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Glacial Lake

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Glacial Lake has balanced effects.

Glacial Lake is a modern, hybrid-sativa cultivar whose exact origins remain undocumented. While Wedding Cake is confirmed as a parent, the remainder of its genetic lineage is incomplete, and no breeder history or development timeline has been publicly verified. This lack of a documented breeding history ensures that the strain remains a subject of curiosity for those tracking contemporary genetics, as its full pedigree is currently held as proprietary or unknown within the commercial market.

The terpene profile for Glacial Lake is confirmed to run from caryophyllene as the primary, followed by myrcene, limonene, humulene, linalool, pinene, beta-pinene, ocimene, bisabolol, nerolidol, guaiol, and p-cymene. Given the prominence of caryophyllene underpinned by significant concentrations of myrcene and limonene, the strain exerts a complex aromatic presence that balances spicy and herbaceous notes with a citrus-forward finish. Consumers may notice secondary nuances provided by the inclusion of linalool and various pinenes, which round out the total aromatic expression of the flower.

This THC-dominant hybrid-sativa is recognized for its ability to foster creative, uplifted, and happy effects. It is a frequent choice for specific use cases including creative endeavors, social engagements, and tasks requiring mental focus. Cultivation of Glacial Lake is moderately difficult, though it thrives in both indoor and outdoor environments and produces a high yield after a 75-day flowering period. There are currently no notable offspring recorded in the botanical record for this cultivar.

Terpene Profile

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

caryophyllene ~60%myrcene ~28%limonene ~12%
TerpeneShare
caryophyllene~60%
myrcene~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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Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.

~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

Sativa-dominant

■ Indica 30%■ Sativa 70%

Primarily sativa with indica grounding. Uplifting with body relaxation.

THC-Dominant

High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.

Genealogy

Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Glacial Lake.

Ancestry

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Composite Traits

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Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glacial Lake indica or sativa?

Glacial Lake is modeled here as a sativa-dominant (primarily sativa with indica grounding).

What terpene is dominant in Glacial Lake?

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

Is Glacial Lake good for daytime use?

Glacial Lake 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.