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Dr. Grinspoon strain

aka Lester Grinspoon, Doctor Grinspoon

SativaTHC 16%CBG 1%
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4.8(76 ratings)
Dr. Grinspoon
Drg
Sativa
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Terpenes
Terpinolene
Myrcene
Pinene
calmingenergizing

Dr. Grinspoon effects are mostly energizing.

low THChigh THC

Dr. Grinspoon potency is higher THC than average.

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Dr. Grinspoon, also known as "Doctor Grinspoon," and "Lester Grinspoon," is a pure sativa marijuana strain bred by Barney’s Farm in Amsterdam. Dr Grinspoon is a strain destined for connoisseurs and intellectuals alike. In honor of the Harvard professor and cannabis advocate, this strain was named after Lester Grinspoon, who set out to correct misinformed science in the 1970s. As if channeling the brilliance of Dr. Grinspoon himself, this sativa is a top choice for creative, introspective thinkers as it induces heightened cerebral activity and sensory awareness. Dr. Grinspoon buds, imbued with rich earthy and honey flavors, grow like berries on twig stalks in unusually gapped popcorn formations. Because of its structure, Dr. Grinspoon typically delivers smaller harvests after a 13-14 week flowering time. This indoor preferred strain requires time and patience, but few cannabis varieties can impress connoisseurs like these frost coated gems. Patients with mood disorders, attention deficit, and chronic pain may find relief in the euphoric and invigorating experience that defines this legendary sativa.

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Dr. Grinspoon strain effects

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Positive Effects

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Energetic

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Creative

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Focused

Negative Effects

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Dry mouth

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Dry eyes

Dr. Grinspoon strain flavors

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Honey

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Citrus

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Pine

Dr. Grinspoon strain helps with

  • Depression
    24% of people say it helps with Depression
  • Anxiety
    22% of people say it helps with Anxiety
  • Stress
    18% of people say it helps with Stress

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Dr. Grinspoon strain science

Certified Strain Science
Terpenes not only determine the flavor and aroma of a cannabis strain, they may also modify its effects. We’ve sourced this terpene data from products tested in Leafly Certified labs.
Dr. Grinspoon
Drg
Sativa
Phenotype
Sativa
Dominant terpene
Terpinolene (fruity)

Dr. Grinspoon terpenes

The most abundant terpene in Dr. Grinspoon is terpinolene, followed by myrcene and pinene.
Terpinolene (fruity)
Herbal, floral terpene that is also found in apples, lilacs, and nutmeg.
Myrcene (herbal)
Pinene (pine)

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Dr. Grinspoon strain reviews(76)

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October 11, 2024
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This is the most unique plant and high I ever experienced and I've been smoking over 40 years. Mine was a GG4 auto mutation. It almost looks like a weeping willow with soft, pliable branches you could literally wind around a stake. I did NOT separate the buds from thin branches bc the trichs are stacked unbelievably. I smoked the little branches too. No harshness, and a sweet citrusy taste. The high was ridiculous. First time I tried it I picked it right off the plant and lit it with a torch. I was fizzy and euphoric for an hour and a half. Could not move off the couch but sat there, really amused. My tolerance is high but that legit kicked my ass. And idk why 100% sativa would couch lock me but it did. If you can get this seed, I highly recommend it just for the experience of the high.

June 21, 2024
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Apocalyptic effects that will send you deep into orbit for many light years. Conversation is possible, but ability to concentrate is practically zero. Fantastic for movies and music.

May 24, 2023
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I smoked in the middle of the afternoon after a day at work and I felt like I just woken up. I had the mental energy to do everything around the house. happy and uplifted high with zero paranoia.

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July 6, 2023
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Hits you differently! The introspectiveness lasts over 6 hours with peaks half-way thru. Very relaxed. Happy. Hungry. And good sex. A precious gem!

August 21, 2022
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This strain is more than special and rare! A true beauty of a sativa. Your mind is so clear after smoking it. However don't let clarity of mind let you feel off the hook...lol. This is a powerful strain that is borderline hallucinogenic. Have a good smoke!

July 28, 2021
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Honest to god, the greatest weed strain I’ve ever consumed. As the server at Barney’s told me, “this ain’t even weed this is like some weed coke shit”. No body high, instant euphoria and focus. Smoked it before my art history final and it was great. My sociology paper practical wrote itself on it. Great for people with add or adhd.

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February 7, 2021
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One of the strongest cerebral highs you go through, very distinctive and strong on effects. Gives you a full focus mode with lots of joy. Personally, I highly enjoyed listening to music and draft into some creative ideas and mood. Not that talkative but more self isolative to enjoy things that you haven't explored that deep yet... one of the best Sativas you could come up, unfortunately last time I checked with Barney's, they haven't continued it which is a big crime to drop this unique strain out of people's taste...

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March 9, 2020
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Energetic headhigh. Creative. Never made more silly word-play jokes in my life. Went for a walk and the colors of nature looked really great. The only negative is the really huge amount of stems.

March 14, 2019
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I've never tried Adderall but if I had to guess what it felt like, it would feel like this strain (but with more creativity mind you). If you are a lightweight like I am, YOU DO NOT NEED MUCH AT ALL. In fact I think if you were your average smoker, probably one bowl would do you plenty. I took only like two puffs of a joint and I couldn't take anymore. It is very, very strong. The strongest strain I have ever tried. And I've tried my fair share of strains. It's a complete head high. If you wanted to get creative or need to break through some writer's block, this strain will help you out. Throw on some Floyd and start writing. It's amazing. It really wakes you up. But be careful. If you are in the wrong setting such as a foreign country all by yourself, you can get quite anxious. I certainly did when I first tried it. But if you are at a get-together with friends it is fantastic. Dr. Grinspoon is truly the Holy Grail of strains. Don't pass up the chance to try it. It's truly one of a kind.

November 12, 2019
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Fantastic; cerebral, creative, uplifting, inspiring -- best strain ever.

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