RS11

Where does RS11 come from?

RS11 comes from Deo Farms, an Oakland breeder who started with seeds of OZ Kush and kept a selection he called Pink Guava. He crossed Pink Guava with Sunset Sherbet to start what he called the Rainbow Sherbet, or RS, line.

The LA grower Wizard Trees picked plant number 11 from that line, which is where the name comes from, and brought it to market. Most sources give the Pink Guava and Sunset Sherbet cross, though some listings name OZ Kush as a separate parent. That's likely the same family described a different way, since Pink Guava came from OZ Kush. Seeds were not released, so it spread as cuttings.

What does RS11 smell and taste like?

RS11 smells sweet and fruity, with berry, stone fruit and citrus, over a base of gas and pine. Some people describe a sherbet-like sweetness with a Kush note underneath.

Caryophyllene and limonene usually lead its terpene results, with myrcene or humulene after them. Caryophyllene brings a peppery bite and limonene the citrus. The taste tends to start fruity and end with a gassy, slightly skunky finish.

RS11 effects: what people report

People most often describe RS11 as relaxed and euphoric, with a calm, clear head rather than a foggy one. Some call it focused or giggly, which makes it read lighter than many indica-leaning strains.

These are experiences people report, not promises. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your own tolerance. Dry mouth, headache and feeling anxious are the complaints that come up most.

How strong is RS11?

RS11 is usually listed as a high-THC strain, with published figures around 24% THC and very little CBD. There isn't much lab data beyond that, so treat the number as a rough guide.

If you're new to it, start with a small amount and give it time before having more. The THC and CBD numbers for your batch are on the label.

Buying RS11 in Canada

You may see it written as RS11, RS-11 or Rainbow Sherbet #11. Watch for the many newer crosses that use RS11 as a parent, since they carry similar names but are different plants.

You might find it as dried flower or pre-rolls. Check the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date, since fresher flower keeps more of its fruity smell.

RS11 vs Gelato

Gelato and RS11 are cousins: both have Sunset Sherbet as a parent. Gelato pairs it with Thin Mint Girl Scout Cookies and leans sweet, creamy and berry, while RS11 pairs it with Pink Guava and smells fruitier and gassier. People call both relaxed, and RS11 gets described as focused a little more often. If you want creamy dessert sweetness, start with Gelato. If you like fruit with some gas behind it, try RS11.

Strains like RS11

If you like RS11, these are the closest matches:

• Zoap: from the same Rainbow Sherbet line at Deo Farms, with a floral, soapy twist.
• Sunset Sherbet: one of its parents, sweet berry and citrus with a creamy note.
• Pink Guava: the other parent, with apricot and citrus notes.