The Original Z potency is higher THC than average.
The Original Z (popularly known under an infringing candy name) is an indica hybrid marijuana strain bred from an alleged mix of Grape Ape and Grapefruit that is crossed with another undisclosed strain. This sweet, tropical confection-flavored cultivar came to market in the 2010s. According to the story, the cultivar came from an individual dubbed Gas Station Bob. Working as Terp Hogz, the growers Fields and Tony Mendo popularized Z with the help of 3rd Gen Family's Brandon Parker—growing the strain, entering it into contests, and making new crosses. The Original Z won 1st Place at the 2016 Emerald Cup, the 2023 King of Z Hill, and has placed in several Cannabis Cups in San Francisco and Michigan. Both Terp Hogz and 3rd Gen Fam—as well as other breeders—continue to refine the varietal. In 2023, Terp Hogz announced they will use the name "The Original Z," as part of a settlement with a candy company over alleged trademark infringement. This strain features medium-sized, spongy green colas that with a sweet, tropical blend of fruit flavors. The effects of The Original Z are calming, leaving consumers focused, alert, and happy while relaxing the body to help unwind any time of day.
The Original Z (popularly known under an infringing candy name) is an indica hybrid marijuana strain bred from an alleged mix of Grape Ape and Grapefruit that is crossed with another undisclosed strain. This sweet, tropical confection-flavored cultivar came to market in the 2010s. According to the story, the cultivar came from an individual dubbed Gas Station Bob. Working as Terp Hogz, the growers Fields and Tony Mendo popularized Z with the help of 3rd Gen Family's Brandon Parker—growing the strain, entering it into contests, and making new crosses. The Original Z won 1st Place at the 2016 Emerald Cup, the 2023 King of Z Hill, and has placed in several Cannabis Cups in San Francisco and Michigan. Both Terp Hogz and 3rd Gen Fam—as well as other breeders—continue to refine the varietal. In 2023, Terp Hogz announced they will use the name "The Original Z," as part of a settlement with a candy company over alleged trademark infringement. This strain features medium-sized, spongy green colas that with a sweet, tropical blend of fruit flavors. The effects of The Original Z are calming, leaving consumers focused, alert, and happy while relaxing the body to help unwind any time of day.
The Terphogz™ are a renowned cannabis breeding group from Mendocino County, California responsible for the famous Zkittlez variety of cannabis which has a unique terpene profile making it highly sought after for breeding and cultivation. Terphogz, LLC owns a deep genetics library (Terphogz Geneticz) that is well-known worldwide for its diversity and includes classic varieties such as Zmoothie, Z3, and Hindu Zkittlez, as well as the “new-new” like Melon Brains, Zlushi and Blooberry Z.
“The Original Z” product-line typically commands 20% or greater pricing premiums over similar products in the market. Terphogz brand value and recognition for creating top tier cannabis products places the brand on top shelves alongside industry leaders such as Cookies and Connected. Founders of the Terphogz/Original Z brand, Green R. Fieldz and Tony Mendocino, are known worldwide for their legacy of genetics, smart branding and co-pioneering the modern-day cannabis movement alongside other industry giants.
Terphogz™ has over 200,000 followers on social media and continues to set the bar with industry firsts such as the “Terpcuzzi”, a simple device for keeping hash rosin cold on the way home from dispensaries. Having popularized the “collab” concept early-on, the brand continues to work with some of the top name extractors and cultivators in the game.
Terphogz™ and its genetic crosses are some of the most sought-after and desirable strains in the cannabis industry, and as such they have won many awards in multiple categories including numerous 1st places trophies at competitions such as Chalice, High Times, Secret Cup and The Emerald Cup.
2020 Emerald Cup - 2nd Place - “Sugaree Live Resin” - HTC/Terphogz
2019 Emerald Cup - 1st Place - “Zkittlez Live Resin” - HTC/Terphogz
2018 Emerald Cup - 1st Place - “Zkittlez Sauce Pen” - FieldZ/Terp Hogz Emerald Cup - 2nd Place - “Zkittles Premium Rosin” - FieldZ/Terp Hogz Emerald Cup - 1st Place -”Zkittlez Cake Sauce” The High Times “100 of 2018” - Green R. Fieldz / Zkittlez
2017 High Times Seed Breeders Hall of Fame – Terp Hogz Leafly – Top 100 Strains to try before you die - Zkittlez Emerald Cup - “Highest total terpene content (solventless concentrate)” Terp Hogz x Green R Fieldz “Zmoothie” – 12% total terpene content
2016 Chalice -1st Place- “Zkittles Rosin” Terp Hogz Emerald Cup - 1st Place - “Best strain: Zkittlez” Emerald Cup -1st Place - “Best rosin concentrate: Hindu Z” - Terp Hogz
2015 Secret Cup - Best Overall -1st Place - “Zkittlez Full Melt” - Terp Hogz
Terphogz™ Brand Collaborations
7L – Seven Leaves Cold Fire Extracts Humboldt Terp Council Friendly Farms West Coast Alchemy F/ELD Extracts Humboldt's Finest Raw and Uncut Critical Concentrates Beezle Honest Extracts California's Finest Nature's Lab
