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Girl Scout Cookie

19.1%

THC

0.12%

CBG

Top flavors

spicyearthycitrus
CalmingEnergizing

Girl Scout Cookie has balanced effects.

Low THCHigh THC

Girl Scout Cookie potency is average.

Girl Scout Cookie is a modern, hybrid-indica strain bred from Cherry Pie. Reportedly originating from the West Coast, the strain is credited to defining the modern era of cannabis breeding. It requires moderate cultivation effort and produces a high yield within a 67-day flowering cycle, performing well in both indoor and outdoor environments.

The terpene profile is led by caryophyllene, followed by humulene, limonene, myrcene, linalool, nerolidol, bisabolol, beta-pinene, pinene, camphene, caryophyllene-oxide, borneol, valencene, terpinolene, ocimene, and geraniol. This complex chemical architecture results in a distinct sensory profile defined by the interaction of these sixteen specific compounds.

As a THC-dominant cultivar with 19.1% THC and 0.12% CBG, Girl Scout Cookie is utilized for its relaxed and focused effects. It is frequently sought after for its efficacy in managing pain, stress, and sleep. Its genetic legacy is expansive, having been used to develop a variety of notable offspring including Girl Scout Cookie x Gelato, Bruce Banner #3 X Girl Scout Cookie, Cookie OG, Ghost Train Haze X Bruce Banner #3 X Girl Scout Cookie, Ghost Train Haze X Girl Scout Cookie X California Orange Bud, Girl Scout Cookie X California Orange Bud, and Grandma's Batch Candy Cookies.

Terpene Profile

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

caryophyllene ~60%humulene ~28%limonene ~12%
TerpeneShare
caryophyllene~60%
humulene~28%
limonene~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%

earthy

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PMC11060501: opioid-independent antinociception; appetite suppression (anorectic); NF-κB dual-pathway synergy with caryophyllene.

~12%

citrus

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Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.

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 Girl Scout Cookie.

Composite Traits

Use caution if

evening-wind-downdaytime-productivitymorning-use

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Similar strains

Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Girl Scout Cookie indica or sativa?

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

What terpene is dominant in Girl Scout Cookie?

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

Is Girl Scout Cookie good for daytime use?

Girl Scout Cookie 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.