Orange Juice
17.1%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Orange Juice has balanced effects.
Orange Juice potency is average.
Orange Juice
17.1%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Orange Juice has balanced effects.
Orange Juice potency is average.
Orange Juice is a modern hybrid-sativa strain derived from its parent, Tangie. This variety has been stabilized for indoor and outdoor cultivation, requiring moderate skill level to reach the end of its sixty-seven-day flowering cycle. Growers can expect a high yield from this robust genetic line, which has contributed to the development of several notable offspring, including Grape Juice OG, Skorange Breath, and 5 Alive.
The complex organoleptic profile of Orange Juice is defined by a deep chemical hierarchy, led by dominant notes of caryophyllene and limonene, followed by myrcene, bisabolol, and guaiol. Further nuance is provided by a wide spectrum of secondary and tertiary compounds, including linalool, humulene, valencene, beta-pinene, isopulegol, pinene, terpinolene, nerolidol, caryophyllene-oxide, gamma-terpinene, camphene, alpha-terpinene, borneol, ocimene, geraniol, sabinene, p-cymene, and eucalyptol. This broad terpene diversity produces a distinct aromatic experience that reflects its specific chemical signature.
As a THC-dominant cultivar, Orange Juice is recognized for producing effects described as creative, uplifted, and euphoric. It is commonly utilized by those seeking to enhance creative pursuits, improve focus, or engage in social settings. Its genetic influence remains a significant component of modern breeding, serving as a foundational parent for diverse progeny that maintain these characteristic functional traits.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| limonene | ~28% | citrus | social · creative |
| myrcene | ~12% | earthy | 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.
~60%
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: 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.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
creative
morningAssociated with terpinolene/limonene profiles; dopaminergic and serotonergic modulation via limonene 5-HT1A supports divergent thinking.
uplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
happy
anytimeGenetic Profile
Sativa-dominant
Primarily sativa with indica grounding. Uplifting with body relaxation.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Orange Juice.
Ancestry
Great-grandparents
Siblings
Share parent tangie
Offspring — 2 strains bred from Orange Juice
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Orange Juice indica or sativa?
Orange Juice is modeled here as a sativa-dominant (primarily sativa with indica grounding).
What terpene is dominant in Orange Juice?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Limonene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Orange Juice good for daytime use?
Orange Juice 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.