- Happy (36% of reported effects)
- Uplifted (32% of reported effects)
- Relaxed (32% of reported effects)
- Woody (39% of reported flavors)
- Earthy (36% of reported flavors)
- Ammonia (25% of reported flavors)
AK-47 has been a global staple since 1992, when Simon of Serious Seeds laced it together from Colombian, Mexican, Thai, and Afghan landraces. The name doesn't signal aggression — it came from its reputation as a "one-hit wonder," the kind of smoke that can feel like it fired straight through your head.
Terpenes hit spicy and herbal, with flashes of citrus sweetness and floral spice — a likely blend of myrcene, pinene, and caryophyllene. The flavor lands earthy-sweet on the inhale, with a peppery kick on the exhale.
The high moves fast. Mood and focus lift first, then a buzzing, social euphoria layers in. Conversation flows, creativity sparks, and the energy holds steady for hours before easing into mellow relaxation — classic haze-style cerebral power, wrapped in a more balanced package.
AK-47 is one of the most decorated strains in cannabis history, racking up dozens of cup wins across three decades. Legendary name, legendary smoke — no further explanation needed. Its genetics run deep, too: crossed with White Widow to make the sweet, long-lasting White Russian, and with Northern Lights and Skunk #1 to build Chronic.
Serious Seeds reports AK-47 grows to medium height with few leaves and produces fat, dense clusters of large, resin-frosty colas in a 56-63 day flowering period. Its THC content has been tested as high as 21.5%, and the strain reportedly emits a strong odor during growth.
The breeder reports the strain is easy to grow, both indoors and out, responds well to hydroponic systems, and reaches maturity around October 15 under natural light. Feminized plants may require an extra week of flowering, and may grow shorter than non-feminized plants.
