List of Best Tasting Cannabis Strains

For people who are looking for a taste sensation as well as a fantastic high, cannabis strains with a mouthwatering flavor offer a sensory experience that’s fitting for a special occasion. They’re also great choices if you simply want to try a product with a delicious taste or an amazing smell. 

If you are looking for something special to try this year, our Seattle, WA-based team’s round-up of the best-tasting strains is a great place to start. With different options constantly being developed, there will be strains for even the most discerning of palettes.

1. Strawberry Cough

Strawberry Cough is a potent sativa-dominant strain with a delicious strawberry, fruity flavor, and a sweet aroma that’s reminiscent of a summer's day. Don't be fooled by the berry flavor, though; this strain packs a punch with its strong buzz and clear-headed high.

Strawberry Cough tantalizes all of the senses with its flavor along with a sense of euphoria that’s especially relaxing in times of stress. Strawberries for breakfast, anyone?

2. Super Lemon Haze

This is, without a doubt, one of the best-tasting marijuana strains, offering a citrus taste mixed with fennel, vanilla, and violet notes that fill the room with zesty and flowery fragrances.

Inhaling Super Lemon Haze is said to produce euphoric and uplifting sensations, leaving you feeling energized and motivated. It’s also popular for its purported medicinal benefits and is chosen by many to relieve stress, depression, and fatigue.

3. Super Silver Haze

This is a classic choice as far as the best-tasting weed strains go. Super Silver Haze has an intense, sweet, and spicy smell and taste that’s reminiscent of spice, skunk, and citrus.

Super Silver Haze is a strain that’s suitable for everyday use, offering an energizing effect along with feelings of peace, harmony, and lucidity. Super Silver Haze is a popular choice among people who are looking to relieve headaches, migraines, and anxiety.

4. Blue Dream

Blue Dream is an indica-dominant strain that is said to smell and taste like sweet berries, or even a sweet blueberry pie. The flavor lingers in the mouth for a long time after consumption.

Blue Dream is often chosen by medical cannabis consumers to treat depression, pain, and nausea. This strain leaves the consumer feeling focused, full of creative energy, and ready to face the task ahead.

5. Mimosa

Like its beverage namesake, Mimosa has a strong citrus aroma with fruity, lemony notes. The flavor is described as sour and tropical with some woody undertones. For fans of fruity flavors, this is one of the best-tasting cannabis strains.

The effect of Mimosa will depend on the dose you consume; in small doses, Mimosa uplifts and motivates, leaving you with a happy and contented feeling. In larger doses, Mimosa is said to make the consumer feel sleepy and relaxed.

6. Ice Cream Cake

Ice Cream Cake has a creamy flavor profile just like a birthday cake, with hints of vanilla and buttery dough. This strain will give you all the effects of a sweet treat—like cannabis cookies—only without the calories!

Ice Cream Cake is the perfect strain for relaxing, offering sedating effects for both body and mind. Its effects make it particularly popular with consumers who have trouble with pain, sleep, and anxiety. Ice Cream Cake is especially recommended for use at night when you want to relax.

7. Zkittlez

Zkittlez, or Skittlez, has a sweet and tropical blend of flavors that might remind you of your favorite candies. Sweet tooths are sure to love this fruity, tropical strain.

As far as effects go, Zkittlez is a calming cannabis strain. Consumers typically feel focused, alert, and happy; Zkittlez can be used at any time of day to unwind and relax.

8. Pineapple Haze

Unsurprisingly, Pineapple Haze is a delicious, tropical treat that combines citrus, sweet, and fruity flavors into one exotic experience. The floral undertones round out the flavor for a session that truly delights the senses.

Pineapple Haze is popular with consumers for its euphoric effects. People often report feeling creative and energetic after consuming this strain.

How Terpenes Affect Cannabis Flavor

Terpenes are compounds that are found in plants including pine trees, cannabis, fruits, herbs, and spices. Terpenes are what give each cannabis strain its distinct aroma and flavor. 

What Do Terpenes Do?

Although scientists are still exploring terpenes' precise effects on humans, the terpene profile of any given strain is thought to work together with the THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids in synergy, referred to as the “entourage effect.” The interaction between terpenes and cannabinoids explains why two different strains of cannabis with the same amount of THC and CBD could have such different effects.

Which Flavors and Aromas Do Terpenes Add to Cannabis?

Terpenes can be categorized into four main types of flavor profiles that affect the taste and smell of marijuana plants:

• Piney

• Woody

• Floral

• Fruity

Piney

Enthusiasts who prefer an alpine, acidic taste can try piney-tasting cannabis strains such as:

• Green Crack: A herby, piney strain that revitalizes with a sharp mental and physical buzz

• OG Kush: A potent strain with 20% THC and an intense piney flavor

• Larry OG: A piney taste on the inhale and a pleasant lemony, citrus taste on the exhale 

• Dutch Treat: A clear piney taste accompanied by energy and good, positive sensations

• Northern Lights: Intense both in its piney flavor and effects, Northern Lights is a potent strain for an afternoon of pure relaxation.

Woody

For a strain with an earthy taste with sandalwood accents, try woody strains.

• Afghani 1: A spicy and sour strain with deep sandalwood notes

• Buttercream Gelato: A woody, citrusy strain with hash overtones

• Master Kush: A pungent and earthy strain with a whiff of citrus

Floral

Some strains literally smell like flowers. For a bouquet of cannabis goodness, try:

• Lavender: A floral and spicy aroma and taste with a sedative effect

• Charlotte's Web: An earthy and floral flavor along with calming and non-intoxicating effects 

• Double Dream: Floral and spicy notes with focus and euphoria

• Phantom OG: Soft floral undertones with pine and lemon accents

Fruity

Fancy some fruit? These are some of the sweetest, most dessert-like strains:

• Mango Kush: A light sweet-and-sour flavor 

• Orange Creamsicle: A delicious combination of orange sherbet and vanilla ice cream

• DJ Short Blueberry: A sweet blueberry taste that relaxes and boosts your mood

• Cherry Pie: A cherry flavor with berry and skunky accents and hazy effects

The Best Taste Is a Question of Taste

Though a list can be a great place to start, taste preferences are highly personal. Deciding if you prefer more woody accents, fruity, or floral tastes can help you find the perfect strain.

If you're still unsure, you can try out a range of different strains until you find the right one for you. Enjoy the journey of discovering your own personal best-tasting cannabis strains and be sure to let us know which strains and flavors you enjoy the most!