Caramel Cream Auto: The Salted Dessert
Caramel Cream Auto: The Salted Dessert
Strain Overview
Type: Indica-Dominant Autoflower
Breeder: Humboldt Seed Company
Lineage: Royal Highness x Old School Humboldt Skunk x Ruderalis
Market Status: The "Flavor Fast-Track"; this strain is widely recognized as one of the most terpene-rich autoflowers on the market. It is famous for defying the "autoflowers don't taste good" myth, delivering a genuinely decadent profile of salted caramel and fuel in a lightning-fast lifecycle.
THC Content: 18% – 22% (Flavor-Forward)
Dominant Terpenes: Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Limonene, Linalool
Key Effects: Deep Relaxation, Comforting Euphoria, Numbing Body Stone, Stress Relief
Most autoflowers are bred for speed or size. Caramel Cream Auto was bred for decadence.
Created by Humboldt Seed Company, this strain is a direct challenge to the idea that flavor takes time. By crossing the regal Royal Highness with a vintage Old School Humboldt Skunk and introducing the autoflower trait, HSC created a plant that finishes remarkably fast but smells like it spent months curing in a bakery.
It is a boutique autoflower. It may not grow as monstrously large as Pound Town Auto, but what it lacks in sheer verticality, it makes up for with sticky, resinous buds that smell distinctly of salted caramel and gasoline.
History and Lineage: The Skunk and The Crown
The genetic makeup of this strain is a blend of European elegance and California funk.
The Mother (Royal Highness): A strain known for its medicinal qualities and unique, sweet terpene profile. It brings the smooth, floral, and "cream" notes to the table.
The Father (Old School Humboldt Skunk): A vintage cut from the Emerald Triangle. It provides the "Skunk" backbone—the pungency, the durability, and the subtle savory note that turns the sweetness into "Salted Caramel" rather than just sugar.
The Synthesis: The combination creates a rich, savory-sweet profile. The autoflower genetics (Ruderalis) were carefully integrated to ensure the plant finishes quickly without diluting these complex flavors.
Terpene Profile: Salted Caramel and Gas
This is the main attraction. Caramel Cream Auto is terpy.
Dominant Terpenes
Myrcene (The Sweetness): The dominant terpene. It provides a heavy, molasses-like sweetness that mimics burnt sugar or caramel.
Caryophyllene (The Spice): A sharp, peppery note that cuts through the sugar, adding the "Fuel" element that keeps the strain smelling potent.
Linalool (The Floral): Adds a subtle creamy, lavender-like smoothness that rounds out the smoke.
Flavor Notes:
The Aroma: It is warm and inviting. It smells of butterscotch, salted caramel, skunk spray, and pine.
The Smoke: Thick and creamy. It tastes of sweet vanilla cream, roasted nuts, and savory fuel. It has a dessert-like quality that is rare in autos.
Strain Effects: The Comfort Stone
Caramel Cream Auto is an Indica-dominant variety designed for relaxation. It is "Comfort Weed."
The Experience
The Exhale: The effects set in quickly with a feeling of physical relief. Shoulders drop, and jaw tension releases.
The Warmth: A soothing, numbing sensation spreads through the body. It feels like wrapping yourself in a warm blanket.
The Mind: The cerebral effect is dreamy and unfocused. It quiets anxiety and racing thoughts, replacing them with a passive contentment.
The End: It eventually leads to sleepiness, making it an excellent choice for evening use or lazy weekends.
Best For: Anxiety relief, muscle spasms, chronic pain, insomnia, and dessert cravings.
Growing Caramel Cream Auto: The Sticky Bush
This strain is a favorite for home growers because it is low-maintenance and high-reward.
Growth Structure
The Speed: It is incredibly fast. It can go from seed to harvest in 70 to 80 days.
The Size: It grows as a compact, bushy plant. It stays lower to the ground than the "XL" autos, making it perfect for stealth grows or small tents.
The Resilience: It inherits the toughness of the Humboldt Skunk. It is resistant to pests and can handle temperature fluctuations well.
The Resin: It is surprisingly frosty. The buds are dense and coated in sticky trichomes that are excellent for making hash or rosin.
The Yield: Moderate. While it won't yield pounds per plant, the buds are dense and heavy.
Grower’s Tip: Because it grows compact and bushy, some leaf tucking or light defoliation is recommended to ensure light reaches the lower bud sites. Be careful not to over-water in the first two weeks; like many skunk-based autos, it prefers a wet-dry cycle to establish roots.
Final Verdict: The Gourmet Auto
Caramel Cream Auto is the strain for the grower who prioritizes quality over quantity. It offers a sophisticated, savory-sweet terpene profile that stands toe-to-toe with many photoperiod strains. If you want a fast, reliable plant that produces buds tasting of butterscotch and gas, this is the cream of the crop.
You should choose Caramel Cream Auto if:
You love Dessert/Caramel flavors.
You have limited space (Compact growth).
You want a relaxing, narcotic high.
You need a fast finish (75 days).
Score: 9.3/10 (The Flavor Auto)