Cheese Strains

Known throughout the land as some of the most aromatic cannabis around, the naming of Cheese strains was no happy accident. Indeed, Cheese strains are synonymous with potency and pungency. With a massive range of iterations available, determining which Cheese to buy can be a tough decision. But it doesn’t have to be. Here we'll discuss everything you need to know to get up to speed on this powerhouse.

Origins of Cheese cannabis

The story of Cheese begins with Californian cannabis cultivator Sam “The Skunkman”. Responsible for creating Skunk #1 in the 1980s, Sam moved to the Netherlands to cultivate without any risk of attracting unwanted attention. Eventually, a grower located in the southeast of England got their hands on a batch of Skunk seeds and set about cultivating them. The result was huge yields and a distinctively cheesy stench. This potent combination led to the strain being cloned and then cultivated en masse.

From this point, the legend of Cheese was born. The 1990s saw the strain become a mainstay in the burgeoning UK rave scene. The popularity of Cheese hasn’t waned since, and it remains one of the most sought-after “savoury” strains on the market.

Why buy Cheese seeds?

Why do Cheese seeds deserve your time? While the idea of an extremely aromatic plant might be off-putting to some, this strain has so much more going for it (including that distinctive scent). Cheese cultivars boast sizeable THC levels and huge yields from eye-catching plants.

While it's no secret that Cheese strains provide some pretty strong aromas, this is a testament to the unique terpene profiles within these cultivars. Blending skunky, musky, nutty notes with a tinge of pine and sweetness, you won’t find many strains with an aroma like this. So whether you're smoking, vaping, or looking to make concentrates, this strain is sure to provide something different.

In terms of cultivation, Cheese strains are quite resilient and receptive plants. Ideal for both indoor and outdoor growing, she often reaches heights of around 150cm. With a short flowering stage of around 9 weeks on average, growers are treated to an abundance of huge, stinky buds that will keep stash jars full for a long time to come. While it provides a rewarding growing experience, Cheese is perhaps not recommended to those seeking ultra-discreet plants (given her odour).

Popular Cheese varieties

As mentioned, since the surge in popularity in the 1990s, you don't have to look far to find quality Cheese strains. Thanks to modern genetics and innovative growing techniques, pretty much every seed bank worth its salt has thrown its hat in the ring of Cheese.

Those looking for easygoing autoflowering seeds can select cultivars such as Critical Cheese Automatic by Zamnesia Seeds—which takes just 10 weeks from germination to harvest, but retains the crucial aspects of its Cheese parent.

Conversely, those seeking a feminized photoperiod strain to cultivate and train at home have a vast selection to choose from. Blue Cheese feminized by Royal Queen Seeds is a delectable combination of Cheese with Oregon Blueberry Blend. She's an indica-dominant strain with a hard-hitting high (thanks to 19% THC), and her sweet and skunky aroma carries over flawlessly to her flavour, making for a relaxing smoke whenever you need it.

Which Cheese will you choose?

With so many variants, there’s never been a better time to get into Cheese. Each offers something unique, but all maintain the strong Skunk foundation that not only influences their scent, but also the size and quality of their yields. Next time you’re looking to indulge, reach for some of your finest Cheese and take your smoke to the next level.