¶ Girl Scout Cookies (GSC)
| Strain | Look | Smell & Flavor | Primary Effects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Girl Scout Cookies | Twisting green calyxes, purple leaves | Mint, sweet cherry, lemon | Euphoric, relaxed, time-bending |
GSC (formerly known as Girl Scout Cookies) is the strain that changed the 21st-century cannabis market. Originating in San Francisco around 2010, it was bred by the "Cookie Fam" group, including Berner and Jigga. It is a cross of OG Kush and F1 Durban (Durban Poison x Cherry Pie). GSC is famous for its "dessert" profile, offering a mix of mint, sweet cherry, and earthy dough. It popularized the dense, "popcorn" style bud structure and the deep purple leaves that are now hallmarks of top-shelf indoor cannabis.
The effects of GSC are described as "time-bending." It provides a powerful surge of euphoria and creative energy that slowly dissolves into a heavy, full-body relaxation. It is exceptionally potent, often testing over 25% THC, making it a favorite for medical patients with high tolerance levels. It is used to treat severe pain, nausea, and appetite loss. GSC has become a genetic "super-parent," giving birth to a whole family of strains including Thin Mint GSC, Platinum GSC, and eventually the Gelato and Wedding Cake lines.
¶ Descendants
| Strain | Cross | Why it’s famous |
|---|---|---|
| Gelato (#33, #41, #45) | Thin Mint GSC × Sunset Sherbet | The “gold standard” of modern cannabis; creamy and fruity. |
| Wedding Cake | GSC × Cherry Pie | Heavy, doughy, and incredibly potent; often called “Pink Cookies.” |
| Sunset Sherbet | GSC × Pink Panties | The bridge that led to the creation of the Gelato and Runtz lines. |
| GMO Cookies | GSC × Chemdawg | Also called “Garlic Cookies”; smells like garlic, mushroom, and onion. |
| Animal Cookies | GSC × Fire OG | A much heavier, more “indica” version of the original Cookies. |
| Dosidos | GSC × Face Off OG | High-potency hybrid with a heavy floral and earthy funk. |