Mako Haze
Also known as: Mako, Mako Haze Kush
A Cup-winning sativa with fast-hitting energy and classic hazy citrus flavor.
Experience scores
0–100 profile derived from cannabinoids, effects, and terpenes.
About Mako Haze
Mako Haze is a celebrated mostly-sativa cultivar from Kiwiseeds, named after the fast and powerful mako shark. A 2006 Cannabis Cup winner, it delivers a swift, energetic cerebral high with classic hazy citrus-pine flavor and a smooth, focused finish that suits daytime connoisseurs.
Effects
Relative prominence based on the strain profile.
Possible negatives
Dominant Terpenes
Sensory Profile
Taste
Aroma
Strain scores
★ 4.6 from 15,122 community ratings
Lineage & profile
Parents: Haze × Unknown
Awards: 1st Place Sativa, High Times Cannabis Cup 2006
Ideal for morning use due to its clean cerebral motivation, helping you stay active and focused without inducing muscle heaviness.
Medical & mood
Medical marijuana patients frequently turn to Mako Haze to help manage symptoms associated with depression, fatigue, stress. The strain's energetic and euphoric properties are reported to help ease tension, reduce physical discomfort, and lift mood without causing excessive grogginess.
Evidence level: moderate — Supported by early-stage clinical trials indicating CBD and terpene synergies regulate stress and promote REM sleep.
Smoking timeline
- 0–5 min
Instant cerebral lift. A tingling sensation behind the eyes accompanied by a rush of mental motivation.
- 10–30 min
Heightened sensory awareness. Music sounds deeper, colors look vibrant, and focus transitions into creative flow.
- Peak
Energetic peak. Uplifted thoughts, laughter, and high motivation. Ideal for outdoor adventures or writing.
- Afterglow
Mellow wind-down. Cerebral buzz settles into a peaceful, clear-headed calm. No hard crash.
Typical duration: 2.5 to 3.5 hours
Mental: Highly active, associative thinking, clear-headed.
Body: Light, active, high physical coordination.
Who will love it
Creative professionals, hikers, and anyone looking for active daytime energy without physical lethargy.
Who should avoid it
Avoid using this strain late at night if you are prone to racing thoughts, as the energetic high may interfere with sleep.
Pro secrets
The secret to unlocking the full potential of Mako Haze lies in temperature control. To preserve its delicate Terpinolene terpenes, vaporize at 356°F (180°C) rather than combusting. This triggers the entourage effect, blending its 20% THC with secondary cannabinoids. Because of its clean, uplifting energy, it is the perfect companion for your morning coffee or creative brainstorming sessions. Beginners should start with a single inhalation due to its fast-acting onset, while seasoned users can appreciate its deep, multi-layered terpene depth.
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True Mako Haze retains a real sativa growth habit; expect stretch and a longer flowering period than indica hybrids.
Hidden Truth
Kiwiseeds developed Mako Haze in New Zealand before taking it to Amsterdam, where it quickly became a local favorite.
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