Cultivar record / gary-payton
Gary Payton
Gary Payton has achieved cross-cultural recognition, bridging cannabis connoisseurship with mainstream celebrity association through its NBA namesake.
- Type
- hybrid
- THC
- 22%
- CBD
- <1%
- Breeder
- PowerzzzUp Genetics (also attributed to Cookies Fam) ⚠
Photography
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Cover reference: The photograph above shows Girl Scout Cookies, not Gary Payton. Shares Cookies-family lineage with similar hybrid profile to Girl Scout Cookies.
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Archive descriptors
Record notes
Only descriptors supported by both the archive record and supplementary cultivar data are listed here.
Reported feelings
Flavour notes
Aroma notes
- Apricot
- Pepper
- Lavender
- Earthy
- Sweet
Terpenes
Genetics
- The Y
- Snowman
Reported negatives
- Dry Mouth
- Anxious
- Paranoid
Reported sensory and character descriptors vary by phenotype, batch and individual experience. They are not medical guidance.
Overview
Gary Payton is a balanced hybrid cannabis cultivar bred by Powerzzzup Genetics in collaboration with Cookies, crossing The Y with Snowman. Named after the NBA Hall of Famer, it delivers an even-keeled experience with a distinctive flavour profile combining apricot, pepper, and lavender notes. Award-winning in hash form, it has become a contemporary classic.
History and origin
Gary Payton was released as a collaboration between Cookies, Kenny Dumetz, and Powerzzzup Genetics. Named after the NBA Hall of Fame point guard known as 'The Glove,' the strain quickly became a flagship offering. Its combination of unique flavour, balanced effects, and celebrity name recognition propelled it to international recognition. No first-hand ISMOKE review exists. This strain has no coverage in any of Tyler's ecosystem sites beyond the strains.cc reference profile.
Genetics and lineage
Gary Payton is a cross of The Y and Snowman, bred by Powerzzzup Genetics in collaboration with Cookies and Kenny Dumetz. It sits within the Cookies and Cherry family of genetics, known for producing colourful, high-potency cultivars with complex terpene profiles.
Appearance and structure
Gary Payton produces dense, colourful buds with a mix of olive green and purple hues, accented by orange pistils and a generous frosting of trichomes. The bag appeal is consistently high, reflecting the Cookies family standard.
Aroma
Gary Payton delivers a complex aromatic bouquet combining sweet apricot and lavender florals with a peppery, earthy backbone. The scent is distinctive and lingers pleasantly.
Flavour
Reported flavour notes include apricot, pepper, lavender, earthy and sweet.
Reported character
Reported effects include giggly, relaxed, euphoric, happy and talkative. Individual experiences vary.
Cannabinoids and terpenes
The dominant terpenes recorded for Gary Payton include Caryophyllene, Limonene, Linalool. Terpene profiles vary between phenotypes and growing conditions.
Cultivation
Gary Payton has a flowering time of approximately 8 to 9 weeks indoors. It is grown by Cookies-affiliated cultivators as well as licensed producers who have acquired the genetics. The plant tends to produce medium to high yields with proper training and nutrient management.
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Phenotypes and variation
Phenotypes of Gary Payton can vary in colour expression from olive green to deep purple, and terpene profiles may shift between the sweeter apricot-forward expressions and those that emphasise the peppery, earthy side.
Background
Gary Payton has achieved cross-cultural recognition, bridging cannabis connoisseurship with mainstream celebrity association through its NBA namesake. Its award success in hash form demonstrates the quality of its resin production.
Awards and reputation
Gary Payton won 1st place in the hash category at the 2022 Errl Cup in Arizona and took 2nd place at the 2022 Emerald Cup. Strains derived from Gary Payton have also won awards in Oklahoma and Oregon. It is widely regarded as a contemporary classic.
Uncertainty and variation
Gary Payton appears under several names in the archive. Cultivar characteristics vary between growers and batches. The archive records a specific reviewed sample — it is not a current product specification.
Gary Payton appears under several names in the archive. Cultivar characteristics vary between growers and batches. The archive records a specific reviewed sample — it is not a current product specification.
Reported Effects of Gary Payton
Users most commonly report feeling giggly, relaxed, euphoric, happy and talkative after consuming Gary Payton. These subjective effects are drawn from user-reported data and individual experiences vary considerably. The effects profile is influenced by the strain's dominant terpenes — Caryophyllene (aroma and mood), Limonene (comfort and ease), and Linalool (freshness and energy) — as well as individual tolerance, consumption method and dosage.
Terpene Profile
The dominant terpenes recorded for Gary Payton are Caryophyllene (a spicy, peppery character associated with comfort and ease), Limonene (a bright citrus note often linked to elevated mood) and Linalool (a floral lavender note associated with calming and soothing sensations). Terpene profiles can vary between phenotypes, growing conditions and curing methods.
For more on how terpenes influence the cannabis experience, see our guide to cannabis terpenes and browse the terpene directory.
Gary Payton Questions
What did the Gary Payton review say about its background?
Gary Payton has achieved cross-cultural recognition, bridging cannabis connoisseurship with mainstream celebrity association through its NBA namesake.
How strong is Gary Payton?
The archive record notes THC 22% and CBD <1% for Gary Payton. Actual potency varies between batches, growers and phenotypes.
Is Gary Payton suitable for beginners?
At around 22% THC, Gary Payton sits in the moderate-to-strong range. Beginners should start low and go slow — a little often goes a long way. Individual tolerance varies considerably.
Is Gary Payton indica or sativa?
Gary Payton is recorded as hybrid. Most modern cultivars are hybrids with both indica and sativa ancestry, so individual experiences can vary.
What terpenes are found in Gary Payton?
The archive records caryophyllene, limonene and linalool as terpenes associated with Gary Payton.
What are the potential downsides of Gary Payton?
Commonly reported side effects include dry mouth, anxious and paranoid. These are self-reported and vary widely between consumers.
Is every Gary Payton sample identical?
No. Phenotype, cultivation methods, storage conditions and batch differences can materially change appearance, aroma, flavour and reported character. The archive records what was observed in specific samples — your experience may differ.