The Real McCoy
Also known as: Hawaiian Skunk
What is the The Real McCoy strain?
The Real McCoy is a hybrid cannabis strain with up to 20.0% THC, known for its euphoric effects and citrus and earthy flavor profile.
The Real McCoy is a sativa-dominant hybrid (60% sativa/40% indica) strain created by The Flying Dutchmen as a cross of Hawaiian genetics and The Pure (AKA Original Skunk No.1). This classic old-school strain was recognized at the 1999 High Times Cannabis Cup, where it received a special mention from celebrity judges. The strain grows forest green buds accented by subtle purple hues, and is known for its distinctive appearance and well-balanced effects.
Its aroma is a combination of spilt oil and pungent skunk, while its flavor is a complex layering of sweet floral tastes with funky and woody tones. The Real McCoy cures to a citrus smell with no hint of indica's acrid trait, offering a sweet and spicy taste that produces a happy cerebral buzz. This special cross for the true connoisseur offers a wonderfully sweet and spicy bouquet and taste described as smoking a tropical salad bar, being tingly on the tongue, soft on the throat and high in the brain.
What are the effects of The Real McCoy?
What are the medical benefits of The Real McCoy?
- Users report relief from stress and anxiety
- May help with chronic pain management
- Often used for headaches and migraines
- Users report mood enhancement
- May help with nausea
- Often used for depression symptoms
- May assist with glaucoma or eye pressure
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the side effects of The Real McCoy?
- 💧 Dry Mouth
- 👁️ Dry Eyes
- 💫 Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Possible dizziness from dehydration
- Cotton mouth
- Eye irritation
How do you grow The Real McCoy?
The Real McCoy is mostly sativa and can be cultivated both indoors and outdoors with a flowering time of approximately 77 days (11 weeks). The flowering phase takes a minimum of 10 weeks, making it better suited for indoor or greenhouse cultivation. When grown indoors, it produces yields of about 12 ounces per square meter and finishes flowering after 8-9 weeks. Outdoor cultivation can yield an estimated 16 ounces per plant, typically finishing around mid-October. The strain can be grown by novices as well as experts, being relatively basic in cultivation needs and preferring warm, sunny tropical climates when kept outdoors. Flying Dutchmen prefers completely organic soil cultivation, though the variety is also happy as a greenhouse plant with buds loose enough to resist mold but dense enough for moderate yields.
How should you use The Real McCoy?
The Real McCoy is a hybrid strain with 20.0% THC, which is moderate 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. This strain is potent — start very low.
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 The Real McCoy?
What are The Real McCoy's parent strains?
Frequently Asked Questions
How does The Real McCoy make you feel?
The Real McCoy is a hybrid strain that primarily produces euphoric effects, followed by uplifted. Users report the dominant effect at 85% intensity. With 20.0% THC, this strain is moderately strong and suitable for regular consumers.
Is The Real McCoy good for medical use?
The Real McCoy has been reported by users for users report relief from stress and anxiety, may help with chronic pain management, often used for headaches and migraines, users report mood enhancement, may help with nausea, often used for depression symptoms, may assist with glaucoma or eye pressure. 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 The Real McCoy?
Some users have reported dry mouth, dry eyes, dizziness, dry mouth, dry eyes, possible dizziness from dehydration, cotton mouth, eye irritation when using The Real McCoy. Starting with a low dose and staying hydrated can help minimize these effects.
What does The Real McCoy taste and smell like?
The Real McCoy features a flavor profile of citrus, earthy, pine, skunk, spicy, sweet, tropical. The dominant terpenes are Myrcene and Caryophyllene, which contribute to its distinctive aroma.
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What does the research say about The Real McCoy?
The Real McCoy is a hybrid cannabis strain containing up to 20.0% THC, with a terpene profile dominated by Myrcene and Caryophyllene. Below are authoritative resources for understanding the compounds in this strain.
Terpene Research
Cannabinoid Information
Cannabis Regulations & Safety
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