Marijuana Strain Descriptions
Golden Ticket
Cannabis Strain Summary
Terpene Profile- Primary
Limonene (0.5-1.0%): lemon peel, orange zest, effervescent citrus brightness; Terpinolene (0.3-0.9%): sweet floral-pine, candy-like confectionery notes; Total terpene concentration typically 1.5-3.0%, exceptional batches exceed 3.5%
Terpene Profile- Secondary
Beta-caryophyllene (0.2-0.6%): peppery, woody undertones; Myrcene (0.2-0.6%): earthy, musky, softening qualities; Alpha-pinene (0.1-0.3%): crisp evergreen accents; Humulene (0.05-0.2%): subtle herbal complexity; Trace linalool in some phenotypes adds lavender undertones
The Experience- Common Effects
Mental: mood elevation, mental clarity, conversational ease, enhanced sensory appreciation (color, music), subtle focus sharpening, social lubrication without anxiety; Physical: gentle muscle relaxation, tension release in shoulders/neck, grounded presence without couch-lock; Maintains coordination and responsiveness throughout experience
The Experience- Duration
Vaporized/combusted flower: 90-120 minutes peak effects, 60-90 minute gentle comedown, total 2.5-3.5 hours; Concentrates (wax, shatter, live resin): extended peak by 30-45 minutes; Effects rarely lead to sedation even at higher doses
The Experience- Onset
Onset within 5-10 minutes of inhalation with gentle warming behind eyes and forehead; Gradual build over 15-20 minutes into mood-lifting cerebral state; Progression follows sativa-to-indica arc with seamless transition; Initial cerebral stimulation plateaus as mild body relaxation emerges around 20-30 minutes
The Experience- Potential Side Effects
Dry mouth (common); Dry eyes (common); Rare: dizziness in novice users, mild paranoia at very high doses in sensitive individuals, potential headache if overconsumed
Strain Type
Hybrid
Not Recommended For
Not recommended as sleep aid or for consumers seeking deep sedation; Those sensitive to THC-induced anxiety should start with small doses; Not ideal for tasks requiring absolute precision or heavy cognitive load; Avoid if seeking heavy body stone or narcotic effects
Lineage and Origins
Archive Seed Bank cross of Golden Goat x Face Off OG BX1; Golden Goat descended from Hawaiian-Romulan x Island Sweet Skunk; Face Off OG BX1 provides OG Kush genetics; Some cultivators reference TGA Subcool Chernobyl phenotype connection; Originated in Portland breeding program circa early-to-mid 2010s
Cannabanoid Profile
THC: 18-24% (typical range), outliers reach 25-27%; CBD: <1%, often <0.5%; CBG: trace amounts 0.3-0.6% in some phenotypes; THC-dominant profile with minimal CBD; Moderate-to-high potency suitable for intermediate to experienced consumers
Comparable Strains
Golden Goat (direct parent, more sativa-dominant, lacks OG body effects); Tangie (similar limonene profile, more laser-focused sativa without relaxation); Super Lemon Haze (comparable lemon terpenes, more psychedelic Haze headspace, longer flowering); Clementine (citrus hybrid with balanced effects, sweeter orange notes, less body relaxation); Strawberry Cough (balanced clarity and ease, berry-forward profile, throat expansion)
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Cultivation Resilience
Intermediate difficulty; Root zone temps 68-72°F optimal; Air temps 72-78°F (veg), 68-75°F (flower); Humidity management critical: 65-70% RH early veg, 55-60% mid-flower, 40-45% final two weeks; Late-flower mold resistance important in phenotype selection; Responds well to beneficial microbes
Cultivation Flowering Time
63-70 days (9-10 weeks); Most phenotypes finish day 65-67; Indoor and outdoor viable
Cultivation Yield
Indoor: 400-500 grams per square meter under optimized conditions; Outdoor: 400-600 grams per plant in temperate-to-warm climates; Requires minimum 6-8 hours direct sunlight daily for outdoor cultivation; Above-average to competitive yields with attentive care
Cultivation Plant Structure
Moderate stretch during flower transition (1.2-1.8x vertical growth); Robust lateral branching responds well to training (topping, LST, SCRoG); Lanky sativa structure in Goat-leaning phenotypes; Denser formation in OG-leaning expressions
Cultivation Quality Indicators
Neon-green to lime coloration with generous trichome coverage creating frosted appearance; Immediate lemon-lime burst upon opening container; Skunky and herbal undertones on closer inspection; Slightly sticky texture without wetness, clean break-apart without crumbling; Room-filling citrus bouquet even through sealed packaging indicates exceptional quality; Proper cure preserves aromatics 60-90 days at 60-62% RH