Triangle Mints Delete
Triangle Kush × Animal Mints
Triangle Mints Delete is a select phenotype within the Triangle Mints family, distinguished by its high potency and aromatic profile. Circulating among West Coast cultivators since the late 2010s, this indica-dominant variety is recognized for its dense, resin-heavy flowers and a cooling mint-cookie bouquet.
Appearance
Triangle Mints Delete typically presents dense, medium-sized colas with a slightly conical shape. The calyxes are swollen and tightly packed, creating a 'knotted' appearance, with sparse sugar leaves that trim cleanly to reveal a resin-coated surface. Coloration ranges from forest to emerald green, often displaying lilac or deep plum hues when exposed to cooler temperatures late in flowering. Bright copper pistils are evenly distributed, complementing the abundant trichome coverage.
Cured flowers are notably hard and dense, with a uniform resin sheen that sparkles under light. After a proper 14-21 day cure, the buds maintain a crisp exterior and a springy interior, indicative of preserved terpene integrity and smooth combustion.
Aroma & Flavor
The initial aroma is a distinct cooling mint, layered over a sweet, cookie-dough base with a subtle gassy undertone. Deeper notes of pepper-spice and toasted sugar emerge as the bud is broken apart. On the palate, it delivers a mint-cream inhale with a hint of vanilla wafer sweetness, followed by a peppery, piney exhale. The mint character is more herbal and cool, akin to crushed mint leaves in pastry cream, with a lingering fuel-like finish.
The flavor profile remains consistent during consumption, offering minimal ashy bitterness when properly flushed and cured. In concentrate form, the mint-cookie notes intensify, and the pastry sweetness becomes more pronounced. Optimal flavor clarity is often reported at lower temperatures during vaporization or dabbing.
Effects
Triangle Mints Delete is recognized for its potent effects, often described as uplifting and focus-enhancing. Its intensity has led to nicknames suggesting it can significantly alter one's schedule due to its strength.
Terpenes & Cannabinoids
This phenotype is characterized by a THC-dominant profile, typically ranging from 24-28% by weight, with some exceptional grows potentially exceeding 30%. CBD content is generally negligible, usually below 0.5%, while minor cannabinoids like CBG may be present in trace amounts. The terpene profile is a complex blend contributing to its unique aroma and flavor.
Origins & Lineage
Triangle Mints Delete is a specific selection from the broader Triangle Mints lineage, which itself is a cross between Florida's Triangle Kush and the Mints/Animal Cookies line popularized by Seed Junky Genetics. Triangle Kush contributes OG-like power and a gassy-pine aroma, while Animal Mints adds minty notes, doughy sweetness, and significant resin production. The 'Delete' designation signifies a particular phenotype chosen for its exceptionally strong potency and pronounced mint-cookie characteristics.
Growing
Growers select the Delete phenotype for its uniform bud density and abundant trichome coverage, which is favorable for various extraction methods. It is known to develop thick, dense flowers with tight internodal spacing and a robust structure, often yielding well with proper cultivation techniques. Environmental factors, particularly cooler night temperatures during late flowering, can enhance its visual appeal and potentially its cannabinoid and terpene expressions.