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Strain Library · Indica · Afghani x Thai

Northern Lights

One of the most famous indica strains ever bred.

Tasting notes
pine, earthy, sweet
Terpenes
myrcene, caryophyllene, limonene
LineageAfghani x Thai
BreederNot listed
On the labelTHC 16–21%
Stocked atAsk a shop

We describe cultivars by smell and taste only. Ask the shop what a first serving looks like, and start small.

Frequently asked

Is Northern Lights a sativa, indica, or hybrid?

Northern Lights is classified as a indica strain. Its genetic lineage is Afghani x Thai.

What does Northern Lights taste like?

Northern Lights's flavor profile is characterized by pine, earthy, and sweet notes.

What THC range does Northern Lights test at?

Northern Lights typically tests at 16–21% THC. The exact figure is on the label of each batch; ask the shop what a first serving looks like and start small.

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Where to ask

Licensed New York dispensaries

Licensed shops to call or visit about Northern Lights and other indica strains. Verify license status via the OCM QR code at cannabis.ny.gov.

Reviews

What reviewers said

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  • J
    4.0

    Worth keeping for the right night

    Tried this on a Sunday-night couch after a long hike. Pine on the palate didn't hurt. Not the strain I'd reach for first, but the one I'd reach for when the night called for it. Picked up at a licensed New York retailer; OCM QR-code verified. 21+, as always.

  • M
    5.0

    Pine forward, with earthy on the exhale

    On the first inhale, the pine comes through clearly — not perfumed, just present. Earthy layers in on the exhale, and the sweet stays around longer than I expected. The indica structure reads honestly: nothing showy, just balanced. Northern Lights earns its name in the catalog. Adults 21+ only.

  • T
    4.0

    Settles in like the catalog says it does

    Settled in for a slow evening at home with this. Reliable for what Northern Lights advertises: nothing surprising, which is the compliment. Bought from a licensed dispensary, verified the QR code, kept it adults-only.