Fourteen grams of Foreign Kush Mints for $110. That’s the deal on the shelf right now at Upstate Canna Co. — down from $130, and at 34.72% THC, it’s one of the harder-hitting indicas we’ve had in stock this season.
Here’s what you’re actually getting.
The Strain — Where It Comes From
Foreign Kush Mints sits in the Kush Mints family, which traces back to Animal Mints crossed with Bubba Kush. Seed Junky Genetics built the original Kush Mints lineage in Southern California — it became one of the most copied templates in cannabis breeding because it works. Dense trichome coverage, a mint-and-cookie nose that most people recognize immediately, and Bubba Kush’s heavy body underneath.
The “Foreign” designation from Grassroots signals a curated phenotype selection — tighter structure, heavier resin, a fuel note layered under the mint that pushes it away from anything sweet and soft. This is not a beginner indica. It hits with purpose.
What It Smells and Tastes Like
Open the bag and the first thing you get is pine and menthol — cool, clean, not like artificial mint. Then the dough comes through underneath. Sweet, a little nutty, with that Bubba Kush earthiness holding it together so it never tips into candy territory.
The inhale is fresh. The exhale is where the creaminess shows up, warming into something closer to wood and spice. Terpene profile is limonene-forward with caryophyllene and linalool — which is why you get that citrus lift on the nose alongside the spice and the subtle floral warmth. It’s a layered smoke, not a one-note hit.
Smalls — What That Actually Means
Smalls are the smaller buds from the same plant as the top-shelf flower — same genetics, same grow, same cure. They’re denser than they look, break apart the same way, and smoke identically. The only real difference is size, and at $110 for a half-ounce you’re getting significantly more value per gram than you would buying the same strain in larger buds.
For anyone who grinds their flower before smoking — which is most people — smalls are the obvious move. You’re not paying for visual presentation you’re immediately destroying anyway.
The Experience
34.72% THC is high. The onset is fast, and Grassroots’ own product description calls it “sofa-tested” for a reason. This is an evening strain. It’s not going to make you productive, and it’s not trying to. The body effect comes on heavy and stays — good for winding down, not good for anything requiring focus.
If you’re newer to high-THC indicas, start with less than you think you need. The starry-eyed part of the experience Grassroots describes is real, and it sneaks up on people who go too fast.
Experienced indica smokers who want something with actual potency and flavor — this is worth picking up while it’s in stock at the current price.
Where to Get It
Currently available in-store at Upstate Canna Co., 1613 Union St, Schenectady. Check current availability on our menu — product moves fast at this price point. Delivery to most Capital Region addresses via our delivery page.
Questions about what else is in stock or what might pair well with this? Our staff knows the current menu well — worth asking at the counter or calling (518) 280-4289 before you make the trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between smalls and regular buds?
Smalls are smaller buds from the same harvest — same strain, same THC, same terpene profile. The price difference reflects size, not quality. For most consumption methods they’re identical to their larger counterparts.
Is 34.72% THC accurate?
That’s the lab-tested result for this batch. THC percentage varies batch to batch — the number on the label is specific to what’s currently on the shelf, not a brand average.
Is Foreign Kush Mints good for sleep?
It’s a heavy indica with fast onset and strong body effects — a lot of people use it in the evening for exactly that reason. That said, cannabis affects everyone differently. Start low if you haven’t tried high-THC indicas before.
Can I order this for delivery?
Yes, when in stock. Check availability and confirm your address qualifies on our delivery page. $50 minimum for most zones in the Capital Region.