UK Cheese
Also known as Cheese, Exodus Cheese
At a glance
- Possible side effects
- Dry MouthDry Eyes
- Lineage
- Skunk #1 phenotype
About UK Cheese
UK Cheese, also known as Cheese or Exodus Cheese, is a hybrid that originated in the United Kingdom as a phenotype of Skunk #1. It gained popularity in England through the Exodus collective and went on to become one of the most recognizable British strains and a parent to many Cheese crosses.
The buds are usually medium-sized and light green, with orange pistils and a sticky resin coating. Its most famous feature is a pungent, savory aroma often compared to sharp aged cheese, backed by earthy tones. Myrcene is commonly associated with earthy and musky notes, caryophyllene with spicy, savory depth, and pinene with a faint fresh, woody edge.
People often report a relaxed, happy and euphoric experience that feels balanced rather than heavy. UK Cheese is commonly described as an evening strain, a fit for social time or unwinding at home. THC usually sits around 15-20%, a moderate range by modern standards, though potency varies by grower and batch.
That moderate THC can make UK Cheese approachable for newer consumers, while its bold aroma keeps longtime fans coming back. Start low and go slow, and check the lab results on the package for exact numbers. Use WhereLeaf to find UK Cheese at licensed dispensaries and delivery services near you.
UK Cheese terpene profile
Terpenes are the natural oils that give each strain its smell and taste. Listed from most to least dominant.
Smells like: Earthy, musky, ripe fruit
Also found in: Mango, hops, lemongrass, thyme
The most common terpene in cannabis. Strains led by myrcene are often described as relaxing and heavy.
Smells like: Peppery, spicy, woody
Also found in: Black pepper, cloves, cinnamon
Gives strains a spicy kick. Common in kush, cookies and gelato lines.
Smells like: Fresh pine, rosemary
Also found in: Pine needles, rosemary, basil
Smells like a forest. Often found in strains people describe as clear-headed.
UK Cheese family tree
Growing UK Cheese
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Flowering time
- 8-9 weeks
- Plant height
- Medium
- Yield
- High
Only grow where home growing is legal, and follow local plant limits.
For adults of legal age. Not medical advice. THC and CBD vary by grower and batch — check the product label. Effects vary by person. Start low, go slow, and never drive high.
