Strain data curated by the Hudson Valley editorial team — reviews + dispensary context from Manhattan.
Strain Library · Indica · Hindu Kush mountain landrace
Afghan Kush
Afghan Kush is the foundational landrace from the Hindu Kush mountain range that gave the entire Kush family its name.
Flavor is the original Kush profile: earthy and woody with a sweet hashy middle and a long spicy finish. Myrcene leads, with caryophyllene and humulene support. Common on NY, California, and MA shop menus, and a friendly pick for adults 21+ shopping for full-strength evening flower.
- Tasting notes
- earthy, woody, sweet, spicy
- Terpenes
- myrcene, caryophyllene, humulene
We describe cultivars by smell and taste only. Ask the shop what a first serving looks like, and start small.
Frequently asked
Is Afghan Kush a sativa, indica, or hybrid?
Afghan Kush is classified as a indica strain. Its genetic lineage is Hindu Kush mountain landrace.
What does Afghan Kush taste like?
Afghan Kush's flavor profile is characterized by earthy, woody, sweet, and spicy notes.
What THC range does Afghan Kush test at?
Afghan Kush typically tests at 18–22% THC. The exact figure is on the label of each batch; ask the shop what a first serving looks like and start small.
Where to ask
Licensed New York dispensaries
Licensed shops to call or visit about Afghan Kush and other indica strains. Verify license status via the OCM QR code at cannabis.ny.gov.
Reviews
What reviewers said
Sign in to write a review.
Sign inNo reviews yet — be the first to share how Afghan Kush felt.