Sour Cookies strain illustration

Sour Cookies

Hybrid
4(138)
Type
Hybrid
THC
16.8%–22.8%
CBD
—
Main terpene
Caryophyllene
Parents
GSC × Sour Diesel

THC range is the middle half of 35 public lab tests of Sour Cookies flower (2020–2022). Source: Cannlytics lab results, CC BY 4.0.

About Sour Cookies

Sour Cookies is a hybrid bred from GSC and Sour Diesel. Reviews most often mention feeling talkative, aroused and giggly.

THC and potency

Across 35 public lab tests of Sour Cookies flower between 2020 and 2022, the median result was 20% total THC, with half of all samples falling between 16.8% and 22.8%. That is in line with most flower on dispensary shelves. Potency varies by grower and batch, so always check the label.

Aroma, flavour and terpenes

Its reported terpene profile is led by caryophyllene, with limonene and myrcene. Caryophyllene is known for black pepper and warm spice, while limonene adds bright citrus-peel freshness. On the palate, people pick out diesel, pungent and butter.

Reported effects

Beyond feeling talkative, reviewers also mention feeling uplifted and tingly. Some consumers say they reach for it when dealing with depression, stress and pain. The side effects mentioned most are anxiety, paranoia and dry eyes. These are personal reports, not medical advice.

Genetics

Parents: GSC and Sour Diesel. Sour Cookies is also a parent of Helium.

Sour Cookies terpenes

Relative strength as reported by consumers.

  • caryophyllenePepper, spice
  • limoneneCitrus
  • myrceneEarthy, musky
  • humuleneWoody, hoppy
  • linaloolFloral, lavender
  • pinenePine

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Sour Cookies FAQ

How strong is Sour Cookies?
In 35 public lab tests, Sour Cookies flower had a median of 20% total THC; most samples were between 16.8% and 22.8%.
Is Sour Cookies an indica or a sativa?
Sour Cookies is generally classed as a hybrid.
What strains make Sour Cookies?
Sour Cookies is a cross of GSC and Sour Diesel.
What does Sour Cookies smell like?
Its main terpene is caryophyllene (pepper, spice), and people describe the flavour as diesel, pungent, butter.