GSC, also called Girl Scout Cookies, is an indica-hybrid marijuana strain made by crossing OG Kush with Durban Poison. GSC produces euphoric effects followed by full-body relaxation. This strain typically features a high level of THC, so it is best reserved for consumers with a high THC tolerance. GSC is loved for its sweet and pungent flavor profile with notes of mint, cherry and lemon.
Girl Scout Cookies, like so many other awesome weed strains hails from the West Coast of the US where she created waves of raving excitement among cannabis lovers shortly after she came to the scene. So big was the excitement about this super-potent strain that it didn’t take long until these waves and her stellar reputation reached Europe and the rest of the world. Today she is the best selling strain on the West Coast and the most popular strain in North America.
Just one of Girl Scout Cookies superb traits is her crazy powerful high that mixes happiness and euphoria with up-until-now uncharted depths of relaxation along with her excellent taste. Said differently, she more than deserves her reputation and that she’s the talk of so many cannabis lovers these days!
The effects of the Girl Scout Cookies strain
Girl Scout Cookies is a powerful strain, but feels like a true hybrid, riding the line between the relaxation of an indica and the social invigoration of a sativa. It’s a conversation-starter, making most users distinctly social, chatty, and happy, while also keeping them largely couch-bound. It’s a great strain for a card game or watching a funny TV show because it definitely improves mood and is best suited to more sedentary activities.
The GSC high catapults you into a wave of euphoria and tingles that encapsulate your body with very little effort. These ultra-powered buds will have you questioning space and time, while utterly gluing you to your seat. The couch lock on this is real, as are the munchies, so be sure to have a box of actual Girl Scout cookies handy for good measure. Throughout the hours-long high, you’ll experience waves of giddiness that might have you in minor giggle fits, though that will ebb and flow into introspection from time to time. This is an engaging high that will certainly have you feeling creative, but try as you might, you probably won’t have any motivation to get anything done.
GSC has some incredibly powerful effects that are beneficial to the medical community in numerous ways. First and foremost, this is a great strain for treating chronic pain, inflammation, muscle tension, and cramps. Its highly sedative properties will have you feeling relief in no time. Additionally, many use this strain as a stress reliever. The tranquilizer-like feeling of this bud puts you in a place of complete relaxation, slaying stress and even getting you ready for a good night’s sleep.
Girl Scout Cookies Effects:
- Happy;
- Relaxed;
- Euphoric;
- Uplifted;
- Creative.
Possible Side Effects of Girl Scout Cookies
The Girl Scout Cookies strain is probably one of the few strains that only has a couple of side effects for some consumers. The most commonly reported side effect for those who have enjoyed GSC, is dry mouth. This is easily manageable by drinking plenty of water while you are high, or another refreshing and thirst-quenching drink.
If you want your high to become a little more intense, drink some fresh-squeezed orange juice- the high levels of vitamin C will help to increase the levels of THC in your body, resulting in a heftier overall experience, while still keeping your body feeling hydrated. Some individuals that have regularly smoked this strain, have also reported experiencing mildly drier eyes, as well as fatigue when smoking too much; this fatigue could be likely due to GSC’s ability to couch-lock its consumer.
In order to avoid any possible side effects, it’s important to consider your limits and boundaries. Know how much of this marijuana you can handle, and don’t pass that amount unless you are willing to deal with any possible adverse effects. Most of all, make sure you have the munchies ready and plenty of water to drink; staying hydrated, healthy and happy is vital!
Girl Scout Cookies Negatives
- Dry mouth;
- Dry eyes;
- Dizzy;
- Paranoid;
- Anxious.
Plant Appearance
Wispy leaves, the plant will grow in platforms of sugar leaves, bud formations, and more sugar leaves, leaving space for a compact cola growth on top, as well as good internodal spacing in between each bud formation. Towards the final weeks the leaves, as well as the buds, will get densely covered in crystals giving the plant a delicious frosty touch. Growers can expect a plant to reach around 60-100 cm in height, and should fully mature by week 10.
Flavour
Girl Scout Cookies’ smoke has been said to truly embody the flavor of OG with a hint of candy mixed with some mint. Others love it for its unmistakable brown-sugar flavor, mixed with a hint of spices, peppers and nutmeg. Sometimes it has a distinct citrus edge to it, while still maintaining its earthiness.
Girl Scout Cookies Flavour:
- Cherry;
- Lemon;
- Mint;
- Sweet;
- Woody.
Aroma
Well-loved for its sweet and earthy aroma, Girl Scout Cookies has an enticing whiff to it. There is a certain earthiness to its presence, that is then broken up with hints of chocolate and mint, with a generous dash of spiciness. This fragrant bud becomes even more potent in smell as you break it up.
Girl Scout Cookies Aroma:
- Earthy;
- Nutty;
- Pungent;
- Spicy;
- Sweet;
- Vanilla.
Medical Benefits
Girl Scout Cookies have been successfully used in the treatment of many conditions. It has proven itself most effect as a powerful stress-management tool.
Because of this, it has become commonly used as a perfect wind-down smoke for the evening. It is therefore a proven effective way to unwind after a long day at work.
The high of the GSC comes in quickly and creates a rush that settles into a strong sedative high. This also makes it perfect to combat any onslaught of depression and anxieties. This is because it has a very smooth, soothing way of calming down nerves.
Girl Scout Cookies also causes the “munchies”, which is why doctors have prescribed it to their patients in order to restore their appetite. This is especially prevalent in those who suffer from cancer and the corresponding treatments necessary.
Insomnia has also successfully been treated by the use of Girl Scout Cookies, putting the mind at ease quite easily and encouraging the melatonin levels to spike. A cerebral high has been observed in those who smoke or consume GSC.
This is why, for medicinal reasons, GSC has made itself a one-stop-shop for those suffering from pains and aches as well. Lastly, because of it’s above average THC levels, GSC has been recognized as a successful way of gently treating those who suffer from seizures.
Girl Scout Cookies Helps with:
- Stress;
- Depression;
- Pain;
- Anxiety;
- Insomnia.
Girl Scout Cookies Growing
Girl Scout Cookies are produced in short to medium height plants, with sturdy branches and bright green leaves. When grown in cooler settings, it produces a purplish bud that are rich in density and slightly crystallized.
All-round a very resistant strain to mildew and pests, growing GSC is more about creating an environment where it can flourish stress-free with enough space for it to branch out.
There are several phenotypes of this strain that include other clever plays on the plant’s former name, such as Thin Mint and Platinum Cookies, however, GSC stands out from the pack with its bright purple leafiness and twisting greenery. Additionally, the THC content of this variation truly makes it a one of a kind experience.
Very good strain! I had some shatter made from GSC and it was fire! This is also a really good medical strain. It helps my chronic pain from fibromyalgia and IBS. The only problem I’ve found is that it’s tends to make my heart rate higher and can be a little anxiety inducing.