Acapulco Gold

Acapulco Gold Strain Information

Also known as Mexican Sativa, the Acapulco Gold strain is easily one of the most sought-after weeds. Did you know? High Times Magazine picked this cannabis as one of the 25 Greatest Strains of all time in 2014. This Sativa dominant strain originated in Mexico, from Acapulco, during the ‘60s; hence, it’s named after the famous city.

As popular as it was decades ago, this strain is still very much in trend for its potency and unique color. Consuming or vaping this luxurious cannabis will take you on an energizing and euphoric high. And due to these effects, Acapulco Gold is commonly used as a morning doobie to help you get pumped for the day!

Though the exact genetics of this mouth-watering sativa remains a mystery, Acapulco Gold has given birth to other popular hybrids, such as Skunk No.1 and Apple Pie. Besides, this landrace strain has been featured in several films and music, best known for its appearance in the popular 1978’s movie, Up in Smoke. It started with the iconic comedy duo, Cheech & Chong. Moreover, this strain was even linked to celebrities like Mick Jagger, Carol Wayne, and Led Zeppelin.

Aroma

Truly, no other cannabis hits your senses as Acapulco Gold does! Not just your taste buds, but this marijuana is a treat to your sense of smell – thanks to its warm and sweet aroma. It smells like caramelized toffee, with subtle citrus and pine notes.

Flavor

Acapulco Gold has a warm gourmand coffee-like taste, almost like your morning cup of coffee! Of course, the taste of your cannabis will highly depend on where it is sourced from. But generally, this strain is known for its exquisite flavor with spiced hints of nutmeg.

Appearance

Acapulco Gold is a stunner with vibrant orange hairs intertwined with green and brown buds. The “gold” in its name comes from its distinct golden pistils.

Acapulco Gold Strain Effects

Often dubbed as a “connoisseur pot,” the Acapulco Gold strain is any pothead’s dream. Whether you’re a recreational or medicinal cannabis user, you can benefit from this potent strain. It is best known for its cerebral effects, inducing feelings of euphoria, happiness, and high energy. As such, it’s also a hit among people suffering from depression and anxiety.

Thanks to its Sativa properties, this strain is also used as an effective pain reliever. So, if you often suffer from nausea, muscle spasms, body ache, or inflammatory pain, you can find an escape with every puff.

THC

18-23%