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LA Confidential Strain Review (Aurora)

Strain Reviews · By Arkady Kats · Updated · 3 min read

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For this cannabis strain review, I tried out some LA Confidential made by Aurora. It’s an indica-dominant strain, and this batch’s label showed a moderate THC level with very little CBD. This was powder dry; the flower should not be packaged for this long, let alone in such a big container with no humidity pouch. This was a fail.

Below is a more detailed rundown of this strain:

Legal note: This review is for adults of legal age where cannabis is legal. This flower was bought legally in Canada, where each province sets the minimum age (21 in Quebec, 19 in Ontario). In the US, cannabis remains a Schedule I drug under federal law, apart from the narrow change in a federal rule published April 28, 2026. State laws differ.

  • Lineage: Often listed as OG LA Affie x Afghani, but I couldn’t confirm it with a breeder
  • Type: Indica-dominant
  • Potency: Moderate THC, very little CBD (levels vary by grower and batch)
  • Terpene Profile: Pinene, caryophyllene, myrcene and ocimene on this batch’s label; varies by batch
  • Packaging Details: Packaged on 06/13/19 and tested/reviewed on 12/22/2019, exactly 192 days after it was packaged.
  • Pricing Details: Purchased 3.5 Grams for $26.90 at the SQDC in Montreal, QC. ($7.69/gram), the price at the time of purchase

Appearance: 1.5/5

The bag appeal was missing here, and I wasn’t too impressed. It’s a mix of light green and dark green shades with orange pistils and a small number of trichomes. The reason why the score is low?

It completely baffles me as to why so many strains are so dry when it’s a freshly sealed bottle! Come on, guys, let’s step it up. Is it so hard to add these pouches to keep the buds nice and fresh?! We’re talking below 40% RH in the container, powder dry.

Aroma: 1/5

Dead terps would be the best way to describe the aroma. There can’t be much of anything coming out of the container if the weed is that dry; it’s not really possible. It did smell like weed, so there’s that. Try Lilac Diesel Strain and Dancehall Strain if you want a better aroma.

Flavor: 1.5/5

I guess there were very subtle notes of citrus left on the palate on the exhale, but they were minimal; there wasn’t much going on here. On top of that, the coughing was pretty aggressive after each puff.

Effects: 3/5

This was my favorite (and the only “above-average”) aspect from this entire LA Confidential strain review, although the standards are pretty low at this point. Not too lethargic, it was a pretty uplifting feeling overall, body and mind.

Overall: 2/5

If I were to base my recommendation on only this specific experience, I wouldn’t recommend this to anybody. Scratch that; I wouldn’t gift this to anybody; actually, I wouldn’t even want to receive this as a gift. This is no Bueno, a pretty bad job by Aurora. If you’ve tried some out, let me know what you thought of it in the comments below!

Alternatives

  • Death Bubba: A potent indica with an earthy flavor and aroma like LA Confidential’s, and a reputation for heavier, more relaxing effects.
  • Purple Kush: An indica known for a sweet, grape-like flavor and aroma and relaxing effects. A good pick if you want more flavor.
  • Granddaddy Purple: A well-known indica with a strong berry scent and taste, and a reputation for relaxing effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is LA Confidential strain indica or sativa?

LA Confidential is sold as an indica-dominant strain. My batch felt more uplifting than sedating, so effects can vary.

How does LA Confidential strain smell?

My batch had almost no aroma because it was so dry. A fresher batch should smell much stronger.

What is the CBD content of LA Confidential strain?

LA Confidential usually contains very little CBD. Check the label, since levels vary by grower and batch.

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