Twista is a sativa-leaning cannabis strain tied to Denver’s Green Solution, thought to descend from Flying Dutchman’s Twister, known for a sweet citrus aroma and an energetic, focused high. It placed third at the 2014 Denver Cannabis Cup. No reliable THC figure is published beyond an Allbud note that it tends to exceed 19%.
Twista Strain at a Glance
| Type | Sativa-dominant hybrid |
|---|---|
| Breeder / origin | Green Solution (Denver); breeder not explicitly named |
| THC | Often cited above 19% (typical lab range) |
| CBD | Not listed |
| Aroma and flavor | sweet, citrus, earthy, pungent, lemon, lime, tropical |
| Reported effects | creative, energetic, uplifted, focused |
| Best for | morning and early afternoon, creative work |
Where Twista Comes From
Leafly credits Denver’s Green Solution and says Twista is believed to descend from Flying Dutchman’s Twister. Allbud repeats the Twister link as a possibility. Both say Twista took third place at the 2014 Denver Cannabis Cup; Allbud adds that it was in the Best Hybrid category.
Neither source names a breeder or confirms parents, so the genetics remain unverified. Leafly’s wording credits the dispensary rather than a seed company, so Green Solution may have grown or sold it rather than created it. We could not tell which.
Potency is also murky. Leafly calls Twista high in THC without a number, and Allbud’s description says it tends to land above 19% while its data field shows an unrelated 3%. Check the lab label on any jar.
Twista Effects: What It Feels Like
Leafly readers most often report creative, energetic and uplifted effects, and the overall effect is rated mostly energizing. Allbud describes an energizing, cerebral lift with focus and motivation, a relaxed undertone and a long-lasting high that may disrupt sleep, so morning or early afternoon is best.
Leafly’s 17 ratings mention euphoria, focus, relaxation and happiness too, which suggests a lively but not frantic head. As with any energetic sativa, a small dose keeps it clear and a large one can tip into anxiety, which a few readers report.
Twista Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
Leafly lists sweet, lemon and citrus. Allbud adds lime and tropical, with an earthy, slightly sour finish, strongest when buds are broken apart. Allbud describes dense, spade-shaped dark green buds with orange hairs and amber trichomes. No terpene data is published.
Side Effects and How to Use Twista
Dry mouth, dry eyes and occasional anxiety are reported. Allbud notes it may disrupt sleep if used late, so keep it to the first half of the day.
Because the potency is high and not well documented, take a small first dose and wait before adding more.
If you are new to Twista, start with one small inhalation or 2.5 mg in an edible and wait before taking more; see our dosing guide.
Do People Use Twista for Medical Reasons?
Leafly readers mention depression (25%), stress (25%) and headaches (16%). Allbud lists more conditions. All are site or user claims, not clinical findings.
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 Twista
- Jack Herer: energetic, focused sativa
- Sour Tangie: citrus-forward sativa
- Super Silver Haze: uplifting haze
- Durban Poison: clear-headed sativa
Browse more sativa strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
Where to Buy Twista in Washington and Oregon
Dispensary menus change every week, and Twista 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 Vancouver, browse Vancouver dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Orchards Cannabis Market and Fire & Frost Cannabis. In Bend, browse Bend dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Oregrown Bend and Plantae Bend. 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.
Twista FAQ
Is Twista indica or sativa?
Leafly lists sativa; Allbud lists a 50/50 hybrid. Most descriptions are sativa-leaning.
Did Twista win a Cannabis Cup?
Both Leafly and Allbud say it placed third at the 2014 Denver Cannabis Cup.
What is Twista a cross of?
Unconfirmed. It is thought to descend from Flying Dutchman’s Twister.
What does Twista taste like?
Sweet citrus, lemon and lime with tropical notes and an earthy finish.
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.
