French Toast strain guide
French Toast is an indica-leaning hybrid from Archive Seed Bank, made by crossing Paris OG with Face Off OG. People know it for a sweet, creamy smell over an earthy OG base and a relaxed, happy feel. It's a quieter name than most OG crosses, but it has a loyal following.
Where does French Toast come from?
French Toast comes from Archive Seed Bank, the breeder that also used Face Off OG to make Do Si Dos. The cross most sources give is Paris OG with Face Off OG, and some listings name the father more precisely as a Face Off OG backcross (BX2). Both parents trace back to the OG Kush family, so this is an OG cross through and through.
One strain database notes it was released as regular seeds rather than feminized ones, which means growers worked from different plants. Some retailers also use the name Stuffed French Toast, and it isn't always clear whether that's the same cut.
What does French Toast smell and taste like?
Listings describe French Toast as sweet and creamy, with earthy and herbal notes underneath. Some people pick up a buttery, nutty side, and a few mention a sharper, chemical note that comes from the OG parents.
Myrcene usually leads its published terpene results, followed by caryophyllene and limonene. That fits the smell: earthy and soft from myrcene, a peppery bite from caryophyllene and a little brightness from limonene. The taste tends to be sweet and creamy on the inhale, though some reviewers find the smoke harsh.
French Toast effects: what people report
People most often describe French Toast as relaxed, happy and giggly. Hunger comes up a lot, and some reviewers mention feeling euphoric or creative early on before it settles into a calmer body feel, as you'd expect from an indica-leaning strain.
These are experiences people report, not promises. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your own tolerance. Dry mouth is the most common complaint, and some people mention feeling paranoid or anxious.
How strong is French Toast?
The numbers vary a lot. One strain database lists it around 16% THC, while other listings put it between 24% and 29%, with little to no CBD. That spread likely reflects different cuts and growers rather than one fixed number.
If you're new to it, start small and give it time before having more. The THC and CBD printed on your package are the figures that count, and our guide to reading cannabis labels explains what they mean.
Buying French Toast in Canada
Check the label for the cross. Some packages name it in full, as Paris OG x Face Off OG BX2, which is a good sign you have the Archive cross. If a product just says French Toast with no lineage, the plant could differ.
You'll most likely see it as dried flower or pre-rolls. Look at the THC, CBD and packaging date, since fresher flower keeps more of that sweet, creamy smell.
French Toast vs OG Kush
OG Kush sits at the root of French Toast's family tree, since both of its parents come from OG lines. OG Kush is the sharper of the two, with fuel, lemon and pine up front, while French Toast is sweeter and creamier with an earthy base. Both are usually called relaxed and happy, though French Toast is more often described as giggly and hungry. If you want the classic gassy OG smell, go with OG Kush. If you'd like something softer and sweeter from the same family, try French Toast.
Strains like French Toast
If you like French Toast, these are the closest matches:
- Face Off OG: one of its parents, earthy and piney with fuel and a heavy, relaxed feel.
- Paris OG: the other parent, a classic Southern California OG cut.
- OG Kush: the family root, with more fuel and lemon.
- Fire OG: another strong OG cross with a relaxed reputation.
