Gorilla Glue

Where does Gorilla Glue come from?

Gorilla Glue, first released as Gorilla Glue #4, comes from GG Strains, a breeder based in Nevada. It's usually described as a cross of Chem's Sister, Sour Dubb and Chocolate Diesel, though some sources list only the first two. It reportedly began by accident, when a Chem's Sister plant pollinated a Sour Dubb, and GG4 was the plant kept from those seeds.

It made its name by winning several cannabis cups in 2014 and 2015. In 2017 the company that makes Gorilla Glue adhesive sued the breeder over the name. They settled that year with no money changing hands, and the breeder agreed to drop the word Gorilla, which is why many labels now say GG4 or Original Glue.

What does Gorilla Glue smell and taste like?

Gorilla Glue smells pungent and earthy, with pine, a sour note and a chemical, diesel edge. Some people also pick up hints of chocolate or coffee underneath.

Caryophyllene usually leads its terpene results and adds pepper and spice, followed by myrcene for the earthy, musky side and limonene for a little citrus. The flavour is earthy and piney, with a diesel bite.

Gorilla Glue effects: what people report

Reports lean toward relaxed and happy, with a strong body feel that many describe as couch-lock. A euphoric lift often comes first, and sleepy and hungry come up a lot as it settles in.

These are experiences people report, not promises. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your tolerance. Dry mouth and dry eyes are the most common complaints, and some mention feeling anxious or dizzy at higher amounts.

How strong is Gorilla Glue?

Gorilla Glue is known as one of the stronger classic strains. Published ranges usually put it around 18% to 30% THC, with a few reports above that, and CBD is usually close to zero.

If you're new to cannabis, start with a small amount and give it time before having more. Edibles can take 30 minutes to 2 hours to kick in, so waiting matters even more there. Your batch's THC and CBD are on the label, and those numbers matter more than the name.

Buying Gorilla Glue in Canada

Because of the name change, you may find it as Gorilla Glue, GG4, GG #4 or Original Glue. Formats you might see include dried flower, pre-rolls, vape cartridges and concentrates.

Labels vary by producer, so check the THC and CBD for that batch and the packaging date, since fresher flower keeps more of its smell. A loud, earthy, gassy smell when you open it is a good sign.

Gorilla Glue vs Sour Diesel

Both have a fuel smell, but they feel like opposites. Sour Diesel is the energetic one: sharp diesel and lemon, with a fast, upbeat daytime feel. Gorilla Glue is earthier and piney, and reports lean toward a heavy, relaxed body feel that can turn sleepy. It also tends to test higher for THC. If you want energy, Sour Diesel is the pick. For something heavier, Gorilla Glue is the classic.

Strains like Gorilla Glue

If you like Gorilla Glue, try these next:

• GMO: another heavy, gassy hybrid, with garlic in place of pine.
• OG Kush: a classic with fuel and pine, a bit brighter thanks to its lemon side.
• Bubba Kush: heavy and relaxed, with coffee and chocolate notes.
• Sour Diesel: the diesel smell, with a much more energetic feel.