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Cookie Monster

23%

THC

0.06%

CBD

Top flavors

spicyfloralpine
CalmingEnergizing

Cookie Monster has balanced effects.

Low THCHigh THC

Cookie Monster potency is average.

Cookie Monster is a modern hybrid-indica strain developed through the crossing of Girl Scout Cookies and OG Kush. This genetic combination results in a plant that requires moderate cultivation experience, performing well in both indoor and outdoor environments. Growers can expect a high yield from this variety, which reaches maturity after a 60-day flowering period.

The chemical profile of Cookie Monster is defined by a primary concentration of caryophyllene, followed by linalool, pinene, humulene, bisabolol, and limonene. These terpenes collectively shape its sensory profile, ranging from the spicy, peppery notes of the dominant caryophyllene to the floral undertones of linalool and the sharp, pine-forward influence of pinene, rounded out by the subtle earthy and citrus hints provided by the remaining tertiary compounds.

This THC-dominant strain, containing 23% THC and 0.06% CBD, is primarily utilized for its ability to promote a state of being relaxed and focused. Users frequently seek this profile for the management of pain, stress, and sleep difficulties. The genetic legacy of Cookie Monster is carried forward through a variety of notable crosses, including Limey Monster, Cookie Monster x Mango Haze, Eat Me Cookies, and Truck Stop Cookies.

Terpene Profile

Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.

caryophyllene ~60%linalool ~28%pinene ~12%
TerpeneShare
caryophyllene~60%
linalool~28%
pinene~12%

Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.

~60%

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.

~28%

floral

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Russo 2011: local anesthetic equal to procaine; anticonvulsant via glutamate/GABA modulation; reduces morphine tolerance via multisite opioid/GABAergic/cannabinoid action.

~12%

pine

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Russo 2011: acetylcholinesterase inhibitor (IC50 0.44 mM) counteracting THC-induced short-term memory deficits; most widely encountered terpenoid in nature; anti-inflammatory via PGE-1.

Effects

Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.

Genetic 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.

Genealogy

Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Cookie Monster.

Composite Traits

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Similar strains

Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cookie Monster indica or sativa?

Cookie Monster is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).

What terpene is dominant in Cookie Monster?

Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Linalool follows as the secondary terpene.

Is Cookie Monster good for daytime use?

Cookie Monster 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.