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indica-dominant strain

Lava Cake

Lava Cake is an indica-dominant cross of Thin Mint GSC and Grape Pie. Sweet grape, vanilla and mint define its compact dessert profile; Myrcene, Humulene and Caryophyllene have been recorded. With documented THC levels of 20 to 25 percent and very little CBD, it is described as a potent, relaxing strain.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • sweet
  • minty
  • vanilla
  • grape

Effects

  • relaxing

Terpenes

  • Myrcene
  • Humulene
  • Caryophyllene

Cannabinoid profile

Recorded ranges

THC 23 %
CBD up to 0.1 %

The values are provided for context. Actual levels may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and cultivation environment.

Genetics

Parentage and family tree

Lava Cake is at the beginning. Below are the documented parent lines through the 4th generation.

Editorial profile

Lava Cake in detail

Origin & classification

The name Lava Cake refers to an indulgent dessert, and the strain follows precisely this aromatic direction. Lava Cake was created from Thin Mint GSC and Grape Pie, two parent lines with a clear confectionery and fruit character. We classify Lava Cake as an indica-dominant modern hybrid that derives its identity primarily from sweet grape, creamy vanilla, cool mint and a strong potency range.

Aroma & flavour

Thin Mint GSC already indicates the minty side through its name, while Grape Pie makes the grape-like fruit component understandable. In Lava Cake, both poles combine into a sweet, dense profile. Vanilla rounds out the impression and gives it a pastry-like character. The aromatic picture remains clear but distinctive with four specifically documented notes: sweet, minty, vanilla and grape.

Terpene profile

Myrcene, Humulene and Caryophyllene have been recorded as terpenes. Their actual weighting may vary between plants and batches; they complement the sensory description but do not replace it. This dataset contains no reliable information on growth, flower structure, yield or flowering time. No breeder is clearly identified either. We therefore avoid seemingly precise cultivation guidance and limit the classification to the documented lineage, aromatic profile and potency.

Effect tendency

The repeatedly cited effect is relaxing and fits the indica-dominant classification. Further specific effects are not sufficiently documented, so the profile should not be expanded to include either sedating or energising properties. The short source cites a THC range of 20 to 25 percent, while the master dataset lists 23 percent. These values should be understood as possible measurements that depend on the batch and phenotype. CBD is recorded at no more than 0.1 percent and plays only a minor role in terms of quantity. Lava Cake therefore does not base its profile on a multitude of claimed characteristics: what matters is the traceable cross, the clearly defined dessert aroma and an orientation described as potent and relaxing. This concentration is precisely what makes the strain easy to distinguish from fresh citrus, classic Skunk or purely earthy Kush profiles.

Similar strains & related profiles

These profiles may be interesting if you want to compare strains based on similar parentage, name similarity or related genetic context.

Closely related cross

Auto Lava Cake

Related parent line

Peanut Butter Soufflé

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about Lava Cake

What type of strain is Lava Cake?

We classify Lava Cake as an indica-dominant strain with the parentage Thin Mint GSC × Grape Pie.

What genetics are behind Lava Cake?

The parentage of Lava Cake is Thin Mint GSC × Grape Pie.

What does Lava Cake smell and taste like?

Lava Cake is primarily characterised aromatically by sweet, minty, vanilla and grape notes. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.

Which terpenes are associated with Lava Cake?

Lava Cake’s profile includes Myrcene, Humulene and Caryophyllene. They complement the described aromatic profile.

What effect tendency does Lava Cake have?

We primarily describe Lava Cake as relaxing. Effects are subjective impressions and are not a medical promise.

How high is the THC content of Lava Cake?

A THC level of 23 % is stated for Lava Cake. Actual values may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and cultivation environment.