Sunset Haze is a balanced hybrid cannabis strain bred from Tangerine Haze and Rocky Mountain Blueberry, known for pink and purple buds and a fruity, citrus-forward flavor. Sources do not name a breeder. Reported THC runs from roughly 17% to 25%, with an uplifting, creative start that eases into body relaxation.
Sunset Haze Strain at a Glance
| Type | Balanced hybrid |
|---|---|
| Lineage | Tangerine Haze × Rocky Mountain Blueberry |
| Breeder / origin | Not documented in the sources checked |
| THC | 17–25% (typical lab range) |
| Dominant terpenes | Limonene, Pinene, Linalool |
| Aroma and flavor | sweet, earthy, fruity, berry, citrus, pineapple, watermelon |
| Reported effects | energetic, creative, uplifted, relaxed muscles |
| Best for | daytime creativity, stress, easing into the evening |
Where Sunset Haze Comes From
Both Leafly and AllBud list Sunset Haze as a cross of Tangerine Haze and Rocky Mountain Blueberry, and both describe the parents as sitting at opposite ends of the sativa-indica spectrum. Neither names a breeder, and we found no seed bank or grower who claims it, so the origin story is simply the cross itself.
One source describes Tangerine Haze as a clone-only sativa said to come from G13 Haze and NYC Diesel. We could not find detail on Rocky Mountain Blueberry. Treat the deeper genealogy as unconfirmed.
Sunset Haze Effects: What It Feels Like
The high is usually described as active and uplifting at first, with a creative, energetic head and a bright mood. AllBud adds that it turns calming and body-relaxing as it goes, and some reviewers on both sites mention it getting sleepy. That split matches the cross: a Haze side that pushes the head up and a Blueberry side that loosens the muscles.
Most people treat it as an afternoon strain. Leafly’s rating is 4.3 out of 5 from only 18 ratings, so take the finer details as anecdotal. Because a Haze parent can bring a racy edge, newer users should start with a small amount.
Sunset Haze Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
Expect a sweet, citrus-led flavor with berry and watermelon notes, per AllBud. Leafly’s flavor tags run pineapple, citrus and tropical. The aroma is described as sweet, earthy and hazy, though one Leafly reviewer found the smell very potent and different from the taste.
Leafly lists limonene as the dominant terpene, followed by pinene and linalool. Limonene is associated with citrus notes, which lines up with the Tangerine Haze parent. The buds are described as showing pink, purple and red hues.
- Limonene: bright citrus, also found in lemon and orange peel
- Pinene: fresh pine, also found in pine needles and rosemary
- Linalool: floral and lavender-like
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 Sunset Haze
Reported downsides are dry mouth, dry eyes and, for some people, anxiety. The sample sizes are small. As with most Haze crosses, people who run anxious with THC may want to keep the dose low.
How strong Sunset Haze feels depends on the batch, your tolerance and how you consume it. Start low, go slow, and read our guide to dosing cannabis.
Do People Use Sunset Haze for Medical Reasons?
Leafly reviewers most often mention stress (30%), with depression and inflammation each at 15%. AllBud lists depression, chronic stress, muscle spasms and chronic pain. These are user reports, not medical claims.
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 Sunset Haze
- Tangerine Haze: the Haze parent
- Lemon Haze: citrus-forward Haze
- Orange Sunset: fruity sunset-themed hybrid
- Blueberry: shares the berry side
- Sunset Sherbet: colorful, fruity hybrid
Browse more hybrid strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
Where to Buy Sunset Haze in Washington and Oregon
Dispensary menus change every week, and Sunset 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 Seattle, browse Seattle dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Cannazone and A Greener Today South Seattle. In Bend, browse Bend dispensaries and check the menus at stores like The Local Market and Substance South. You can also browse every licensed store in Washington and Oregon. Adults 21 and older can buy with a valid photo ID; see cannabis laws by state for purchase limits.
Sunset Haze FAQ
Is Sunset Haze indica or sativa?
It is a balanced hybrid. AllBud lists it as 50% indica and 50% sativa, and Leafly calls it a hybrid.
What is Sunset Haze a cross of?
Tangerine Haze and Rocky Mountain Blueberry, according to both Leafly and AllBud.
How strong is Sunset Haze?
Leafly lists about 25% THC and AllBud lists 17%, so expect somewhere from the high teens to the mid-20s.
What does Sunset Haze taste like?
Sweet citrus with berry, pineapple and watermelon notes.
Who bred Sunset Haze?
The sources we checked do not name a breeder.
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.
