Original Z by Exotics710

Original Z by Exotics710

Original Z by Exotics710 is the definitive cut of Zkittlez, grown by the people who created it. An indica-leaning hybrid (40/60) born from Grape Ape x Grapefruit and an undisclosed third parent, this pack lands at 20-26% THC with candy-fruit sweetness, tropical berry on the nose, and a balanced high that works from daytime through late night. Best for day / night.

Original Cali Pack by Exotics710. Also available: Original Z by Wizard Trees.

The Story Behind Original Z by Exotics710

This is the most important version of Original Z on the market, because Exotics710 IS TerpHogz. They are literally the people who created Zkittlez.

In the early 2010s in Northern California, a breeder known as “Brandon” from 3rd Gen Family gifted a Zkittlez cut to the TerpHogz crew. TerpHogz, later branded as Exotics710, took that genetic and made it world-famous. Zkittlez won 1st Place at the 2016 Emerald Cup, then kept stacking wins across California and beyond. Before Zkittlez, “fruity weed” barely existed as a concept. After Zkittlez, fruit terps became the entire conversation.

The original product name, “Micro Batch Z,” referred to Exotics710’s limited-run, premium phenotype selections. These are small-batch runs where the team personally selects the best phenotypes from their own genetic library. This is not someone else growing Zkittlez seeds. This is the breeder running their own phenos, chosen from the source material they developed.

Wizard Trees is another brand in the TerpHogz ecosystem, founded by TerpHogz themselves. So the Wizard Trees version comes from the same genetic source. However, this Exotics710 pack is the direct-from-breeder cut. Every strain with a “Z” in its name, from Zoap and Zushi to Zangria, Z Cube, and Burning Z, traces back to this plant.

The Nose

Open the pack and Candy hits you first, bright and unmistakable, that signature Zkittlez sweetness that launched a thousand crosses. Right behind it, Sweet grape tones layer in with depth. Then Fruity opens up as the nugs breathe, revealing waves of Tropical mango and guava alongside ripe Berry that rounds out the whole profile. Meanwhile, Caryophyllene brings a subtle peppery backbone that keeps the sweetness grounded. Linalool adds floral, lavender softness that gives the nose its smoothness. Limonene lifts the citrus top notes, and Humulene anchors things with a touch of hoppy, woody earth. Dense, frosty nugs with thick trichome coverage and classic Z bag appeal.

The Smoke

The first pull is pure candy, coating the palate with grape-fruit sweetness that is clean and immediate. On the exhale, tropical and berry fill in together, building layers with every pull. Smooth, no harshness at all. Midway through the joint, the sweet base intensifies as the Linalool opens up, adding a soft floral note to the flavour. Toward the end, the Caryophyllene concentrates in the resin ring, leaving a warm, peppery finish that rewards patience. White ash from start to finish, even burn, no relights needed. The flavour holds all the way down to the roach.

The High

The onset is quick and clean. Happy and euphoria arrive within the first few minutes, lifting the mood with a warm, sunny energy. Then focused clarity settles in, keeping your thoughts sharp and your conversation flowing. As the body catches up, relaxation rolls through the shoulders and limbs, warm and steady. A gentle body calm spreads underneath, easing tension without locking you down. Throughout the session, a consistent mood uplift holds everything together. You feel good, present, and comfortable. The balanced genetics keep you functional while the indica side provides physical ease. Original Z by Exotics710 does not knock you out or send you racing. It finds the middle ground and stays there.

Effect group: Chill · Best time: Day / Night

Who Should Try Original Z by Exotics710?

At 20-26% THC with low anxiety risk, Original Z by Exotics710 is approachable for a wide range of smokers. Newer smokers can ease in comfortably, while experienced heads will appreciate the terpene complexity and the historic genetics behind every pull. The Chill effect group makes this a versatile pick for afternoon sessions, evening wind-downs, or any moment where you want calm without couch-lock. On the medical side, stress, anxiety, and depression respond well to the happy, calming profile. In addition, chronic pain and fatigue find genuine relief in the Caryophyllene-Linalool terpene pairing. If you have been smoking Z crosses for years and never tried the source, this pack is where the story started. Also available as Original Z by Wizard Trees.

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