- Median THC
- 25.9%
- Flowering
- 8–10 weeks (~56–70 days)
- Breeder
- Cannarado Genetics
What labs found
- Median THC
- 25.9%
- Typical range
- 12.8–29.8%
- Lab tests
- 35
- States
- 2
0%40%
Most of these tests come from one producer, so they may say more about that grower than the strain.
This is a small number of tests, so treat the range as rough.
Flower tested under this name in legal US markets, 2020–2025. The range covers the middle 90% of tests. Growers and labs vary, so a given jar can fall outside it. Data: Jikomes & Zoorob (CC0), Cannabis Wise Guys (CC BY 4.0), Cannlytics (CC BY 4.0).
About MSG
MSG is a hybrid cross of Sherbert and GMOG from Cannarado Genetics. Known for diesel, berry, cheese aromatics.
MSG (also circulated as Styrofoam Cup) is a hybrid cultivar bred by Cannarado Genetics from Sherbert and GMOG. State lab records track MSG across 2 legal markets between 2020 and 2025, with a large share of tested flower batches originating from a single regional cultivator. Photoperiod cuts typically finish flowering in 8–10 weeks (~56–70 days) under indoor or greenhouse lighting.
Aroma and flavor
Jars of MSG are most often described as showing sharp fuel and diesel, ripe mixed berry, savory, aged cheese funk and sweet, sugary notes. As with any flower, harvest timing and curing conditions determine how prominently those aromatics carry from the jar to the palate.
Reported effects
Consumers commonly report an active, energetic lift, creative, associative thinking and an elevated, euphoric mood, making MSG a frequent pick for daytime sessions, creative work, or social settings. The most commonly noted downsides are nervousness if overconsumed and occasional dizziness.
Specs
Genetics
- Also known as
- Styrofoam Cup
Growing
- Grower notes
- Photoperiod cuts typically finish flowering in 8–10 weeks (~56–70 days) under indoor or greenhouse lighting.
The flower
- Flavour
- Diesel, Berry, Cheese, Sweet
- Aroma
- Sharp fuel and diesel, ripe mixed berry, savory, aged cheese funk
Family tree
MSG is reported as Sherbert × GMOG.
- Parents
- Grandparents
- As reported, not a genetic test