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Acapulco Gold delivers heavy harvests and a soaring high that keeps your head clear and spirits lifted. With rich flavors and citrusy aromas, this classic sativa is one worth growing.
Acapulco Gold delivers heavy harvests and a soaring high that keeps your head clear and spirits lifted. With rich flavors and citrusy aromas, this classic sativa is one worth growing.
Few strains carry the weight of legend like Acapulco Gold. Straight out of the warm hillsides around Acapulco, this sativa-dominant classic has been lighting up the cannabis world since the '60s. It’s the kind of strain that gets mentioned in books, music, and old-school stoner folklore, and for good reason. Big golden buds, that signature earthy-sweet aroma, and a euphoric high that just keeps going. If you’re hunting for a piece of true cannabis history, this one deserves a spot in your grow.
Acapulco Gold hails from the coastal regions of Mexico, specifically around Acapulco, where it first gained fame for its striking golden hues and uplifting effects. It’s a landrace-based strain that’s been carefully preserved and stabilized over the decades. This modern version keeps all the charm of the original while being a bit more cooperative in controlled environments. A true throwback that still holds its own in a market full of flashy hybrids.
The high is classic sativa: energetic, clear-headed, and long-lasting. Expect a wave of creativity and happiness with zero couch lock, making it a favorite for daytime sessions or social settings. Flavor-wise, it brings a warm blend of sweet toffee, earth, and spice, layered with a subtle nuttiness that lingers on the tongue. It's not overbearing. Just smooth, flavorful, and instantly recognizable if you’ve had it before.
THC levels usually sit comfortably between 20% and 23%, so it packs a punch without going overboard. You’ll feel it in the first few pulls, but it’s a creeper too. It builds steadily and doesn’t taper off too quickly. CBD is negligible, making it better suited to recreational use or for folks seeking a mental lift over physical relief.
Dominant terpenes include myrcene, caryophyllene, and limonene. That combo brings out the earthy base, a little peppery warmth, and a fresh citrus note on the finish. The aroma alone is enough to make you stop and lean in for another sniff.
Acapulco Gold isn’t the easiest strain for beginners, but it’s far from unmanageable. It likes warmth, airflow, and a bit of patience. Sativa structure means it stretches a bit during flower, so topping and training are your best friends if space is limited. It’s also fairly resistant to pests and mildew, so once it gets going, it tends to thrive.
Indoors, you can expect heights between 39 inch and 47 inch if you manage the canopy. Yields fall in the 12.3 oz to 17.6 oz range with a proper setup. Outdoors, this plant really shines. Given full sun and a long season, it can reach 79 inch and bring in up to 21.2 oz, especially in Mediterranean-style climates or a solid greenhouse setup.
Acapulco Gold needs a bit more time to finish, usually around 10 to 11 weeks indoors. Outdoors, it’s typically ready to harvest by mid to late October. That extra time is worth it though, as the buds come in dense, sparkling, and frosted with golden hues that gave the strain its name in the first place.
Ready to grow a legend? Acapulco Gold seeds are a must for anyone who appreciates cannabis history and wants a plant that delivers on every front: flavor, yield, and a high that’s stood the test of time. With fast, discreet shipping and a germination guarantee, you’re in good hands when you order from WeedSeedsExpress. Give your grow some golden energy and see why this strain keeps earning its place among the greats.
Lineage | Mexican X Central American |
Flowering Type | photoperiod |
Gender | feminized |
Genotype | Sativa dominant |
Ratio | 80 % Sativa / 20 % Indica |
Grower Profile | Advanced |
THC | Up to 23.00% |
CBD | Up to 0.70% |
Yield Indoor | Up to 1.6 oz/sq. ft |
Yield Outdoor | Up to 21 oz/plant |
Height Indoor | Up to 47 inch |
Height Outdoor | Up to 79 inch |
Climate | Temperate, Mediterranean, Arid |
Flowering Time | 63 to 70 days |
Flavors | Fruity, Sweet, Citrus, Lemon |
Terpines | Alpha Pinene, Linalool, Limonene |
Effects | Euphoric, Happy, Relaxed, Social, Uplifting, Creative |
Great customer service. First order got stopped by customs and they replaced them. Plants are great and beautiful( big nugs). Also wanted to post some pics but can’t find out how
Genetics come from Guerrero state, Michoacán state and Jalisco state in Mexico. Which is not a Central America Country. North America start in Mexico please take some Geography class.
1 found this usefulGrear service and some mighty fine bud. great gen rate buy with confidence your getting what you pay for.
1 found this usefula truly awesome old school strain,,, a very potent weed, took well to the high heat in the greenhouse we have at times,,I love these old strains . a must grow for the personal collection...to see the full grow from beginning to end, go to my growdiaries page at: https://growdiaries.com/grower/spyder
3 found this usefulThis is a great strain and quite easy to grow (S/E Qld. Australia). I just grew them outdoors in 45 litre pots with a quality potting mix from the local hardware store and they turned out amazing. Been growing all sorts for 30+ years and I reckon this one is perfect. As for WSExpress... perfect also. Why would you bother getting seeds from anywhere else? Seriously!
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