Sour Haze Strain: Effects, Flavor & THC Guide

Sour Haze, also sold as Sour Diesel Haze or Sour Haze OG, is a sativa that crosses Sour Diesel with a Haze. It was one of Leafly’s standout spring 2026 picks and is a classic choice for people who like a sharp, sour nose and a clear-headed daytime high.

Quick Facts

Type: Sativa
Lineage: Sour Diesel x Haze
THC: around 24%
Terpenes: Terpinolene, myrcene and limonene
Reported effects: Energetic, Focused, Talkative
Flavor: sour citrus and grapefruit with a diesel finish

What is the Sour Haze strain?

Sour Haze takes the fuel and citrus of Sour Diesel and adds the bright, heady character of a Haze parent. The flowers are typically coated in crystals and the strain is known for potency.

What does Sour Haze taste and smell like?

Most people notice the sour smell first, followed by a citrusy, grapefruit-forward taste with a diesel finish. Terpinolene usually leads the terpene profile, with myrcene and limonene behind it.

What effects does Sour Haze produce?

Users mostly report an energetic, focused and talkative high that keeps them alert, a good fit for daytime and social plans. Anxiousness, paranoia and dry mouth are the most commonly reported side effects, so start low if you are sensitive to strong sativas.

Where to find Sour Haze

Sour Haze is a newer release, so availability depends on your state and which growers your local dispensaries carry. Check dispensary menus near you, and remember that you can earn HighRewards points at any dispensary when you buy it: check in for 10 to 250 points, depending on the store, then upload your receipt for more.

This article is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Strain details are based on publicly reported data and user reports; effects and potency vary by grower and batch.

FAQ

Is Sour Haze an indica, sativa, or hybrid?

Sour Haze is classified as a sativa, bred from Sour Diesel and Haze.

How much THC does Sour Haze have?

Leafly lists Sour Haze at about 24% THC, though exact numbers vary by grower and batch.

What does Sour Haze taste like?

Sour Haze is usually described as sour citrus and grapefruit with a diesel finish.

What terpenes are in Sour Haze?

Sour Haze’s terpene profile includes terpinolene, myrcene and limonene.

Turn Sour Haze into gift cards

Earn gift cards by earning rewards at any dispensary — and even liquor stores! Every purchase earns points you can redeem for gift cards to Amazon, Starbucks and more with the HighRewards app.