That Badu strain guide
That Badu is a hybrid of Jet Fuel Gelato and Lemonchello, made in collaboration with singer Erykah Badu. People know it for a candied citrus smell with gas underneath and a bright, euphoric feel that most say stays light rather than heavy.
Where does That Badu come from?
That Badu came out of a collaboration between Erykah Badu and the Cookies family of brands. Lemonnade, Cookies' lemon-focused sister brand, is credited with the breeding, and Mad Cow Genetics is named as the grower.
The cross pairs Jet Fuel Gelato, a gassy, sweet hybrid, with Lemonchello, one of Lemonnade's own lemon strains. Both main listings agree on those two parents. Early news coverage also linked the project to Cookies founder Berner, but later write-ups focus on Lemonnade and Badu herself.
The name is simple: it's her strain. Badu has described it as something that keeps you moving through the day rather than knocking you flat.
What does That Badu smell and taste like?
The official description leans on candied citrus and champagne, and the flavour is often summed up as gassy orange soda with a light, bubbly finish. Reviewers mention lemon, orange limeade, a touch of pepper and a fuel note from the Jet Fuel Gelato side. A few even describe a sharper, chemical edge.
The breeder-side listing names limonene, linalool and caryophyllene as its main terpenes. Limonene fits the bright citrus, linalool adds a soft floral side and caryophyllene brings the peppery bite. Published lab results for this strain are still scarce, so treat that as a starting point rather than a fixed profile.
That Badu effects: what people report
People most often describe That Badu as euphoric, happy and uplifted, with a clear, active headspace and only a light body feel. Some call it creative or chatty, and many say it suits the daytime because it doesn't feel sedating.
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 a headache or racing thoughts at higher amounts.
How strong is That Badu?
That Badu is a newer strain, so there isn't much published data yet. Grow listings put it around 20% THC, and at least one retail flower listing showed about 23%, with very little CBD.
That's a solid amount for most people. If you're new to it, start small and give it time before having more. The label on your product shows the THC and CBD for that exact batch, which matters more than the strain name. Our guide to reading cannabis labels explains what each number means.
Buying That Badu in Canada
That Badu launched as a branded collaboration in the US, and it isn't clear how widely it reaches Canadian shelves. If you see the name, check who grew it and whether the listing mentions the Jet Fuel Gelato and Lemonchello cross.
Look at the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date before you buy, since fresher flower holds more of that citrus smell.
That Badu vs Jet Fuel Gelato
Jet Fuel Gelato is one of That Badu's parents, so they share a gassy, sweet backbone. The difference is the lemon. That Badu leans bright and citrusy, closer to orange soda, while Jet Fuel Gelato smells more like fuel over creamy dessert. People also tend to describe That Badu as lighter and more upbeat, while Jet Fuel Gelato is often called stronger and heavier in the body. If you want citrus up front, try That Badu. If you prefer gas and cream, go with Jet Fuel Gelato.
Strains like That Badu
If you like That Badu, these are worth a look:
- Jet Fuel Gelato: one of its parents, with the same gassy sweetness and a heavier feel.
- Lemonnade: a sharp, sour lemon hybrid that shares its name with the brand behind That Badu.
- Gelonade: pairs bright lemon with Gelato sweetness, for an upbeat, chatty feel.
- Lemon Cherry Gelato: mixes citrus with sweet, creamy Gelato notes.
