By: Hetty Clarke
Original Glue Cannabis, Gorilla Glue or #GG4 is a hybrid strain of cannabis known to spark a strong psychoactive high.
Whether you are after a blissed out indica body high or a mentally energizing sativa high, Original Glue is likely to take effect on both mind and body.
With THC levels from highest at 30%, to the average strain testing at 28.5%, it’s safe to say it’s a pretty extreme high and not for the faint hearted!
Original Glue strain of Cannabis also has a very low dose of CBD, testing around 0.1%.
| Effects | Flavors | Common Use | THC% | CBD % | Type |
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28.5%
-30% |
0.1% | Hybrid of Chem Sister (sativa dominant)
Sour Dub (mix of sativa and indica) Chocolate Diesel (mix of both sativa and indica) |
What is the Original Glue strain of cannabis?
There are over 1,000 strains of cannabis and the consumer needs to be empowered to choose the best medicinal strain for their needs.
Original Glue, or Gorilla Glue (GG#4) was first created in Nevada, but is now mainly cultivated in Colorado and California.
It has won many awards in the cannabis world for being the most potent sativa dominant hybrid.
Original Glue is a crossbreed of three individually unique strains, Chem’s Sister, Sour dub and Chocolate Diesel.
Each of these strains blend sativa and indica, however the strain overall is most sativa dominant. It is a very popular flower and it is in high demand.
Original Glue review: Flavor, smell, appearance
Smell:
OG has many trichomes that give off a noticeably pungent smell.
Many people associate the aroma as recalling skunk in its intense, earthy smell.
The pungent smell has a diesel, sour quality as well as having hints of pine and lemon at first.
Many say the smell itself can transport you to the woods and to the expansive feeling of discovery and openness.
With an indica dominant cut you may experience a lighter, sweeter aroma, whereas the sativa cut may smell more strongly of pine.
Flavor:
OG is known to have chocolate and mocha notes, but the sweeter notes are quickly drowned out by the diesel, chemical and sour notes.
Appearance:
OG is chunky and in appearance with its signature sticky buds hence its name glue.
At first glance the buds have many trichomes giving it a frosty appearance but underneath there are orange resinous hairs.
Effects:
The effects reported are euphoria, happiness, peacefulness, sleepiness and hunger.
People report feeling initially euphoric and bathed in peacefulness which then moves into a full body high.
This strain may not be the best social lubricant because of its intense sedative quality but it is dependent on your thresholds as different people may experience the strain in different ways.
As always, you should consult your physician before trying this.
Possible medical benefits:
OG is much more than a recreational high, because of the sedative nature of the strain. Positive emotions can be enhanced and it is therefore potentially therapeutic for mind and body.
OG is a potentially useful strain to help treat pain and many types of mental disorders such as OCD, anxiety and PTSD.
The high THC levels are also known to stimulate appetite, reduce nausea, help with muscle spasticity, and it is also an anti-inflammatory.
For patients not wanting to take pills, OG is also said to be possibly effective in treating chronic pain, such as rheumatoid arthritis.
Mind and body effects of Original Glue
Any cannabis strain will have its own unique effect on each and every person, just as each harvest is different.
OG is no different, but being so high in THC, and being a hybrid plant, it will likely have a narcotic, ‘glued’ effect.
For some, this strain is not overly heavy and they can smoke it in the morning and not feel too out of it, but for many others it is more suited to evening and to relax you at the end of the day.
Like a big Cab Sav wine, OG is a big hitter and generally thought not to be for anyone wanting a mildly energizing buzz as it’s effects are often felt as a full body buzz.
Review of Original Glue side effects
If you are looking to become one with your sofa, then this high may be for you but be warned, the sedative qualities are powerful and long lasting so you may find yourself glued to the sofa and unable to move for a period of time!
This may sound desirable or quite the reverse depending on what you are looking for.
Although this strain can lead initially to feelings of euphoria, once the physical high hits you, it can be all consuming so mental clarity dissipates leaving you feeling like your worries have melted away.
The positive side effects can be a euphoria, and a feeling of lightness and relaxation.
Some feel giggly and or numb, so that your worries just melt away.
Negative side effects are having a dry mouth, so plenty of water is needed. You may likely get food cravings.
If you are quite sensitive to cannabis, you may experience anxiety, paranoia and or headaches and dizziness.
To sum it up: Original Glue review
Original Glue has won many awards and continues to be very popular for the strength of the mind and body high.
It is popular with both recreational and medical users, but is not recommended for newcomers due to its high THC levels.
The Original Glue affects both mind and body causing physical and emotional reactions.
Mentally you may feel very relaxed, but for some you may experience anxiety and or paranoia.
Physically the body is relaxed and almost numb so it can be a very effective pain relief for those wanting to self-medicate for chronic pain.
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Hetty Clarke is a writer who focuses on cannabis culture and lifestyle.