The 8 Best Diesel Strains to Try

If your local pharmacies are like mine, they probably carry a variation of Diesel: Sour Diesel, NY Sour Diesel, East Coast Diesel, East Coast Sour Diesel… you get the picture. There is a lot of diesel on these shelves. So much so that even if you’re a strain lover, you might not be able to keep up with its many crosses and phenotypes—especially given the strain’s rambling, repetitive naming conventions.

What’s the difference between them? Here, genetics take a backseat and stoner lore takes precedence.

The origin of the diesel varieties

The origin story of Diesel takes place at a Grateful Dead concert where two cannabis breeders named Chemdog and Joe had a peanut butter-meets-chocolate moment smoking and reacting to each other’s bud. From there, the original buds were grown again, creating Diesel, colloquially for divine grade bud. Then she was cross pollinated with Sour Diesel and again with NYC Sour Diesel and so on.

It’s supposedly called “sour” — not for its aromatic contributions, but because only “sour” people have smoked it, depending on who you ask. Whatever you call it, Diesel, Sour Diesel, and NYC Diesel are all extremely energetic parents and are included in the genetics of many contemporary, uplifting strains.

Below we dive into the spectrum of effects of eight diesel crossbreeds and round up some favorites for both established diesel fans and new consumers alike.

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Detroit Diesel

Also known as Dieselrella, this NYC Diesel x Cinderella 99 cross is reported to deliver a strong euphoria in both the mind and body. Consumers describe soaring cerebral effects and upbeat physical vibes that lend themselves well to socializing events. Therapeutic users report potential relief from depression, migraines, and stress.

Expect a gassy, ​​sour nose and a lemony diesel exhale.

diesel berry

This berry-potent NYC Diesel x Berry Ryder cross exhibits the best qualities of both parents: a gentle physical release from Berry genetics and energetic physical vibes of NYC Diesel.

Recreational users report talkative, social highs and tingly, bubbly body effects, borrowing the strain for daytime activities or social evenings.

Expect a gassy, ​​berry-sweet nose and a citrusy, gassy exhale.

biodiesel

Strain hunters looking for a Diesel expression that produces balanced effects should consider Bio Diesel, a cross between Sour Diesel and Sensi Star. She reportedly delivers a swooning start that unfolds into a deeply euphoric high.

The responsive vibes can keep alert consumers peppy and soothe those who are already struggling to get couchlocked.

Expect an earthy, funky and gassy nose and a peppery, chemical outburst.

Blue diesel

Uni stoners who rely on heavy effects are probably already fans of Blue Diesel, a cross between Blueberry and NYC Diesel. She delivers a deep, sleep-supporting body high and a blissful, meditative head high.

Newer consumers are noticing that this Blue Diesel delivers a classic, heavy stone. Therapeutic consumers hailed it for its effectiveness in treating anxiety, chronic pain, and insomnia.

Expect a gassy blueberry nose and exhale to match.

diesel-like

This heady hybrid of NYC Diesel and Grandaddy Purple is reported to deliver a potentially uplifting head high and body relaxation. She also has a complex flavor profile that features a chaotic assemblage of terpenes.

Although its genetics appear balanced, the effects reportedly distort the sedative. Drug users describe potential relief from chronic pain, arthritis and stress.

Expect a gassy sweet cheesy perfume and hints of ammonia and cheese.

dieseltonic

This NYC Diesel x Cannatonic cross is a balanced strain suited to the needs of recreational and therapeutic consumers exploring 1:1 THC:CBD strains.

Dieseltonic rarely hits 10% cannabinoids, making her an excellent intro strain for low-tolerance consumers, and a potentially effective therapeutic strain across the board, with reports describing relief from MS, eye pressure, spasms, and chronic pain.

Expect a chemical berry aroma and a gassy citrus scent.

diesel train

Active stoners looking for strains that deliver energetic body highs alongside calming, soothing head highs might enjoy a few hits of Diesel Train. This cross between Ghost Train Haze and East Coast Sour Diesel is a powerhouse full of panache, with users reporting physically energizing and mentally creative and focused highs. For those whose wake n’ bake precedes a morning workout, Diesel Train can become a staple.

Expect a buttery, gassy perfume and a lively, ammonia and citrus scent.

asked

This superbly balanced hybrid of Big Buddha Cheese and NYC Diesel is a potent psychotropic strain prized for its colorful head effects and bright body high. Users report both talkative and introspective highs, along with body effects that vibrate with blissful energy. Therapeutic consumers report relief from loss of appetite, chronic pain, and depression.

Expect a funky cheese nose and a spicy diesel exhale.