Zkittlez
Indica-dominant hybrid by 3rd Gen Farms (Grape Ape × Grapefruit). Candy-like berry-fruit terpene profile. Emerald Cup winner 2015 and 2016.
Origin and genetics
Zkittlez is an indica-dominant hybrid created by 3rd Gen Farms by crossing Grape Ape and Grapefruit. Both parent lines contribute a vivid fruity-berry profile: grape, tropical fruit, sweet berries. The name references the colourful candy.
Awards
Zkittlez took 1st place at the Emerald Cup in 2015 and 2016 — one of the most prestigious craft-cannabis competitions in the US. Those wins cemented its status as an icon of modern breeding.
Terpene profile and morphology
Dominant terpenes: myrcene, caryophyllene, limonene. Aroma — candy, grape, tropical fruit, light earth. Dense flowers with vibrant pistils; colouration from green to purple-blue in cool conditions. THC 19–23%.
Effect
Relaxing yet clear-headed — without heavy sedation. Suitable for day or evening use. Mood lifts, body relaxes without the "couch-lock" associated with heavy indicas. Also featured in our cannabis strain blog.
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Quick Answer
Zkittlez is an indica-dominant hybrid (Grape Ape × Grapefruit), Emerald Cup winner 2015 and 2016. Candy berry-fruit aroma; relaxing, clear-headed effect.