Girl Scout Cookies or GSC for short is a cannabis strain that has become very popular since it first popped up in the North of California. Girl Scout Cookies cannabis seeds have won a number of cannabis cups over the years and its genetics are responsible for other varieties like Thin Mint and Platinum GSC. Those who have grown or smoked GSC have only good things to say. The strain is popular with both recreational and also medicinal marijuana users. This hybrid strain is perfect for an afternoon smoke. GSC will leave you feeling mellow without putting you to sleep. The smell and taste of GSC has to be experienced to be truly appreciated. It notoriously produces a smaller yield but rest assured that this thick little bud is packing some powerful smoke.
About Girl Scout Cookies
Girl Scout Cookies was first bred in Northern California around 2012 by the underground cannabis breeding collective Cookie Family, otherwise known as Cookie Fam. The founders and members of Cookie Family would go on to have worldwide success and create one of the most recognisable brands in the cannabis industry.
The GSC strain is an Indica dominant strain that is well known for its sweet dessert-like aroma and taste. It has become a favourite after-dinner treat for many enjoyers of cannabis as a little nightcap to finish off the day. The medical cannabis community loves GSC too as its reported to offer fast relief from symptoms of pain, appetite loss and nausea.
Girl Scout Cookies Genetics
Growth Cycle for Girl Scout Cookies
While not the easiest strain to grow, Girl Scout Cookies is well loved by home growers for their short flowering time. You can expect buds anywhere up to 9-10 weeks. GSC has been said to be a little bit on the lighter side for its yield when compared to other feminised and autoflowering cannabis seeds. However, the buds GSC produces are not only plump and potent but aesthetically amazing. According to growers when treated right, the strain grows bright green and purple buds with amber orange hairs. This powerful flower is best grown indoors according to expert growers for maximum success.
Taste, Flavour and Smell of GSC
Girl Scout Cookies and any of GSC’ children, like Sherbert and GMO Cookies have a distant flavour, taste and smell. As the name suggests GSC is sweet and will make you want to grab anything sweet in sight. Your palate will be treated to hints of mint with delicious fruity flavours of cherry and lemon. The GCS strain is well known for being one of the best smelling strains ever grown and you will be watering at the mouth as soon as those aromas hit your nostrils.
Positive Effects and Adverse Reactions
Did you know?
GSC is undoubtedly a staple strain of the West Coast cannabis scene but did you know Bay Area rapper Berner claims to have been the founder of Girl Scout Cookies? Nevertheless, Berner was the one that made the genius marketing move to give the strain to the rap star Wiz Khalifa which gave the GSC weed strain worldwide attention.
Final Thoughts
Girl Scout Cookies cannabis seeds may be one of the harder strains to grow but the results are totally worth it. Seeds are readily available in feminised and autoflowering Girl Scout Cookies cannabis seeds. The strain is revered all over the world and for good reason. Smoking GSC results in a beautifully balanced high and with fast budding times, you won’t be waiting too long to get your hands on that sweet smoke. Whether it’s for medical or recreational reasons, GSC will deliver what you need.