Black Maple

Overview

Black Maple is a hybrid (reported as roughly 50% indica / 50% sativa) that has built a loud reputation on the competition circuit and in evening sessions. It pairs a sweet, grape-forward flavor with a diesel and spice edge, and its effects lean toward relaxed, euphoric and sleepy. Some sources call it indica-leaning, but most classify it as a hybrid.

🧬 Genetic Heritage & Lineage

Black Maple is a cross of Dulce de Uva and Sherbanger, bred by Harry Palms at Bloom Seed Co. Sources agree on this parentage. The strain is also circulated under the names Black Maple 22 and Black Maple #22, which refer to a specific phenotype.

Cannabinoids

• THC: typically reported at 24-30%. Individual lab results and menus vary widely by source and batch.
• CBD: minimal, 0-1%.
• Chemovar: Type I, meaning THC-dominant.

👃 Terpene Profile & Aromatics

Terpene data for this strain is anecdotal. Sources disagree on the dominant terpene, and no reliable percentages are available. Caryophyllene is most often named as dominant, with limonene and myrcene also commonly cited. Other terpenes reported include:

• Linalool - floral and calming
• Humulene - woody, earthy
• Pinene - piney and sharp
• Guaiol, ocimene and bisabolol - listed as supporting notes

Caryophyllene is a spicy terpene that also acts on CB2 receptors. That fits the peppery edge reported in the aroma and the body relief users describe. Treat these terpene rankings as a general guide, because they vary from cut to cut.

Aromas reported:

• Grape and sweet notes lead
• Diesel and spicy undertones follow
• Earthy, woody, berry and pine show up in the background

👅 Flavor Experience

Expect a grape-candy sweetness up front, backed by diesel and spice. Many reports also mention earthy, woody and vanilla notes, and some mention citrus. The sweet-meets-fuel contrast is the signature of this strain.

🎯 Effects & Experience

Reports are consistent on a relaxing, mood-lifting profile:

• Relaxed - the most commonly reported effect
• Euphoric and happy - a warm mood lift
• Sleepy - reported by about half the sources, especially later in a session
• Uplifted, creative and focused - mentioned by some sources, usually early on
• Hungry - appetite stimulation is reported

Sources describe a mix of head uplift and body relaxation that settles toward sleepiness as the session goes on. That is why it is generally treated as an evening strain.

🎮 Use Cases & Activities

• Evening wind-down after a long day
• Sleep and bedtime routines
• Watching TV and movies
• Eating - appetite stimulation is commonly reported
• Baths and showers
• Listening to music

💚 Medical & Therapeutic Potential

These are consumer reports, not clinical findings. Black Maple may help with:

• Stress - the most frequently cited use
• Anxiety and nervous tension
• Sleep difficulties
• Pain and muscle tension
• Low appetite and nausea
• Low mood

Caryophyllene's CB2 activity is of research interest for body discomfort. Consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for any health concern.

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Black Maple is one of the more decorated modern hybrids:

• 2x High Times Cannabis Cup winner
• Best of Secret Sesh winner
• Blazer's Cup winner
• 8x award winner at the Farmers Cup
• 2023 Oregon Cannabis Cup winner, Black Maple #22 phenotype
• 1st Place Indica, THC Classic (Rooster Magazine), 2023
• Runner-up, Harvest Cup 2024

⚠️ Consumer Considerations

With THC reaching into the high twenties, this is a potent strain, and newer consumers should go slowly. Reported side effects include dry mouth, dry eyes and dizziness. Plan for sleepiness if you use it in the evening.