Grandpa's Stash strain guide
Grandpa's Stash, also written Grandpas Stash, is an Ethos Genetics hybrid built from three old-school strains: Super Skunk, OG Kush and Afghan Kush. True to its name, it smells classic, with skunk, earth, pine and a hint of tobacco. People mostly describe it as relaxed and happy.
Where does Grandpa's Stash come from?
Two strain databases agree on the recipe: a 1994 cut of Super Skunk, a 1992 cut of OG Kush and a 1970s cut of Afghan Kush. Both credit Ethos Genetics as the breeder. The dates are part of the story, since the idea was to bring together genetics from an earlier era, which is where the name comes from.
One strain database describes it as mostly indica, and Ethos has since used it as a parent. The best known of its offspring is Grandpa Cookies, a cross with Ethos Cookies.
What does Grandpa's Stash smell and taste like?
Skunk leads, with earthy, woody and pine notes behind it and a dry, tobacco-like edge. Some reviewers also mention pepper. It's not a sweet or fruity strain, so expect something closer to the classics than to modern dessert strains.
One strain database lists myrcene as its main terpene, followed by limonene and caryophyllene. Myrcene brings the earthy, musky base, limonene a little brightness and caryophyllene the peppery bite. The flavour follows the smell: skunky and earthy, with a spicy finish.
Grandpa's Stash effects: what people report
People most often describe Grandpa's Stash as relaxed, happy and euphoric. Reviews also mention feeling tingly or giggly, and some find it creative or focused at smaller amounts. At higher amounts, a few people say it gets heavy enough to keep them on the couch.
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 people mention feeling paranoid.
How strong is Grandpa's Stash?
Grandpa's Stash is usually listed in the high-THC range. One strain database gives about 20% to 25% THC, and another database's header lists 20%, though its own description gives a much lower figure, so published numbers aren't fully consistent. CBD is close to zero.
If you're new to it, start small and give it time before having more. The number printed on your label is for that batch, and it's the one to trust.
Buying Grandpa's Stash in Canada
Check the label for THC, CBD and, if it's listed, the terpene profile. Myrcene near the top fits what's been published for this strain. Don't mix it up with Grandpa Cookies, its offspring, which can sit on the same shelf.
Look at the packaging date as well, since fresher flower keeps more of that skunky smell.
Strains like Grandpa's Stash
If you like Grandpa's Stash, these are the closest matches:
- Grandpa Cookies: its offspring, with added lemon and diesel.
- Super Skunk: one of its parents and the source of that skunky smell.
- OG Kush: another parent, with more fuel and lemon.
- Afghan Kush: the oldest part of the family, earthy, hashy and calm.
