Strain experience guide

Kosher Dawg

Also known as Hebrew National, Hebrew International

Kosher Dawg is an 80% Indica hybrid from DNA Genetics, crossing Kosher Kush with Stardawg. Nicknamed 'Hebrew National,' this multiple Cannabis Cup winner delivers a euphoric, uplifted onset before settling into deep body relaxation and sleepiness. Diesel, earthy, and pine flavors dominate, backed by myrcene and caryophyllene. A potent, night-time strain best suited for stress relief and unwinding before bed. Read more Show less

Quick Hits

What kind of high is Kosher Dawg?

An indica-dominant hybrid reported as relaxed, euphoric and sleepy. Picked for sleep & bedtime and stress relief at night. The profile features sour diesel flavor, earthy diesel aroma and myrcene as the lead terpene.

High Family
Relaxing High
Deep Body Relaxation
Dominant Terpenes
Myrcene
Smells Earthy, musky, fruity
  • Caryophyllene Spicy, peppery, woody
  • Limonene Citrus, lemon, orange

Listed as reported — no measured order on file for this strain.

How It Feels
Relaxed
  • Euphoric
  • Sleepy
Best For
Smells Like
Earthy diesel
  • Pine
Tastes Like
Sour diesel
  • Earthy
  • Best Time Night
  • Era —
  • Rarity Common

Genetics Indica-Dominant Hybrid A guide to lineage, not a reliable predictor of the high.

Potency Check the label, not the strain Varies by batch, grower and harvest — check the label on the product you are buying. Scan your label → Reported ranges →

Heads up Reported: dry mouth and dry eyes. Responses vary — start low, go slow. Review safety →

Worth knowing

The details that shape the experience

The memorable details

  1. 80% Indica hybrid crossing Kosher Kush and Stardawg from DNA Genetics
  2. Multiple-time High Times Cannabis Cup winner, nicknamed 'Hebrew National'
  3. Myrcene-dominant profile drives deep relaxation and sedating body effects
  4. THC can reach up to 29%, making it a potent choice for experienced users
Explore the full profile Complete experience record Relaxed · Euphoric · Sleepy

Mind, body, and energy

Relaxed Euphoric Sleepy

Best enjoyed during night

Deep relaxation and sleep

Activities people choose it for

Therapeutic reports

Mental Effects

55 %
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    Stress Relief

    Reduces mental tension and promotes relaxation

  • •
    Anxiety Reduction

    Calms anxious thoughts and nervous energy

  • •
    Depression Management

    Elevates mood and counteracts depressive symptoms

  • •
    Sleep Support

    Promotes restful sleep and reduces insomnia

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Stress Relief Pain Relief

Professor High visualization

Body Effects

45 %
  • •
    Chronic Pain Relief

    Reduces persistent pain and discomfort

  • •
    Muscle Relaxation

    Eases muscle tension and spasms

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    Appetite Stimulation

    Increases hunger and addresses appetite loss

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    Anti-inflammatory

    Reduces inflammation and joint stiffness

Medical Disclaimer: This information is AI-generated based on available research and user reports, provided for educational purposes only, and is not intended as medical advice. Cannabis affects everyone differently. Consult with a qualified healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes. Do not use cannabis if pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition without consulting your doctor.

Side effects and safer use

Side effects vary by individual. Start low, go slow. Consult a healthcare professional with concerns.

Dry Mouth
Dry Eyes
Anxiety
Paranoia

These are commonly reported effects. Individual experiences may vary based on dosage, tolerance, and consumption method.

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Aroma, flavor, and chemistry

Look closer Full sensory specimen Diesel · Earthy · Pine

Aroma and flavor

Aromas

Diesel
Earthy
Pine

Flavors

Earthy
Diesel
Sour

Terpene profile

Appearance

Color Palette

deep forest green
olive green
dark khaki
orange pistils
amber trichomes
rust-colored hairs

Texture

Dense, tightly-packed indica-leaning nugs with a thick, frosty coating of trichomes that give the buds a slightly sticky, resinous feel when handled.

Crystal Density

high

Heavy frost coating

Batch context Complete cannabinoid record THC 18-29% · Type I chemovar

There’s more to a strain than THC%.

THC percentage is a property of the product in your hand, not of the strain. It shifts with the batch, the grower, the harvest, and how the flower was cured and stored — the same strain can test several points apart from two different jars.

Treat the ranges below as market context for what to expect on a shelf — then read the actual label on the product you are buying, and use the terpene profile to judge how it will feel.

Type I THC-Dominant

High THC (>15%), low CBD (<1%) - Most common recreational strains

Reported THC Range
18-29%
Professor High

03 · AI interpretation

Professor High interprets the pattern

The moment this hits, I feel a bright euphoric lift — almost playful, like my thoughts loosen up and get a little more colorful. That's the limonene doing its bright citrus work against the diesel backdrop. But it doesn't stay light for long. Within twenty minutes, the myrcene starts pulling me down into the couch, limb by limb, until my whole body feels wrapped in a warm, heavy blanket. My mind stays pleasantly present even as my body goes fully sedate — that's the linalool and caryophyllene teaming up, easing tension I didn't even realize I was holding in my shoulders and jaw. This is not a strain for productivity. This is a strain for surrender. By the tail end, I'm fighting to keep my eyes open, and honestly, I stop fighting. Kosher Dawg doesn't ask permission to make you sleepy — it just gently insists.

Read this as an interpretation of the profile—not clinical advice, a product rating, or a guarantee.

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The helpful detail

Kosher Dawg is an 80% Indica / 20% Sativa hybrid bred by DNA Genetics, built from two heavy-hitting parents that each carry their own cult following. Nicknamed "Hebrew National" (and sometimes "Hebrew International"), it has earned multiple High Times Cannabis Cup wins, cementing its reputation as one of DNA Genetics' most decorated crosses.

🧬 Genetic Heritage & Lineage

Kosher Dawg comes from a cross of Kosher Kush and Stardawg (also known as JJ's Stardawg, and in some phenotypes the Guava selection of Stardawg). Kosher Kush contributes deep body-relaxing indica traits, while Stardawg brings a fuel-forward diesel character and a sharper mental lift. The result is a Type III chemovar — THC-dominant with only trace CBD (0.1–1%) — and a THC range spanning 18% to 29%, meaning potency can vary noticeably from batch to batch.

👃 Terpene Profile & Aromatics

The dominant terpene is Myrcene, the sedating, earthy compound responsible for the strain's heavy, couch-locking undertone. Supporting terpenes include:

  • Caryophyllene — peppery and spicy, contributing to the body-focused pain-relieving qualities
  • Limonene — a citrus brightness that lifts the otherwise heavy profile
  • Humulene — earthy and subtly hoppy, reinforcing the anti-inflammatory character
  • Linalool — a floral, calming note that rounds out the sedative effect

This blend produces a nose dominated by diesel and earthy pungency, layered with pine, floral, and citrus accents.

👅 Flavor Experience

On the exhale, expect the same earthy-diesel backbone from the aroma, joined by sour, spicy, and fuel-like notes. A skunky, pine-forward finish rounds things out, with citrus occasionally surfacing on certain phenotypes.

🎯 Effects & Experience

Kosher Dawg opens with a wave of euphoria and happiness, often accompanied by a burst of creative and uplifted energy before the indica-heavy genetics take hold. As the high progresses, a deeply relaxed and sleepy body stone settles in, making this a strain best reserved for when you have nowhere else to be.

🎮 Use Cases & Activities

Given its sedating trajectory, this strain is best suited for:

  • Sleep & Bedtime — the myrcene- and linalool-driven body heaviness supports winding down
  • Stress Relief — euphoric onset helps quiet a racing mind
  • Relaxing — a go-to for evenings when you want to melt into the couch

💚 Medical & Therapeutic Potential

Users report reaching for Kosher Dawg for both mental and physical relief. On the mental side, it may help with stress, anxiety, depressive symptoms, and insomnia. Physically, it's associated with chronic pain relief, muscle relaxation, appetite stimulation, and anti-inflammatory support — all consistent with its caryophyllene and myrcene content.

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Kosher Dawg has been recognized as a multiple-time High Times Cannabis Cup winner, a credential that speaks to its consistency and popularity within the DNA Genetics lineup.

⚠️ Consumer Considerations

With THC reaching as high as 29% in some batches, this is a strain better suited to experienced consumers or those who titrate carefully. Its heavily sedating profile makes it a poor daytime choice — save it for nighttime wind-down.

Practical guide How people use it Smoking · Vaping · Edibles

Recommended Methods

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Vaping
Edibles
Concentrates
Where it comes from Origins and lineage Kosher Kush × Stardawg · bred by DNA Genetics

Kosher Dawg is a hybrid cross between Kosher Kush and Stardawg (also referenced as JJ's Stardawg or Star Dawg), bred by DNA Genetics. The strain is known by the nickname 'Hebrew National' and has won multiple High Times Cannabis Cups.

Breeder

DNA Genetics

Seed Bank

DNA Genetics

Historical information is actively being researched. Details will be updated as more verified data becomes available.

On the record Awards and recognition 3 awards & mentions
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Evidence and limits

Research notes

This profile assembles public facts in original language, links its supporting sources, and keeps gaps or disagreements visible. It is research provenance—not product or lab certification.

Linked sources
21
Sourced sections
9
Claims under review
82
Profile updated
Aug 31, 2026
Research Edition

Current profile edition

Updated August 31, 2026 · 9 profile areas with section-level sourcing
Featured research profile

This edition records This Is Why I'm High’s synthesis of published information about Kosher Dawg. It describes source-supported patterns and uncertainty; it does not certify genetics, potency, safety, or any product batch.

Profile sources
21
Research evidence confidence
74%
Edition date
August 31, 2026

Evidence confidence summarizes source coverage and consistency for this profile synthesis. It is not a product rating, potency score, or guarantee about any batch.

Source coverage in this edition

  • Classification 20 sources
  • Lineage 19 sources
  • Cannabinoids 16 sources
  • Terpenes 13 sources
  • Reported effects 17 sources
  • Aromas 19 sources
  • Flavors 17 sources
  • Reported medical uses 10 sources
  • Awards 4 sources

History tracking is active

Material changes are recorded as new editions using factual categories and source metadata. Source article prose and reviews are not copied into the history.

Research context What published research says Peer-reviewed studies, terpene science & safety guidance

What does the research say about Kosher Dawg?

Kosher Dawg is a hybrid cannabis strain containing up to 29.0% THC, with a terpene profile dominated by Myrcene and Caryophyllene. This page currently has good data confidence. Below are profile sources when available plus authoritative resources for understanding the compounds in this strain.

Educational resources only — not medical advice. Always consult a qualified clinician for health decisions.

Power-user detail Open sources and methodology 21 linked sources with section-level provenance

Research Methodology

How we compiled this strain profile

74%
Data Confidence

This strain profile was compiled from 21 published sources covering 'Kosher Dawg'. Our research pipeline cross-references these sources and reports how strongly they agree — see the confidence breakdown below.

Data Quality by Section

Terpenes Medium (13 sources)
Effects Low (17 sources)
Lineage Low (19 sources)
Medical Low (10 sources)
Aromas Low (19 sources)
Cannabinoids Low (16 sources)
Last updated: August 31, 2026

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