Acapulco Gold
Sativa
Unknown — originally from Guerrero Mountains, Mexico
Acapulco, Mexico
10 reviews
Acapulco Gold is one of the most famous cannabis strains in history, originating from the Guerrero Mountains near Acapulco, Mexico. It became a counterculture icon in the 1960s and 70s when travelers brought it back from Mexican beach towns, and it was immortalized in songs and pop culture.
💊 Cannabinoids
THC21%
CBD1%
✨ Effect Profile
🌡️ Terpenes
👃 Aroma & Flavor
Aroma: Sweet and earthy with notes of citrus, pine, and a distinctive nutty aroma
SweetEarthyPineCitrus
⚕️ Medical & Side Effects
May help with
Depression
Stress
Fatigue
Pain
Possible side effects
Dry mouth
Dry eyes
Anxiety
🧬 Genetics
BreederUnknown — originally from Guerrero Mountains, Mexico
OriginAcapulco, Mexico
Parent strains
Mexican Landrace Sativa
💡 Fun Facts
- Immortalized in Rick James' song 'Super Freak' — 'Acapulco Gold is incredibly strong'
- Named for its distinctive golden color that comes from the particular climate of the Guerrero Mountains
🌱 Growing Info
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Flowering | 10-12 weeks |
| Outdoor harvest | Late October |
| Indoor yield | 350-450g/m² |
| Outdoor yield | 500g per plant |
| Height | 120-180cm |
| Climate | Tropical / Warm |
| Seed price | ±€26 / 5 seeds (€€€) |
| Price note | Legendary heritage |
Golden-green buds with amber-orange pistils and a distinctive golden hue that gives the strain its name
🛒 Buy Seeds
Sensi Seeds
★ 4.5
Mr. Nice Seedbank
★ 4.6
Ace Seeds
★ 4.6