Super Sonic strain guide
Super Sonic, also written Supersonic, is a sativa-leaning hybrid with a sweet tropical and citrus smell. Reviewers mostly describe a fast, uplifting and sociable feel. Its parentage is disputed, and the name has been attached to more than one plant.
Where does Super Sonic come from?
Super Sonic's history is not well documented, and sources tell different stories. The older account ties it to Quantum Kush, with one version naming Quantum Kush and Snow Lotus as the parents. A separate account credits LIT Farms with a Super Sonic bred from Gary Payton and Project 4516, which would make it a very different plant.
Those two stories don't overlap, so it's likely that more than one breeder has used the name. A similar-sounding Super Sonicz from The Bakery Genetics is a separate strain again.
What does Super Sonic smell and taste like?
Most descriptions start with sweet tropical fruit and citrus, with a mildly sour edge. Underneath, reviewers pick up earth, spice and a pungent note, and one listing mentions a hint of diesel.
No major source publishes terpene results for Super Sonic, so we can't say which terpenes lead. The flavour is usually described as tropical and fruity with a sour finish.
Super Sonic effects: what people report
People most often describe Super Sonic as quick to come on, uplifting and euphoric, with a sociable, creative side and a light tingle in the body rather than heavy sedation. Not every report agrees, though: at least one reviewer found it very sleepy, which may reflect the different plants sold under this name.
These are experiences people report, not promises. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your own tolerance.
How strong is Super Sonic?
Published figures for Super Sonic flower are moderate: about 11% to 18% THC, with around 1% CBD. Only one major database lists a range, so treat it as a rough guide. A version from newer Gary Payton genetics could test quite differently.
Vape products sold as Super Sonic are distillate, with THC numbers far above flower, so the two aren't comparable. Start with a small amount, give it time, and check the label for the batch in your hand. Our guide to reading cannabis labels can help.
Buying Super Sonic in Canada
In Canada the name has appeared on vape products, and it may show up as flower or pre-rolls too. Since more than one plant uses the name, the producer and the numbers on the label tell you more than the strain name does.
Check the THC and CBD figures, the product format and the packaging date before you buy.
Super Sonic vs Gary Payton
Gary Payton is a well-documented Cookies strain bred from The Y and Snowman, and it's named as a parent in one account of Super Sonic. There's no agreement on that link, so think of them as possible relatives rather than confirmed family. Gary Payton smells gassy and peppery with a little citrus, and listings often put it far higher in THC. Super Sonic, as most sources describe it, is sweeter and more tropical with a lighter, more sociable feel. If you want gas and strength, Gary Payton is the pick. If fruit and a gentler number appeal, try Super Sonic.
Strains like Super Sonic
If you like Super Sonic, these are worth trying:
- Gary Payton: named as a parent in one account, gassy and peppery with a focused feel.
- Project 4516: the other parent in that same account, with a gassy, fruity smell.
- Tropicana Cookies: bright citrus and tropical fruit with an upbeat reputation.
- Green Crack: a sweet, fruity sativa-leaning strain known for an energetic feel.
