Sour Haze is a sativa cannabis strain bred from Sour Diesel and an unidentified Haze, known for a sharp sour-citrus and diesel flavor and an alert, focused high. No breeder has been documented, and the parentage is widely repeated but not confirmed by a breeder release. THC usually lands around 19–26%, and its energy makes it a daytime strain.
Sour Haze Strain at a Glance
| Type | Sativa |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Sour Diesel Haze, Sour Haze OG |
| Lineage | Sour Diesel × Haze |
| Breeder / origin | Unknown |
| THC | 19–26% (typical lab range) |
| Dominant terpenes | Terpinolene, Myrcene, Limonene |
| Aroma and flavor | sour, diesel, citrus, skunky, earthy, grapefruit, lime, lemon |
| Reported effects | energetic, focused, talkative, uplifted, giggly |
| Best for | daytime use, focus, social settings |
Where Sour Haze Comes From
Sour Haze has been around long enough to build a following, but nobody has claimed it. Leafly lists it as a cross of Sour Diesel with an unknown Haze, and AllBud says the same pairing is widely believed but not confirmed, putting the missing records down to breeder secrecy. Leafly also files it under the names Sour Diesel Haze and Sour Haze OG.
Because the name describes the genetics so plainly, it gets reused. Diesel Haze from Bedford Grow is also listed by Leafly as Sour Diesel crossed with Haze, and Sour #12 Haze from Maha Kala Seeds is a different cross altogether. Leafly reviews mention branded Sour Haze flower from Shango, among others, so different jars may come from different cuts.
Sour Haze Effects: What It Feels Like
Leafly reviewers tag Sour Haze as energetic, focused and talkative, and Leafly’s description says the high keeps people focused and alert. AllBud describes an uplifting, energetic head high with moderate giggles. Reviewers on both sites call it a good daytime strain for getting things done or staying social.
The flip side of that energy is edge. Several reviewers report anxiety or a racing heart at bigger doses, and a few found it slid into couch-lock when they overdid it. Start small, especially if Haze strains tend to make you jittery.
Sour Haze Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
The name is accurate. Leafly lists citrus, diesel and grapefruit as the top flavors, and AllBud describes sweet lime up front with a sour diesel finish, comparing the smell to gas-station Sprite. AllBud’s aroma tags add pungent, skunky and earthy notes, and a few reviewers on both sites mention a floral, rose-like edge. One Leafly reviewer found it less skunky than Sour Diesel.
Leafly lists terpinolene as the dominant terpene, followed by myrcene and limonene.
- Terpinolene: fruity, piney and herbal, common in classic sativas
- Myrcene: earthy, musky and herbal, also found in mango and hops
- Limonene: bright citrus, also found in lemon and orange peel
Terpene levels vary from grower to grower and batch to batch, so check the lab label on the package. Learn more in our guide to cannabis terpenes.
Side Effects and How to Use Sour Haze
Leafly users most often report anxiety, paranoia and dry mouth. AllBud warns that too much at once can bring paranoia, dizziness and strong anxiety, and reviewers mention a racing heart. Lower doses usually avoid the worst of it.
If you are new to Sour Haze, start with one small inhalation or 2.5 mg in an edible and wait before taking more; see our dosing guide.
Do People Use Sour Haze for Medical Reasons?
Leafly readers most often say they reach for Sour Haze for stress (36 percent), anxiety (25 percent) and depression (22 percent). AllBud reviewers mention fatigue and low mood. Because it can also trigger anxiety, people sensitive to that should be cautious. These are self-reports, not clinical evidence.
These are user reports, not clinical findings. For what research actually supports, see our cannabis health and research section, and talk to your doctor before using cannabis for a health condition.
Strains Like Sour Haze
- Sour Diesel: parent; the source of its diesel funk
- Super Silver Haze: classic energetic Haze
- Super Lemon Haze: citrus-forward Haze with similar energy
- Lemon Haze: bright, sour citrus sativa
- Sour Tangie: Sour Diesel family, sour citrus flavor
Browse more sativa strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
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Where to Buy Sour Haze
Dispensary menus change every week, and Sour Haze may be sold under its own name, as a cross or as a pre-roll or vape. The fastest way to find it is to check store menus online before you go. In Ann Arbor, browse Ann Arbor dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Cloud Cannabis Company and Winewood Organics. In Medford, browse Medford dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Cloud 9 Wellness and Substance Crater Lake Hwy. You can also browse licensed dispensaries in every state we cover. Adults 21 and older can buy with a valid photo ID; see cannabis laws by state for purchase limits.
Sour Haze FAQ
Is Sour Haze indica or sativa?
Sour Haze is a sativa. Leafly classifies it as sativa and AllBud calls it pure sativa.
What is Sour Haze a cross of?
It is generally listed as Sour Diesel crossed with an unknown Haze, though no breeder has confirmed it.
Who bred Sour Haze?
The breeder is unknown. AllBud attributes the gap to breeder secrecy.
How strong is Sour Haze?
AllBud lists 19–26% THC and Leafly lists about 24%, so it is moderately strong to strong.
Is Sour Haze good for anxiety?
Results vary. Some readers use it for stress, but anxiety and paranoia are also its most reported side effects, so start with a small dose.
For adults 21+ in legal states. Strain information reflects breeder descriptions, lab data and user reports; effects vary by person and batch. Not medical advice.