Harlequin vs ACDC
Two CBD-rich strains for medical users. Harlequin delivers a 5:2 CBD:THC ratio with a light, functional cerebral effect. ACDC is more extreme (20:1) and practically non-psychoactive — ideal for anxiety, epilepsy and inflammation.
Quick answer: Two CBD-rich strains for medical users. Harlequin delivers a 5:2 CBD:THC ratio with a light, functional cerebral effect. ACDC is more extreme (20:1) and practically non-psychoactive — ideal for anxiety, epilepsy and inflammation.
Side by side
| Harlequin | ACDC | |
|---|---|---|
| Genetics | Colombian Gold × Thai × Swiss × Nepali (Sativa 75/25) | Cannatonic Phenotype (Hybrid ~50/50) |
| THC / CBD | 4–7 % THC · 8–15 % CBD (~5:2) | 1–6 % THC · 14–20 % CBD (~20:1) |
| Dominant terpenes | Myrcene, pinene, caryophyllene | Myrcene, pinene, caryophyllene |
| Effect profile | Light, clear, functional, pain-relieving, minimal high | Practically no high, anti-inflammatory, anxiolytic |
| Flowering / yield | 8–9 weeks · medium yield | 9 weeks · medium yield |
| Best for | Chronic pain, migraine, daytime use | Epilepsy, generalised anxiety, inflammation |
When to pick A: Harlequin
Pick Harlequin for mild pain relief with functional daytime use.
When to pick B: ACDC
Pick ACDC for maximum CBD without noticeable THC high — standard for epilepsy and anxiety.
FAQ
How do Harlequin and ACDC differ in taste?
Harlequin: earthy, sweet, mango, musk — ACDC: earthy, woody, subtly sweet.
Which strain suits beginners better?
ACDC — practically no high, very safe.
Are these CBD strains legal in Switzerland?
CBD flowers with < 1% THC are freely sold 18+. Both genetics are grown in Switzerland as phenotypically adapted CBD versions.