Gorilla Glue: Cannabis Strain Review & Information

Gorilla Glue, also known as GG4, is a hybrid that owes its name to its sticky buds and powerful couch-locker high. She is one of today’s most popular cannabis strains, and for good reason. Her potency is off the charts.

CHARACTERISTICS OF GORILLA GLUE

Gorilla Glue was created by chance by Joesy Whales and Lone Watie at GG Strains. Although the original is a 63% indica, there are now many variants available that span the indica-sativa spectrum.

Genetics	Indica / Sativa
Parents	Chem’s Sister, Sour Dubb, Chocolate Diesel
THC	18–25%+
CBD	0.10%
Flavours	Spicy, Pine, Sweet, Berries
Effects	Relaxing, Happy

The discovery of Gorilla Glue happened by accident when a hermaphrodite Chem’s Sister in the care of GG Strains accidentally pollinated a Sour Dubb. The breeders kept the seeds and germinated them later, giving birth to what is today one of the world’s most notorious strains. She got her name due to her high resin production—that makes buds stick to the hands when handled—and her deep, couch-locking stone.

Almost every seed bank today carries a variant of Gorilla Glue. Many of these are balanced 50/50 hybrids, although some variants lean more toward the indica side. Gorilla Glue is known for its high potency, with average THC levels ranging from 18–25% and above. Some phenotypes of the strain contain as much as 30% THC, making Gorilla Glue one of the most potent cultivars on the modern market. The strain provides a powerful effect that balances a strong physical stone with a cerebral high.

The strain has won multiple awards, including 1st prize at the 2014 Michigan and Los Angeles Cannabis Cups, as well as 1st prize at the High Times Jamaican World Cup the following year.

HOW TO GROW GORILLA GLUE

Gorilla Glue is relatively easy to cultivate. Even growers with little experience can expect good results with this strain in their tent. More experienced growers will really be able to push production to the max

Grow Difficulty	Beginner / Intermediate
Best suitable to grow	Indoors / Outdoors
Climate	Warm and Sunny
Variety	Feminized
Height Indoor	Tall
Height Outdoor	Tall
Flowering Time	8–9 Weeks
Harvest period (outdoor)	Mid-October
Yield Indoor	550g/m²
Yield Outdoor	650g+ per plant

Gorilla Glue is suitable for both indoor and outdoor operations. The strain has good resistance to cannabis diseases and doesn’t have any special requirements.

Gorilla Glue adapts well to all sorts of growing media, from soil to hydroponics, and she is a good candidate for plant training techniques like ScrOG, LST, topping, or SOG. The strain needs about 8–9 weeks to flower, producing up to 550g/m² in optimal indoor conditions.

Outdoors, Gorilla Glue does best in a sunny and warm climate. Plants can get rather tall and reward with 650g/plant or more in mid-October.

GORILLA GLUE: FLAVOUR & EFFECTS

Gorilla Glue is very aromatic due the strain’s high terpene and resin production. She tastes very much the way she smells. Her flavour profile is complex, with notes of sweetness, spice, fruit, earth, and dark wood. She features hints of coffee, chocolate, and fuel, making her a moreish delight.

Although Gorilla Glue is remarkably potent with average THC levels in the mid-to-high 20s, some plants can reach as much as 30% THC. For this reason, she may not be a strain for the uninitiated, but then again, she delivers a balanced high. She “glues” the user to the couch in deep relaxation for many hours, but pairs this with a pronounced euphoric head high. She is a very good night-time strain to just kick back and relax with, but also makes a good strain to enjoy when chilling with friends. Just be prepared for a high that lasts several hours.

GORILLA GLUE: FINAL VERDICT

Gorilla Glue is a legendary hybrid for many reasons. For cannabis connoisseurs, she ticks all the boxes of what one could wish for in top-shelf marijuana. As if the experience wasn't already exceptional, she delivers her world-class bud with little fuss, in little time. This makes her a top strain for all types of cannabis enthusiasts.