Cowboy Cookies
28%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Cowboy Cookies effects are mostly energizing.
Cowboy Cookies potency is higher THC than average.
Cowboy Cookies
28%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Cowboy Cookies effects are mostly energizing.
Cowboy Cookies potency is higher THC than average.
Cowboy Cookies is a modern hybrid strain with an undocumented lineage. Breeders have not publicly confirmed its foundational cross, leaving its specific development and history a matter of ambiguity within the cannabis community. While the strain appears in contemporary collections, its origins remain thinly documented, and no formal breeder record exists to clarify its genetic heritage beyond the influence of Star Dawg F2.
The chemical profile of Cowboy Cookies is defined by a complex arrangement of terpenes, led by limonene, myrcene, and caryophyllene, followed by nerolidol, humulene, linalool, beta-pinene, pinene, camphene, terpinolene, and bisabolol. This cultivar possesses an estimated THC content of 28% with negligible CBD, resulting in a potent analytical profile. While its exact sensory impact tends to shift based on cultivation conditions, the presence of these specific compounds likely contributes to a sophisticated aromatic bouquet that mirrors the diversity of its listed terpene profile.
Consumers generally report feeling relaxed, happy, and uplifted after use, making this hybrid a potential candidate for managing stress, pain, and sleep-related concerns. Cultivators can expect a moderate level of difficulty, with the plants reaching a 70-day flowering period in both indoor and outdoor environments, ultimately resulting in a high yield. There are currently no notable offspring recorded for this strain, and its status as a modern hybrid solidifies its role as a contemporary option for those seeking its specific therapeutic profile.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| limonene | ~60% | citrus | social · creative |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| 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: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
~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 Cowboy Cookies.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Siblings
Share parent star dawg f2
Composite Traits
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What would Cowboy Cookies × ? produce?
Predict the terpene profile, effects, and growing traits of a cross. Our gene weaver engine votes on dominant traits from both parents.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cowboy Cookies indica or sativa?
Cowboy Cookies is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Cowboy Cookies?
Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Cowboy Cookies good for daytime use?
Cowboy Cookies 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.