Hi Octane strain guide
Hi Octane is a hybrid from the Cookies Fam team, made by crossing Sunset Sherbet with Octane. People know it for a gassy smell with a smooth, creamy finish and a calm, relaxed feel that many save for later in the day.
Where does Hi Octane come from?
Hi Octane is credited to Cookies Fam, the California group behind a long list of dessert and gas strains. Several strain databases give the same cross: Sunset Sherbet, a sweet, creamy Cookies strain, and Octane, a fuel-heavy OG-type plant. You'll also see it written as High Octane.
The name gets used for a few other strains too. Sunset Octane from Seed Junky Genetics, for example, is a separate cross with its own reputation, so check the parents if a label lists them.
What does Hi Octane smell and taste like?
Gas comes first, as the name suggests: diesel and fuel up front, with lemon and a hint of butter underneath. The exhale is where the Sunset Sherbet side shows, with a creamy, floral and slightly fruity finish.
One strain database lists limonene as its top terpene, followed by caryophyllene and myrcene. Limonene brings the lemon, caryophyllene a peppery edge and myrcene a soft, earthy base.
Hi Octane effects: what people report
Reports lean calm. People most often describe Hi Octane as relaxed, happy and hungry, with a body feel that builds slowly and lasts a while. Some find it social and creative early on, while others say it gets sleepy 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 is the most common complaint.
How strong is Hi Octane?
Hi Octane is usually a high-THC strain. One strain database lists it at about 22% THC and another database gives a range of 19% to 24%, with very little CBD. Some listings claim higher numbers, so the batch in your hand can differ.
If you're new to it, start with a small amount and give it time before having more. The THC and CBD numbers on the label matter more than the strain name.
Buying Hi Octane in Canada
Read the label carefully, since Hi Octane, High Octane and Sunset Octane can be different plants from different breeders. If the parents are listed, look for Sunset Sherbet and Octane.
Check the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date. Gassy strains lose their punch as they age, so fresher flower is worth looking for.
Hi Octane vs Sunset Sherbet
Sunset Sherbet is one of Hi Octane's parents, and the difference is mostly about gas. Sunset Sherbet smells sweet, berry and creamy, while Hi Octane adds a strong fuel and lemon layer from Octane and keeps the creamy side for the finish. Both lean relaxed, and Hi Octane tends to be listed a little higher in THC. If you prefer dessert-sweet strains, start with Sunset Sherbet. If you like gas with a smooth finish, try Hi Octane.
Strains like Hi Octane
If you like Hi Octane, these are the closest matches:
- Sunset Sherbet: its parent, sweeter and creamier with less fuel.
- Jet Fuel Gelato: one strain database lists it as a Hi Octane descendant, with the same mix of gas and dessert.
- Gelato: another Sunset Sherbet descendant, sweet and creamy with a peppery edge.
