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Vanilla Frosting Weed Strain Information & Review

Sophia Delphi February 13, 2023 - 6 min read
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The cultivators at Humboldt Seeds are revered for what they do. And when they decided to improve on the nearly-perfect Gelato strain, they came up with Vanilla Frosting. This hybrid that leans slightly indica (65%-35%) is both delicious and potent (20%+ THC content).

Vanilla Frosting delivers a euphoric, stress-relieving head high. In addition to those uplifting effects, it also provides happiness, creativity, and focus that keep the mind in high gear. The body buzz is relaxing but light, allowing users to get things done.

The aroma and flavor won’t surprise you: creamy and sweet vanilla dominates, with hints of spice, earth, and flowers, and a bit of diesel. The smoke is absolutely yummy. There’s another reason to love Vanilla Frosting, too; its buds are loaded with a very thick coating of frosty trichomes.

Effects

The Vanilla Frosting experience begins with euphoria that can sneak up on you.

Before you know it, the uplifting cerebral high has made quick work of worries, stress, and negative thoughts, and the happiness it provides grows stronger. Along with that joy comes an increase in energy, creativity, and focus; as the head buzz settles in for the long haul, it becomes calmer — but the user remains extremely happy.

The body stone is also calm and quite relaxing, but it’s a light buzz that’s not sedating. You’re unlikely to be anchored to the couch; instead, you’ll be able to make good use of the creative mental energy delivered by Vanilla Frosting. You’ll be able to tackle complicated projects, too, since this strain’s high is a long-lasting one.

This is good weed for daytime use because of the energy it provides, and some folks like it as a wake-and-bake choice. Once work is done, Vanilla Frosting is just as good for enjoying an evening out, a gathering with friends, or a lengthy session with your favorite hobbies. Don’t expect it to put you to sleep, though; late-night use may keep you up longer than you’d like.

Bottom Line: Vanilla Frosting is a terrific companion during the day or evening, boosting energy and focus while it relieves stress and anxiety. The body buzz is pleasant and relaxing but not too strong.

Positive Effects:

  • Energy: 4/5
  • Creative: 4/5
  • Pain: 3/5
  • Stress: 4/5
  • Sleep: 2/5
  • Mood: 5/5

Side Effects

You may experience cottonmouth or dry eyes while smoking Vanilla Frosting, but those are the only negative effects most users will experience — unless they’re hoping to get some rest or consider the munchies to be a “negative” effect.

The high THC levels can be a problem for inexperienced smokers, though, as some may find themselves getting anxious or paranoid. Those folks should be careful with this strain until they know how it affects them. The same holds for users with anxiety problems since high THC levels may worsen that condition.

Negative Effects:

  • Paranoid: 2/5
  • Dry Mouth: 4/5
  • Dry Eyes: 4/5
  • Lethargy: 2/5
  • Cough: 3/5

Medical Conditions

The primary reason medical marijuana users seek out Vanilla Frosting is for its uplifting head high. They say the strain’s ability to erase short- and long-term worries and negative thinking is a potent weapon against mental health issues like stress, depression, and anxiety (although some suffering from chronic anxiety may find that Vanilla Frosting hurts rather than helps).

Patients with conditions like chronic fatigue syndrome and ADD/ADHD also praise this strain for its ability to provide them with more energy and more focus, respectively. The mild physical relaxation doesn’t necessarily ease serious pain, according to MMJ users, but it may relieve issues caused by chronic pain conditions like arthritis and fibromyalgia.

Flavor and Aroma

If you love vanilla (and who doesn’t?), Vanilla Frosting delivers.

The scent of this bud is primarily sweet, delicious vanilla, although there’s also a little pungency contributed by hints of diesel, earth, spice, herbs, and flowers. The flavor is similar, as the creamy smoke tastes mostly vanilla but has notes of those other elements playing around the edges. The aftertaste is delightfully sweet and spicy.

Flavor and Aroma Ratings:

  • Earthy: 3/5
  • Citrus: 2/5
  • Fruity: 3/5
  • Spice: 3/5
  • Wood: 3/5

Cannabinoids and Terpenes

The average sample of Vanilla Frosting submitted for lab testing has a THC level of 20%. However, it’s not unusual to find this weed with 23% or even 25% THC content when you shop at a retail outlet; batches vary by grower. The levels of CBD and other cannabinoids are minimal.

Caryophyllene and myrcene are the dominant terpenes found in Vanilla Frosting, but they’re far from the only terps that contribute to the flower’s aroma, taste, and effects. Limonene, linalool, pinene, humulene, ocimene, and terpinolene are also represented in the mix.

Lineage

We’ve mentioned that Vanilla Frosting is the brainchild of Humboldt Seeds, and it was an effort to take the storied Gelato strain to another level. Here’s what they did: they crossed Gelato BX3 with another one of their strains, Frost OG.

Gelato BX3, of course, contributes most of the delicious flavor and aroma of Vanilla Frosting, and Frost OG is known for the soaring head high it adds. The experts at Humboldt Seeds clearly knew what they were doing and created another winner.

Where to Buy Vanilla Frosting Seeds

Thankfully, Humboldt doesn’t keep their seeds in-house as many cultivators do. Their Vanilla Frosting seeds are readily available online from vendors like Seedsman, North Atlantic Seed Company, Sensible Seeds, and Blimburn Seeds. Most have both feminized and standard seeds available. Dark Heart Nursery, Chitown Seeds, and other vendors also have clones for sale.

Similar Strains

If the vanilla scent and taste of Vanilla Frosting were what caught your attention, you could try strains like Vanilla Runtz or Wedding Cake. Other choices with similar effects include Lemon G, Layer Cake, and Crumbled Lime.

Vanilla Frosting Strain Review: FAQ

Q: What kind of strain is Vanilla Frosting?
A: It’s a hybrid that leans indica, with 65% indica genetics and 35% sativa genetics. However, the experience isn’t necessarily what you’d expect from “an indica” since the head high is far more active than the relaxing body stone.

Q: Then why did I see a sativa version of Vanilla Frosting at my dispensary?
A: Growers other than Humboldt Seed Company also produce their own versions of this strain, and some of them do lean slightly sativa. The “real thing” will be identified as coming from Humboldt.