Uplifting High

Mood Elevation & Social Energy

Limonene-dominant profile (4.99 mg/g) with linalool support for mood elevation and social energy. Patterned on the Uplifting Citrus chemovar cluster.

476 Catalog Matches

6 Key Effects

sativa & hybrid

Where this family comes from

Patterned on the terpene cluster we call Uplifting Citrus — 23 of the 140 flowers in Herwig et al. (2025) (opens in new tab). The study numbered its six clusters and named none of them; the name and the effect descriptions on this page are ours.

This is not a potency rating

That cluster averaged 25.52% THC and 18.39 mg/g total terpenes. All six clusters in the study ran between 18.33% and 25.52% THC. Terpenes describe how a strain lands; they say nothing about how strong it is.

Commonly Reported Effects

What people say about Uplifting High strains — user reports and our reading of the chemistry, not study findings

happy uplifted euphoric energetic sociable talkative

Typical Aromas

citrus lemon sweet

Every Uplifting High Strain

All 476 of our 2756 researched strains that classify into this family

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Uplifting High

Wedding Cake

Wedding Cake is an award-winning, indica-leaning hybrid (60/40) from Seed Junky Genetics, crossing Triangle Kush and Animal Mints. Known for its sweet, vanilla-citrus flavor and Limonene-forward terpene profile, it delivers a euphoric, relaxing high that eases into sleepy, happy contentment. A Leafly Strain of the Year winner, it's prized for stress relief, pain management, and unwinding in the evening.

Limonene-dominantRelaxedEuphoric

Indica-Dom · 60% Indica / 40% Sativa

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Sour Diesel

Sour Diesel is a legendary sativa-dominant hybrid born in 1990s New York from Chemdawg 91 and Super Skunk. Known for its pungent diesel-and-citrus aroma and fast-acting, energetic high, it delivers uplifted focus and talkative euphoria without heavy sedation. A daytime staple for creativity, productivity, and mood elevation, this High Times hall-of-famer remains one of cannabis's most iconic and widely available strains.

Limonene-dominantEnergeticUplifted

Sativa-Dom · 90% Sativa / 10% Indica

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Runtz

Runtz is a legendary 50/50 hybrid crossing Zkittlez and Gelato, prized for its candy-sweet, tropical aroma and smooth euphoric-to-relaxed high. Limonene-forward with THC ranging 19-32%, it delivers uplifted, giggly, and creative energy before easing into gentle body relaxation. A Leafly Strain of the Year winner, Runtz remains one of the most awarded and widely recognized hybrids in modern cannabis culture.

Limonene-dominantEuphoricUplifted

Balanced · 50% Indica / 50% Sativa

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Purple Punch

Purple Punch is an 80/20 indica-dominant hybrid from Larry OG × Granddaddy Purple, bred by THC Design. Expect grape-and-berry sweetness, Limonene-driven citrus brightness, and a relaxing, euphoric body high that eases into sleepiness. An award-winning evening strain suited for unwinding, stress relief, and drifting toward rest.

Limonene-dominantRelaxedSleepy

Indica-Dom · 80% Indica / 20% Sativa

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Lemon Cherry Gelato

Lemon Cherry Gelato is a potent, Limonene-forward hybrid from Sunset Sherbet and Girl Scout Cookies genetics, delivering bright citrus-cherry flavor and a two-phase high: uplifting, talkative euphoria up front that settles into relaxed, sleepy comfort. Bred by Backpackboyz, this award-winning cut (High Times Cannabis Cup) tests as high as 33% THC and appeals to those chasing flavor-forward flower with genuine versatility for social nights or unwinding evenings.

Limonene-dominantUpliftedEuphoric

Indica-Dom · 60% Indica / 40% Sativa

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Amnesia Haze

Amnesia Haze is a legendary 80/20 sativa-dominant strain bred by Soma Seeds, famous for its multiple Cannabis Cup wins and complex Haze lineage spanning Thai, Cambodian, Jamaican, and Afghani-Hawaiian genetics. Its citrus-lemon, earthy-spicy profile delivers energetic, euphoric, and creative effects that make it a go-to for daytime focus, artistic work, and social conversation. THC runs 15-25%, so it's a potent choice best suited to those with some experience.

Limonene-dominantEnergeticUplifted

Sativa-Dom · 80% sativa / 20% indica

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Super Silver Haze

Super Silver Haze (SSH) is a three-time High Times Cannabis Cup champion, a sativa-dominant cross of Skunk #1, Northern Lights #5, and Haze bred by Green House Seeds. Expect a bright citrus-and-pine aroma, limonene-driven uplift, and an energetic, creative, talkative high that's built for daytime productivity, social settings, and focus-heavy tasks without heavy sedation.

Limonene-dominantEnergeticUplifted

Sativa-Dom · 70% Sativa / 30% Indica

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Do-Si-Dos

Do-Si-Dos is a potent, indica-leaning hybrid (70/30) bred by Archive Seed Bank from GSC (OGKB phenotype) and Face Off OG. Named 2021 Leafly Strain of the Year, it delivers a euphoric, uplifting onset that melts into deep body relaxation and sleepiness. Expect a sweet, earthy, citrus-and-pine flavor profile driven by Limonene and Linalool, plus a strong appetite boost — best reserved for evening or nighttime use.

Limonene-dominantRelaxedEuphoric

Indica-Dom · 70% Indica / 30% Sativa

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White Runtz

White Runtz is a 50/50 hybrid crossing Zkittlez and Gelato, prized for its candy-sweet citrus aroma and Limonene-dominant terpene profile. Expect a fast-arriving euphoric, uplifted head high balanced by a relaxed, tingly body feel. A Leafly Strain of the Year winner, it's a go-to for socializing, creative sparks, and unwinding stress or tension anytime of day.

Limonene-dominantEuphoricUplifted

Balanced · 50% Indica / 50% Sativa

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Zoap

Zoap is a potent 50/50 hybrid from DEO Farms, crossing Rainbow Sherbet with Pink Guava into a Limonene-forward strain with a sweet, floral, perfume-like aroma. THC runs 20-30%, delivering euphoric, uplifted, giggly, and creative effects balanced by gentle relaxation. A multi-award winner across Zalympix and Leafly competitions, Zoap suits social settings, creative work, and daytime stress relief alike.

Limonene-dominantEuphoricUplifted

Balanced · 50% Indica / 50% Sativa

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Animal Mints

Animal Mints is a balanced 50/50 hybrid from Seed Junky Genetics, crossing Animal Cookies with SinMint Cookies. Expect a minty, sweet, cookie-dough flavor backed by caryophyllene and limonene, an uplifting and creative onset that settles into deep relaxation and sleepiness. THC can reach up to 32%, making it a potent choice for evening stress relief, pain management, and unwinding after a long day.

Limonene-dominantRelaxedEuphoric

Balanced · 50% Indica / 50% Sativa

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Cereal Milk

Cereal Milk is a balanced 50/50 hybrid from the Cookies family, crossing Y Life and Snowman for a sweet, creamy, dessert-like aroma with citrus and berry accents. Limonene leads a terpene profile that delivers euphoric, talkative, and creative effects alongside a relaxed body feel. With THC ranging 18-25%, it suits socializing, creative work, and stress relief anytime of day.

Limonene-dominantEuphoricUplifted

Balanced · 50% Indica / 50% Sativa

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Tahoe OG

Tahoe OG is a legendary indica-dominant hybrid (80-90% indica) born from OG Kush x SFV OG Kush genetics in the late 1980s. With THC up to 28% and a limonene-forward terpene profile backed by caryophyllene and pinene, it delivers euphoric, relaxed, and deeply sedating effects wrapped in pine, diesel, and citrus flavors. A multi-time High Times Cannabis Cup winner, it's a go-to for nighttime relaxation and sleep support.

Limonene-dominantRelaxedEuphoric

Indica-Dom · 80-90% Indica / 10-20% Sativa

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WiFi OG

WiFi OG (White Fire OG) is a potent hybrid from Fire OG × The White, bred by OG Raskal. Expect a citrus-diesel aroma from its limonene-dominant terpene profile, paired with an uplifted, focused, and euphoric high that eases into gentle body relaxation. With THC up to 28%, it's a versatile choice for creativity, socializing, and stress relief.

Limonene-dominantUpliftedRelaxed

Sativa-Dom · 60% Sativa / 40% Indica

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Mac 1

MAC 1, aka Miracle Alien Cookies, is a balanced 50/50 hybrid from breeder Capulator crossing Alien Cookies F2 with Miracle 15. Citrus-forward Limonene leads a complex terpene profile of pine, floral, and diesel notes. Effects run euphoric, creative, focused, and relaxed — versatile enough for any time of day. A multi-award winner (2x High Times Cannabis Cup, 8x Farmers Cup), this is a benchmark hybrid worth trying.

Limonene-dominantEuphoricHappy

Balanced · 50% Indica / 50% Sativa

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LA Kush Cake

LA Kush Cake is a 70/30 indica-dominant hybrid from Seed Junky Genetics, crossing Wedding Cake and Kush Mints. Expect THC from 19-28%, a limonene-forward terpene profile, and a sweet vanilla-earthy-diesel flavor. Effects run relaxed, euphoric, and sleepy with a talkative, creative window before sedation sets in — best reserved for evening or nighttime unwinding.

Limonene-dominantRelaxedEuphoric

Indica-Dom · 70% Indica / 30% Sativa

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Kush Mints

Kush Mints is a 50/50 hybrid from Seed Junky Genetics, crossing Bubba Kush and Animal Mints into a minty, coffee-and-pine flavored powerhouse. With THC up to 31.7% and a Limonene-Linalool terpene backbone, it delivers euphoric, creative uplift that settles into deep relaxation — an award-winning evening strain built for stress relief and unwinding.

Limonene-dominantEuphoricRelaxed

Balanced · 50% Indica / 50% Sativa

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Sour OG

Sour OG is a balanced 50/50 hybrid crossing Sour Diesel and OG Kush, known for its pungent diesel-citrus aroma and well-rounded effects. Expect happy, uplifted energy paired with creative focus and a relaxing body settle. With Limonene leading its terpene profile and a strong competition history, this daytime-friendly hybrid appeals to social settings, stress relief, and mood elevation without heavy sedation.

Limonene-dominantUpliftedRelaxed

Balanced · 50% Indica / 50% Sativa

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Whitethorn Rose

Whitethorn Rose is an award-winning, 70/30 sativa-dominant hybrid from Huckleberry Hill Farms, crossing Paradise Punch and Lemon OG. Limonene-driven citrus and floral rose aromas lead into an uplifted, euphoric, and creative high with focused energy. With THC reaching up to 28%, it's a potent, daytime-friendly strain that's earned multiple Emerald Cup and California State Fair titles for its rosin, hash, and edibles.

Limonene-dominantUpliftedEuphoric

Sativa-Dom · 70% Sativa / 30% Indica

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Peanut Butter Breath

Peanut Butter Breath is a 50/50 hybrid from ThugPug Genetics, crossing Do-Si-Dos with Mendo Breath F2. Limonene-dominant terpenes deliver a nutty, earthy, buttery flavor with citrus and spicy diesel undertones. Effects move from euphoric and creative to deeply relaxed and sleepy, making it a favorite evening strain for unwinding, easing stress, and supporting sleep. THC can reach up to 30%, so it suits more experienced consumers.

Limonene-dominantRelaxedEuphoric

Balanced · 50% Sativa / 50% Indica

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Banana Cooler

Cooler" name. ## Effects & Experience Users consistently report a well-rounded effect profile: creative, euphoric, relaxed, uplifted, happy, energetic, focused, and calm. This spread suggests an onset that leans cerebral and social — sparking conversation and creative flow — before settling into a comfortable, relaxed body feel that doesn't necessarily induce heavy sedation. It's versatile enough to work across the day, which is reflected in its "anytime" best-time classification, though some report better results in the morning or afternoon for productivity-adjacent tasks. ## Use Cases & Activities - Creative pursuits — the blend of focus and euphoria supports art, music, or writing sessions - Social activities — uplifted, happy effects lend themselves to conversation and connection - Daytime relaxation — calm without heavy sedation makes it workable for daytime unwinding - Evening unwinding — the relaxed, body-easing qualities also transition well into evening wind-down - Mood enhancement — frequently cited for lifting spirits and easing tension ## Medical & Therapeutic Potential Across numerous consumer reports, Banana Cooler is associated with potential support for both mental and physical concerns. On the mental side, it may help ease anxiety, stress, depressive symptoms, and PTSD-related tension — likely tied to the limonene-driven mood lift combined with linalool's calming influence. Physically, users mention potential relief from chronic pain, inflammation, muscle spasms/tension, and support for restful sleep — effects consistent with caryophyllene's CB2 activity and myrcene's sedative-leaning body impact. ## Awards & Recognition Banana Cooler (under its Selva Club phenotype) took 1st Place Indica at the Spannabis Champions Cup 2025, a notable competitive win that speaks to the quality achievable within this genetic line. ## Consumer Considerations Given its wide THC range (18-28%), Banana Cooler can vary significantly in potency depending on the batch and phenotype. Novice consumers should approach higher-THC batches cautiously, while experienced users may appreciate the fuller range of effects at higher doses.

Limonene-dominantCreativeEuphoric

Sativa-Dom · 60% sativa and 40% indica

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Ice Cream Mintz

Ice Cream Mintz is an indica-dominant hybrid from Seed Junky Genetics, crossing Ice Cream Cake with Kush Mints. Expect a sweet, minty, vanilla-citrus aroma driven by limonene and caryophyllene, with THC reaching up to 34%. Effects move from euphoric and giggly to deeply relaxed and sleepy, making it a strong evening choice for stress relief, creative unwinding, and eventual couch-lock comfort.

Limonene-dominantRelaxedEuphoric

Indica

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Wedding Crasher

Wedding Crasher is a balanced hybrid (55% Sativa/45% Indica) from Symbiotic Genetics, crossing Wedding Cake and Purple Punch. Expect a Limonene-forward profile with sweet grape, vanilla, and berry flavors, delivering uplifted, euphoric, creative, and talkative effects alongside a relaxed undercurrent. THC ranges widely from 15–28%. An award-winning, versatile strain suited for social afternoons, creative work, or unwinding — one of the more well-rounded dessert hybrids on the market today.

Limonene-dominantUpliftedEuphoric

Balanced · 55% Sativa / 45% Indica

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Silver Haze

Silver Haze is a legendary 80% sativa hybrid from Sensi Seeds, crossing Northern Lights and Haze. Known for its citrus-forward, limonene-rich terpene profile, it delivers uplifted, creative, and energetic cerebral effects. A 12-time Cannabis Cup winner since the 1990s, it's a go-to for daytime focus, social gatherings, and creative work.

Limonene-dominantUpliftedCreative

Sativa-Dom · 80% Sativa / 20% Indica

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The other axis

CBD-bearing Uplifting High strains

The study's own conclusion proposes pairing its six terpene clusters with the existing chemotypes — THC-dominant, balanced, CBD-dominant. Terpene profile tells you how a strain smells and, we think, how it lands; chemotype tells you what is actually in it. Almost everything on the shelf is Type I, so these are the ones worth calling out.

30 of 476 Uplifting High catalog matches are Type II or Type III. Cannabinoid figures are catalog averages and vary by batch — read the label on the product you are buying.

Uplifting High FAQs

What is Uplifting High?

Uplifting High is our name for one of the six terpene clusters identified in the 2025 German Chemovar Study (Herwig et al., DOI: 10.1089/can.2024.0127). Limonene-dominant profile (4.99 mg/g) with linalool support for mood elevation and social energy. Patterned on the Uplifting Citrus chemovar cluster. The study numbered its clusters and named none of them — the name, and the "mood elevation & social energy" framing, are ours.

What are the best Uplifting High cannabis strains?

Our 2756-strain research catalog currently contains 476 Uplifting High matches, and this page lists every one of them. Wedding Cake, Sour Diesel, Runtz, Purple Punch, Lemon Cherry Gelato are among the most popular choices shown here.

What effects do Uplifting High strains provide?

People most often report happy, uplifted, euphoric, energetic, sociable, talkative effects from Uplifting High strains. Those are community reports and our reading of the terpene chemistry, not findings of the German study — that study clustered the chemistry and left the effects to future clinical trials.

Are Uplifting High strains strong?

Yes. The study cluster this family is patterned on averaged 25.52% THC, and all six clusters fell between 18.33% and 25.52% — these were German medicinal flowers. A family name describes terpene chemistry, not potency. Check the THC figure on the product in front of you, start low, and wait.