Vanilla Gorilla strain illustration

Vanilla Gorilla

Hybrid
4(24)
Type
Hybrid
THC
16.7%–19.2%
CBD
—
Main terpene
Caryophyllene
Parents
—

THC range is the middle half of 74 public lab tests of Vanilla Gorilla flower (2021–2022). Source: Cannlytics lab results, CC BY 4.0.

About Vanilla Gorilla

Vanilla Gorilla is a cross-bred hybrid. The effects people mention most are feeling relaxed, giggly and hungry.

THC and potency

Public lab results give a good picture of its strength: 74 flower samples tested between 2021 and 2022 came in at a median of 17.6% total THC (the middle half ranged from 16.7% to 19.2%). 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

Its reported terpene profile is led by caryophyllene, with myrcene and limonene. Caryophyllene is known for black pepper and warm spice, while myrcene adds earthy, musky notes with a ripe-fruit edge. Consumers most often describe the flavour as vanilla, pepper and tar.

Reported effects

Beyond feeling relaxed, reviewers also mention feeling sleepy. Some consumers say they reach for it when dealing with nausea, pain and stress. The side effects mentioned most are dry eyes, headaches and paranoia. These are personal reports, not medical advice.

Vanilla Gorilla terpenes

Relative strength as reported by consumers.

  • caryophyllenePepper, spice
  • myrceneEarthy, musky
  • limoneneCitrus
  • humuleneWoody, hoppy
  • linaloolFloral, lavender
  • pinenePine

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Vanilla Gorilla FAQ

How strong is Vanilla Gorilla?
In 74 public lab tests, Vanilla Gorilla flower had a median of 17.6% total THC; most samples were between 16.7% and 19.2%.
Is Vanilla Gorilla an indica or a sativa?
Vanilla Gorilla is generally classed as a hybrid.
What does Vanilla Gorilla smell like?
Its main terpene is caryophyllene (pepper, spice), and people describe the flavour as vanilla, pepper, tar.