Sour Chem strain illustration

Sour Chem

aka Chemdog Sour Diesel, Chem Sour, Chemdawg Diesel, Chemdog Sour, Chemdog Diesel, Chem DieselHybrid
4(118)
Type
Hybrid
THC
18.5%–25%
CBD
—
Main terpene
Caryophyllene
Parents
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THC range is the middle half of 10 public lab tests of Sour Chem flower (2020–2022). Source: Cannlytics lab results, CC BY 4.0.

About Sour Chem

Sour Chem is a cross-bred hybrid. You may also see it sold as Chemdog Sour Diesel, Chem Sour, Chemdawg Diesel, Chemdog Sour, Chemdog Diesel, Chem Diesel. The effects people mention most are feeling creative, energetic and uplifted.

THC and potency

Across 10 public lab tests of Sour Chem flower between 2020 and 2022, the median result was 19.5% total THC, with half of all samples falling between 18.5% and 25%. That is in line with most flower on Canadian shelves. Potency varies by grower and batch, so always check the label.

Aroma, flavour and terpenes

Its reported terpene profile is led by caryophyllene, with limonene and myrcene. Caryophyllene is known for black pepper and warm spice, while limonene adds bright citrus-peel freshness. On the palate, people pick out diesel, chemical and pungent.

Reported effects

Beyond feeling creative, reviewers also mention feeling happy and euphoric. Some consumers say they reach for it when dealing with stress, anxiety and depression. The side effects mentioned most are dizziness, dry mouth and anxiety. These are personal reports, not medical advice.

Genetics

Sour Chem is also a parent of Lemon Stomper.

Sour Chem terpenes

Relative strength as reported by consumers.

  • caryophyllenePepper, spice
  • limoneneCitrus
  • myrceneEarthy, musky
  • humuleneWoody, hoppy
  • pinenePine
  • linaloolFloral, lavender

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Sour Chem FAQ

How strong is Sour Chem?
In 10 public lab tests, Sour Chem flower had a median of 19.5% total THC; most samples were between 18.5% and 25%.
Is Sour Chem an indica or a sativa?
Sour Chem is generally classed as a hybrid.
What does Sour Chem smell like?
Its main terpene is caryophyllene (pepper, spice), and people describe the flavour as diesel, chemical, pungent.