Creme Brulee X Black Lime Reserve by Pagoda Seeds
Creme Brulee × Black Lime Reserve
A craft hybrid from Pagoda Seeds, Creme Brulee X Black Lime Reserve is an indica-dominant strain created by crossing Creme Brulee with Black Lime Reserve. It is known for its complex aroma and flavor profile, balancing sweet, creamy notes with citrus and spice.
Appearance
This cultivar typically presents a balanced hybrid structure with moderate vigor. Its buds are often described as golf-ball shaped to tapered spears, featuring a high calyx-to-leaf ratio that simplifies trimming. Bud colors can range from lime to forest green, often displaying lavender or eggplant hues, especially under cooler temperatures. A dense frosting of trichomes covers the flowers, contributing to their visual appeal.
Aroma & Flavor
The aroma of Creme Brulee X Black Lime Reserve is characterized by a layered bouquet that combines sweet, dessert-like notes with sharp citrus and spice undertones. Initial scents often include vanilla bean and caramelized sugar, reminiscent of custard. As the flower is handled or ground, notes of fresh lime peel, kaffir lime leaf, and a peppery spice emerge. Some phenotypes may also exhibit hints of cola, cocoa, toasted almond, or pine.
Effects
Consumers report that Creme Brulee X Black Lime Reserve offers a functional uplift, making it suitable for daytime use for some, while others find it beneficial for evening relaxation. The strain is noted for promoting a sense of focus, which may help combat feelings of fatigue.
Terpenes & Cannabinoids
While specific lab data varies, the terpene profile is suggested to include Myrcene, Limonene, Caryophyllene, and Ocimene, contributing to its distinct aroma and effects. The THC content typically ranges from 15% to 25%, with CBD levels generally below 1%.
Growing
Pagoda Seeds developed this hybrid with an emphasis on cultivation and extraction qualities. It is described as having moderate vigor and strong apical dominance, with plants often reaching medium-tall stature with strong lateral branches. The flowering period is not specified, but the structure is noted for good airflow and light penetration, aiding in bud development and trim efficiency. The strain is considered suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, with a potential for good yield, particularly for solventless extraction.
Origins & Lineage
Creme Brulee X Black Lime Reserve is a creation of Pagoda Seeds, a breeder known for small-batch, flavor-focused genetics. It is a cross between a dessert-leaning Creme Brulee strain and the heritage Black Lime Reserve, which is associated with Aficionado Seed Collection. The intention behind this cross was to combine the sweet, custardy profile of Creme Brulee with the complex lime and spice notes of Black Lime Reserve, aiming for enhanced aroma, flavor, and resin quality.