Josh D OG: The Original Resurrected
Josh D OG: The Original Resurrected
Strain Overview
Type: Indica-Dominant Hybrid (60% Indica / 40% Sativa)
Breeder: Karma Genetics (in collaboration with Josh D)
Lineage: SFV OG x Triangle Kush x Hell's Angels OG
Market Status: The "Gold Standard"; Josh D OG is not just another OG Kush cross—it is widely considered the definitive restoration of the original 1992 Florida/California cut. Created by Karma Genetics in partnership with Josh D (the man credited with popularizing the OG Kush clone in Los Angeles in the 90s), this strain combines the three most legendary OG variations to recreate the exact terpene profile and knockout power that started the entire "Kush" craze. It is the genetic baseline against which all other OGs are measured.
THC Content: High (22% – 26%+)
Dominant Terpenes: Myrcene, Limonene, Caryophyllene, Pinene
Key Effects: Deep Narcotic Relaxation, Heavy "Stoned" Feeling, Euphoric Bliss, Sleepiness
Josh D OG is a time machine.
It takes you back to a parking lot in Los Angeles in 1996. It offers the authentic, unadulterated aroma that defined an era: a stinging mix of lemon-scented floor cleaner, fresh pine needles, and spilled diesel fuel. It is aggressive, loud, and incredibly potent, reminding modern smokers why "OG" became a household name in the first place.
History and Lineage: The Trinity of Kush
This strain was a passion project to rescue the original genetics from decades of hybridization and watering down.
The Mission: Josh D (Josh Del Rosso) and Karma Genetics set out to recreate the original "Kush" clone that Josh brought to LA in the mid-90s.
The Ingredients: They didn't just use one cut; they combined the "Holy Trinity" of OG phenotypes:
SFV OG (San Fernando Valley): Provided the lemon cleaner smell and the structural vigor.
Triangle Kush (The Florida Cut): Provided the heavy gas, potency, and white ash quality.
Hell's Angels OG: Provided the earthy, deep kush funk and heavy resin.
The Synthesis: The result is a stable seed line that consistently produces plants that look, smell, and hit exactly like the original clone-only legend. It won the Emerald Cup for a reason—it is the truest expression of OG available in seed form.
Terpene Profile: The Definition of Gas
The aroma of Josh D OG is the reference point for the descriptor "Dank."
Dominant Terpenes
Myrcene (The Heavy): The dominant terpene. It provides the earthy, musky base and the sedative effects. In this strain, it smells like damp soil and forest floor.
Limonene (The Sting): High concentration. It creates the signature lemon pledge / industrial cleaner scent that stings the nose.
Caryophyllene (The Fuel): Adds the aggressive diesel and black pepper kick. It gives the smoke its "bite."
Pinene (The Forest): Distinctly present. It adds a crisp pine sap top note that cuts through the heaviness.
Flavor Notes:
The Aroma: It is pungent and lingering. It smells of pine-sol, gasoline, skunk spray, and damp earth.
The Smoke: Thick, expansive, and oily. It tastes of spicy lemon and woody pine on the inhale, with a heavy fuel finish on the exhale.
Strain Effects: The Narcotic Stone
Josh D OG offers the classic "Indica" experience that made the strain famous. It is heavy, wrapping, and sedative.
The Experience
The Headband: The high starts with a distinct pressure around the eyes and forehead (the classic "headband" feel). It is euphoric and spacey.
The Drop: Very quickly, the energy drops from the head to the body. A profound relaxation weighs down the limbs.
The Zone: It puts you in a happy, stony trance. It is not a social strain; it is an introspective, "stare at the wall and listen to music" strain.
The Sleep: In high doses, it is a guaranteed knockout. It is widely used for treating severe insomnia.
Best For: Late-night sessions, insomnia, chronic pain, muscle recovery, and stress relief.
Growing Josh D OG: The Vine
Growing authentic OG genetics requires some skill. It is not the easiest plant to manage.
Growth Structure
The Stretch: High. True to its lineage, this plant stretches significantly in flower. It grows like a vine—lanky, with long internodes and thin branches.
The Support: Mandatory. You must use trellising or stakes. The branches are too thin to support the density of the buds once they swell.
The Feeding: High. It is a hungry plant. It craves Calcium and Magnesium (Cal-Mag) and can handle a strong P/K boost in flower.
The Yield: Moderate. It does not yield as high as modern production hybrids (like Big Detroit Energy), but the quality is superior. It focuses on resin density rather than biomass.
The Time: It finishes flowering in 9 to 10 weeks.
Grower’s Tip: To maximize the "Gas," keep the temperatures slightly cooler in late flower (below 78°F). High heat can volatilize the terpenes, leaving you with a generic earthy smell. Topping and LST are crucial to create a wider canopy and control the vertical stretch.
Similar Strains / Lineage Relations
If you enjoy the profile or growth of Josh D OG, you might also appreciate these three genetically related or similar strains:
Triangle Kush: The Parent.
Why: If you want to experience the specific Florida-born component of the lineage, Triangle Kush offers a purer, sharper "Swamp Gas" profile, though it is often harder to find and grow than the stabilized Josh D.
SFV OG: The Parent.
Why: If you prefer the Lemon/Pine aspect over the heavy Earth/Gas, the SFV cut is the zestiest member of the family. It is also slightly more "Sativa" in effect initially.
Zweet OG: The Offspring.
Why: As detailed in the previous review, this Ethos strain uses Josh D OG as the mother. Choose Zweet OG if you want the potency of the Josh D but with a heavier yield, stronger stalks, and a "Sour Glue" twist.
Final Verdict: The Original Resurrected
Josh D OG is royalty. It is the closest you can get to smoking the weed that changed the world in the 90s. It doesn't rely on fruity flavors or purple colors to sell itself; it relies on raw, unbridled potency and a terpene profile that screams "high quality." If you want to know what real OG Kush is supposed to taste like, this is the seed to pop.
You should choose Josh D OG if:
You are a Purist.
You love Lemon/Pine/Fuel flavors.
You suffer from Insomnia.
You want to grow a Legend.
Score: 9.8/10 (The Gold Standard)