Mellowz strain guide
Mellowz is an indica-leaning hybrid from Compound Genetics, bred from Spritzer and Grape Gasoline. It's known for dark purple, almost black buds, a sweet grape and cherry smell, and some of the highest THC numbers you'll see on a label.
Where does Mellowz come from?
Mellowz comes from Compound Genetics, a California breeder, and is a cross of Spritzer and Grape Gasoline. It was a collaboration with Colorado's Cannarado and arrived around 2019.
The best-known cut is Mellowz #8, a numbered phenotype that spread widely after release. Compound has since used Mellowz as a parent in newer crosses, so you may see its name inside other strain names too.
What does Mellowz smell and taste like?
Most descriptions point to dark fruit: sweet grape, black cherry and plum, finished with a candy-like sweetness. Some reviewers also pick up something creamier, like vanilla or marshmallow, and a peppery, piney edge on the exhale.
Published terpene results most often name myrcene and caryophyllene, with limonene or pinene close behind depending on the source. Myrcene gives the deep, musky fruit, caryophyllene the pepper, and pinene the hint of pine.
Mellowz effects: what people report
Despite the name, reports aren't purely mellow. Many people describe a euphoric, focused lift at the start, followed by a more relaxed, settled body feel. Some find it energetic and creative, others calm, which fits its mixed parentage.
These are experiences people report, not promises. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your tolerance. Dry mouth and dry eyes are the most common complaints, and a few people mention feeling paranoid or dizzy, which is more likely with a strain this strong.
How strong is Mellowz?
Very. Published lab results and listings usually land between about 25% and 31% THC, and individual batches have been reported higher. CBD is minimal.
This isn't a starter strain. If you're newer, take a very small amount and give it time before having more. Check the THC on your label, since it can vary a lot between producers and cuts.
Buying Mellowz in Canada
Labels sometimes name the phenotype, such as Mellowz #8. Different numbered cuts can smell and test differently, so if you liked one, note the number.
Check the THC and CBD figures and the packaging date. Fresh flower keeps more of that dark grape and cherry smell.
Mellowz vs Spritzer
Spritzer is one of Mellowz's parents, and the family resemblance shows in the high THC and sweet, fruity nose. Spritzer tends to read brighter and more candy-like, while Mellowz goes darker, with grape and black cherry from its Grape Gasoline side and a heavier finish. If you like light, sweet candy smells, start with Spritzer. If you prefer deep grape and dark fruit, Mellowz is the better match.
Strains like Mellowz
If you like Mellowz, these are the closest matches:
- Spritzer: one parent, sweet and candy-like with similar strength.
- Grape Gasoline: the other parent, grape with a fuel edge.
- Grape Gas: a similar grape and diesel mix.
- Runtz: part of Spritzer's background, with a sweet candy smell.
