Acapulco Gold: Let’s Fly Away

What You May Expect When You Try Acapulco Gold

You may feel:

• Energized
• Creative
• Focused 

Take a sensory journey with a cultivar your grandparents may have actually consumed. Sixty years of notoriety cement this sativa as a matriarch of the modern cannabis genome.

With a long history interconnected with music and culture, Acapulco Gold is recognized as one of the High Times’ “25 Greatest Strains of all Time.” You might consider enjoying this earthy, sweet legend of a Sativa during a daytime creative session, long walk, or before listening to an interesting lecture.

Can Acapulco Gold help with relaxation?

Well, it could, but it’s not likely. Some passionate smokers feel that this cultivar has more of an energizing, motivating impact, and not so much a down-tempo, sleepytime vibe. You may choose Acapulco Gold before deep diving on an art project, brainstorming or journaling, making music, going dancing with friends, or possibly even a long, sweaty workout. This cultivar lands higher on the potency scale, so it may impart some overwhelm on a more novice traveler. Cautions aside, we may suggest a different strain to de-stress or reduce anxiety.

Why is Acapulco Gold considered legendary?

Originating in Mexico, Acapulco Gold first emerged in the US and enchanted connoisseurs in the 1960s. The cornerstone cultivar has since been well-loved, from the hippies, to the eighties’ punks, to today’s dispensary travelers. Its legendary status can be credited to nostalgia for its heyday. Allegedly, this was one of Jack Nicholson’s favorite strains.

Aside from the strain’s U.S. debut and connection to musical countercultures, its origins are widely unknown. A lot of information about the strain has truly been left to legend.

Acapulco Gold Essentials: what you want to know before you try?

What are the genetics of Acapulco Gold?

This strain, which originally hails from Mexico, is what’s called a landrace strain. This means it evolved and domesticated over time in its indigenous region, in this case, the Guerrero Mountains outside of Acapulco, Mexico. We don’t know who initially added it into the U.S. cultivar mix, but its entry into the country came just in time for it to become a cult classic, immortalized by Cheech and Chong themselves.

What is the cannabinoid content of Acapulco Gold?

The cannabinoid content in Acapulco Gold varies, but typically always lingers on the higher end of THC potency. Depending on the harvest, you can find THC levels as high as 25% or as low as 18%.

Which terpenes are in Acapulco Gold?

The aromatic and flavorful terpenes present in Acapulco Gold cannabis flower, vapes, and concentrates include:

Beta-caryophyllene: This sharp, spicy, peppery aroma is also found in cloves, black peppercorns, and rosemary.

Myrcene: Its tropical, juicy mango smell is prominent in many popular cannabis cultivars.

Pinene: This famous herbaceous and earthy terpene is also found in conifer trees, parsley, basil, dill, and orange peels.

Is Acapulco Gold actually gold-colored?

No, it’s not. The color of the Acapulco Gold cannabis flower varies, but it’s not glistening gold.

What Acapulco Gold products can you buy in New York City?

Finding this cultivar (strain) in nug format is not common, given its rarity. But we specialize in the out-of-the-ordinary at The Travel Agency, including uncommon strains. For instance, we carry Acapulco Gold vapes from Heavy Hitters that feature up to 90% concentrated THC potency. Sign up for The Travel Club to get the latest product drops.

How to shop for Acapulco Gold at The Travel Agency

Freshen your stash with ease at The Travel Agency. Take a virtual trip to our menu and choose what you need in a matter of clicks. Set your order for delivery or pick up, in Manhattan or Brooklyn, wherever and whenever it’s convenient for you.

In the city? Jet to our Union Square flagship at 835 Broadway, a minute from the N/Q/R/W. If you’re Brooklyn-bound, stop by our new joint near Barclays, at 122 Flatbush. Our budtenders are ready to help pack your bag for your next great adventure. If you’re having too much fun on your staycation, use our website to order cannabis delivery in Brooklyn and Manhattan.

Acapulco Gold shopping tips

Navigating NYC cannabis can be a breeze if you use these tips while you explore your options all around the city’s 5 boroughs:

No fake product: Only purchase products that have New York’s cannabis seal of approval at licensed shops.

Test results are key: It’s our team’s pleasure to make sure you know what products you are purchasing at The Travel Agency. Test results make sure you’re smoking the best weed you can find in New York City. Having access to your favorite product’s lab testing helps verify its quality. Learn more about why and how to read cannabis test results.

Seek the store sticker: A quick search online with NY’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) will help you confirm that a dispensary is licensed and legal. However, licensed cannabis shops in NY also display a sticker with a QR code that says “New York State Licensed Cannabis Dispensary.” Scan the QR code to confirm your chosen shop is licensed.