- Big Buddha Cheese is a hybrid Hybrid (Indica-dominant) strain originating from United Kingdom, dating back to 2004.
- Lab tests place its THC content at approximately 18-21%.
- Its lineage runs through UK Cheese x Afghani, making it a key reference point for breeders.
- 2 documented strains descend from Big Buddha Cheese, including modern market favourites.
- Dominant terpenes: Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Limonene — driving its signature aroma and effects.
About Big Buddha Cheese
Big Buddha Cheese is the definitive sativa/indica hybrid that commercialized the famous UK Cheese clone-only line. Bred by Milo Yung of Big Buddha Seeds, he crossed the legendary UK Cheese clone (a Skunk #1 phenotype) with a select pure Afghani indica. The resulting hybrid preserves the intense cheese skunk aroma of the mother while increasing bud density, resin production, and yield. The buds are rounded, light green, and release a pungent, funky aroma of sharp cheddar cheese, musty cellar, and sweet Afghan spices. Big Buddha Cheese won the High Times Cannabis Cup in 2006, delivering a balanced high: a happy, giggly cerebral buzz and a relaxing body stone.
Flavor Profile
The Story & Lineage Origin
Bred by Milo Yung in the early 2000s in the UK, Big Buddha Cheese was created to allow growers to access the legendary UK Cheese cut in seed form. Its victory at the 2006 Cannabis Cup propelled it into worldwide fame, making it one of the most famous European hybrids of all time and a permanent staple of Amsterdam coffeeshops.
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Live Amsterdam Pricing
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View Live Menus →Where to Find Big Buddha Cheese in Amsterdam
Big Buddha Cheese is a popular strain on Amsterdam's coffeeshop menus. Prices and availability change daily based on supply, quality, and seasonal harvests.
- Centrum / De Wallen — Most tourist-facing shops stock popular strains like Big Buddha Cheese
- Bedford Factory (Outer Space) — Premium selection with quality-tested Big Buddha Cheese
- Barney's Gourmet Flowers — High-end Big Buddha Cheese with detailed lab reports
- Grey Area — Curated Big Buddha Cheese selection, limited stock
- LOF Amsterdam — Wide Big Buddha Cheese variety with delivery options
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Phenotypes & Cultivars
Big Buddha Cheese is available in the following phenotypes and cultivars:
Terpene Profile
Big Buddha Cheese is dominated by Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Limonene. These compounds shape the strain's aroma, flavor, and reported effects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the THC percentage of Big Buddha Cheese?
Big Buddha Cheese typically tests at 18-21% THC content in lab results, though actual potency varies by phenotype, growing conditions, and harvest. As an indica-leaning strain, the THC produces a heavier body-driven effect.
Is Big Buddha Cheese a sativa or indica?
Big Buddha Cheese is an indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain (Hybrid (Indica-dominant)). Bred from UK Cheese x Afghani, its effects lean toward a relaxing, body-driven indica experience. Users report: Happy, giggly, euphoric, physically-relaxing, appetite-stimulating.
Big Buddha Cheese strain review — what to expect
Big Buddha Cheese is known for Happy, giggly, euphoric, physically-relaxing, appetite-stimulating. UK Cheese x Afghani. The definitive Cheese hybrid cup winner bred by Big Buddha Seeds, enhancing the classic Cheese skunk with sweet Afghan spices. The aroma profile features sharp cheddar, musty earth, sweet skunk, pungent afghan spice. Dominant terpenes: Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Limonene.
What are the phenotypes of Big Buddha Cheese?
Big Buddha Cheese expresses several phenotypes and cuts, including Big Buddha Cheese, Buddha Cheese. The dominant phenotypes often show subtle differences in structure, flowering time, color expression, and terpene balance while sharing the same core genetics.
What is Big Buddha Cheese crossed from?
Big Buddha Cheese was bred from UK Cheese x Afghani. Detailed ancestry: UK Cheese (Skunk #1 selection) x Afghani landrace (pure Indica). This cross produces the strain's characteristic effects, terpene profile, and growth pattern.
Is Big Buddha Cheese available in Amsterdam coffee shops?
Yes — Big Buddha Cheese is found on Amsterdam coffeeshop menus. Live Amsterdam pricing and shop availability is updated daily on DAM Live.
What terpenes are in Big Buddha Cheese?
Big Buddha Cheese is dominated by Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Limonene. These aromatic compounds shape the strain's signature flavor, aroma, and contribute to its reported effects through the entourage effect.
How much does Big Buddha Cheese yield and how long does it flower?
Big Buddha Cheese has a flowering time of 8-9 weeks and produces high yields. Plants reach medium height, making it a versatile size for most indoor setups.
What is Big Buddha Cheese and where does it come from?
Big Buddha Cheese is an indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain that originates from United Kingdom. It belongs to the 2000s era of cannabis genetics. UK Cheese x Afghani. The definitive Cheese hybrid cup winner bred by Big Buddha Seeds, enhancing the classic Cheese skunk with sweet Afghan spices.
What is the genetic background of Big Buddha Cheese?
Big Buddha Cheese has the following ancestry: UK Cheese (Skunk #1 selection) x Afghani landrace (pure Indica).
Is Big Buddha Cheese indica or sativa?
Big Buddha Cheese is an indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain. Learn how in indica vs sativa classification differs in our strain guide.
What does Big Buddha Cheese smell and taste like?
Big Buddha Cheese has a Sharp cheddar, musty earth, sweet skunk, pungent Afghan spice aroma, with flavors described as Cheesy, skunky, damp earth, sweet spicy herbal finish. Its dominant terpenes are Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Limonene.
Medical Applications
Big Buddha Cheese is commonly associated with: