NYC Diesel strain illustration

NYC Diesel

aka New York Diesel, New York City Diesel, NYC Sour DieselHybrid
4(965)
Type
Hybrid
THC
21.2%–25.3%
CBD
< 0.5%
Main terpene
Pinene
Parents
Mexican × Afghani landraces

THC range is the middle half of 186 public lab tests of NYC Diesel flower (2020–2023). Source: Cannlytics lab results, CC BY 4.0.

About NYC Diesel

NYC Diesel is a hybrid bred from Mexican and Afghani landraces. You may also see it sold as New York Diesel, New York City Diesel, NYC Sour Diesel. Reviews most often mention feeling energetic, talkative and uplifted.

THC and potency

Across 186 public lab tests of NYC Diesel flower between 2020 and 2023, the median result was 23.6% total THC, with half of all samples falling between 21.2% and 25.3%. CBD is typically negligible (under 0.5%). That is in line with most flower on dispensary shelves. Potency varies by grower and batch, so always check the label.

Aroma, flavour and terpenes

In lab tests its dominant terpene is myrcene, followed by caryophyllene and humulene. Myrcene is known for earthy, musky notes with a ripe-fruit edge, while caryophyllene adds black pepper and warm spice. Total terpene content measured a median of 2%. On the palate, people pick out diesel, grapefruit and chemical.

Reported effects

Beyond feeling energetic, reviewers also mention feeling creative and happy. Some consumers say they reach for it when dealing with stress, anxiety and depression. The side effects mentioned most are dry eyes, dry mouth and paranoia. These are personal reports, not medical advice.

Genetics

Parents: Mexican and Afghani landraces. NYC Diesel is also a parent of Blue Diesel, Strawberry Diesel, Sour Tsunami, Skunky Diesel, Juliet and Dieseltonic.

NYC Diesel terpenes

Median share of flower weight in lab tests.

  • pinene0.05%
  • myrcene0.80%
  • humulene0.20%
  • limonene0.14%
  • linalool0.07%
  • bisabolol0.13%

NYC Diesel effects

energetictalkativeupliftedcreativehappyfocusedeuphoricgigglyhungry

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NYC Diesel FAQ

How strong is NYC Diesel?
In 186 public lab tests, NYC Diesel flower had a median of 23.6% total THC; most samples were between 21.2% and 25.3%.
Is NYC Diesel an indica or a sativa?
NYC Diesel is generally classed as a hybrid.
What strains make NYC Diesel?
NYC Diesel is a cross of Mexican and Afghani landraces.
What does NYC Diesel smell like?
Its main terpene is pinene (pine), and people describe the flavour as diesel, grapefruit, chemical.