Puddles strain guide
Puddles is an indica-leaning hybrid of Sundae Driver and Gushers, most often credited to Cannarado Genetics. It smells sweet and creamy with berry notes and an odd, cheesy funk underneath. People mostly describe it as relaxed and happy, with a heavier body feel as it goes on.
Where does Puddles come from?
Puddles is a cross of Sundae Driver and Gushers. Two strain databases agree on that pairing, and one strain database names the Gushers parent as the TK41 cut.
The breeder is usually given as Cannarado Genetics, the Colorado outfit that also bred Sundae Driver, and at least one grower's listing says the same. One grow database credits a different company, so the breeder credit isn't completely settled. One strain database describes it as about 70% indica.
What does Puddles smell and taste like?
Puddles is a strange mix in the best way. The sweet side shows up first: vanilla, cream and fresh red berries, a bit like a berry cookie. Under that sits something funkier, with notes people describe as blue cheese, earth and a little diesel.
One strain database's terpene data puts caryophyllene on top, followed by limonene and linalool, though its own write-up mentions myrcene as well, so producers' results may vary. Caryophyllene adds a peppery bite, limonene some citrus and linalool a soft floral note. The taste is usually sweet and creamy on the inhale with that savoury edge on the finish.
Puddles effects: what people report
People most often call Puddles relaxed, happy and euphoric, and a fair number say it feels focused early on. The usual pattern in reviews is a bright, upbeat start that settles into a heavier, body-first feel, and some people find it sleepy by the end.
These are experiences people report, not promises. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your own tolerance. Dry mouth and dry eyes are the most common complaints, and a few people mention dizziness.
How strong is Puddles?
Puddles sits in the middle of the pack for a modern strain. Listings put it around 19% to 20% THC, with very little CBD. Lab results for this strain are not widely published, so the batch you buy could land outside that range.
If you're new to it, start with a small amount and give it time before having more. The THC and CBD numbers on your package are the ones that matter.
Buying Puddles in Canada
Puddles is a smaller strain, so it isn't something you'll see everywhere. When you do find it, check the label for the producer, the THC and CBD numbers and the terpene list if there is one.
It's most likely to turn up as dried flower or pre-rolls. Look at the packaging date too, since fresher flower keeps more of that creamy, funky smell.
Puddles vs Sundae Driver
Sundae Driver is one of Puddles' parents, and both come from the same Cannarado family. Sundae Driver is a balanced hybrid with a sweet, creamy grape smell and a mellow feel. Puddles keeps the creamy sweetness but swaps much of the grape for berry and adds a cheesy, gassy funk from its Gushers side. Reviews also put Puddles a little heavier in the body. If you want something smooth and sweet, start with Sundae Driver. If you like a funkier jar and a more relaxed finish, try Puddles.
Strains like Puddles
If you like Puddles, these are the closest matches:
- Sundae Driver: one parent, creamy and grapey with a mellow feel.
- Gushers: the other parent, sweet and tropical with gas underneath and a tingly, relaxed reputation.
- Grape Pie: a parent of Sundae Driver, with sweet grape and berry and a relaxed, happy feel.
