Cultivar record / lava-cake
Lava Cake
Lava Cake is a hybrid cultivar with Thin Mint GSC and Grape Pie in its recorded lineage. Reported characteristics include pepper, mint, vanilla, grape and sweet flavours and relaxed, sleepy, tingly, euphoric and creative effects.
Photography
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Cover reference: The photograph above shows Girl Scout Cookies, not Lava Cake. Related through Thin Mint Girl Scout Cookies lineage.
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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
- Thin Mint GSC
- Grape Pie
Reported negatives
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Dizzy
Reported sensory and character descriptors vary by phenotype, batch and individual experience. They are not medical guidance.
History and origin
Also known as Lava Cake #11. A rare cross of Thin Mint GSC and Grape Pie, named for its rich, dessert-like flavour.
Genetics and lineage
The recorded parent strains are Thin Mint GSC and Grape Pie. Also known as Lava Cake #11. A rare cross of Thin Mint GSC and Grape Pie, named for its rich, dessert-like flavour.
Flavour
Reported flavour notes include pepper, mint, vanilla, grape and sweet.
Reported character
Reported effects include relaxed, sleepy, tingly, euphoric and creative. 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 Lava Cake
Users most commonly report feeling relaxed, sleepy, tingly, euphoric and creative after consuming Lava Cake. 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), Myrcene (comfort and ease), and Humulene (freshness and energy) — as well as individual tolerance, consumption method and dosage.
Terpene Profile
The dominant terpenes recorded for Lava Cake are Caryophyllene (a spicy, peppery character associated with comfort and ease), Myrcene (an earthy, musky profile commonly associated with relaxation and the classic sedative sensation) and Humulene (an earthy, woody hop-like aroma that contributes savoury depth). 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.
Lava Cake Questions
What is Lava Cake?
Lava Cake is classified as hybrid. Its recorded parent strains are Thin Mint GSC and Grape Pie.
Is Lava Cake indica or sativa?
Lava Cake is recorded as hybrid. Most modern cultivars are hybrids with both indica and sativa ancestry, so individual experiences can vary.
How strong is Lava Cake?
The archive record notes THC 22% and CBD <1% for Lava Cake. Actual potency varies between batches, growers and phenotypes.
Is Lava Cake suitable for beginners?
At around 22% THC, Lava Cake 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 Lava Cake taste like?
The archive lists pepper, mint, vanilla, grape and sweet as flavour notes for Lava Cake.
What effects are reported for Lava Cake?
Community-reported effects include relaxed, sleepy, tingly, euphoric and creative. Individual experience varies considerably.
What are the potential downsides of Lava Cake?
Commonly reported side effects include dry mouth, dry eyes and dizzy. These are self-reported and vary widely between consumers.
What terpenes are in Lava Cake?
The archive record lists caryophyllene, myrcene and humulene as terpenes associated with Lava Cake.
What is the genetic lineage of Lava Cake?
The recorded parent strains are Thin Mint GSC and Grape Pie. Lineage accounts can differ by breeder and source.
Is every Lava Cake 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.