As the cookies lineage continues to grow exponentially, you’ll find more and more articles like this Mandarin Cookies strain review. Breeders across the nation have grasped the popularity of GSC and used it to create unique child-strains in hopes of blowing up.
With the Mandarin Cookies cannabis strain, there is a bit of confusion in the genetics, which can confuse consumers and growers. Let’s weed through the confusion and learn more about this GSC derivative!
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While there is some debate about the genetics of Mandarin Cookies, one group of breeders came out and assured the industry that they’ve created Mandarin Cookies. Now, the heritage of Mandarin Cookies from Ethos Genetics is accepted as the real pot strain.
This sativa-dominant hybrid is the result of crossing Forum Cut Cookies and Mandarin Sunset.
Forum Cut Cookies is a specific phenotype of GSC. It started as a clone-only phenotype of Girl Scout Cookies and quickly became popular. However, it has been overshadowed by other phenotypes like Platinum GSC and Thin Mint GSC recently. The Forum cut is known for the original effects and essence of GSC.
Mandarin Sunset is also a strain from Ethos Genetics. Known for its skunky orange essence, the terpene profile is a wonderful blessing that has made this strain useful for marijuana concentrates.
Growers and consumers should be aware that there are other strains out there that try to claim the name Mandarin Cookies as well. One well-known alternative is a cross of Thin Mints and Tangerine Power, which is an indica-dominant hybrid with many different effects than the lineage discussed in this review.
If you are looking to purchase some bud or seeds, you need to ensure you know the genetics to see what type of Mandarin Cookies you are getting!
Ethos Genetics has put Mandarin Cookies to use as a parent-strain as well. They’ve used it to create strains like Crescendo and Peach Crescendo. Both are a cross of Mandarin Cookies, I-95, and Chem D, while the Peach Crescendo is also crossed with Peach Rings.
Ethos Genetics does supply seeds to various seed banks and nurseries, so check your favorite online seed banks to see if they have Ethos Genetics Mandarin Cookies in stock. If you find Mandarin Cookies from a different breeder, it’s almost always a different lineage.
Mandarin Cookies grows like a typical sativa in that it grows tall and lanky. The branches aren’t particularly strong, so bracing of larger branches is encouraged. Topping is also a good idea to spawn more lateral growth instead of making it reach unmanageable heights.
This hardy weed strain can grow indoors and outdoors and doesn’t require excessive care. It doesn’t need heavy fertilizers and does well in warm climates. Indoor growers can expect to harvest around 1.6 ounces per square foot of plant while outdoor growers can expect upwards of 18 ounces on each plant.
This ganja strain flowers for 8-9 weeks to reach optimal maturity. The buds are shaped like a pepper and are olive green in color. The hair coverage is thick as they form a yellowish-orange barrier above the bud. Below the hairs lay the short frosty-white trichomes that show off the essence and potency of this marijuana strain.
Mandarin Cookies is known for THC levels between 19-26%. This strain can pack a punch! The high is energizing for both the mind and the body.
The experience starts with a euphoric boost of mental energy and creativity that seems to help motivation levels in consumers.
The body is hit with a combination of relaxation and energy, making it a good daytime strain when you have a to-do list that simply won’t quit! The high stays calm but your thoughts can become a bit cloudy if you don’t have a moderately high tolerance for THC.
26% THC is quite high for newcomers to the world of weed, so try finding a batch with a bit lower potency so you can enjoy the experience more.
If you want a strain that can match the potency with the pungency, this is the strain for you. But, it’s not a classically pungent strain like that of the Skunk lineage. Instead, the flavor is quite crisp with the mingling of tangy citrus and a nutty herbal flavor profile.
The aroma is earthy, sour, and kushy with hints of tangerine and almond cookies. When the bud is burned the pungent aroma becomes quite apparent.
Mandarin Cookies is rich in terpenes Myrcene, Caryophyllene, and Limonene.
Myrcene delivers a relaxing experience when it is present in marijuana strains.
Caryophyllene is a unique terpene that activates the endocannabinoid system like the cannabinoids in cannabis. It’s useful for treating inflammation and serves as a welcome addition to all medicinal strains.
Limonene brings the citrus essence to the profile and also helps consumers fight stress and anxiety. It’s well suited towards a mental medicine that fits along well with the physical medicine that Caryphyllene delivers.
Medical marijuana patients can turn to Mandarin Cookies for the following health ailments:
It’s suited towards daytime usage and can be a good morning ritual for those with chronic conditions. Avoid it during the evening if you suffer from insomnia, as it will boost your energy levels and interfere with immediate sleep, although the high levels of THC will eventually make you tired no matter what.
Mandarin Cookies strain price on average is $10-$15 per gram, $45-55 per 1/8th oz, $90-$110 per 1/4 ounce, and $190-$210 per 1/2 ounce.
The accepted version of Mandarin Cookies will be the hardest to acquire growing stock for, unfortunately. You may find seeds or clones of other versions of Mandarin Cookies, but they tend to be much different than that of the Ethos Genetics heritage.
Try and look at their seed stocks and find Mandarin Cookies feminized seeds. Otherwise, you’ll probably buy a completely different genetic profile from other seed dealers.
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