As New York State’s legal recreational cannabis market continues to evolve, we remain on a mission to discover and assess the quality of various offerings. Our focus today is on Sour Orange Diesel Kush (SODK), a strain cultivated by Nanticoke in Endicott, NY. This is our first experience with Nanticoke’s products, offering us a fresh perspective on a new player in this rapidly developing market.
The Breeding Behind SODK
SODK is an autoflowering hybrid strain developed by Mephisto Genetics, known for their specialization in autoflowers. The genetic makeup of SODK is a blend of Sour Orange Diesel and Breeding Auto OD1, crossed with Triangle F1, resulting in a 30/70 Indica/Sativa hybrid.
Packaging and First Impressions
SODK comes in a plastic pill bottle-style container with clean, attractive labeling that highlights its New York origin. The first thing we noticed upon inspecting the product was the aroma, which was present but not particularly strong, likely due to the dryness of the cannabis.
Tasting Notes and Experience
Flavor: Lackluster Terpene Profile
From a taste perspective, SODK is mostly lacking in terpenes and flavor, likely due to being overdried. There are some mild citrus notes, but these are mostly just a distant hint as things burn too hot and fast due to the dryness.
Effects: Mild but Present
The effects of SODK are there but mild, providing hallmark sativa clean buzzy energy and nice pain relief without inducing couch lock. While the effects are not negligible, they don’t quite meet the expectations set by its genetic profile.
Pricing and Overall Value
A Question of Value for Money
Priced at $44 for an 1/8th, SODK feels overpriced considering its overdried state and the resulting lack of potency and flavor. A more appropriate price point would be closer to $100 an ounce, reflective of its current quality.
Final Thoughts and Rating
Conclusion: Room for Improvement
Our experience with Nanticoke’s SODK earns it a 2 out of 5. While there’s potential, the execution in drying and curing falls short. We’re hopeful that this is just a bump in the road for Nanticoke and not a trend. Upcoming reviews will include Nanticoke’s Apple Fritter strain and others, providing further insights into the New York cannabis scene.
