Mammoth strain guide
Mammoth is a hybrid from The Bank Genetics, bred from Snowcap and LA Confidential. People describe a honey, pineapple and earthy smell and a focused, creative feel. It's a lesser-known strain, so there's not a lot of published detail about it.
Where does Mammoth come from?
Mammoth comes from The Bank Genetics, who crossed Snowcap, a sativa-leaning strain, with LA Confidential, an indica from DNA Genetics. The sources we checked agree on that pairing.
The breeder describes it as a vigorous, big-yielding plant, which may explain the name. Don't mix it up with SnowLAnd, a separate DNA Genetics strain built from the same two parents.
What does Mammoth smell and taste like?
Mammoth is described as sweet and earthy, with honey and pineapple notes, plus some pine and woody, herbal tones.
We couldn't find any published terpene data for Mammoth, so we can't say which terpenes lead. If your product lists them on the label, that's the best guide to what's in your batch.
Mammoth effects: what people report
People most often describe it as focused and creative, with an energizing, happy feel. Some listings also call it relaxing, which fits its mix of a sativa-leaning parent and a heavy indica one.
These are experiences people report, not promises, and there aren't many reviews to go on. Dry mouth and dry eyes are the most common complaints.
How strong is Mammoth?
There isn't much THC data for Mammoth. The one listing we found puts it at about 20% THC, which would be moderately strong, with very little CBD.
With so few numbers to go on, the label on your product is the figure that counts. Start small and give it time before having more.
Buying Mammoth in Canada
Mammoth is rare on shelves, and other products use similar names, so make sure the label names this strain and, ideally, its parents.
If you do find it, check the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date. Fresher flower holds onto more of its sweet, earthy smell.
Mammoth vs LA Confidential
LA Confidential is one of Mammoth's parents. LA Confidential is a true indica with a piney, skunky smell and a heavy, sleepy reputation. Mammoth gets its sativa-leaning side from Snowcap, and people describe it as more focused and creative, with sweeter honey and pineapple notes. LA Confidential is also much easier to find. Pick LA Confidential for a heavier night-time feel, or try Mammoth if you want something more balanced.
Strains like Mammoth
If you like Mammoth, these are worth a look:
- LA Confidential: its indica parent, piney and much heavier.
- Afghani: part of LA Confidential's background, earthy and classic.
- Golden Pineapple: a sweet pineapple-scented hybrid for fans of that fruity side.
- Kosher Kush: an earthy, OG-style strain with a relaxed feel.
