Special Sauce
Also known as: Oregon CBD Special Sauce, Special Sauce CBD, Secret Sauce
What is the Special Sauce strain?
Special Sauce is a hybrid cannabis strain with up to 0.3% THC, known for its relaxed effects and berry and citrus flavor profile.
Special Sauce is a high-CBD, hemp-derived cannabis strain developed by Oregon CBD Seeds as their flagship cultivar. This strain was created by crossing the original Special Sauce strain with Early Resin Berry (ERB), specifically designed to produce high cannabidiol (CBD) content while maintaining minimal tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) levels. It's an industrial hemp strain noted for astringent berry smells, pink stigmas, and a high oil return. Special Sauce CBD flower has a moderately dense structure that produces thick, Christmas tree-shaped resinous buds. Its flowers are a forest green color with touches of dark purple and pink calyxes framed with orange-red hairs.
The strain has won multiple awards including 2nd place in the 2019 Oregon Growers Cup, 2nd place in the 2020 Judges Favorite Golden Grow Awards, and 2nd place in the 2020 Cultivation Classic. The Special Sauce strain is a sativa-dominant hybrid with a high percentage of CBD and negligible amounts of THC. Oregon CBD Seeds has never shared its proprietary genetics, making this strain exclusively available through licensed growers using their genetics. The strain is particularly valued for its exotic astringent berry aromas, vibrant pink pistils, and some of the highest oil yields in industrial hemp.
What are the effects of Special Sauce?
What are the medical benefits of Special Sauce?
- Users report relief from anxiety and stress
- May help with chronic pain management
- Often used for insomnia and sleep disorders
- Users report benefits for inflammation
- May help with muscle spasms and tension
- Reported to assist with appetite regulation
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the side effects of Special Sauce?
- 💧 Dry Mouth
- 👁️ Dry Eyes
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Possible drowsiness
- May cause sleepiness
How do you grow Special Sauce?
Like many cannabis varieties with specific growing needs, the Special Sauce strain thrives best indoors. This gives you the opportunity to fine-tune all the different needs that the plant requires and adds an extra facet of protection as your cannabis reaches maturity. For the most part, Special Sauce will grow best in light premixed soil that isn't too dense and moist. The fast-growing plant should flower in 56 days in ideal conditions, though sources report flowering times ranging from 49 to 56 days to 8-10 weeks. The strain takes about 7 weeks to reach the flowering phase which is relatively short when compared with other varieties. The moderate yield comes up to about 4 ounces per foot of the plant, making it reasonably rewarding to grow. It can be grown both indoors and outdoors, though indoor cultivation allows for greater control over environmental factors. The plant exhibits good resistance to pests and mold, making it suitable for novice growers. When grown indoors, Special Sauce requires consistent lighting cycles. During the vegetative stage, a 18/6 light/dark cycle is optimal, while a 12/12 cycle is recommended for flowering. Full-spectrum LED lights are ideal for maximizing resin and terpene production.
How should you use Special Sauce?
Special Sauce is a hybrid strain with 0.3% THC, which is low potency. As a hybrid, it offers versatility for both daytime and evening use.
Beginners
Start with 1-2 small inhalations or 2.5-5mg if using edibles. Wait 15 minutes before taking more.
Regular Users
A standard session of 3-5 inhalations or 5-15mg edible dose. Effects typically onset within 5-15 minutes when inhaled, 30-90 minutes for edibles.
Experienced Users
Adjust to personal tolerance. Moderate doses should provide a satisfying experience.
Start low and go slow. This is not medical advice — consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis.
What is the genetic lineage of Special Sauce?
What are Special Sauce's parent strains?
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Special Sauce make you feel?
Special Sauce is a hybrid strain that primarily produces relaxed effects, followed by calm. Users report the dominant effect at 85% intensity. With 0.3% THC, this strain is mild and beginner-friendly.
Is Special Sauce good for medical use?
Special Sauce has been reported by users for users report relief from anxiety and stress, may help with chronic pain management, often used for insomnia and sleep disorders, users report benefits for inflammation, may help with muscle spasms and tension, reported to assist with appetite regulation. As a hybrid, it offers a balanced profile that may work throughout the day.
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Are there side effects with Special Sauce?
Some users have reported dry mouth, dry eyes, dry mouth, dry eyes, possible drowsiness, may cause sleepiness when using Special Sauce. Starting with a low dose and staying hydrated can help minimize these effects.
What does Special Sauce taste and smell like?
Special Sauce features a flavor profile of berry, citrus, earthy, hops, sweet, vanilla. The dominant terpenes are Caryophyllene and Pinene, which contribute to its distinctive aroma.
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What does the research say about Special Sauce?
Special Sauce is a hybrid cannabis strain containing up to 0.3% THC, with a terpene profile dominated by Caryophyllene and Pinene. Below are authoritative resources for understanding the compounds in this strain.
Cannabinoid Information
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