Animal House
Animal Face × Animal Mints
Animal House is a contemporary hybrid cultivar belonging to the modern "Animal" family of cannabis. It is often an in-house selection by producers, derived from lines like Animal Mints or Animal Face. This strain is known for its high resin production and potent effects.
Appearance
Animal House typically presents with medium to large conical buds that are densely structured. The flowers are often a lime to forest green, sometimes with purple flecks, and are covered in a frosty layer of trichomes. Bright orange pistils add contrast to the visually appealing, sugar-dusted buds.
Aroma and Flavor
The aroma of Animal House is layered, beginning with sharp notes of gasoline and pine, followed by sweet cookie dough and a cooling mint finish. A spicy, peppery scent, often attributed to caryophyllene, adds depth. On the palate, flavors include fuel, sugar cookie, pine, and a minty coolness, with hints of citrus and pepper on the exhale.
Effects
This hybrid is recognized for delivering potent euphoria coupled with a deeply relaxing and calming sensation. Consumers often report a body-numbing calm, making it a suitable choice for experienced users seeking strength and profound relaxation, particularly in the evening.
Terpenes and Cannabinoids
Animal House commonly tests high in THC, typically ranging from 20-28%, with some elite examples exceeding 30%. CBD levels are generally below 1%. The terpene profile is often caryophyllene-forward, contributing spicy notes, alongside limonene (citrus) and myrcene, which can influence the overall calming effects.
Growing
Growers often select phenotypes for intense terpene profiles, dense trichome coverage, and hard buds. The plants may produce golf-ball to spear-shaped colas that finish tightly. Achieving high THC in the mid-20s and total terpenes above 2.0% are common goals for quality cultivation.
Origins and Lineage
Animal House is considered part of the broader "Animal" family, often representing an in-house selection or phenotype from lines such as Animal Mints or Animal Face. These parent lines are known for high potency and relaxing effects, with Animal Face being a cross of Face Off OG and Animal Mints. This lineage contributes to Animal House's characteristic gas, mint, and cookie-dough profile.