- Strawberry Cough is a hybrid Sativa-dominant Hybrid strain originating from USA (Connecticut / Massachusetts), dating back to 1999.
- Lab tests place its THC content at approximately 18-23%.
- Its lineage runs through Strawberry Fields x Haze (exact Haze lineage debated), making it a key reference point for breeders.
- 4 documented strains descend from Strawberry Cough, including modern market favourites.
- Dominant terpenes: Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene — driving its signature aroma and effects.
About Strawberry Cough
Strawberry Cough was bred by a New England breeder known as 'Kyle K', who crossed Strawberry Fields with Haze genetics (or a Haze hybrid — the exact lineage is debated). The strain is named for two things: its distinct sweet strawberry aroma and flavor, and the fact that it produces such an expansive, lung-filling vapor that it inevitably makes users cough. The buds are classic sativa structure: light, fluffy, and elongated with orange hairs and a moderate trichome coat. The effects are pure sativa: energetic, uplifting, creative, and social — a perfect daytime strain. Strawberry Cough has been continuously cloned and grown for over 25 years, a testament to its enduring appeal.
Flavor Profile
The Story & Lineage Origin
Kyle K created Strawberry Cough in his New England grow room in the late 1990s and shared the clone with the cannabis community. The strain's name comes from the intense coughing fit it produces — legendary in cannabis circles.
The story goes that someone coughed so hard from smoking it that they couldn't catch their breath, and the name stuck. Strawberry Cough became a staple of the East Coast medical cannabis scene and was widely distributed through clone networks.
Its strawberry terpene profile was groundbreaking at a time when most strains were earthy or skunky. The strain has been preserved for over 25 years and remains popular.
This strain is a staple of Amsterdam coffee shop menus. Check current availability and prices on DAM Live →
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Strawberry Cough 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 Strawberry Cough
- Bedford Factory (Outer Space) — Premium selection with quality-tested Strawberry Cough
- Barney's Gourmet Flowers — High-end Strawberry Cough with detailed lab reports
- Grey Area — Curated Strawberry Cough selection, limited stock
- LOF Amsterdam — Wide Strawberry Cough variety with delivery options
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Genetic Background
Strawberry Fields (unknown strawberry-flavored hybrid) x Haze (sativa hybrid)
Phenotypes & Cultivars
Strawberry Cough is available in the following phenotypes and cultivars:
Terpene Profile
Strawberry Cough is dominated by Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene. These compounds shape the strain's aroma, flavor, and reported effects.
Genetic Families
Strawberry Cough is part of the following genetic families:
Known Offspring
Strains that descend from Strawberry Cough:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the THC percentage of Strawberry Cough?
Strawberry Cough typically tests at 18-23% THC content in lab results, though actual potency varies by phenotype, growing conditions, and harvest. As a sativa-leaning strain, the THC delivers an uplifting cerebral experience.
Is Strawberry Cough a sativa or indica?
Strawberry Cough is a sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain (Sativa-dominant Hybrid). Bred from Strawberry Fields x Haze (exact Haze lineage debated), its effects lean toward an uplifting, cerebral sativa experience. Users report: Energetic, uplifting, creative, social, euphoric, clear-headed.
Strawberry Cough strain review — what to expect
Strawberry Cough is known for Energetic, uplifting, creative, social, euphoric, clear-headed. A legendary East Coast sativa known for its sweet strawberry flavor and the story behind its name — it makes you cough so hard your eyes water. A beloved sativa icon that has remained in cultivation for over 25 years. The aroma profile features sweet strawberry, tropical fruit, earth, floral, herbal. Dominant terpenes: Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene.
What are the phenotypes of Strawberry Cough?
Strawberry Cough expresses several phenotypes and cuts, including Strawberry Cough, SC, Strawberry. The dominant phenotypes often show subtle differences in structure, flowering time, color expression, and terpene balance while sharing the same core genetics.
What is Strawberry Cough crossed from?
Strawberry Cough was bred from Strawberry Fields x Haze (exact Haze lineage debated). Detailed ancestry: Strawberry Fields (unknown strawberry-flavored hybrid) x Haze (sativa hybrid). This cross produces the strain's characteristic effects, terpene profile, and growth pattern.
Is Strawberry Cough available in Amsterdam coffee shops?
Yes — Strawberry Cough is found on Amsterdam coffeeshop menus. Live Amsterdam pricing and shop availability is updated daily on DAM Live.
What terpenes are in Strawberry Cough?
Strawberry Cough is dominated by Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene. These aromatic compounds shape the strain's signature flavor, aroma, and contribute to its reported effects through the entourage effect.
How much does Strawberry Cough yield and how long does it flower?
Strawberry Cough has a flowering time of 9-11 weeks and produces moderate yields. Plants reach medium to tall height, making it better suited for larger grow spaces with vertical room.
What is Strawberry Cough and where does it come from?
Strawberry Cough is a sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain that originates from USA (Connecticut / Massachusetts). It belongs to the late-1990s era of cannabis genetics. A legendary East Coast sativa known for its sweet strawberry flavor and the story behind its name — it makes you cough so hard your eyes water. A beloved sativa icon that has remained in cultivation for over 25 years.
What is the genetic background of Strawberry Cough?
Strawberry Cough has the following ancestry: Strawberry Fields (unknown strawberry-flavored hybrid) x Haze (sativa hybrid).
Is Strawberry Cough indica or sativa?
Strawberry Cough is a sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain. Learn how in indica vs sativa classification differs in our strain guide.
What does Strawberry Cough smell and taste like?
Strawberry Cough has a Sweet strawberry, tropical fruit, earth, floral, herbal aroma, with flavors described as Strawberry, sweet, tropical, earthy, floral. Its dominant terpenes are Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene.
Medical Applications
Strawberry Cough is commonly associated with: