Creme de Menthe strain guide
Creme de Menthe is a hybrid named for its smell: cool mint over something creamy and sweet. The best-known version comes from Alien Labs and is bred from Kush Mints. People describe a calm, creative feel and fairly high THC.
Where does Creme de Menthe come from?
Two different strains share this name. The one most listings describe is from Alien Labs in California, a cross of Kush Mints and a parent the breeder hasn't named. Aficionado Seeds also released a Creme de Menthe, listed as Runtz crossed with Triangle Kush and Mendo Breath, which is a separate plant.
Because the Alien Labs cross has an undisclosed parent and a second version exists, we haven't given it a single lineage. You may also see it written as Cream Dmint.
What does Creme de Menthe smell and taste like?
Mint comes first, then a creamy, vanilla-like sweetness, a bit like the liqueur it's named after. Some reviewers also pick up diesel, a yeasty note and something darker and tar-like in the background.
One strain database lists myrcene as the main terpene for the Alien Labs version. The Aficionado version is listed with linalool, caryophyllene and pinene, with a more earthy, kushy mint, which is another sign the two are different plants.
Creme de Menthe effects: what people report
Reviewers most often call it creative, uplifted and euphoric, with a relaxed, focused side that keeps it from feeling racy. Some mention getting hungry. The overall read is calm rather than buzzy.
Only a handful of reviews exist, so take this as a rough picture. These are experiences people report, not promises, and the product, amount and your tolerance all matter. Dry mouth is the most mentioned downside.
How strong is Creme de Menthe?
One strain database lists it at about 23% to 26% THC, and another database describes the Alien Labs version as mid to high THC. CBD is minimal.
That's on the strong side, so start with a small amount and wait before having more. Your label's THC and CBD numbers matter more than the strain name; our guide to reading cannabis labels can help.
Buying Creme de Menthe in Canada
With two strains sharing the name, check the producer's description. A mention of Kush Mints points to the Alien Labs line; Runtz, Triangle Kush or Mendo Breath points to the Aficionado one.
It may appear as dried flower, pre-rolls or vapes. Look at THC, CBD and the packaging date, since fresher flower keeps more of that cool mint.
Creme de Menthe vs Kush Mints
Kush Mints is the known parent of the Alien Labs Creme de Menthe, and you can taste the family link: both carry a minty, fresh smell. Kush Mints leans more earthy and kushy with a coffee-like edge, while Creme de Menthe pushes the creamy, vanilla sweetness further. Both get described as balanced and calm. If you want the original minty hybrid, start with Kush Mints; if a sweeter, dessert-style mint sounds better, try Creme de Menthe.
Strains like Creme de Menthe
If you like Creme de Menthe, these share its minty, sweet style:
- Kush Mints: its parent, minty and earthy with a balanced feel.
- Menthol: a cool, icy mint hybrid with a gassy edge.
- Thin Mints: mint and chocolate from the Cookies family.
- Mint Chocolate Chip: another dessert-style mint, sweet and creamy.
