Scotty 2 Hotty: The Gassy Glamour
Scotty 2 Hotty: The Gassy Glamour
Strain Overview
Type: Indica-Dominant Hybrid (70% Indica / 30% Sativa)
Breeder: Exotic Genetix
Lineage: Biscotti x Rainbow Chip
Market Status: The "Biscotti Upgrade"; Scotty 2 Hotty is widely regarded as one of the best crosses to ever come out of the Biscotti lineage. While Biscotti is legendary for its flavor, growers have long complained about its slow growth and low yield. Exotic Genetix solved this by crossing the elite Biscotti cut with their structural savior, Rainbow Chip. The result is a plant that retains the oily, coffee-gas funk of the mother but grows with the vigor, color, and size of the father. It is a "hype strain" that actually lives up to the wrestling-inspired name—it brings the heat.
THC Content: High (22% – 27%)
Dominant Terpenes: Caryophyllene, Limonene, Humulene, Myrcene
Key Effects: Euphoric Rush, Heavy Body Stone, "Stoned" Giggles, Deep Relaxation
Scotty 2 Hotty is luxury fuel.
It bridges the gap between the savory, dessert-like qualities of the Cookie family and the aggressive, nose-burning qualities of the OG family. It offers a smoke that is thick, oily, and rich, coating the mouth with a flavor that tastes like dipping a biscotti cookie into a tank of premium unleaded gas.
History and Lineage: Fixing the Legend
This strain is a textbook example of "corrective breeding"—taking a legendary clone and fixing its agronomic flaws.
The Mother (Biscotti): The Bay Area icon (South Florida OG x Gelato #25). Famous for its incredible aroma of sweet cookies, coffee, and diesel. However, it is notorious among growers for being a slow-growing "vine" that yields poorly.
The Father (Rainbow Chip): The Exotic Genetix stud (Sunset Sherbet x Mint Chocolate Chip). As the male for this lineup, it provided stem strength, vigor, purple coloration, and massive yield potential.
The Synthesis: Scotty 2 Hotty is essentially a "Super Biscotti." It grows like a normal, vigorous hybrid (thanks to the Rainbow Chip) but produces flowers that smell and smoke almost exactly like the original Biscotti, with an added layer of sweet, herbal complexity.
Terpene Profile: Burnt Rubber and Bakery
The aroma is loud and aggressive. It is not a fruity strain; it is a savory, gassy strain.
Dominant Terpenes
Caryophyllene (The Gas): The dominant terpene. It provides a heavy pepper, diesel, and burnt rubber kick that defines the "Hotty" aspect.
Limonene (The Sweetness): Adds a layer of sweet citrus and dough that balances the fuel, creating the "cookie" illusion.
Humulene (The Hops): Adds an earthy, woody, and spicy note that gives the strain a "dank" basement funk.
Flavor Notes:
The Aroma: It is piercing. It smells of spilled gasoline, chocolate chip cookies, and espresso.
The Smoke: Heavy and oily. It tastes of nutty dough, spicy diesel, and sweet earth. It has a "greasy" mouthfeel that lingers long after the exhale.
Strain Effects: The Worm
Just like the wrestler it’s named after, this strain hits with a bit of showmanship before laying you out.
The Experience
The Turn Up: The high hits quickly with a euphoric head rush. You feel giddy, happy, and socially engaged. The "gas" terpenes wake up the brain initially.
The Body Slam: After the initial rush, the heavy Indica genetics take over. A wave of warm relaxation crashes over the body.
The Zone: You enter a state of happy sedation. You aren't asleep, but you are definitely "stuck." It is perfect for gaming or watching movies.
The Fade: It eventually leads to a deep, restful sleep, making it a great nightcap.
Best For: Evening social events, video gaming, chronic pain, insomnia, and high-tolerance smokers looking for a punch.
Growing Scotty 2 Hotty: The Dark Tower
Growers flock to this strain because it offers "Exotic" quality without the headache of growing pure Biscotti.
Growth Structure
The Colors: This is a goth plant. In late flower, the leaves and buds turn deep purple, indigo, and jet black. The contrast with the bright white resin is stunning.
The Yield: Moderate to High. It yields significantly better than its mother, producing dense, chunky colas.
The Structure: It grows Medium-Tall and bushy. It branches well and responds perfectly to topping.
The Frost: It is incredibly resinous. The buds feel greasy and sticky, not dry. It is a top-tier candidate for rosin pressing.
The Time: It finishes flowering in 8 to 9 weeks.
Grower’s Tip: This strain is dense. The buds are rock-hard. You must keep humidity low (<45%) in the final weeks and ensure good airflow, or you risk losing your beautiful black colas to botrytis (rot). Also, cooler nights will maximize the dark coloration.
Final Verdict: The Gassy Glamour
Scotty 2 Hotty is a triumph for the gas lovers. It takes the sophisticated, coffee-fuel flavor of Biscotti and packages it in a plant that actually performs in the garden. It offers a smoke that is potent, savory, and undeniably "loud." If you want a strain that looks like a black diamond and smells like a gas station bakery, it’s time to turn up the heat.
You should choose Scotty 2 Hotty if:
You love Biscotti/Gas flavors.
You want "Bag Appeal" (Black/Purple).
You want High Potency.
You want Better Yields than Biscotti.
Score: 9.5/10 (The Optimized Biscotti)