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Master Kush

A Hindu Kush × Afghani cross from Amsterdam's White Label Seed Company — high-THC indica with deep physical relaxation and a subtle citrus-earth aroma.

THC
20–24%
CBD
<1%
Type
Indica
VT availability
Periodically available

Master Kush was developed by White Label Seed Company (Sensi Seeds' sister brand) in Amsterdam by crossing two of the most foundational indica landraces: Hindu Kush and Afghani. The result takes the shared Kush indica character — heavy body relaxation, earthiness, hashish aroma — and sharpens it with higher THC (20–24%) and a cleaner, more refined effect than either raw landrace alone. Snoop Dogg was publicly associated with the strain in the 1990s, which contributed to its North American recognition.

The effect is strongly indica: full-body heaviness arrives within 15–20 minutes, deepens over an hour, and runs sedative in higher doses. A subtle citrus brightness sits over the earthy-woody base in the aroma — the Afghani earthiness plus a light lemony note that keeps it from smelling purely hash-forward. Vermont dispensaries occasionally carry Master Kush as a classic indica option; its moderate THC and well-documented genetics make it a reliable choice for experienced consumers seeking genuine landrace-rooted relaxation rather than a modern hybrid.

Dominant terpenes

What it smells and tastes like

MyrceneCaryophyllenePinene

Flavor and aroma notes most reported: earthy, citrus, woody.

Effects

What people report

RelaxedSleepyEuphoric

Aggregated user-reported signals from cannabis databases. Individual experience depends on dose, batch, tolerance, and consumption method — not a clinical claim.

Lineage

Where it comes from

Parents: Hindu Kush × Afghani

Notable offspring: Master OG

Also known as: High Rise, Grandmaster Kush

Buying it in Vermont

Where to find Master Kush in Vermont

Periodically available Use our directory to find a shop near you, or try the strain-match quiz to discover other Vermont options that might suit the same goals.

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Master Kush questions, answered

Quick answers from the same data on this page.

Is Master Kush indica or sativa?
Master Kush is a indica. It typically tests in the 20–24% THC range with <1% CBD.
What does Master Kush taste and smell like?
Master Kush's most-reported flavor and aroma notes are earthy, citrus, woody. The dominant terpenes are Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Pinene, which drive both the smell and a meaningful share of the perceived effects.
What effects does Master Kush produce?
Most consumers report feeling relaxed, sleepy, euphoric. Effects vary meaningfully by batch, dose, individual tolerance, and method of consumption — these descriptors are aggregated from user reports, not clinical guarantees.
Can I find Master Kush at Vermont dispensaries?
Periodically available Vermont batch THC tends to vary widely from the national average; expect 20–28% on any given drop depending on cultivator.
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