About Bubba Kush
Bubba Kush was discovered as a phenotype of OG Kush, selected for its unique coffee, chocolate, and earth aroma profile and deeply calming effects. The 'Pre-98' cut (the original clone circulated before 1998) is considered the gold standard. Bubba Kush produces dense, olive-green buds that darken to purple in cooler temperatures. Its effects are powerfully sedative — a full-body relaxation that eases into sleep without the anxious edge some sativas produce. Bubba became the foundation for countless crosses and remains a benchmark for indica quality.
Flavor Profile
History
Bubba Kush originated from an OG Kush seed that displayed a unique coffee-chocolate terpene profile unlike any other OG phenotype. The original clone was preserved in California and became one of the most widely circulated cuts in the West Coast clone network. 'Pre-98' refers to the cut circulated before 1998, considered more potent and flavorful than later versions.
Notable breeders: Unknown (selected from OG Kush stock)
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OG Kush (Chemdawg x Hindu Kush x Lemon Thai) — selected phenotype
Phenotypes & Cultivars
Bubba Kush is available in the following phenotypes and cultivars:
Terpene Profile
Bubba Kush is dominated by Caryophyllene, Limonene, Myrcene. These compounds shape the strain's aroma, flavor, and reported effects.
Genetic Families
Bubba Kush is part of the following genetic families:
Known Offspring
Strains that descend from Bubba Kush:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bubba Kush indica or sativa?
Bubba Kush is an indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain.
What are the genetics of Bubba Kush?
Bubba Kush has a genetic lineage of OG Kush phenotype (selected clone). OG Kush (Chemdawg x Hindu Kush x Lemon Thai) — selected phenotype
What is the lineage of Bubba Kush?
Bubba Kush descends from OG Kush phenotype (selected clone). OG Kush (Chemdawg x Hindu Kush x Lemon Thai) — selected phenotype It belongs to the Kush Family genetic family.
What is the THC content of Bubba Kush?
Bubba Kush typically tests at 18-24% THC with Low to moderate CBD.
What does Bubba Kush smell and taste like?
Bubba Kush has a Coffee, chocolate, earth, pine, fuel, spice aroma profile, with flavors described as Coffee, chocolate, earth, wood, spice.
What are the effects of Bubba Kush?
Users report Deeply relaxing, sedative, sleepy, happy, stress-relieving. As an indica-dominant strain, it is known for relaxing body effects.
What are the phenotypes of Bubba Kush?
Bubba Kush is known in several phenotypes and cultivars, including Pre-98 Bubba Kush, Bubba Kush, Bubba OG. Each phenotype expresses the same genetics slightly differently — varying in aroma, bud color, growth habit, and effects.
What is the history of Bubba Kush?
Bubba Kush originated from an OG Kush seed that displayed a unique coffee-chocolate terpene profile unlike any other OG phenotype. The original clone was preserved in California and became one of the most widely circulated cuts in the West Coast clone network. 'Pre-98' refers to the cut circulated before 1998, considered more potent and flavorful than later versions.
How long does Bubba Kush take to flower?
Bubba Kush has a flowering time of approximately 8-9 weeks. Plants grow to a short to medium height.
What is the yield of Bubba Kush?
Bubba Kush produces a Moderate yield. Flowering takes approximately 8-9 weeks.
Further Reading
Learn more about Bubba Kush's genetic family and history:
Medical Applications
Bubba Kush is commonly associated with: