Tangie is a sativa-dominant cannabis strain bred from California Orange and Skunk, known for a vivid tangerine aroma and a cheerful, energetic high. Breeding is credited to Crockett Family Farms in California, and DNA Genetics helped make it famous. Typical THC runs around 18% to 24%, with little CBD.
Tangie Strain at a Glance
| Type | Sativa-dominant hybrid |
|---|---|
| Lineage | California Orange × Skunk |
| Breeder / origin | Crockett Family Farms (California); also carried by DNA Genetics |
| THC | 18–24% (typical lab range) |
| CBD | Under 1% |
| Dominant terpenes | Terpinolene, Myrcene, Limonene |
| Aroma and flavor | tangerine, orange zest, sweet citrus, orange, tangerine candy, light skunk |
| Reported effects | uplifted, happy, energetic, creative |
| Best for | daytime use, creative projects, social settings, low-energy days |
| Flowering time | 8–10 weeks |
Where Tangie Comes From
Tangie was an attempt to bring back the orange-peel aroma of an old California legend, Tangerine Dream. Breeding is credited to Crockett Family Farms in California, whose description of the cross is California Orange and a Skunk. DNA Genetics, the Amsterdam and Los Angeles breeding house, has long sold the strain and helped carry it around the world, and DNA’s own account says it was held back for years before release.
Community family trees on SeedFinder trace the Skunk side back to Skunk #1 and then to Afghani, Colombian and Mexican ancestry, but those links are hobbyist records and mostly unverified. You will sometimes see Neville’s Haze named in Tangie stories. It does not appear in the Tangie pedigree itself; it shows up in other Tangie-based crosses.
Tangie became a go-to parent. Sour Tangie, Ghost Train Tangie and many other modern crosses borrow its citrus, and it is a staple on West Coast menus and in Washington and Oregon shops that carry a sativa-leaning citrus option.
Tangie Effects: What It Feels Like
Tangie is known for a fast, bright onset. Within minutes most people feel a lift in mood, a clear head and a chatty, curious energy. There is some creative spark too, which is why it is a favorite for music, art, cooking and walks.
The body stays light and the high usually runs two to three hours before fading gently. High doses can tip into jitters or scattered thinking, particularly for people who are sensitive to Haze-type energy. A smaller amount keeps it cheerful and clear, and it is rarely the pick for bedtime.
Tangie Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
The aroma is tangerine and fresh orange peel, with a sweet candy edge and a faint skunky, earthy base. Cracking open a bud brings out even more zest.
On the inhale Tangie tastes like orange soda or tangerine candy, and the exhale is a touch more herbal and peppery. Lab reports often show terpinolene, myrcene and limonene leading, though the order shifts between cuts. Many growers believe limonene and a handful of trace compounds give the strain its citrus snap.
- 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 Tangie
Expect the usual dry mouth and dry eyes. Because Tangie is stimulating, a large dose can bring racing thoughts, mild anxiety or a fast heartbeat. Start low, keep water nearby and avoid it late in the evening if you are sensitive to sativas.
If you are new to Tangie, start with one small inhalation or 2.5 mg in an edible and wait before taking more; see our dosing guide.
Do People Use Tangie for Medical Reasons?
People commonly mention Tangie for low mood, stress and fatigue, since it lifts energy without much sedation. Others say it helps when appetite is low. It is not a pick for those who find stimulating strains uncomfortable.
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.
Growing Tangie
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Flowering: 8–10 weeks
- Yield: Medium
- Height: Medium to tall
- Environment: Indoor or warm outdoor
Tangie is considered a reasonably cooperative plant that likes a warm, steady environment. It stretches during early flower, so topping and training help. Buds are fairly dense, so airflow matters. Flowering typically lands in the 8 to 10 week range indoors; outdoors in Washington and Oregon, expect an October finish and watch for mold during wet autumns. Cuts vary a lot, so ask your clone source which Tangie they are running.
Home-grow rules depend on the state: adults can grow at home in states such as California (six plants per residence), Michigan (12 per residence) and Oregon (four per household), while Washington and Illinois allow home growing only for registered medical patients. Check your state in our cannabis laws by state guide before you plant anything.
Strains Like Tangie
- Sour Tangie: a tangier, diesel-leaning descendant
- Super Lemon Haze: a similar bright citrus sativa
- Jack Herer: a clear-headed, energetic classic
- Green Crack: a quick, fruity daytime strain
- Blue Dream: a gentler sativa-leaning hybrid
- Mimosa: another orange-leaning daytime hybrid
Browse more sativa strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
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Where to Buy Tangie
Dispensary menus change every week, and Tangie 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 Spokane, browse Spokane dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Cinder Downtown Spokane and Lidz Cannabis North Spokane. In Eugene, browse Eugene dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Oregon Cannabis Mart Goshen and Flowr of Lyfe. 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.
Tangie FAQ
Is Tangie indica or sativa?
Tangie is a sativa-dominant hybrid. Most users describe the high as uplifting and energetic.
What does Tangie taste like?
Tangerine and orange, like citrus candy, with a light skunky, herbal finish.
Who bred Tangie?
Breeding is credited to Crockett Family Farms in California, and DNA Genetics is closely tied to the strain.
What is Tangie a cross of?
It is generally described as California Orange crossed with Skunk.
How strong is Tangie?
Most tested batches run roughly 18% to 24% THC, a moderate to strong level.
Is Tangie good for beginners?
It can be, in small doses. It is energetic rather than sedating, so new users who are prone to anxiety should go slowly.
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.