Bears XO Reserve
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Terpenes
Bears XO Reserve effects are mostly calming.
Bears XO Reserve
Top flavors
Terpenes
Bears XO Reserve effects are mostly calming.
Bears XO Reserve is a modern hybrid cannabis cultivar produced by crossing GMO Cookies and Blueberry. This genetic pairing integrates the distinct traits of its parentage to establish a stable, high-yielding variety suitable for cultivation in both indoor and outdoor environments. Growers can expect a moderate difficulty level and a flowering phase lasting exactly 63 days, confirming its utility for standardized commercial or personal setups.
The sensory profile of Bears XO Reserve is defined by a complex, multi-tiered terpene arrangement led by myrcene, terpinolene, and caryophyllene. This volatile foundation is further nuanced by limonene, ocimene, linalool, humulene, pinene, beta-pinene, bisabolol, guaiol, alpha-terpinene, nerolidol, and camphene. This extensive chemical structure provides a layered aromatic experience, dictated by the precise hierarchy of its terpene content, which influences the specific flavor profile of the THC-dominant flower.
Users can anticipate a range of effects characterized primarily as relaxed, happy, and uplifted, making this strain a frequent choice for those managing stress, pain, or sleep difficulties. Beyond its immediate therapeutic utility, the cultivar has demonstrated significance in breeding circles, most notably serving as a key genetic contributor to the development of Humboldt Breath. This established lineage reflects the strain's ongoing role in current hybridization efforts.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| terpinolene | ~28% | herbal | creative · social |
| caryophyllene | ~12% | spicy | relaxing · social |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
~28%
herbal
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PMC11060501: antinociception via NO/PGE2/TNF-α inhibition; associated with cerebral sativa profiles; least clinically characterised of major terpenes.
~12%
spicy
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Russo 2011: only terpene that is a selective full CB2 agonist (100 nM); Gertsch et al. 2008: acts as dietary cannabinoid; unique anti-inflammatory and gastric cytoprotective properties.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
relaxed
eveningPrimary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
happy
anytimeuplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
Genetic Profile
Balanced Hybrid
Equal indica and sativa genetics. Balanced body and mind effects.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Bears XO Reserve.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Siblings
Share parents gmo cookies / blueberry
Offspring — 1 strains bred from Bears XO Reserve
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bears XO Reserve indica or sativa?
Bears XO Reserve is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Bears XO Reserve?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Terpinolene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Bears XO Reserve good for daytime use?
Bears XO Reserve is versatile and works across different times of day depending on dose and individual response.
How accurate is this data?
See the "Data confidence" card in the sidebar. Terpene profiles and effects are chemistry-informed estimates — individual responses depend on phenotype, source, and personal chemistry.