Traverse City Pie
Pie Family Hybrid × Cherry Pie × Grape Pie
Traverse City Pie is a contemporary indica-dominant cultivar originating from Michigan, noted for its dessert-like profile. Its name pays homage to Traverse City's reputation as a cherry-growing region, signaling a strain focused on fruit, spice, and pastry aromatics.
Appearance
This strain typically develops into medium-height plants with a robust central cola and well-developed side branches. The flowers form dense, rounded to spear-shaped buds rich in trichomes, with pistils that transition from pale tangerine to copper. Phenotypes may display violet or burgundy hues under cooler temperatures.
Aroma & Flavor
The aroma is characterized by a primary note of tart to sweet cherry layered over warm pastry, with secondary hints of baking spice and vanilla-like florals. Upon grinding, citrus and berry notes become more pronounced, alongside a subtle doughy undertone. The flavor follows suit, presenting sweet-tart fruit and a flaky, bakery-like base, complemented by warm spice and a creamy finish.
Effects
While specific effects are not detailed in the provided notes, cultivars in the Pie family and those with similar terpene profiles are often associated with balanced, indica-leaning effects. Consumers have noted its aromatic heft and balanced effects.
Terpenes & Cannabinoids
Traverse City Pie typically features a terpene profile including caryophyllene, limonene, and linalool, with myrcene also frequently present. The THC content generally ranges from 18-26%, with CBD levels below 1%.
Growing
The plants are described as medium-height with moderate internodal spacing, allowing for dense flower clusters. They exhibit sturdy structure and significant vigor. The flowers are known for their high resin content, translating to sticky trichome coverage and good yields for extraction.
Origins & Lineage
Traverse City Pie is a Michigan-bred cultivar, believed to be a hybrid within the broader Pie family, selected for its cherry and dessert-like characteristics. While its exact lineage is not publicly standardized, it is often linked to Cherry Pie and Grape Pie derivatives, chosen to enhance fruit and pastry notes.