Cultivar record / jack-frost
Jack Frost
Jack Frost is a hybrid cultivar with White Widow, Northern Lights and Jack Herer in its recorded lineage. Reported characteristics include pine, citrus and earthy flavours and euphoric, uplifted and aroused effects.
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Cover reference: The photograph above shows Apple Jack, not Jack Frost. Shares 'jack' naming with the Apple Jack cultivar.
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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
Terpenes
Genetics
Reported negatives
- Dry Eyes
- Dry Mouth
Reported sensory and character descriptors vary by phenotype, batch and individual experience. They are not medical guidance.
Genetics and lineage
The recorded lineage includes White Widow, Northern Lights #5, Jack Herer. Source disagreement should be treated as part of the cultivar's naming history rather than flattened into a false certainty.
Flavour
Reported flavour notes include pine, citrus and earthy.
Reported character
Reported effects include euphoric, uplifted and aroused. Individual experiences vary.
Uncertainty and variation
This profile has no independently recorded aroma data. Cultivar names, potency and characteristics vary between growers, batches and phenotypes. The archive records a specific reviewed sample — it is not a current product specification.
This profile has no independently recorded aroma data. Cultivar names, potency and characteristics vary between growers, batches and phenotypes. The archive records a specific reviewed sample — it is not a current product specification.
Reported Effects of Jack Frost
Users most commonly report feeling euphoric, uplifted and aroused after consuming Jack Frost. 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 — Terpinolene (aroma and mood), Myrcene (comfort and ease), and Caryophyllene (freshness and energy) — as well as individual tolerance, consumption method and dosage.
Terpene Profile
The dominant terpenes recorded for Jack Frost are Terpinolene (a complex floral-pine-citrus scent associated with uplifting experiences), Myrcene (an earthy, musky profile commonly associated with relaxation and the classic sedative sensation) and Caryophyllene (a spicy, peppery character associated with comfort and ease). 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.
Jack Frost Questions
What is Jack Frost?
Jack Frost is classified as hybrid. Its recorded parent strains are White Widow, Northern Lights and Jack Herer.
Is Jack Frost indica or sativa?
Jack Frost is recorded as hybrid. Most modern cultivars are hybrids with both indica and sativa ancestry, so individual experiences can vary.
How strong is Jack Frost?
The archive record notes THC 20% and CBD <1% for Jack Frost. Actual potency varies between batches, growers and phenotypes.
Is Jack Frost suitable for beginners?
At around 20% THC, Jack Frost 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.
What does Jack Frost taste like?
The archive lists pine, citrus and earthy as flavour notes for Jack Frost.
What effects are reported for Jack Frost?
Community-reported effects include euphoric, uplifted and aroused. Individual experience varies considerably.
What are the potential downsides of Jack Frost?
Commonly reported side effects include dry eyes and dry mouth. These are self-reported and vary widely between consumers.
What terpenes are in Jack Frost?
The archive record lists terpinolene, myrcene and caryophyllene as terpenes associated with Jack Frost.
What is the genetic lineage of Jack Frost?
The recorded parent strains are White Widow, Northern Lights and Jack Herer. Lineage accounts can differ by breeder and source.
Is every Jack Frost 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.