Acapulco Gold Strain: A Rare and Powerful Sativa
Acapulco Gold is a legendary sativa-dominant cannabis strain renowned for its vibrant golden hues and potent effects. Originating from the Acapulco region in Mexico, this strain gained prominence during the 1960s counterculture movement and has since been celebrated for its unique characteristics. Here is what you need to know about this strain;
- Type: Sativa-dominant hybrid (approximately 80% sativa, 20% indica)
- THC Content: Typically ranges from 18% to 25%
- Aroma & Flavor: Noted for a rich scent reminiscent of burnt toffee, with flavor profiles including honey, chestnut, coffee, and earthy notes
- Breeder: Originated from the Cutting Edge Seeds collective
- CBD Content: Minimal to none
- Appearance: Buds exhibit golden, green, and brown tones with a dense, resinous structure
Therapeutic Benefits of Acapulco Gold Strain
Acapulco gold weed strain is particularly known for its therapeutic benefits. It is commonly used to treat conditions such as:
- Anxiety and depression
- Chronic pain
- Insomnia
- Headaches
- Mental disorders
The strain’s high Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content, sometimes reaching up to 24%, is responsible for its potent effects. Its earthy flavor profile, with hints of chestnut and tealeaves, complements its distinct aroma.
Side Effects
Users often report the following effects:
- Energizing: Provides a boost in energy, making it suitable for daytime use
- Euphoria: Induces a sense of happiness and well-being
- Focus & Creativity: Enhances concentration and stimulates creative thinking
However, some users may experience side effects such as dry mouth, dry eyes, anxiety, or paranoia, especially when consumed in large quantities or by those sensitive to THC.
Acapulco Gold has been lauded as one of the greatest cannabis strains of all time, earning a spot on High Times magazine’s list of top strains. Its unique characteristics and historical significance have made it a sought-after variety among cannabis enthusiasts. However, due to its cultivation challenges and the rise of modern hybrids, authentic acapulco gold has become increasingly rare in today’s market.
| Quantity | 3.5g (8TH), 1Oz, 1/8Lb, 1/2Lb, 1Lb |
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Curtis –
My new favorite daytime strain! Picked up some amazing flower in New York and it’s become my go to. It’s super energizing and makes the creative juices flow! The perfect strain for a chef to boost our creativity.
Myla –
I am always surprised by its sneaker like smell like new shoe smell. It’s a nice generating uplifting buzz that takes me on a slow ride so i’ll take it easy, its a happy creeper it makes me feel mellow but uplifting not a crazy high and definitely not over powering would absolutely recommend this for first timers. Love the flowering and sage taste not every day that something tastes like sage.
Nicholas –
This ain’t your grandpa’s Acapulco Gold…It’s better! Cannabis has come a long way up from the good old 1960s-1970s. Thank you growers and breeders! Anyway, today’s Acapulco Gold is a strain that Sativa lovers will enjoy…. Upbeat, energising, clear headed… One of those strains that make everything seem funny. Gives your brain a vacation. I’d buy this again.
Delphia –
Each pass with this strain I felt more and more respectful of it. It really rewards you for being in the present moment with it. Any time I smoked this distractedly, Acapulco Gold would demand that I return my attention to its effects being delivered. Mezcal-y taste, really nice. I typically could see the high work its way down from my brain down through my spine. Very special strain.
Jairo –
I have had the Og version & the 2025 version. Both are top-notch! Only sativa, I truly enjoy. Being a person with panic attacks. it gives me such ✌️ peace and confidence!
Begum (verified owner) –
Couldn’t stop smiling when I opened the package. You can just tell this was made with care.
Budzotic Store –
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Shannon –
So glad I got to try this when I could. It hit the dispensary & was gone in 2 hours. The gold hairs are so beautiful I feel like I’m committing a crime when I break this weed up!
Jean –
These small orange harry buds are very nicely trimmed great for getting up and moving great for thinking and great for fatigue these skunky tastes aren’t so great but the effects are a nice happy uplifting creeper great for day/ night work. -Cheers!
Austin –
APG (Acapulco Gold) Is a super creeper, use with caution I did more than my fair share the first time I did this. I would have to say this creeper scared me at first, but once I took a sip of my Chai-tea I was in heaven I could taste, so much in that tea, the leaves and the honey from our medical honey jar on special toast. Was some of the most interesting sides I had no Idea that sounds and taste could drastically change definitely recommend this to those who don’t feel like eating today ;p.
Alonzi –
TOP SHELF! Best Sativa hands down. I’m a Indica/Hybrid guy, but when I find this Beauty I just have too… Clean Smoke. Smoked as a Pre-roll, Blunt, and Bong. If I find in a dab I might have to. I’m typing this right now Stoned as F on this strain! Focus, Relaxed, Motivated and Chill. Enjoy…
Harper –
Trust me—once you shop from this dispo, you won’t want to go anywhere else. Their selection is always fresh and they really know what the people want.
Luke –
This was hands down the smoothest shopping experience I’ve had. Budzotic not only delivered top-shelf flower, but their customer service was 🔥. Definitely my new go-to!
Rinner –
Back in the day, if I could find it, AG ,kicked my ass. It was like the first serious weed. Everything else was leaf, seeds and stems.. Alls it took were a few hits off a skinny joint cuz the stuff was expensive. Today I caught an eight at $25…all flower. Today’s version is right there with the Gary Payton, Runtz experience at around 20% thc.. and Im glad to see it available. Very sticky filling up a 3 hit bowl for the bong. Nice round honey kinda tastes. Easy on the throat and lungs.As a young man I had no educated pallet to even consider tastes and flavors of the weed. And thats what the high is like, energetic with no sharp edges, everything is round and at a slower time frame to enjoy observing and doing and long lasting without a indica bring down…reminds me of how Northern Light takes one to unique indica highs, AG is a unique sativa high.; Outdoors in a later afternoon on a warm sunny day . If it was named anything else it would still be a , “keep some in the cabinet at all times”..
Gudiel –
I have heard of this strain my entire life and am well aware of the hype around it. I had street weed and you never really know if you’re getting what they’re claiming. I finally found it at Budzotic Dispensary and had to try it , even though I was skeptical that it would impress me since it was barely 20%. I have to say it reminded me of my early days when I first got introduced to good cannabis. It has a feel good high and while calming my mind just enough to really focus and troubleshoot without the cloudiness of some strains. I will definitely be getting another batch. The flavor to me was almost like a fruity tobacco taste with a little spicy essence in the back of the throat. Very mellow smoke and loose sticky buds.
Wheeler –
This strain is amazing! I had this back in college and remember it well. Not much has changed since then, but the high feels definitely retro. This particular strain is a classic. I haven’t seen it in 38 years so if you see it, try it. It’s a great strain for relaxing and chilling out and staring at the sky while you contemplate why you’re so high while laying in the grass. When I saw this strain at the dispo it gave me flashbacks to buying weed from a hippie in an old VW bus. No if you will excuse me, I’m going to go smoke some more of this.
Braden –
I only smoked half of a joint and I’m toast. this is an amazing strain with hard to describe flavors and smells but all are pleasant and sweet. I feel motivated, focused, cheerful, relaxed and incredibly mellow. This strain is definitely a 5 star strain that lives up to its sativa genetics and provides similar effects to sour diesel. highly recommend if you need a little pick me up, a wake n bake sesh or just want to relax at the end of a long day, this is the perfect strain for you
Daniel –
I had heard about the legendary Acapulco Gold but had never tried it as it was never available here in central Fl. So I SQUEALED when I saw that Budzotic Dispo had it. I was over the moon excited to try an original “hippie era” land race strain. I was NOT disappointed. I love this $h!t. I’m f’ing flying right now. I’m bipolar 1 (manic depressive) and while this is a Sativa, it is not causing me any manic or anxiety symptoms. Probably because my mood stabilizers are also working. I’m very relaxed yet focused. Definitely more of a head high though. Have ICE WATER beside you if you vape this as the damn dry mouth is INSTANT and SEVERE. It will make you cough like hell but trust me, the high is WORTH IT. If you find this fairly rare beauty, GET IT NOW. I got my second cart of it today.
Pajotte –
Just trimmed half a pound of this Acapulco Gold & it’s truly is @ 9 🔆Star Plant. it’s says it’s 20% indica but u hit the blunt ten times that’s 200% of relaxed Focused InnerG Absolutely will grow this Tr33 again CHEEEEEE 4 Chief