Our Favorite Strains for Sex
Pleasure is what we do—more specifically, your pleasure. And that means something different for everyone: a quiet morning with a good book, a strong cup of coffee on a nature walk, hot sex followed by a good night’s sleep. If the third option sounds like your idea of a good time, this is the strain pairing guide for you!
Sex and cannabis go waaay back.
The aphrodisiac properties of cannabis are well-known—even by Healthline. Regardless of strain, cannabis is known to lower inhibitions, boost confidence, relax the body, relieve pain, and improve blood flow. People integrate the plant into their sex lives for a variety of reasons: to combat performance anxiety, to heal pain and trauma, and to enhance feelings of connection, euphoria, and pleasure in the body.
Thanks to the entourage effect, different cannabis strains create different experiences. An earthy indica might give you a body buzz and a slow-building euphoric feeling, or a citrusy sativa might melt your anxiety while keeping you uplifted and energetic. Naturally, certain strains pair better with sex than others. Here are our favorite cannabis strains for sex and all the reasons we love them.
Super Lemon Haze
Limone, the terpene responsible for that zesty lemon scent, is thought to boost libido and energize the body. Super Lemon Haze is a sativa strain that is, as the name suggests, rich in limonene. Perfect for a little afternoon pick-me-up session.
Why we love it for sex
Super Lemon Haze is great for getting (and staying) in the mood, both physically and mentally.
Its bubbly, giggly feeling is amazing for knocking out performance anxiety and bonding with a partner (or partners, or yourself).
Its high-energy vibe is perfect for making your session last just a liiittle longer—in the best way.
Wedding Cake
Just like Super Lemon Haze, Wedding Cake is limonene-forward and high in THC. What makes it distinct is that it’s an indica-dominant hybrid, so the overall experience is more relaxing and body-focused.
Why we love it for sex
Wedding Cake hits fast with a euphoric body buzz to set the mood, and it leaves a lingering sensation of relaxation as it wears off.
It’s highly unlikely to make you feel anxious or paranoid, according to crowdsourced effects on Leafly (although it is high in THC, so if you’re not a seasoned connoisseur, start out slow!).
It’s also helpful for insomnia, so you can count on a good night’s sleep after your session.
The name? I mean, come on.
Scoozeberry
We partnered with our friends at Trucenta for this one. A high CBD flower, this one is good for staying present, focused, and embodied. Its terpene profile favors myrcene, which is beloved for its ability to relax the muscles, and the high amount of CBD present seems to help it take effect without clouding the mind.
Why we love it for sex
Scoozeberry creates a warm, body-focused buzz that’s great for helping you get in tune with touch and feel.
The high CBD content is thought to be great for pain relief, which makes it ideal for managing physical pain without sacrificing sensation.
It keeps your mind creative and focused, which are two excellent qualities in bed, if you ask us.
New to sex with cannabis? Start slow and solo
If you’re curious about incorporating cannabis into your sex life, our best advice to to start slow and start solo. Here are our top tips to make the most of sex with weed:
Start slow. Experiment with low doses to get a handle on your body’s feelings and reactions to different products and strains.
Try out a solo session with a vibrator or pleasure wand so you’ll know what to expect.
Regardless of strain, the key to great sex is clear communication and mutual respect for boundaries.
Remember to hydrate and use plenty of lube!