WHAT IS IMPERIAL SELECT?

Imperial Select is the in-house brand of Imperial Club LA is a licensed Los Angeles cannabis dispensary curating only the strains that genuinely earn their shelf space. Every Imperial Select drop is hand-vetted by the Imperial Club team for quality, consistency, and smoke experience before it reaches the customer. Cali Man strain

Cali Man strain is one of the flagship releases in the Imperial Select lineup. It’s the kind of strain that represents what California cannabis is actually about — loud nose, clean smoke, cerebral power, and a high that respects your time. And the best part? You don’t have to be in LA to get it. Imperial Club ships discreetly to customers across the USA, Europe, and internationally — packed securely so your order arrives privately, no matter where you are.

SMELL: 9.3 / 10

FLAVOUR: 9.0 / 10

SMOOTHNESS: 8.8 / 10

ASH APPEARANCE: 8.9 / 10

STRENGTH: 9.2 / 10

OVERALL SMOKE: 9.1 / 10

Cali Man Strain — Genetics & Background

Cali Man strain is built on the legendary Sour Diesel — arguably the most celebrated sativa-dominant strain in American cannabis history. Sour Diesel emerged from New York in the early 1990s, most widely attributed to a cross between Chemdawg 91 and Super Skunk. From that point on, it rewrote the standard for what a sativa high should feel like — fast-acting, cerebral, energising, and unmistakably loud in the nose.

Imperial Select took that foundation and crossed it with an undisclosed second parent — a deliberate choice that adds its own genetic contribution to the profile while keeping the Sour Diesel character front and centre. That second parent brings extra body to the high and a subtle sweetness that sits beneath the fuel, making Cali Man strain slightly more rounded than a straight Sour D without losing any of its power or personality.

The undisclosed genetics are part of what makes this an Imperial Select exclusive. You won’t find this cross anywhere else. Only at Imperial Club.

Cali Man Strain — Aroma Profile

If you’ve ever smelled real Sour Diesel, you already know this nose is not subtle. Cali Man strain announces itself the moment you open the bag — and it doesn’t apologise for it.

Sharp diesel fuel — the Sour D signature, front and centre from the first whiff
Lemon and citrus — a bright, zesty tang cutting through the fuel like sunshine through a storm
Skunky earthiness — the Chemdawg lineage coming through, pungent and dank
Spicy pepper heat — Caryophyllene adding a warm, back-of-the-nose sharpness
Subtle sweetness — the undisclosed second parent leaving its calling card, balancing the gas with something softer underneath

The room changes when this bag opens. That’s not an exaggeration — Sour Diesel crosses are known for filling spaces fast, and Cali Man strain carries that same intensity. Keep it sealed until you’re ready. You’ve been warned.

Cali Man Strain — Flavour Experience

The smoke on Cali Man strain is exactly what a diesel cross should be — bold, complex, and satisfying in a way that keeps pulling you back for another hit.

Inhale:

Fuel and sour citrus hit first — sharp, clean, and instantly recognisable as Sour Diesel lineage
A bright lemon-rind quality on the front of the palate
The undisclosed parent adds a creamy softness right behind the gas

Mid-Palate:

Earthy skunk depth builds through the middle of the smoke
Peppery spice from the Caryophyllene adds heat and complexity
The fuel and lemon notes stay present throughout — they don’t fade or muddy

Exhale:

Long, clean finish — the diesel character lingers on the palate in the best possible way
Smooth enough for a joint or blunt, though it carries more presence than lighter sativas
The aftertaste is citrus-forward — clean, bright, and satisfying

Roll it in raw organic papers and take your time with it. The terpene profile on a well-cured Sour Diesel cross rewards slow, intentional smoking. White to light-grey ash confirms the quality of the grow.

APPEARANCE & BUD STRUCTURE

Cali Man strain carries the visual profile you’d expect from a Sour Diesel-dominant cross — light, airy, and resin-coated with the kind of structure that burns beautifully in a joint:

Light to medium green buds with a classic sativa elongated shape
Bright orange-amber pistils threaded through every nug
Thick trichome blanket — crystalline resin coating the entire surface, sticky and fragrant
Fluffy, well-structured bud formation — not dense like an indica, but substantial and well-developed
Resin visibly glistening even before it hits the grinder — the Chemdawg lineage showing its resin production

It’s not the most visually dramatic strain in the Imperial Select lineup, but the quality of the trichomes and the sheer volume of terp-loaded resin more than make up for it. When it comes to Sour Diesel crosses, the nose and the smoke are the main events — and Cali Man delivers on both.

SMOKE QUALITY

Cali Man strain smokes like a well-grown California sativa should — clean, flavourful, and consistent from first hit to the finish.

Smooth, manageable inhale — not harsh, but with a presence that lets you know you’re smoking something with character
Even, clean burn in joint or blunt format
White to light-grey ash — a reliable sign of a properly flushed, quality-grown product
Visible resin ring on rolling paper early in the session
Long-lasting flavour — the fuel and citrus terpene profile holds throughout, not just on the first hit

People who prefer glass or a vaporiser will get the full expression of the Sour Diesel terp stack. Vaporising at around 178–190°C (352–374°F) hits the Limonene and Caryophyllene sweet spot and gives you the cleanest possible flavour profile from the Cali Man strain.

POTENCY & EFFECTS

This is a sativa-dominant strain with serious THC behind it — 22–28% depending on the batch. Cali Man strain is not a beginner’s first smoke. Experienced consumers, though, will find it one of the most satisfying, functional, and long-lasting highs in the Imperial Select catalogue.

First Hit:

Fast-acting cerebral rush — the Sour Diesel genetics hit quickly and decisively
Immediate mood elevation — stress dissolves, energy rises, and the mind sharpens
A warm buzz spreads from behind the eyes outward

Mid-Session:

Creative, focused, and talkative — this is a social strain and a productive strain in equal measure
Artists, writers, and anyone who needs mental fuel without body sedation will feel right at home here
The undisclosed second parent brings a subtle body warmth that smooths the Sour D edge without dulling the high

Later in the Session:

The cerebral energy gradually transitions into a calm, satisfied glow
No sudden crash — just a smooth, comfortable wind-down
Effects last 2–3 hours comfortably, with experienced users reporting strong longevity

Primary Terpenes:

Caryophyllene — spicy, peppery, anti-inflammatory, stress-relieving
Limonene — citrus brightness, mood elevation, anxiety management
Myrcene — earthy grounding, gentle body relaxation, smooth come-up

Cali Man strain is the move for morning sessions, creative work, long days that need fuel, or anyone who wants to experience what a proper California sativa feels like — wherever they are in the world.

ORDER CALI MAN STRAIN WORLDWIDE

You don’t have to be in Los Angeles to smoke like you are. Imperial Club ships the Cali Man strain — and the entire Imperial Select range — discreetly to customers across the USA, Europe, and internationally. Every order is packed securely, shipped privately, and delivered to your door without any indication of what’s inside.

Whether you’re ordering from New York, London, Amsterdam, or anywhere else, Imperial Club LA shop page makes it straightforward. California’s finest cannabis, delivered to your world.

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