Sour Turbo
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Terpenes
Sour Turbo effects are mostly energizing.
Sour Turbo
Top flavors
Terpenes
Sour Turbo effects are mostly energizing.
Sour Turbo is a modern hybrid-sativa strain developed from the Sour Diesel IBL. This cultivar is the result of a targeted breeding program designed to isolate and amplify specific traits from its diesel lineage. Growers can anticipate a moderate cultivation difficulty, with plants reaching a high yield over a standardized 66-day flowering period. Its versatility allows for successful cultivation in both indoor and outdoor environments. In the broader landscape of cannabis genetics, the strain is notably credited with producing the offspring Triple Deez, reinforcing its influence on subsequent hybridization efforts.
The terpene profile of Sour Turbo is defined by a primary dominance of terpinolene, supported by a complex secondary and tertiary foundation of myrcene, caryophyllene, and humulene. The remaining composition includes a precise spectrum of bisabolol, limonene, beta-pinene, nerolidol, pinene, linalool, caryophyllene-oxide, camphene, p-cymene, and ocimene. This diverse chemical arrangement creates a distinct sensory experience characterized by the interplay of these specific aromatic compounds.
As a THC-dominant variety, Sour Turbo is recognized for delivering effects that are distinctly creative, uplifted, and euphoric. These physiological outcomes make the strain particularly well-suited for use cases that require sustained focus, social engagement, or the stimulation of artistic productivity. Its genetic contribution to the industry continues to be noted through its legacy as the parent to Triple Deez.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| terpinolene | ~60% | herbal | creative · social |
| 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.
~60%
herbal
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PMC11060501: antinociception via NO/PGE2/TNF-α inhibition; associated with cerebral sativa profiles; least clinically characterised of major terpenes.
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.
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 Sour Turbo.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Grandparents
Siblings
Share parent sour diesel ibl
Offspring — 1 strains bred from Sour Turbo
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sour Turbo indica or sativa?
Sour Turbo is modeled here as a sativa-dominant (primarily sativa with indica grounding).
What terpene is dominant in Sour Turbo?
Terpinolene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Sour Turbo good for daytime use?
Sour Turbo 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.