Birthday Cake strain illustration

Birthday Cake

aka Birthday Cake Kush, Birthday Cake #3Hybrid
4(549)
Type
Hybrid
THC
19.3%–22.5%
CBD
< 0.5%
Main terpene
Pinene
Parents
—

THC range is the middle half of 94 public lab tests of Birthday Cake flower (2020–2022). Source: Cannlytics lab results, CC BY 4.0.

About Birthday Cake

Birthday Cake is a cross-bred hybrid. You may also see it sold as Birthday Cake Kush, Birthday Cake #3. The effects people mention most are feeling relaxed, hungry and sleepy.

THC and potency

Public lab results give a good picture of its strength: 94 flower samples tested between 2020 and 2022 came in at a median of 20.6% total THC (the middle half ranged from 19.3% to 22.5%). CBD is typically negligible (under 0.5%). That is in line with most flower on Canadian shelves. Potency varies by grower and batch, so always check the label.

Aroma, flavour and terpenes

In lab tests its dominant terpene is caryophyllene, followed by humulene and limonene. Caryophyllene is known for black pepper and warm spice, while humulene adds dry, woody and hop-like character. Total terpene content measured a median of 2%. Consumers most often describe the flavour as vanilla, sweet and butter.

Reported effects

Beyond feeling relaxed, reviewers also mention feeling happy and aroused. Some consumers say they reach for it when dealing with anxiety, stress and depression. The side effects mentioned most are anxiety, paranoia and dizziness. These are personal reports, not medical advice.

Birthday Cake in Canada

Our Canadian catalogue lists 9 products made with Birthday Cake, mostly flower and pre-rolls and other, from brands including Tweed and Freedom Cannabis. Availability differs by province and store.

Genetics

Birthday Cake is also a parent of Cake Pop, Animal Cake, Motor Cake, Root Beer Cream Cake, Socks and Birthday Legend.

Birthday Cake terpenes

Median share of flower weight in lab tests.

  • pinene0.05%
  • myrcene0.07%
  • humulene0.39%
  • limonene0.15%
  • bisabolol0.15%
  • caryophyllene0.69%

Strains similar to Birthday Cake

Matched on reported effects, terpenes and type.

Birthday Cake FAQ

How strong is Birthday Cake?
In 94 public lab tests, Birthday Cake flower had a median of 20.6% total THC; most samples were between 19.3% and 22.5%.
Is Birthday Cake an indica or a sativa?
Birthday Cake is generally classed as a hybrid.
What does Birthday Cake smell like?
Its main terpene is pinene (pine), and people describe the flavour as vanilla, sweet, butter.
Can I buy Birthday Cake in Canada?
Yes. Our Canadian catalogue lists 9 Birthday Cake products; availability varies by province and store.