Amaretto Sour strain guide
Amaretto Sour is an indica-leaning hybrid from Seed Junky Genetics, made by crossing Zkittlez with a Biscotti and Sherb BX cross. People know it for a sweet, nutty smell that really does call the cocktail to mind, and for a tingly, upbeat feel that eases into relaxation.
Where does Amaretto Sour come from?
Amaretto Sour comes from Seed Junky Genetics. The cross the sources agree on is Zkittlez crossed with Biscotti x Sherb BX, which puts fruity candy genetics on one side and cookie and sherbet genetics on the other.
You'll also see it spelled Amoretto Sour, which is how some breeder records list it. Not every plant sold under the name is the same: at least one grower describes its own cut with a slightly different Zkittlez parent, so the label matters.
What does Amaretto Sour smell and taste like?
The smell is sweet and nutty first, with floral and cherry notes and a little citrus. Many reviewers also pick up diesel and a sharper, chemical edge underneath, which keeps it from being purely sugary.
Published terpene results list caryophyllene first, then humulene and limonene, though one write-up names myrcene as the likely lead. Caryophyllene brings a peppery bite, humulene an earthy, woody note and limonene the citrus. The taste follows the nose: sweet and nutty with a creamy, fruity finish.
Amaretto Sour effects: what people report
People most often call Amaretto Sour tingly, euphoric and uplifted. Reviewers also mention feeling giggly, talkative or creative early on, then more relaxed as it settles, which fits its slight indica lean.
These are experiences people report, not promises, and there aren't many reviews yet. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your own tolerance. Dry mouth and dry eyes are the most common complaints.
How strong is Amaretto Sour?
Amaretto Sour is usually listed as a high-THC strain. Published figures sit around 23% to 25% THC, with very little CBD.
Start with a small amount and give it time before having more. The numbers for your batch are on the label, and our guide to reading cannabis labels explains how to read them.
Buying Amaretto Sour in Canada
Watch for the spellings Amaretto, Amoretto and Ameretto Sour, which usually point to the same strain. If a lineage is printed, look for Zkittlez and Biscotti x Sherb BX.
You might find it as dried flower, pre-rolls or concentrates. Check the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date, since fresher flower keeps more of that nutty sweetness.
Amaretto Sour vs Zkittlez
Zkittlez is one of Amaretto Sour's parents. Zkittlez is all fruit candy and usually described as calm and mellow, while Amaretto Sour adds nutty, floral and gassy notes from its Biscotti side and is listed a few points higher in THC. People call Amaretto Sour more tingly and talkative before it relaxes. If you want straight candy sweetness, try Zkittlez. If a nuttier, more layered smell sounds better, go for Amaretto Sour.
Strains like Amaretto Sour
If you like Amaretto Sour, these are the closest matches:
- Zkittlez: one of its parents, with sweet fruit candy and a calmer reputation.
- Biscotti: in its family tree, with a sweet cookie smell and a gassy, nutty edge.
- Blue Zkittlez: another Zkittlez cross, sweet berry and mellow.
