Cold Snap strain guide
Cold Snap is an indica-leaning hybrid of Biscotti and The Menthol, bred by WyEast Farms. Its name fits the smell: a cool menthol note over diesel and citrus. People usually describe it as calm, relaxed and a little giggly.
Where does Cold Snap come from?
Cold Snap comes from WyEast Farms. It crosses Biscotti, a sweet and gassy strain from the Cookies family, with The Menthol, the minty, fuel-heavy strain from Compound Genetics.
It's usually listed as about 70% indica. You may also see it spelled Cold Snaps or Cold Snapz.
What does Cold Snap smell and taste like?
Expect something funky. Most people describe sharp menthol and spicy mint over diesel, with sour citrus and an earthy base. Some batches carry a blue cheese or ammonia note, and the smoke often gets sweeter as you go.
Published terpene results list caryophyllene first, then limonene and linalool. Caryophyllene brings the peppery spice, limonene the citrus and linalool a soft floral tone. One Washington review of a different grower's batch picked up oats, blueberry and vanilla, so expect some variation.
Cold Snap effects: what people report
People most often describe Cold Snap as relaxed, happy and giggly, with a warm, tingly body feel that comes on fairly quickly. Some find it uplifting and talkative, while others say it turns mildly sedating as it settles.
These are experiences people report, not promises. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your own tolerance. Dry mouth and dry eyes are the most common complaints, and some people mention dizziness.
How strong is Cold Snap?
Cold Snap sits in the middle of the pack for modern strains. Listings put it at about 15% to 22% THC, with very little CBD.
If you're new to it, start with a small amount and give it time before having more. Your batch's THC and CBD numbers are on the label, and they tell you more than the strain name does.
Buying Cold Snap in Canada
Look for both spellings, Cold Snap and Cold Snaps. Different growers keep different cuts, so the balance of menthol, gas and sweetness can vary.
You might find it as dried flower or pre-rolls. Check the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date, since fresher flower keeps more of that cool, minty smell.
Cold Snap vs Menthol
The Menthol is the parent that gives Cold Snap its name and its cool, minty edge. The Menthol leans harder into mint, herbs and sharp fuel, and people mostly describe it as energetic and talkative. Cold Snap picks up sweetness and a softer side from Biscotti, and reports lean calmer and more relaxed. Their published THC numbers are fairly close. If you want the full menthol blast and a lively feel, try The Menthol. If you'd like that cool note with a gentler, more relaxed feel, go with Cold Snap.
Strains like Cold Snap
If you like Cold Snap, these are the closest matches:
- Menthol: one of its parents, with the same cool, minty fuel smell.
- Biscotti: the other parent, sweet like a bakery cookie, with a gassy edge.
- Pave: another child of The Menthol, gassy with a sweeter, fruity edge.
- Pink Certz: also from The Menthol family, minty and sweet with heavy fuel underneath.
