Waffles strain guide
Waffles is a hybrid tied to Waffle Cone, named for a smell people compare to a warm breakfast: butter, honey and vanilla. It's described as a happy, relaxed strain, and its listed THC sits in the middle range rather than at the top.
Where does Waffles come from?
Waffles is not well documented. One strain database lists it as a cross of Waffle Cone and an unknown strain, bred by The Original Waffles Co. GrowDiaries instead credits Compound Genetics, the breeder behind Waffle Cone, which may be a mix-up between the strain and its parent.
What sources share is the link to Waffle Cone, itself a cross of Jet Fuel Gelato and Dosilato. With the second parent unknown and the breeder disputed, we haven't named a full lineage.
What does Waffles smell and taste like?
The name gives it away. Descriptions mention buttery waffles, honey and vanilla, with a light nutty note. It's a sweet, bakery-style smell rather than a fruity or gassy one.
One strain database lists myrcene as its leading terpene, which often brings an earthy, musky softness. No source we found gives a fuller terpene breakdown for Waffles itself, so check your product's label for the rest. The flavour is usually described as sweet and smooth, like the smell.
Waffles effects: what people report
People most often describe Waffles as happy, relaxed and uplifted, and many say it makes them hungry. Some reviewers also call it creative, and a few say it leaves them sleepy later on.
These are reports, not promises. Dry eyes are the complaint that comes up most. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your own tolerance.
How strong is Waffles?
Listings put Waffles at about 18% to 20% THC, which is moderate by today's standards. A few reviewers mention batches testing much higher, near 30%, so the label on your product is the number to go by.
If you're new to it, start small and wait before having more. Our guide to reading cannabis labels can help you make sense of the numbers.
Buying Waffles in Canada
Check that the label says Waffles and not Waffle Cone or Chicken and Waffles. Those names are close, but they're different strains with different THC ranges.
Look at the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date, since fresher flower keeps more of that buttery smell.
Waffles vs Waffle Cone
Waffle Cone is the one named parent of Waffles. Both carry sweet, creamy vanilla and butter notes, but Waffle Cone adds a gassy edge from its Jet Fuel Gelato side, while Waffles stays closer to honey and baked goods. Waffle Cone is also listed much stronger, with some products in the 30s, while Waffles usually sits around 18% to 20%. If you want a gentler bakery smell, start with Waffles. If you like sweet with some fuel and more strength, try Waffle Cone.
Strains like Waffles
If you like Waffles, these are worth a look:
- Waffle Cone: its named parent, sweet and creamy with a gassy finish.
- Chicken and Waffles: an unrelated strain with a similar butter and syrup smell.
- Jet Fuel Gelato: part of the Waffle Cone family, sweeter with more fuel.
- Vanilla Frosting: another creamy vanilla strain with a calm reputation.
