Monkey Farts
Gorilla Glue 4 × Grease Monkey × Banana Kush × Strawberry Banana
Monkey Farts is a hybrid strain known for its distinct aroma and flavor profile, often described as fruit-forward with gassy undertones. It typically exhibits indica-leaning characteristics, producing dense flowers with a rich terpene profile.
Appearance
Monkey Farts flowers are generally compact and dense, often resembling golf-ball to medium spear shapes. They are typically covered in a generous layer of trichomes, giving them a frosted appearance. The coloration can range from emerald to forest green, sometimes featuring purple or lavender streaks, especially under cooler temperatures. Pistils mature to a vivid copper color.
Aroma & Flavor
The aroma of Monkey Farts is characterized by notes of overripe banana, tropical candy, and a creamy base, often complemented by a gassy or skunky undertone. Upon grinding, the bouquet can intensify, revealing hints of mango, pineapple, and sometimes peppery or clove-like notes. The flavor profile typically follows the aroma, with initial tastes of banana and cream, transitioning to tropical citrus and a gassy, peppery finish on the exhale.
Effects
Consumers report that Monkey Farts provides a balanced hybrid experience with a slight indica lean. The effects are often described as focusing, allowing for a clear-headed experience. While specific details on the full spectrum of effects are limited, the strain is generally associated with a pleasant and manageable experience.
Terpenes & Cannabinoids
The cannabinoid profile of Monkey Farts typically shows THC content ranging from 15% to 25%, with CBD levels below 1%. Key terpenes that contribute to its aroma and potential effects include Myrcene, Limonene, Caryophyllene, Linalool, Humulene, and Ocimene. These compounds are responsible for the strain's fruity, citrus, peppery, and lavender-like aromatic qualities.
Growing
Cultivation notes suggest that Monkey Farts can present different phenotypes, with one leaning towards banana cream and another with a more pronounced gassy, skunky aroma. The buds are typically dense and resin-rich, indicating a potential for good trichome coverage. Growers often aim for specific phenotypes based on market demand, with some favoring the aromatic expression for flower and others the resin yield for extraction.
Origins & Lineage
Monkey Farts emerged in North American craft markets in the late 2010s, a period characterized by humor-forward strain names and a surge in dessert and fruit-themed cultivars. The precise genetic lineage is not standardized, as multiple breeders have released versions of this strain. Commonly reported parentage involves crosses within the 'glue' or 'cookies' families combined with banana-forward or tropical strains, contributing to its layered fruit-gas profile.