Pink Champagne
Pink Champagne
Also known as: Phantom, Ken's Phantom, Raspberry Kush, Wow Kush
Overview
Pink Champagne is an indica-dominant hybrid strain (80% indica/20% sativa) created by renowned breeder Ken Estes through crossing Ken's Granddaddy Purple and Cherry Pie. It's a popular strain in the Bay area, with Ken Estes breeding it in his garden outside Hayward. Its nugs have a slight pink tinge to them with rich purple undertones and a coating of clear crystal trichomes that look almost pink in the right light. Leaves are a bright spring green and have a profusion of curly orange hairs -- which are actually pistils, intended to catch pollen from flowering male plants. Many phenotypes of this strain also exhibit bold streaks of purple. The strain represents a significant contribution to cannabis genetics by combining the most celebrated qualities of its parent strains into a unique blend offering well-balanced effects that lean towards relaxation and enjoyment, making it ideal for evening or nighttime use. Pink Champagne stands out for its luxurious aesthetic appearance and complex terpene profile, featuring dominant notes of sweet berries, grapes, and vanilla with subtle spicy undertones reminiscent of actual champagne.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from stress and anxiety
- May help with insomnia and sleep disorders
- Often used for chronic pain management
- May provide relief from migraines and headaches
- Users report help with depression symptoms
- May assist with PTSD symptoms
- Often used for muscle aches and physical discomfort
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Indoors, Pink Champagne typically requires about 8-9 weeks to fully flower. This relatively short flowering period is advantageous for growers looking to cycle through harvests more quickly. Indoors Pink Champagne flowers between 9-10 weeks and produces 10-12 ounces per square meter. Outdoors, your crop will be ready for harvesting by mid to late October and provides a return of 12 ounces per plant. This strain shows a marked preference for warm and dry climates. Maintaining consistent temperatures is crucial for optimal growth. While it is possible to grow Pink Champagne indoors or outdoors, it thrives outside in a cool, semi-humid climate. To bring out Pink Champagne's purplish colors, expose this plant to cold (but not freezing) temperatures just before flowering. Just like the Cherry Pie, the Pink Champagne herb requires very specific conditions that make it a bit of a chore to grow. The strain is considered moderately difficult to cultivate and implementing methods such as topping and low-stress training (LST) can significantly enhance both yield and bud development.