Squirt

Where does Squirt come from?

Squirt comes from Humboldt Seed Company in Northern California. The breeder says it was picked out of a large phenotype hunt, a search through thousands of plants for the one worth keeping, and the cross given for it is Tangie and Blueberry Muffin. Humboldt also sells an autoflowering version under the same name.

The name causes some confusion. A different breeder has listed its own Squirt with unrelated parents, and one strain database notes that Dirty Squirt is a separate strain with different genetics, even though the two names sometimes get mixed up. If the label names Humboldt Seed Company, you're looking at the Tangie and Blueberry Muffin cross.

What does Squirt smell and taste like?

Grapefruit is the headline. Most descriptions land on sweet and tart citrus, with lemon in the background, which is the Tangie side showing through. Some grows lean the other way: one grower's journal found more of the Blueberry Muffin parent, with blueberry, raspberry and a soft pastry sweetness.

The terpene results one strain database publishes put caryophyllene first, followed by myrcene and humulene. That's a little surprising for such a citrusy strain, and it means a peppery, earthy base sits under the fruit. The flavour usually follows the nose: tart citrus on the inhale and a sweeter finish.

Squirt effects: what people report

People most often call Squirt energetic, focused and uplifted, with a clear-headed start. Some reviewers also mention feeling happy, chatty or creative, and a mild body feel that shows up later rather than right away. It's usually talked about as a daytime strain rather than one for winding down.

These are reports, not promises. Your own experience depends on the batch, how much you have and your tolerance. Dry mouth and dry eyes are the usual complaints, and a few people mention a headache.

How strong is Squirt?

Squirt sits in the mid range for a modern strain. One strain database and the breeder's listing both give about 20% THC, and other listings run from the high teens to the mid 20s. CBD is usually very low.

If you're new to it, start small and wait before having more. The THC number on your label matters more than the strain name, and our guide to reading cannabis labels explains what those numbers mean.

Buying Squirt in Canada

Squirt isn't one of the more common names, so read labels with care. Because a few unrelated strains share the name, check whether the producer lists Tangie and Blueberry Muffin as the parents.

Look at the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date. Citrus smells fade with time, so fresher flower is more likely to have that grapefruit punch.

Squirt vs Tangie

Tangie is one of Squirt's parents, and you can smell it. Tangie leans tangerine and sweet orange, while Squirt pushes further toward grapefruit, with some berry from its Blueberry Muffin side. Both have an energetic, upbeat reputation. Tangie's published THC range is wider and can run higher, while Squirt is usually listed around 20%. If you like orange, Tangie is the classic. If tart grapefruit sounds better, try Squirt.

Strains like Squirt

If you like Squirt, these are worth a look:

• Tangie: the citrus parent, with a sweet tangerine smell and a similar upbeat feel.
• Blueberry Muffin: the other parent, softer and sweeter, with berry and baked notes.
• Grapefruit: another strain known for a sharp grapefruit smell.
• Agent Orange: a bright, orange-scented strain with a similar energetic reputation.