White 99 strain guide
White 99 is a sativa-leaning hybrid of Cinderella 99 and The White. People know it for a bright citrus and pine smell and a clear, uplifted feel that most describe as focused and creative.
Where does White 99 come from?
Sources agree that White 99 is a cross of Cinderella 99, the citrusy sativa-leaning strain from Brothers Grimm, and The White, a frosty hybrid best known for how heavily its buds are coated in trichomes. The name simply joins the two.
The breeder is not well documented, and neither major strain database names one. It has gone on to parent a couple of newer strains, including 99 Problems and Rollie.
What does White 99 smell and taste like?
Citrus leads: lemon and orange, with a sour, tangy edge. Under that is a woody, piney smell and a little earth, which many people say gets stronger once it's lit.
One strain database lists limonene as its top terpene, followed by myrcene and pinene. Limonene brings the citrus, pinene the fresh pine and myrcene a softer, earthier base. The flavour usually follows: tangy citrus on the inhale and pine on the finish.
White 99 effects: what people report
People most often describe White 99 as uplifted, focused and euphoric, with a creative, happy mood and a fair bit of energy. That fits the Cinderella 99 side of the family, which is known for an upbeat sativa feel. A few reviewers say it can turn calmer or drowsy at larger amounts, and one mentions it taking a while to kick in.
These are experiences people report, not promises. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your own tolerance. Feeling anxious, dry mouth and dry eyes are the most common complaints.
How strong is White 99?
White 99 is usually a high-THC strain. Listings put it around 25% THC, and reviewers report batches from about 24% to 27%, with very little CBD.
If you're new to it, start with a small amount and give it time before having more, especially since some people say it's slow to start. The THC and CBD numbers for your batch are printed on the label, and they matter more than the strain name.
Buying White 99 in Canada
Read the label closely: there are many strains with White in the name, such as The White, White Widow and White Runtz, and they're not related in the same way.
If you find it, it's most likely as dried flower or pre-rolls. Check the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date, since fresher flower keeps more of that citrus smell.
White 99 vs Cinderella 99
Cinderella 99 is one of White 99's parents and the source of much of its personality. Both smell bright and citrusy, though Cinderella 99 leans more tropical and grapefruit, while White 99 swaps that for lemon, orange and pine. Both are described as energetic and upbeat, with White 99 reports leaning a little more focused. White 99 is usually listed higher in THC, around 25% compared with 16% to 22% for Cinderella 99. If you want the classic, try Cinderella 99. If you'd like more pine and a stronger batch, try White 99.
Strains like White 99
If you like White 99, these are the closest matches:
- Cinderella 99: one of its parents, bright citrus and tropical fruit with an energetic feel.
- The White: the other parent, piney and earthy with a more relaxed reputation.
- Super Lemon Haze: zesty lemon with a similar upbeat, focused feel.
- Jack Herer: a classic piney sativa and the strain Cinderella 99 was bred from.
