Gushers: The Fruit Snack Explosion
Gushers: The Fruit Snack Explosion
Strain Overview
Type: Indica-Dominant Hybrid (60% Indica / 40% Sativa)
Breeder: California Cookies Family (Popularized by Connected Cannabis Co.)
Lineage: Triangle Kush x Gelato #41
Market Status: The "Fruit Snack" Icon; Gushers (often called White Gushers) is one of the most recognizable names in the modern exotic market. It achieved legendary status by delivering exactly what the name promises: an explosion of sweet, tropical fruit flavor that mimics the popular 90s gummy candy. By crossing the heavy-hitting, gassy Triangle Kush with the creamy, berry-forward Gelato #41, the breeders created a strain that satisfies both the "Gas Heads" and the "Flavor Chasers." It is a staple on top-shelf menus across California and beyond.
THC Content: High (22% – 26%)
Dominant Terpenes: Limonene, Caryophyllene, Humulene, Pinene
Key Effects: Euphoric Head Rush, Tingly Body Melt, Arousal, Stress Relief
Gushers is sensory nostalgia.
It offers a flavor profile that is so distinct and sugary it feels engineered. It bridges the gap between the old-school OG power (from the Triangle Kush) and the new-school dessert profiles (from the Gelato). It offers a smoke that is thick, creamy, and bursting with berry juices, leaving a room smelling like a candy factory.
History and Lineage: The Florida-California Connection
Gushers is a perfect example of hybrid vigor, combining the best traits of the East Coast and West Coast.
The Mother (Triangle Kush): The Florida legend. This is the "Gas" component. Famous for its swampy, earthy, and intense fuel aroma, Triangle Kush provides the potency backbone and the heavy physical sedation that Gushers is known for.
The Father (Gelato #41): The Bay Area royalty (Sunset Sherbet x Thin Mint GSC). Known as "Bacio Gelato," this phenotype is the most potent and structural of the Gelato line. It provides the creamy berry flavor, the purple coloration, and the dense bud structure.
The Synthesis: Gushers takes the "Gas" of the TK and wraps it in the "Candy" of the #41. The result is a plant that grows with the density of Gelato but hits with the narcotic weight of an OG.
Terpene Profile: Tropical Juice and Cream
The aroma of Gushers is complex. It isn't just "sweet"; it has a sharp, acidic fruitiness that makes your mouth water.
Dominant Terpenes
Limonene (The Fruit): The dominant terpene. It provides a sharp tropical citrus, grape, and berry punch that hits the nose instantly.
Caryophyllene (The Spice): Inherited from the Triangle Kush, this adds a peppery, spicy fuel kick that grounds the sweetness.
Humulene (The Earth): Adds a subtle woody and herbal note that prevents the candy profile from feeling too artificial.
Flavor Notes:
The Aroma: It is loud and vibrant. It smells of sour tropical berries, creamy dough, and spicy diesel.
The Smoke: Silky and coating. It tastes of sweet grape and berry candy on the inhale, followed by a creamy, earthy gas finish on the exhale.
Strain Effects: The Tingly Hybrid
Gushers is famous for its "Hybrid" high—it starts in the head and melts into the body.
The Experience
The Rush: The high hits quickly with a euphoric head change. Stress evaporates, and a distinct "tingling" sensation often starts behind the ears or in the scalp.
The Vibe: It is a very mood-lifting strain. It often induces giggles and social energy in the first hour.
The Melt: The Triangle Kush genetics eventually take over. The tingling spreads down the spine and into the limbs, leading to a heavy physical relaxation.
The End: While not an instant knockout, it eventually leads to sedation and sleep, making it a great evening strain.
Best For: Anxiety relief, depression, chronic pain, arousal/intimacy, and relaxing after a long day.
Growing Gushers: The Colorful Bush
Growers love Gushers because it offers "Exotic" bag appeal without being overly difficult to manage.
Growth Structure
The Colors: This is a showstopper. In late flower, Gushers almost always turns deep purple and dark green, contrasting beautifully with the bright orange hairs and white resin.
The Yield: Moderate. It is not a massive commercial yielder, but the quality makes up for the quantity. It produces dense, rock-hard nuggets.
The Structure: It grows Short and Bushy. It branches laterally and loves to be topped. It is perfect for indoor setups with height restrictions.
The Frost: The trichome production is heavy. The buds look "wet" or greasy, which is where the name "White Gushers" sometimes comes from (referring to the resin coverage).
The Time: It finishes flowering in 8 to 9 weeks.
Grower’s Tip: Gushers loves a consistent environment. It can be sensitive to temperature fluctuations. Keep the canopy even to ensure light penetration to the lower bud sites, or lollipops strictly to focus energy on the top colas.
Final Verdict: The Fruit Snack Explosion
Gushers is a modern classic for a reason. It delivers on its promise of flavor while providing a potency that respects the heavy tolerance of modern smokers. It takes the "Gas" of the OG era and makes it accessible to the "Candy" generation. If you are looking for a strain that tastes like a tropical vacation and hits like a heavy blanket, grab a pack of Gushers.
You should choose Gushers if:
You love Tropical/Berry flavors.
You want a Euphoric/Relaxing High.
You want "Bag Appeal" (Purple/Frosty).
You need Stress Relief.
Score: 9.5/10 (The Candy Legend)