Hype Train
20.9%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Hype Train has balanced effects.
Hype Train potency is average.
Hype Train
20.9%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Hype Train has balanced effects.
Hype Train potency is average.
Hype Train is a modern hybrid cannabis strain produced by crossing GMO Cookies with MAC and Cheese. Because specific breeder documentation regarding its precise origins or developmental history is unavailable, the lineage of this strain remains limited to the known genetic combination of these two parent varieties. It is cultivated through an indoor or outdoor environment with a flowering time of 63 days, and it is considered a moderate challenge for growers to manage while producing a high yield.
The terpene profile of Hype Train is confirmed to include a complex array of compounds, anchored by a dominant concentration of caryophyllene followed by limonene, myrcene, and humulene. The secondary and tertiary tiers consist of linalool, beta-pinene, bisabolol, pinene, caryophyllene-oxide, nerolidol, ocimene, valencene, and camphene. This specific chemical arrangement constitutes the sensory experience of the strain, which balances these distinct botanical elements. While potency varies by production batch, the strain contains an estimated average of 20.9% THC.
Users of Hype Train report feeling relaxed, happy, and uplifted following consumption. These effects align with its common use cases, which include the management of stress, pain, and sleep difficulties. Despite its status as a modern hybrid in the current market, there are currently no notable offspring recorded for this variety. The combination of its terpene-dense profile and user-reported physiological effects makes it a focused tool for those seeking specific therapeutic outcomes.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| limonene | ~28% | citrus | social · creative |
| myrcene | ~12% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
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.
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.
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 Hype Train.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Siblings
Share parents gmo cookies / mac and cheese
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hype Train indica or sativa?
Hype Train is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Hype Train?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Limonene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Hype Train good for daytime use?
Hype Train 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.