yield to the cultivator.
In terms of effects, Hooch is associated with a state of being relaxed, happy, and uplifted. Due to this specific effect profile, its primary use cases include the management of stress, pain, and sleep. While it maintains a stable presence in the modern genetic landscape, there are currently no notable offspring recorded for this strain, marking it as a distinct entry in the contemporary hybrid catalogue.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| terpinolene | ~28% | herbal | creative · social |
| caryophyllene | ~12% | spicy | relaxing · social |
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: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
~28%
herbal
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PMC11060501: antinociception via NO/PGE2/TNF-α inhibition; associated with cerebral sativa profiles; least clinically characterised of major terpenes.
~12%
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.
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 Hooch.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Parents
Siblings
Share parents breath of green dragon / tangie / rare dankness 1
Offspring — 1 strains bred from Hooch
name-inferredComposite Traits
Where to buy Hooch
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hooch indica or sativa?
Hooch is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Hooch?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Terpinolene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Hooch good for daytime use?
Hooch 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.