Marmalade strain guide
Marmalade is a hybrid from Solstice that crosses Blueberry Cheesecake with Sour Tsunami. It stands out as a CBD-rich strain with real flavour, known for a sweet honey, berry and orange smell. Other breeders have used the name too, so not every Marmalade is the same plant.
Where does Marmalade come from?
The best-documented Marmalade comes from Solstice, a Washington State producer. It crosses Blueberry Cheesecake with Sour Tsunami, one of the better-known high-CBD strains, and was bred with CBD in mind.
When it showed up in 2018, it got attention because CBD-rich strains aren't usually known for flavour. The name has also been used by other breeders, including a UK cut, and at least one reviewer lists entirely different parents, so check which Marmalade you have.
What does Marmalade smell and taste like?
Most descriptions start with sweetness: wildflower honey, fresh berries and a touch of orange peel, which fits the name. Underneath sits a skunky, slightly cheesy and herbal side from the Blueberry Cheesecake parent, and some people mention tar or hay.
Published terpene results list myrcene first, then limonene and caryophyllene. Myrcene brings the earthy, musky base, limonene the citrus and caryophyllene a peppery edge.
Marmalade effects: what people report
People most often call Marmalade uplifted and happy, with some describing it as focused or clear rather than heavy. A few say a small amount feels energizing and creative, while more brings a relaxed, cheerful mood.
These are reports, not promises. Because THC and CBD can swing between batches, how it feels depends a lot on your product, your dose and your tolerance. Dry mouth, dry eyes and headache are the complaints that come up.
How strong is Marmalade?
This is where sources disagree. One listing calls it a roughly 1:1 THC and CBD strain at about 16% THC, while another lists 23% THC with 6% CBD. That spread likely reflects different phenotypes and growers.
Because Marmalade can carry real CBD alongside THC, the label matters even more than usual. Check both numbers, and see our guide to reading cannabis labels if you're unsure how to compare them.
Buying Marmalade in Canada
Marmalade isn't one fixed strain, and names like Purple Marmalade or Cherry Marmalade are often separate strains or just flavour names. Look for the Blueberry Cheesecake and Sour Tsunami parents if the producer lists them.
If you find it, read the THC and CBD figures side by side and note the packaging date. Fresher flower holds more of that honey and citrus smell.
Marmalade vs Sour Tsunami
Sour Tsunami is Marmalade's CBD-rich parent. Sour Tsunami is usually listed with low THC and high CBD, and smells of diesel and sour citrus. Marmalade keeps a good share of that CBD but adds more THC and a much sweeter honey and berry smell from Blueberry Cheesecake. If you want a low-THC, CBD-forward option, Sour Tsunami is the steadier pick. If you'd like more flavour and a bit more THC, Marmalade fits better.
Strains like Marmalade
If you like Marmalade, these are worth a look:
- Sour Tsunami: its CBD-rich parent, with a sour diesel smell.
- Blueberry Cheesecake: its other parent, sweet berry with a cheesy edge.
- Cannatonic: another well-known balanced THC and CBD strain.
- Harlequin: another CBD-rich strain, with an earthy, mango-like smell.
