In House Genetics: The Crystal Palace
In House Genetics: The Crystal Palace
💎 The Executive Summary
If Compound Genetics is high fashion, In House Genetics (IHG) is High Jewelry.
Operating out of the Pacific Northwest, founder Brandon built In House Genetics with a singular obsession: Visuals. IHG strains are widely recognized as the most photogenic cannabis plants on the planet. They are the kings of "Macro Photography"—buds so coated in trichomes that they look like they have been dipped in diamond dust or liquid silver.
IHG is the breeder responsible for Slurricane, a strain that defined the "Purple Punch" era. By crossing the heavy, narcotic Dosidos with the flavorful Purple Punch, they created a cultivar that checked every single box: color, frost, taste, and potency. In the modern market, In House Genetics represents the pinnacle of "Bag Appeal." If you are growing for Instagram or for shelf-presence, you grow IHG.
🧬 The Differentiator: The "Platinum" Stud
The Midas touch, but silver.
While many breeders cycle through fathers, IHG built an empire on the back of one specific male: Platinum.
The Origin: The origins of the Platinum cut are shrouded in secrecy, but it acts like a "Frost Multiplier."
The Function: When the Platinum male is crossed to a female (like Jelly Breath or Kush Breath), it doesn't just add potency; it adds Structure and Resin. It turns loose buds into rock-hard, silver-coated nuggets.
The Aesthetic: The signature trait of an IHG strain is "White Out"—where the green of the leaf is almost entirely obscured by the white of the trichome heads.
🚜 Breeding Methodology: The "Micro-Hunter"
IHG breeds for the camera and the wash bag.
Resin Structure: Brandon selects for "long-stalked" trichomes. This makes the resin glands break off easily, making IHG strains arguably the best in the world for Hash Making (washing). Strains like Sugar Cane are essentially dump-trucks for rosin production.
The "Meat" & "Breath" Profile: Beyond the fruit, IHG popularized the "Savory" profile with strains like Meat Breath and Meat Madness. These strains look alien—often turning deep crimson red rather than purple—and smell like rotting meat and spice, catering to the exotic palate.
High-Risk, High-Reward: IHG pushes genetics to the limit. They breed for extreme traits, which sometimes leads to stability issues (see FAQ). They build race cars, not family sedans.
🏆 The Strain Catalog (33+ Cultivars)
In House Genetics’ catalog is a showcase of frost. Below is the authoritative list.
The "Slurricane" Legacy (The Icons)
Slurricane: (Dosidos x Purple Punch). The flagship. Berries, cream, and gas. The #7 cut is legendary.
Slurricane #7 S1: Selfed seeds of the specific "Keeper" cut.
Slurricrasher: Slurricane x Wedding Crasher. A heavier yielding, vanilla-forward version.
Slurriking: Slurricane x PE. A more vigorous, easier-to-grow variant.
Divine Storm: Slurricane x Divine Gelato. Dark, stormy purple buds.
The "Platinum" Line (The Silver Series)
Platinum Kush Breath: OGKB x Platinum. Rock hard, earthy, and nutty.
Platinum Scout V2: Platinum x GSC. The frostiest Cookie cross on the market.
Platinum Garlic: GMO x Platinum. Savory garlic butter dipped in sugar.
Platinum Jelly: Jelly Breath x Platinum. High yielding and incredibly sweet.
Platinum Punch: Purple Punch x Platinum. All the flavor of Punch with added potency.
Platinum Gorilla: GG4 x Platinum. Industrial glue coated in chrome.
Platinum Swabi Punch: A rare landrace cross using Pakistani genetics.
Platinum Terple: Terple x Platinum. Citrus orange terpenes with a heavy stone.
Platinum Silk: A smooth, creamy floral cross.
The "Sugar" & "Ice" (Extraction Kings)
Sugar Cane: Platinum x Slurricane. Arguably the frostiest strain in their entire catalog.
Twisted Ice: (White Fire OG x Platinum) x X-Files. Grows like icicles.
Crystal Cookies: Platinum x Animal Cookies. A resin factory.
Ice Cream Candy: Wedding Cake x Gelato 33. Dessert terpenes with heavy resin.
Bananium: Platinum x Banana OG. Metallic banana flavor.
The "Meat" & "Breath" (The Aliens)
Meat Breath: Meatloaf x Mendo Breath. Deep red/purple buds. Smells like jerky and funk.
Jelly Breath: Mendo Breath x Dosidos. A heavy, sedative, jelly-doughnut profile.
Meat Madness: Meatloaf x Platinum. Even more savory than the breath.
Ogre Breath: GMO x Meat Breath. Potent, offensive, and incredibly strong.
Alien Breath: POGO x Berry Breath. High THC, spacey high.
The "Color" Series (Exotic Hues)
Black Cherry Punch: Purple Punch x Black Cherry Pie. Grows almost jet black.
Color of Space: Slurricane x Metallic Gen. A kaleidoscope of purple, pink, and silver.
Tart Pops: Breeding stock involving sweet tart terpenes.
Forbidden Jelly: Forbidden Fruit x Jelly Breath. Rotten fruit and passionfruit notes.
Truffle Cake: A savory, chocolatey dessert strain.
Flap Jacks: Macflurry genetics. Smells like maple syrup and dough.
Apple Jax: Savory apple spice.
Sticky Glue: Gorilla Glue x Platinum.
King Sherb: OGKB x Blue Sherbert. A high-yielding modern exotic.
❓ FAQ: In House Genetics
Q: Are In House Genetics difficult to grow? A: Yes. These are F1 hybrids bred for peak performance (frost). They can be sensitive to light stress and nutrient fluctuations. They are recommended for intermediate to advanced growers who can control their environment perfectly.
Q: What is the "Herm" controversy? A: In the past, some growers reported hermaphroditism (plants developing male pollen sacs) with certain IHG drops, particularly the Platinum line. This is the trade-off for "Pushing the envelope" on potency. To avoid this, do not stress the plants, check for light leaks, and keep temperatures stable.
Q: What is the best strain for Hash/Rosin? A: Sugar Cane or Platinum Garlic. Both have distinct "sandy" trichomes that detach easily in ice water, offering massive yields for washers.
Q: Is Slurricane #7 available as seed? A: Occasionally IHG releases "S1" (Selfed) seeds of the #7 cut. These are the closest you can get to the famous clone in seed form. The standard Slurricane pack is an F1 cross, meaning you will find variation (some lean Dosi, some lean Punch).
🏁 The Architect's Verdict
In House Genetics is the Jeweler. They create the weed that rappers rap about.
They are the perfect breeder for the Hash Maker and the ** Photographer**. If your goal is to open a jar and have people gasp at the sheer amount of crystals, you grow In House. They are not the most rugged plants for outdoor guerrilla growing, but in a dialed-in indoor tent, they produce unrivaled beauty.
Score: 9.4/10 (Aesthetics) / 8.5/10 (Stability) Best For: Making rosin, "Bag Appeal," and lovers of purple/frost combos.