Ice Cream Cake
Modern
Bhybrid-indica
Biscotti
22%
THC
0.01%
CBD
0.17%
CBG
Top flavors
earthycitrusspicy
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Biscotti effects are mostly calming.
Low THCHigh THC
Biscotti potency is average.
Biscotti
22%
THC
0.01%
CBD
0.17%
CBG
Top flavors
earthycitrusspicy
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Biscotti effects are mostly calming.
Low THCHigh THC
Biscotti potency is average.
Biscotti is a classic hybrid-indica strain resulting from the genetic crossing of Gelato and Girl Scout Cookies. This variety is grown in an indoor environment, requiring a flowering time of 60 days and presenting a difficult cultivation experience. Growers should anticipate a low yield from this plant, which is recognized for its contribution to various breeding projects.
The chemical profile of Biscotti is defined by a complex arrangement of terpenes, beginning with a dominance of myrcene, limonene, caryophyllene, beta-pinene, linalool, humulene, pinene, and bisabolol. This terpene array produces a distinct sensory profile, anchoring the experience in the specific aromatic contributions of these compounds.
As a THC-dominant hybrid, Biscotti is primarily utilized for the physiological and psychological effects of feeling relaxed, happy, and sleepy. The strain is commonly sought after for the management of stress and anxiety, or to assist with sleep. Its genetic legacy is cemented by its frequent use as a foundation for breeding projects, consistently contributing its specific psychoactive profile to a wide variety of recognized progeny across the modern cannabis market.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
myrcene ~60%limonene ~28%caryophyllene ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| limonene | ~28% | citrus | social · creative |
| 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.
Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
~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.
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relaxed
eveningPrimary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
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sleepy
eveningMyrcene potentiates barbiturate sleep (Russo 2011); CBN 2024 RCT reduces nighttime awakenings at 20 mg; nerolidol+myrcene+linalool GABAergic compounded effect.
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happy
anytimeGenetic Profile
Indica-dominant
■ Indica 70%■ Sativa 30%
Primarily indica with sativa influence. Relaxing body with some cerebral lift.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Cookies Fam three-way cross of Gelato #25 × GSC × South Florida OG; dense indica-dominant with sweet nutty cookie aroma.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Biscotti.
Ancestry
Great-grandparents
Chemdawg
caryophyllene· creative· relaxed
Hindu KushLandrace
camphene· relaxed· sleepy
Pink Panties
pinene· relaxed· focused
Grandparents
Durban PoisonLandrace
terpinolene· energetic· uplifted
Girl Scout Cookies
caryophyllene· relaxed· creative
OG Kush
limonene· relaxed· creative
Sunset Sherbet
caryophyllene· relaxed· uplifted
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Siblings
Share parents gelato / girl scout cookies
Do-Si-DoscaryophylleneGusherscaryophylleneWedding CakecaryophylleneApples and BananasmyrceneGelato CookiescaryophylleneRuderalismyrceneAnimal CookieslimoneneIce Cream CakelimoneneRuntzlimoneneCookies and CreamlimoneneGelatolimoneneAuto GelatocaryophylleneAuto GSCcaryophylleneBanana IzozkicaryophylleneBanana Soft ServelimoneneBig Body GelaticaryophylleneBizcochocaryophylleneBlack Do-latocaryophylleneBubba SlushcaryophylleneCheetah PisscaryophylleneCherry LimeadecaryophylleneDying DreamingmyrceneGandalf's Wizard SleevecaryophylleneGelato PoplimoneneJaffalatocaryophylleneJealousylimoneneJet Fuel GelatocaryophyllenePapaya SorbetcaryophyllenePapayatoncaryophyllenePink Runtzlimonene
Offspring — 30 strains bred from Biscotti
Amoretto SourmyrceneAuto Frozen BiscottimyrceneBanana CoolerlimoneneBiscotti RockslimoneneBrunch with MargotmyrceneBubble SpritzmyrceneBubblegum BiscottilimoneneBuckshotmyrceneCarbon FibercaryophylleneCaribbean BreezemyrceneCarol BazkinsmyrceneCherry BuseymyrceneCherry GmyrceneDeath RollmyrceneEgg RollmyrceneEskimomyrceneFrozen BiscottimyrceneGas FacecaryophylleneGas PuffsmyrceneGelattilimoneneGiscottimyrceneGuava BiscotticaryophylleneLemon BiscottimyrceneLemonattimyrceneMochaccino CreamcaryophyllenePermanent MarkercaryophyllenePink SunsetcaryophylleneRosetti MintsmyrceneScottie Dripp'ncaryophylleneStrawberry Biscotti Autolimonene
Composite Traits
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Community Reviews
★★★★★4.0 · 2 reviews
★★★★★sleep like a baby from stress
15 May 2026Honestly, Biscotti is my go-to for winding down after a long work week. That caryophyllene hits different, chills out my whole body and the head buzz is super euphoric, melts away all my stress and puts me to sleep so fast.
★★★★★not for daytime chill, too sleepy
30 Apr 2026This bud tastes great, like nutty cookies, but dang is it a heavy hitter. One bowl and I’m ready for a nap, so not something I can smoke during the day unless I wanna couch-lock. Also, a bit pricey.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Biscotti indica or sativa?
Biscotti is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Biscotti?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Limonene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Biscotti good for daytime use?
Biscotti 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.