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ACDC

A CBD-dominant phenotype of Cannatonic — produces virtually no intoxication, popular with medical patients.

THC
1–6%
CBD
12–20%
Type
Hybrid
VT availability
Medical dispensaries, sometimes adult-use

ACDC is a CBD-dominant phenotype of Cannatonic, typically testing at around 13% CBD with only 1% THC. Because of that lopsided ratio, it produces little to no intoxicating effect — making it a cornerstone of Vermont's medical program for patients managing pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and chemotherapy side effects.

Effects are calm and focused without the cognitive impairment of a classic high. Users report it helps with pain (49%), anxiety (44%), and stress (44%) per Leafly data. A useful reference strain for anyone exploring CBD as a therapeutic option. Availability in adult-use shops can be limited — most Vermont dispensaries carry it primarily for medical patients.

Dominant terpenes

What it smells and tastes like

MyrcenePineneCaryophyllene

Flavor and aroma notes most reported: woody, earthy, pine.

Effects

What people report

RelaxedFocusedUplifted

Aggregated user-reported signals from cannabis databases. Individual experience depends on dose, batch, tolerance, and consumption method — not a clinical claim.

Lineage

Where it comes from

Parents: Cannatonic

Notable offspring: Ringo's Gift

Buying it in Vermont

Where to find ACDC in Vermont

Medical dispensaries, sometimes adult-use Use our directory to find a shop near you, or try the strain-match quiz to discover other Vermont options that might suit the same goals.

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ACDC questions, answered

Quick answers from the same data on this page.

Is ACDC indica or sativa?
ACDC is a hybrid. It typically tests in the 1–6% THC range with 12–20% CBD.
What does ACDC taste and smell like?
ACDC's most-reported flavor and aroma notes are woody, earthy, pine. The dominant terpenes are Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene, which drive both the smell and a meaningful share of the perceived effects.
What effects does ACDC produce?
Most consumers report feeling relaxed, focused, uplifted. Effects vary meaningfully by batch, dose, individual tolerance, and method of consumption — these descriptors are aggregated from user reports, not clinical guarantees.
Can I find ACDC at Vermont dispensaries?
Medical dispensaries, sometimes adult-use Vermont batch THC tends to vary widely from the national average; expect 1–10% on any given drop depending on cultivator.
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