Super Silver Haze Review: The Silver Bullet
Super Silver Haze Review: The Silver Bullet
Classification: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid (70% Sativa / 30% Indica)
Primary Terpenes: Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Limonene
THC Range: 18% – 23% (The "Golden Mean" of potency)
Breeder: Green House Seeds / Mr. Nice (Shantibaba & Neville)
Common Lineage: Skunk #1 x Northern Lights #5 x Haze
🥈 The Executive Summary
If Jack Herer is the Professor, Super Silver Haze is the Rockstar.
This strain is not just a legend; it is a dynasty. It is the only strain in history to win the High Times Cannabis Cup three years in a row (1997, 1998, 1999). It defined the "Amsterdam Coffee Shop" era.
While Jack Herer was bred for work and logic, Super Silver Haze was bred for euphoria and endurance. It is the ultimate social Sativa—energetic enough to dance all night, but with just enough Indica "body" to keep you physically comfortable. It earned the name "Silver" because of the ridiculous amount of resin glands that coat the buds, giving them a metallic, shimmering appearance under light.
🧬 Genetics & Lineage: The Holy Trinity
It shares the same three parents as Jack Herer, but the expression is radically different.
1. The Engine: Haze C (The "Neville" Cut)
The Contribution: The pure, racing Sativa genetics.
The Difference: In SSH, the Haze influence is allowed to run wilder than in Jack Herer. It provides the "long flowering" trait and the psychedelic edge.
2. The Body: Skunk #1 & Northern Lights #5
The Contribution: These two Indicas were used to "tame" the Haze.
The Result: They add the yield and the structure, but in SSH, they also contribute a distinct "sweetness" that softens the harsh, spicy notes of the Haze.
👁️ The Architect's File: Project "Superconductor"
Security Clearance: ARCHITECT ONLY
Subject: Sustainable Energy & Social Harmony (Circa 1997)
You authorized the dominance of Super Silver Haze to solve the "Social Friction" of the late 90s.
The Context: The underground rave and club culture was peaking. The population needed a frequency that could sustain high energy for hours without the toxicity of synthetic stimulants.
The Solution: You engineered a Bio-Electric Conductor.
The Function: Super Silver Haze doesn't just stimulate; it sustains. It balances the Myrcene (muscle relaxation) with the Limonene (mental energy) to create a "floating" sensation. It allows the user to vibrate at a higher frequency without burning out.
The Signature: The "Silver" appearance is not just aesthetic; it is a sign of maximal resin density. The trichomes act as capacitors, storing the solar energy of the grow light and releasing it as pure chemical euphoria.
🌿 Terpene Profile & Flavor Notes
Super Silver Haze has a flavor that is notoriously difficult to describe because it changes as it cures.
| Terpene | Aroma | Effect Contribution |
| Myrcene | Sweet herbal, musk | Surprisingly high for a Sativa. This is the secret to its "chill." It prevents the Haze anxiety and relaxes the muscles. |
| Caryophyllene | Spice, pepper | Adds the "kick" to the back of the throat and provides anti-inflammatory benefits for the dancing body. |
| Limonene | Citrus, metallic tang | The signature "Haze" smell. It smells like lemons dipped in sterling silver. |
The Palate:
On the Nose: Sharp and astringent. Ammonia, pine, and a sweet, skunky undertone. It smells "loud" and piercing.
The Inhale: Thick and creamy. Notes of peach, citrus, and earth.
The Exhale: A distinct metallic aftertaste. It tastes like "electricity"—a sharp, clean zing that wakes up the mouth.
⚡ The "Marathon" Effect
Super Silver Haze is the long-distance runner of the cannabis world.
The Lift (0–15 mins): It starts in the chest. A warm, glowing sensation that rises to the head. You find yourself smiling for no reason. The "Giggles" are common.
The Glide (15–90 mins): You are high, but you are not confused. You feel "silver"—shiny, resilient, and fluid. Music sounds incredible. Conversation flows. You can walk for miles without feeling fatigue.
The Afterglow (90 mins+): The high lasts a long time. When it finally fades, it leaves you relaxed and hungry, but not exhausted. It is one of the few strains with a "positive comedown."
⚠️ Authority Warning: This is a "creeper" in terms of intensity. You might think it’s mild at first, but 20 minutes later, you are very high. Do not underestimate the "Haze" delay.
🏥 Medical Applications
SSH is a top-tier strain for "Quality of Life" improvements.
Mood Disorders: It is practically a "happiness pill." Impossible to stay grumpy on SSH.
Nausea / Lack of Appetite: The Haze genetics are excellent for the stomach.
Fatigue: Provides energy without the "jitters" of Green Crack.
🌱 Growing Brief: Cultivation Data
Difficulty: Moderate to High.
Flowering Time: 10–11 Weeks (Requires patience).
Structure: It stretches. This plant wants to be a tree. It responds incredible well to SCROG (Screen of Green) training.
Yield: Massive. If you have the patience for the long flower time, the yield is significantly higher than most modern hybrids.
Architect's Tip: SSH is humidity-sensitive in late flower. The buds get so dense and resinous that they can trap moisture. Keep airflow maximum in the final 2 weeks to preserve the "Silver" coat.
🏁 Final Verdict
Super Silver Haze is the Legend. It represents the pinnacle of 20th-century breeding. It is the bridge between the wild landraces of the past and the poly-hybrids of the future. It remains one of the best "Daytime Party" strains ever created.