Tenderly tended to its planty peak by the crew at Derby’s Farm, Candy Apple Kush — consisting of Sour Apple (mother) x Triple OG (father) from Mike at Exotic Genetix is as intriguing as it is intimidating. A cultivar with depth, complexity and undeniable presence, it demands attention before you even crack the jar.
Its tall, dark and handsome buds are draped in a deep palette of shadowy shades, ranging from green-black to small pops of purple. Thick trichomes glisten against the inky leaves, creating a visual contrast so striking it’s almost glassy. This offers an obsidian opulence that looks more like a gemstone than ganja.
Cracking a jar of Candy Apple Kush may cause whiplash and will certainly clear a room (or fill it — depending on the crowd). Breaking a nug, and the nose hits just as heavy on both sides of the aroma ring, delivering scoops of savory intrigue that pepper the senses. It’s like a rubber-wrapped sirloin with a side of sweet pear, a contrast that somehow works, pulling you in for another whiff. The flavor follows suit — fruit-forward with a slip of smooth, meaty stank lingering on the tip of your tongue.
As for the smoke? Silky. Plush. Perfectly pleasant. It lingers on the lips, leaving you wanting more, sinking in smoothly as it hugs your lungs. The effect is a slow descent into full-body melt and utter creaminess, like being dipped in dulce de dank — a warm, gooey embrace.
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This article was originally published in the April 2025 issue of Oregon Leaf.
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