3 Gorillas

3 Gorillas: A Balanced Hybrid with a Glue-Family Backbone

3 Gorillas (also called Three Gorillas or 3G) is a 50% indica / 50% sativa hybrid from Mycotek, a 2010s release sold through Mycotek Seeds. It pairs a familiar glue-family pedigree with a flavor profile that leans toward diesel, coffee and berry, and reviewers describe a mix of mental uplift and physical ease.

🧬 Genetic Heritage & Lineage

Most sources list the cross as Gorilla Glue #4 (GG4) x The Missing Link, bred by Mycotek. Not every source agrees:

• Majority view — Gorilla Glue #4 x The Missing Link
• PhenoDB — lists Chem '91 x Tres Dawg as the parents
• Joint Commerce — names only the GG4 family, without specific parents

The GG4 parentage is the most widely repeated, so treat it as the working answer while recognizing that lineage records for this cultivar are not fully settled.

Cannabinoid Profile

• THC — commonly reported between 16% and 28%, with some sources noting standout phenotypes higher
• CBD — low, roughly 0.1–0.7%
• Chemovar — Type I (THC-dominant)
• Minor cannabinoids — one source mentions trace CBG and THCV, but this comes from a single report and is not lab-confirmed here

That range is wide, so expect real variation between growers and batches. If you are new to potent flowers, assume the upper end until the label says otherwise.

👃 Terpene Profile & Aromatics

Terpene data for 3 Gorillas is anecdotal: no verified percentages are available, so rankings below reflect source reports rather than lab results. Caryophyllene is the most commonly reported dominant terpene.

• Caryophyllene — peppery and spicy; it acts on CB2 receptors and is associated with body comfort
• Myrcene — earthy and musky; associated with relaxation
• Limonene — citrus brightness tied to mood lift
• Humulene — woody, herbal and associated with anti-inflammatory activity
• Pinene — a piney note associated with alertness
• Linalool — floral and calming

Aromas reported include diesel, earthy, sweet, pungent, coffee, berry, spicy, cocoa, citrus and herbal.

👅 Flavor Experience

Expect a layered taste that moves from sweet to savory:

• Sweet berry and blueberry — often the first impression, with apricot noted by some
• Diesel — the glue-family signature, usually mid-palate
• Coffee and earthy notes — a roasted, bitter base
• Spicy and peppery finish — consistent with caryophyllene

🎯 Effects & Experience

Reported effects span both ends of the spectrum, which fits the 50/50 hybrid label:

• Euphoric and happy — the most consistent mood effects
• Uplifted, creative and focused — a mentally active side
• Relaxed — a body ease that builds alongside the head effects
• Sleepy — mainly reported at higher doses or later in the day
• Energetic — mentioned by a minority of sources

Because the effects lean in more than one direction, dose and timing shape the experience. Smaller amounts tend to keep things bright and creative, while larger ones lean toward relaxation and sleepiness.

🎮 Use Cases & Activities

• Listening to Music and Painting & Drawing — for the creative, euphoric headspace
• Watching TV & Movies — easy, relaxed enjoyment
• Focus & Concentration — reported by several sources at modest doses
• Evening Wind-Down and Sleep & Bedtime — when the body effects take over
• Stretching and Stress Relief — for physical and mental decompression

💚 Medical & Therapeutic Potential

These points come from user and retailer reports rather than clinical trials on this cultivar. Always consult a healthcare professional.

• Stress and anxiety — may help promote calm, though one source lists "anxious" among reported effects, so go gently
• Low mood — the uplifted, euphoric profile may help with mood swings and depressive feelings
• Chronic pain — caryophyllene and a relaxing body effect may help with discomfort
• Muscle soreness and tension headaches — mentioned in one source
• Sleep — evening use may support rest

⚠️ Consumer Considerations

Commonly reported side effects include:

• Dry mouth
• Dry eyes
• Dizziness
• Anxiety — more likely with high doses or low tolerance

With its high-THC potential, it suits intermediate to experienced consumers best. Newer users should start with a very small amount.