Orange Cream strain guide
Orange Cream is a hybrid from Exotic Genetix, bred from Orange Valley OG and Cookies and Cream. People know it for a smell like an orange creamsicle with a peppery, gassy edge, and for a calm, tingly feel. You'll sometimes see it listed as Orange Cream #26.
Where does Orange Cream come from?
Orange Cream was bred by Exotic Genetix, the same breeder behind Cookies and Cream. Two strain databases agree on the cross: Orange Valley OG as the mother and Cookies and Cream as the father.
One strain database lists it as about 60% indica, and Grow Diaries calls it indica-dominant, while another database simply calls it a hybrid. It has since been used as a parent too, with strains like Orange Sherbert listed as offspring.
What does Orange Cream smell and taste like?
The name sums it up: sweet orange and vanilla cream, like the frozen treat. One strain database's breeder notes describe it as creamy orange gas, and another database tags pepper alongside the orange and vanilla.
One strain database lists caryophyllene as its main terpene, followed by myrcene and limonene. Caryophyllene explains the peppery bite, limonene the citrus and myrcene the softer base. The flavour is usually smooth and citrusy, though a few reviewers mention a bitter aftertaste.
Orange Cream effects: what people report
Reports of Orange Cream lean calming. People often describe a tingly head and body feel at the start that eases into relaxation, and it's also called talkative and happy. Some reviewers felt upbeat and creative, others hungry or sleepy, so it seems to depend on the batch and the amount.
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 common, and some people mention feeling anxious or dizzy.
How strong is Orange Cream?
One strain database lists Orange Cream at 19% THC, and Grow Diaries gives about 20%, with very little CBD. That's above average, though not at the very top of the range.
If you're new to it, start with a small amount and give it time. The THC and CBD on your product's label are the numbers to go by. Our guide to reading cannabis labels explains them.
Buying Orange Cream in Canada
Orange Cream is easy to confuse with similar names like Orange Creamsicle or Orange Cream Pop, which are different strains. Check the full name, and look for Exotic Genetix or the #26 if the package lists it.
Check the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date, since that creamy orange smell fades with time.
Strains like Orange Cream
If you like Orange Cream, these are the closest matches:
- Cookies and Cream: its father, sweet and creamy without the orange.
- Orange Creamsicle: a different cross with a similar orange and cream smell.
- Orange Cookies: citrus over a sweet cookie base.
- Mimosa: bright and fruity, with a strong citrus side.
