Gorilla Glue Weed Strain Overview
Gorilla Glue, also widely known as GG4 or Original Glue, is a renowned cannabis strain celebrated for its extreme potency and sticky resin production. This hybrid strain achieves a near-perfect balance between sativa and indica effects, making it incredibly popular among both recreational and medicinal users. It owes its name to the copious resin that makes the buds stick to scissors when trimming.
 
Genetics and Lineage
Gorilla Glue boasts a rich and diverse genetic background that includes Chem's Sister, Sour Dubb, and Chocolate Diesel, contributing to its complex aroma and powerful effects. This combination of multiple award-winning strains results in GG4’s robust potency and unique flavor profile, with each parent strain bringing key characteristics that define Gorilla Glue.
 
Appearance and Aroma
Gorilla Glue buds are chunky, resin-covered, and tend to be very dense. The leaves are a vibrant green shade, often speckled with shades of purple. The buds are covered with orange pistils and a sticky layer of trichomes, which are so abundant they can give the buds a whitish appearance. The aroma is intensely pungent with notes of diesel and coffee, yet there are undertones of sweet and sour fruitiness from its Chem's Sister and Sour Dubb lineage.
 
Flavor Profile
The flavor of Gorilla Glue mirrors its aromatic complexity. On the inhale, users can detect a strong taste of coffee and chocolate, which smoothly transitions into a more diesel and earthy aftertaste. This rich blend makes GG4 a favorite among those who appreciate a more robust, skunky smoke.
 
Effects and Uses
Gorilla Glue is especially noted for delivering heavy-handed euphoria and relaxation, leaving users feeling “glued” to the couch, which is the origin of its name. The initial hit is incredibly uplifting, filling users with a surge of euphoria and a burst of creative energy, followed by a creeping body melt that doesn’t necessarily sedate but definitely relaxes.
 
Medically, Gorilla Glue is often turned to for relief from chronic pain due to its strong cannabinoid profile. It is also highly effective at alleviating symptoms of stress, depression, and anxiety, as well as helping with insomnia due to its ability to induce a peaceful sleep once its initial energizing effects wear off.
 
Growing Information
Gorilla Glue is considered moderately difficult to grow, primarily due to its heavy trichome production, which can increase susceptibility to mold and pests. It thrives in a controlled indoor environment but can also perform well outdoors in a dry, warm climate. The flowering time is approximately 8 to 9 weeks, and it typically produces high yields thanks to its dense bud structure.
 
Medical Benefits
GG4 is highly valued in the medical cannabis community for its effectiveness in treating:
Chronic pain and inflammation
Stress and anxiety
Depression
Insomnia