Garlic Budder: The Savory Titan
Garlic Budder: The Savory Titan
Strain Overview
Type: Indica-Dominant Hybrid (70% Indica / 30% Sativa)
Breeder: Humboldt Seed Company
Lineage: GMO (Garlic Cookies) x Fortune Cookie
Market Status: A "Yield Monster"; known for taking the trendy, savory GMO profile and putting it on a plant that grows faster, yields heavier, and offers a creamier, nuttier finish.
THC Content: 28% – 32% (Ultra-High Potency)
Dominant Terpenes: Caryophyllene, Limonene, Myrcene, Humulene
Key Effects: "Stoney" Laughter, Heavy Body Melt, Intense Munchies, Dissociative Euphoria
In a market saturated with candy and fruit flavors, Garlic Budder stands apart as a main course.
Bred by Humboldt Seed Company, this strain is a direct response to the massive popularity of GMO (Garlic/Mushroom/Onion). While everyone loved the potency of GMO, growers hated how slow and lanky it was, and some smokers found the flavor too harsh.
Humboldt’s solution was to cross the legendary GMO with their proprietary Fortune Cookie. The result is a plant that retains the aggressive garlic-fuel kick but softens the edges with a rich, buttery, nutty finish. It is arguably one of the highest-yielding and most potent strains in the HSC 2023 catalog, designed for smokers who want to be knocked out and growers who want to break scales.
History and Lineage: Taming the GMO
Garlic Budder was bred to fix the agronomic flaws of the GMO while keeping the "funk."
The Mother (GMO / Garlic Cookies): The modern classic. Famous for its savory, offensive aroma of halitosis and gym socks, and its devastatingly heavy high. However, it is notorious for being a lanky, slow-flowering plant.
The Father (Fortune Cookie): A cross of Girl Scout Cookies and OG Kush. This parent brings the "Cookie" structure—denser buds and a sweet, nutty undertone. It provides the "Budder" element to the cross.
The Synthesis: The cross worked perfectly. Garlic Budder grows with the vigor of a hybrid but stacks huge, dense colas like an Indica. It kept the savory terpenes but added a creamy smoothness that makes it more palatable.
Terpene Profile: Roasted Garlic and Cream
This strain is not for the faint of heart (or the sweet-toothed). It falls firmly into the "Savory" category of cannabis.
Dominant Terpenes
Caryophyllene (The Spice): The dominant terpene. It provides the sharp, peppery funk that translates to "Garlic."
Limonene (The Butter): While usually citrusy, here it blends with the savory notes to create a creamy, fatty aroma similar to melted butter.
Humulene (The Hops): Adds an earthy, beer-like musk that reinforces the savory vibe.
Flavor Notes:
The Aroma: It is incredibly loud and funky. It smells of roasted garlic, caramelized onions, mushroom compost, and nutty dough. It is a "umami" bomb.
The Smoke: Thick and heavy. It tastes of spicy garlic, buttered toast, and diesel fuel. It has a rich, oily mouthfeel that lingers long after the exhale.
Strain Effects: The Laughing Gas
Garlic Budder is famous for its potency. With THC levels consistently pushing 30%, it is a heavy-duty smoke.
The Experience
The Slap: The high hits instantly with a disorienting cerebral rush. It often induces a fit of "stupid giggles"—everything becomes funny.
The Drift: The GMO heritage takes over, and a heavy, numbing sensation spreads through the body. It feels like wearing a weighted blanket.
The Hunger: This is a top-tier appetite stimulant. The munchies are aggressive and unavoidable.
The Sedation: It ends in a deep, stony sleep. It is not a functional strain; do not plan on doing your taxes after smoking this.
Best For: Movie marathons, dinner parties (post-meal), treating nausea/appetite loss, and severe insomnia.
Growing Garlic Budder: The Barn Buster
This strain is a commercial grower’s dream. It was bred specifically to yield.
Growth Structure
The Size: It is a tall, vigorous plant. It stretches significantly in flower (2x to 3x), so topping and trellising are mandatory to manage the height.
The Yield: Massive. It is rated as an "Extreme" yielder by HSC. The colas are long, thick, and incredibly dense.
The Vigor: It grows faster than the original GMO, cutting the flowering time down to 70 days (mid-October outdoors).
The Resistance: It is a sturdy plant with good resistance to mold, despite the density of the buds. The open structure helps airflow.
The Hash: It is an elite washer. The trichome heads are large and detach easily, making it a favorite for rosin production (where the garlic flavor intensifies).
Grower’s Tip: Because it yields so heavy, you must support the branches. Without a trellis net or stakes, the branches will snap under the weight of the buds in week 6-7. Also, be prepared for the smell—you will need high-quality carbon filters.
Final Verdict: The Savory King
Garlic Budder is the ultimate strain for the "Savory" lover. It takes the polarizing profile of GMO and refines it into something richer and creamier. But beyond the unique flavor, it is a powerhouse of production. It yields huge, it tests high, and it gets you incredibly stoned. If you are tired of fruit punch weed and want something that sticks to your ribs like a hearty meal, this is the butter you need.
You should choose Garlic Budder if:
You love GMO/Garlic/Savory flavors.
You want massive yields (Commercial potential).
You have a high tolerance (30%+ THC).
You need appetite stimulation or heavy sleep.
Score: 9.7/10 (The Yielding Savory)