15 Best Strains for Male Arousal in 2022

• 1. How cannabis helps with sex
• 2. What is thc?
• 3. What are terpenes?
• 4. Best cannabis strains for male arousal
• 4. a. Blue dream
• 4. b. Bubblegum kush
• 4. c. Sweeties
• 4. d. Wedding cake
• 4. e. Grandaddy purple
• 4. f. Sour diesel
• 4. g. Mimosa
• 4. h. Atomic northern lights
• 4. i. Do-si-dos
• 4. j. Brooklyn mango
• 4. k. Hulkamania
• 4. l. Jillybean
• 4. m. White lsd
• 4. n. Strawberry cough
• 4. o. Og kush
• 5. Cannabis and sex: benefits and risks
• 6. Conclusion
• 7. Faq
• 7. a. Can weed improve sex life for men?
• 7. b. Is weed an aphrodisiac?
• 7. c. Should you smoke indica or sativa for male arousal?
• 7. d. Are marijuana edibles helpful in boosting your libido?

The only reliable thing that’ll make you aroused and ready for action is a surge of testosterone in your bloodstream, and cannabis can hardly help you with that. Rather, you need to be young, tan, and healthy, lift weights, watch your diet, sleep enough, and have regular sex.

However, sometimes, a lack of sex drive has nothing to do with the ability of your testicles to produce testosterone. Maybe you’re just stressed, depressed, anxious about performing in bed up to your partner’s expectations, or just too tired after a 60-hour work week. Then, a little weed can be an answer to your problem.

Ambitious surveys that included thousands of participants of both sexes showed that cannabis smokers have on average more frequent sex than non-smokers. It may not be proof of the fact that marijuana makes you horny. Maybe users just engage in sex more often because they derive more pleasure from it – as every sensation gets enhanced by the high. And there’s research that says exactly that.

Be it as it may, there are countless anecdotal reports online saying that weed can ignite passion in men and that some strains are more effective than others. In this article, we’ll talk more about how sex and cannabis mix and what the best strains for male arousal are.

How Cannabis Helps With Sex

As any marijuana smoker knows, weed just makes everything in life more interesting. We don’t use it to escape reality. We use it to make reality more real. Weed isn’t just habit-forming but also habit-breaking, meaning that it helps get rid of habitual behaviors and habitual thoughts and look at things from a different perspective. And if sex has become mundane for you, weed will bring zest back to it.

Apart from experiencing everything in a new light, every sensation during foreplay or the sex act itself will be enhanced many times as you’ll notice every little stimulus and react to it. This ability of weed to provide laser-sharp concentration is probably the reason why time seems to slow down when you’re high. And that is very useful for sex too, don’t you think? Even if the coitus was kinda short, you may experience it as lasting forever.

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And let’s not forget about euphoria which is one of the main effects of smoking marijuana. Even if coughing sends spasms of pleasure throughout your body, imagine how orgasms get amplified and shake your whole being with blissful convulsions.

Finally, you know how smoking a bowl can direct your thoughts to BIG things – like the origin of life or the meaning of the universe. Something like this can also happen with sex as you’ll experience it as not just a fun way to pass time but as something cosmic and eternal.

What is it exactly that allows cannabis to have such a profound effect on the way we experience sex? The main thing is, of course, cannabinoids and the most important of them – THC.

What is THC?

THC, or delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, was discovered in cannabis in the 1960s, and not long after, scientists learned that weed produces so powerful action on our nervous system because we have receptors in our brains that respond to THC. Moreover, researchers identified a chemical called anandamide that our bodies produce and that bears a striking resemblance to THC. Anandamide and other endocannabinoids (meaning cannabis-like substances produced internally by our bodies) together with the receptors that respond to them make up the so-called endocannabinoid system.

This means that for countless generations, humans were able to get high (well, a little bit high) by natural means, and eventually one plant 'hacked' our biological code with THC. This is the reason why weed has become a life-long passion for so many of us, augmenting our every experience including sex.

What are Terpenes?

It's become common knowledge that it isn't only THC and other cannabinoids in weed that produce mind-altering effects. Recently, users pay more and more attention to their buds' terpene profiles, not only because they're obsessed with smells and flavors but because terpenes modify the psychoactive experience itself. Such synergetic action is known as the entourage effect. In two different marijuana samples, THC levels may be the same but the type of high may be completely different, and terpenes are what sets these samples apart.

Terpenes are aromatic substances and many plants (and animals) produce them, not just cannabis. People have long discovered that smells can change our mood – an effect widely used in aromatherapy. You can also think of couples using aromatic candles for love-making. Weed is especially rich in terpenes, and many of them have distinct mood-altering properties.

• Limonene. Found in great quantities in lemon and orange peels, limonene improves your outlook on life right upon inhalation. It's arguably the most efficient in increasing your sex drive, so when shopping for the best strains for male arousal, start with limonene-rich varieties.
• Linalool. This terpenoid – which smells like lavender or fresh linen – instantly makes you calmer and puts a little smile on your face, and sometimes, inner relaxation is exactly what we need for a perfect sex-making session. Linalool is a rather rare terpene, so if you see buds rich in linalool, grab some.
• Caryophyllene. You can find this terpene in many weed strains as well as in peppercorns. Caryophyllene can relieve anxiety and even paranoia from too much THC but also eases the tension in your body. Getting rid of bodily discomfort and focusing on pleasurable sensations will give a noticeable boost to your libido.
• Terpinolene. An exotic smell of herbs and flowers provided by terpinolene is most often associated with Sativa-dominant strains and, like this type of weed in general, gives you plenty of energy and vigor.

Also, don't forget that some terpenes are rather detrimental to sex life. The usual suspect is myrcene which is the Holy Grail of those who love an overwhelming body stone with heavy-handed euphoria. But when you're stoned out of your mind, you might feel stoned out of your sexual desire as well. So, if you want to perform well in bed, better stay away from myrcene or be sure to smoke myrcene-rich strains in moderation.

Best Cannabis Strains for Male Arousal

1. Blue Dream

Strain Type: Sativa

THC: 18-24%

CBD: 1%

Retail Price: $9.50 per gram

For a long time, Blue Dream was a darling of dispensaries and rec shops as this Sativa-dominant strain offered uniquely upbeat and positive effects to make it the ultimate daytime smoke. At the same time, this weed has enough Indica (Blueberry) to provide a blissful floating relaxation. If you feel too stressed to even think about sex, let alone enjoy it, this sweet, berry-scented smoke will make you forget all worries and live in the moment. And as with any marijuana, you'll get the sharpening of all senses and stronger and longer orgasms.

2. Bubblegum Kush

Strain Type: Indica

THC: 16-21%

CBD: 0%

Retail Price: $5.5 per gram

It's hard to say what part of Bubblegum Kush makes this strain of weed so great for sex. Definitely not the presence of myrcene which makes the stone so much deeper. Probably, the secret lies in medium levels of THC and this ensures that you usually don't smoke more than is good for you. Be it as it may, smokers report that a few tokes of this stuff make you horny while also improving your mood and filling your body with a blissful buzz. Keep smoking and you'll get more relaxed and lethargic and end up staring into space and wanting nothing and no one, so don't forget that when it comes to weed and sex, the name of the game is moderation.

3. Sweeties

Strain Type: Hybrid

THC: 21-23%

CBD: 0%

Retail Price: $10 per gram

A box of chocolates is kind of an old-fashioned romantic offering, so why not choose a different treat instead? Sweeties is a marijuana hybrid that combines so many and so diverse genetic lines that it'd take genome sequencing to disentangle them. The important thing is that they make a harmonic whole characterized by beautiful magenta-purple colorations, the smell of honey and overripe pears, and a vibrant euphoric high that makes you aroused and talkative. So, smoke some and you'll think that sex is a very good idea and, most importantly, you'll make your partner think it's a good idea.

4. Wedding Cake

Strain Type: Indica

THC: 24-25%

CBD: 0%

Retail Price: $12.75 per gram

Okay, we know weddings aren't high on the list of male sex fantasies, but these connotations aside, Wedding Cake is a terrific strain for male arousal. Beware of its high THC content though and take one puff on your way to the bedroom or else you'll just crawl under the blanket and fall asleep. But if you don't overindulge, this weed will fill you with so much euphoria that you'll want to take it to another level with an epic orgasm. Share it with your romantic partner as she'll appreciate both the name of the strain and the complex but delicious sweet flavor of these buds.

5. Grandaddy Purple

Strain Type: Indica

THC: 17-20%

CBD: 0%

Retail Price: $10 per gram

Grandaddy Purple is an Indica-dominant hybrid that creates a strong physical buzz and cerebral euphoria simultaneously. If sex is about unity, what's better than melting your body and mind into one blissful whole? Your sense of touch will be sharpened and you can shift your focus from down south to every little sensation in your skin. At the same time, you may be surprised by unexpected and very creative ideas of new ways to use your body for pleasure. Just don't overdo this potent stuff if you want to retain your ability to move.

6. Sour Diesel

Strain Type: Sativa

THC: 19-22%

CBD: 2%

Retail Price: $9.50 per gram

For some yet unclear reason, Sour Diesel enjoys the reputation of the best strain for male arousal. With so many anecdotal reports, there must be some truth to that.  What's certain is that upon inhaling this dominant Sativa, you start to crave some action as a rush of energy washes over you and you start looking for ways to apply it. In the modern world, the lack of sexual desire often comes from total exhaustion after a long day, and the tonic power of Sour Diesel will make you as alert and full of vigor as if you've just woken up from a good night's sleep. Hell, you may even get a 'morning' erection from smoking this wake-and-bake strain.

7. Mimosa

Strain Type: Indica

THC: 20-23%

CBD: 0%

Retail Price: $6-7 per gram

Mimosa is the perfect strain to partake of both before and after your love-making session. Start with a couple of puffs to improve your mood, up your energy level, and zero in on every pleasant sensation of the foreplay and the act itself. And after an epic orgasm, you can keep smoking so that your cuddling time feels doubly blissful and drowsy. Eventually, you'll fall asleep and wake up the next morning all refreshed and ready for more action. Besides the right kind of high, these buds are also very delicious – like an exquisite citrus-smelling dessert. 

8. Atomic Northern Lights

Strain Type: Indica

THC: 16-20%

CBD: 0%

Retail Price: $8 per gram

Often, when you make love, you need to transcend your usual set of perceptions and routine ways to fully enjoy the act. Atomic Northern Lights is the perfect guide for you on this road as its slowly creeping effects put your mind in an altered dream-like state while a pleasant body buzz enhances every pleasurable sensation. Despite a larger proportion of Indica in this hybrid, the high is anything but sedating and will give you enough energy to last all night. Of course, for that, you'll need to refill your bowl more than once. 

9. Do-Si-Dos

Strain Type: Indica

THC: 20-24%

CBD: 1-2%

Retail Price: $7 per gram

Sex isn't unlike some intricate ritualized dance, and the aptly named Do-Si-Dos will probably make you more in sync with your partner. The initial in-your-face rush that you get immediately after the first toke will give you a burst of energy and an enterprising mood, and this is the right moment for foreplay. Then, when things are already going full steam, the effects will settle in the body and put you into a meditative frame of mind when you live in the moment and don't leave any sensation slip by unnoticed. The orgasm will feel like an eruption – a powerful, earth-shattering experience. 

10. Brooklyn Mango

Strain Type: Hybrid

THC: 18%

CBD: 0%

Retail Price: $10 per gram

While mangos don't grow in Brooklyn, it's not that difficult to imagine the sweet smell of a fruit stand coming through the exhaust fumes of a big city on a hot afternoon – a combination captured in this hybrid of Ed Rosenthal Super Bud and NYC Diesel. Arousing and social, Brooklyn Mango makes you talkative and giggly while injecting your limbs with vibrant energy. This is the type of bud that is best enjoyed in the company of friends or loved ones and will contribute to the bonding with your romantic partner.

11. Hulkamania

Strain Type: Indica

THC: 20-24%

CBD: 0%

Retail Price: $8 per gram

Your partner won't probably mind your being a mild-mannered, soft-spoken gentleman during the courtship, but in bed, she'll prefer a ferocious and relentless beast. What's better to help you with this transformation than the cross of Bruce Banner and Monster Cookies? Hulkamania jacks you up with high spirits and virility while the tingly body high will make blissful ripples in response to your partner's every touch. We don't promise you superpowers but can guarantee you greater arousal and enhanced performance.

12. Jillybean

Strain Type: Sativa

THC: 16%

CBD: 0%

Retail Price: $8 per gram

While it's safer to use weed as a sex enhancement with a partner you know very well, all too often, you'll be with someone who's an unknown quantity to you. In this case, arousal isn't a problem as you're all too eager to get into a new pair of pants, but maybe you want stronger sensations and more powerful orgasms or are just too much of a smoker to do anything while not high. Then, Jillybean with its 16% THC is your perfect choice. Its outgoing, social nature makes this strain of cannabis ideal for meeting new people – whether fully clothed or not.  Smoke some to get energetic, talkative, and free of hang-ups, or better yet share these buds with your partner to instantly break the ice and have massive fun.

13. White LSD

Strain Type: Sativa

THC: 17%

CBD: 0%

Retail Price: $10 per gram

If you want to go beyond a brief hookup and have a whole weekend filled with passion, you'll need a lot of 'fuel'. White LSD should be your first choice as this Sativa-dominant strain provides effects that are as long-lasting as they're strong. Ecstatically happy and aroused, you'll be like the iconic Energizer bunny – doing what bunnies are famous for – so make sure your partner shares your appetite for endless sex. These gassy and chemical-smelling buds are very popular among medical patients who choose them because they help fight fatigue.

14. Strawberry Cough

Strain Type: Sativa

THC: 19-24%

CBD: 0%

Retail Price: $6-7 per gram

To old-timers, this American classic will mean a trip down memory lane when weed made you cough your lungs out and acted like Viagra (yet to be discovered). To new generations of smokers, it's a chance to experience what it meant to be young, high, and horny in the 70s and 80s. Besides its sentimental and historical value, this weed boasts a bold strawberry flavor and effects that fill you with unbounded energy while also making you happy and talkative. A perfect combination for getting you in the mood.

15. OG Kush

Strain Type: Hybrid

THC: 18-23%

CBD: 0%

Retail Price: $8.5 per gram

OG Kush is THE ultimate medical marijuana strain and while we hope your libido issues aren't a medical problem, we can assure you that this strain of cannabis will take care of them in the most professional manner. Despite the Kush part in its name, it's not an Indica but a rather balanced hybrid that gives you the best of both worlds. The effects first drown you in euphoria – enhanced by a unique blend of lemon, pine, and fuel – and then make you blissfully relaxed and sleepy. It's exactly what you need for a brief but intense love-making session at the end of a long day.

Cannabis and Sex: Benefits and Risks

There's no scientific consensus about the effects of cannabis on sex life, whether short-term or long-term. People who're only starting their acquaintance with marijuana (and they're mostly young) will probably tell you that sex without weed is a waste of time. And it's true as whatever pleasure you derive from your body will be enhanced by a couple of puffs from your bong. But the more you smoke, the more you start to notice the less desirable effects of cannabis on your libido and sexual performance. Testosterone – on which they mostly hinge – declines in heavy marijuana smokers. These negative effects are 100% reversible, and you'll notice this as soon as you make a tolerance break – you'll be haunted by erotic dreams and spontaneous erections almost as soon as you quit smoking.

Not really that surprising, is it? We all know that too much of a good thing can be a bad thing, and that goes for weed smoking as well. You should try to be honest about how this habit of yours affects everything else and if you feel that you're missing out on things, moderate your intake to make room for other pleasant things in life.

Conclusion

Using cannabis for male arousal is pretty common as THC and other cannabinoids as well as terpenes in weed may have a positive effect on your libido. They do this via various routes – by raising your mood, sharpening your senses, relieving anxiety, and easing tension, as well as making you more present and increasing every sensation of pleasure tenfold. Some components in cannabis are better than others in providing these beneficial effects, so it makes sense to talk about the best strains for male arousal – it's those that have the perfect mix of just the right substances. But you should keep in mind that even these strains work best when consumed in moderation and that long-time heavy use is hardly an aphrodisiac.

FAQ

Can weed improve sex life for men?

The jury's still out, but anecdotal reports and a few studies point to weed being a potent aphrodisiac. Men (and women) who smoke cannabis engage in sex more often and enjoy it to a greater degree. The general consensus is that to improve your sex life, you should only smoke moderately and that prolonged heavy use may decrease your libido.

Is weed an aphrodisiac?

In small doses, weed definitely acts like an aphrodisiac as its constituent parts – cannabinoids and terpenes – are biologically active substances that bind to our receptors and change the way we experience things. As a result, we feel more present and focused, the pleasant sensations get enhanced, the sex act seems longer-lasting, and orgasms feel more intense when coupled with euphoria. In larger doses, weed may create overwhelming effects that'll be a distraction from sexual thoughts.

Should you smoke Indica or Sativa for male arousal?

The effectiveness of Indica or Sativa for male arousal is very individual and depends on what exactly you need for better enjoyment of sex. If you want to get rid of stress, anxiety, depression, fatigue, or are just looking for a mood/energy booster, smoking a little Sativa is the way to go. However, to relax your muscles, ease tension, or relieve pain (which is a distraction in bed),  better stick to Indicas. Having said that, both types of weed (and their hybrids) contain THC and other cannabinoids as well as aromatic substances, or terpenes, which in small doses will definitely make you hornier. 

Are marijuana edibles helpful in boosting your libido?

Marijuana edibles are just another form to ingest cannabis, so if cannabis, in general, is a libido booster, so are edibles. However, we recommend smoking and vaping as the fastest methods of achieving the desired effects. They make you high within minutes. Edibles take upwards of an hour to kick in. and when you finally feel the effects, they may seem too overwhelming to enjoy your romantic encounter. Remember that weed is best consumed in moderation if you want it to boost your libido, and it's much easier to dose by inhaling the smoke or vapor.

External References

1. How Cannabis Alters Sexual Experience: A Survey of Men and Women, J Sex Med., 2019 Nov
2. The Influence of Cannabis and Alcohol Use on Sexuality: An Observational Study in Young People (18-30 Years), Healthcare (Basel)., 2021 Dec 31