OG ZEST
17.8%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
OG ZEST effects are mostly energizing.
OG ZEST potency is average.
OG ZEST
17.8%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
OG ZEST effects are mostly energizing.
OG ZEST potency is average.
OG Zest is a modern hybrid whose precise genetic history remains undocumented. While the strain is listed as a cross of Lemon Lime Orange Apricot, there is no verified breeder description or public documentation detailing its development, and its origins remain unclear. Given this lack of provenance, no claims regarding its creator or specific release date can be supported. Cultivators who work with this strain find that it is of moderate difficulty to grow, flourishing in both indoor and outdoor environments with a flowering cycle of 60 days and a capacity for high yields.
The sensory profile of OG Zest is dominated by limonene, followed by myrcene, caryophyllene, linalool, beta-pinene, pinene, humulene, bisabolol, camphene, ocimene, terpinene, and terpolene. Because the cannabinoid percentage is an estimated 17.8% THC with 0% CBD, the experience tends to reflect a balanced hybrid potency. Growers and users often report that the aroma and flavor complexity likely stems from this wide terpene spectrum, which leans heavily into citrus-forward notes defined by the primary presence of limonene.
In terms of effects, this strain consistently produces sensations of being relaxed, happy, and uplifted. Users often select OG Zest for its efficacy in addressing stress and pain, and it is frequently utilized to aid in sleep. As a modern hybrid, it possesses a specific chemical profile that supports these therapeutic outcomes without the presence of recordable offspring to date.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| limonene | ~60% | citrus | social · creative |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| 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: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
~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 OG ZEST.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Siblings
Share parent lemon lime orange apricot
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is OG ZEST indica or sativa?
OG ZEST is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in OG ZEST?
Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is OG ZEST good for daytime use?
OG ZEST 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.