Sour Alien strain illustration

Sour Alien

aka Sour Alien OGHybrid
4(132)
Type
Hybrid
THC
17.9%–21%
CBD
—
Main terpene
Terpinolene
Parents
Alien Kush × Sour Diesel

THC range is the middle half of 46 public lab tests of Sour Alien flower (2020–2023). Source: Cannlytics lab results, CC BY 4.0.

About Sour Alien

A cross of Alien Kush and Sour Diesel, Sour Alien is a cross-bred hybrid. You may also see it sold as Sour Alien OG. The effects people mention most are feeling creative, tingly and focused.

THC and potency

Across 46 public lab tests of Sour Alien flower between 2020 and 2023, the median result was 19% total THC, with half of all samples falling between 17.9% and 21%. 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 terpinolene, with limonene and myrcene. Terpinolene is known for fresh, herbal brightness with hints of pine and flowers, while limonene adds bright citrus-peel freshness. On the palate, people pick out pungent, diesel and lemon.

Reported effects

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

Genetics

Parents: Alien Kush and Sour Diesel.

Sour Alien terpenes

Relative strength as reported by consumers.

  • terpinoleneFresh, herbal
  • limoneneCitrus
  • myrceneEarthy, musky
  • pinenePine
  • caryophyllenePepper, spice
  • linaloolFloral, lavender

Sour Alien effects

creativetinglyfocusedgigglyhappyrelaxedhungryeuphorictalkativeuplifted

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Sour Alien FAQ

How strong is Sour Alien?
In 46 public lab tests, Sour Alien flower had a median of 19% total THC; most samples were between 17.9% and 21%.
Is Sour Alien an indica or a sativa?
Sour Alien is generally classed as a hybrid.
What strains make Sour Alien?
Sour Alien is a cross of Alien Kush and Sour Diesel.
What does Sour Alien smell like?
Its main terpene is terpinolene (fresh, herbal), and people describe the flavour as pungent, diesel, lemon.