Sweaty Betty: The Perspiring Powerhouse
Sweaty Betty: The Perspiring Powerhouse
(Note: In many markets, this strain is synonymous with or a specific phenotype of Wet Betty by Exotic Genetix. The name is often adjusted for compliance reasons.)
Strain Overview
Type: Indica-Dominant Hybrid (60% Indica / 40% Sativa)
Breeder: Exotic Genetix (Popularized by 710 Labs selections)
Lineage: Gushers x Grease Monkey
Market Status: The "Dank Dessert"; Sweaty Betty is a strain that lives up to its uncomfortable name in the best way possible—it produces resin that makes the buds look like they are sweating grease. A cross of the candy-forward Gushers and the industrial-strength Grease Monkey, this cultivar bridges the gap between the "Fruit" and "Gas" flavor camps. It is widely celebrated for its elite resin production, making it a favorite for solventless hash (rosin) producers like 710 Labs.
THC Content: High (22% – 28%)
Dominant Terpenes: Caryophyllene, Limonene, Myrcene, Humulene
Key Effects: Euphoric Haze, Heavy Body Melt, Stress Relief, "Glued" Contentment
Sweaty Betty is a greasy experience.
It rejects the dry, powdery frost of older strains in favor of a slick, oily resin that coats your fingers instantly. It smells of a candy shop located inside a mechanic's garage—a complex mix of sugary fruit syrup and heavy, pungent motor oil.
History and Lineage: The Greasy Collision
Sweaty Betty was bred to add weight and potency to the Gushers profile.
The Mother (Gushers): The West Coast icon (Triangle Kush x Gelato #41). Famous for its explosive fruit candy flavor and beautiful bag appeal, but sometimes criticized for lacking the "heavy" punch of an OG.
The Father (Grease Monkey): The Exotic Genetix legend (GG4 x Cookies & Cream). This male provides the industrial glue funk, massive yield, and sedative power. It is the engine that drives the potency of the cross.
The Synthesis: Sweaty Betty inherits the best of both. It keeps the distinct "fruit snack" aroma of the Gushers but backs it up with the heavy body load and oily resin of the Grease Monkey. It is significantly more potent and sedative than pure Gushers.
Terpene Profile: Fruit Snacks and Motor Oil
The aroma of Sweaty Betty is a "dirty" sweet profile. It is savory and sugary at the same time.
Dominant Terpenes
Caryophyllene (The Gas): The dominant terpene. It provides a heavy pepper and diesel kick that coats the mouth.
Limonene (The Candy): Adds a sharp sweet lime and berry note that cuts through the heaviness, inherited from the Gushers.
Myrcene (The Musk): Provides a background of damp earth and herbal funk, contributing to the "sweaty" description.
Flavor Notes:
The Aroma: It is pungent and humid. It smells of sugary fruit gummy candy, burnt rubber, and heavy fuel.
The Smoke: Thick and creamy. It tastes of sweet berry syrup on the inhale, followed by a spicy, earthy diesel flavor on the exhale.
Strain Effects: The Heavy Hybrid
Sweaty Betty is a "wind down" strain. It offers a high that is physically relaxing without being instantly comatose.
The Experience
The Sweat: The high hits with a warm, physical rush. You might literally feel a wave of heat or "sweat" as the potency kicks in.
The Euphoria: A happy, hazy cerebral buzz washes over the mind. Stress and anxiety evaporate.
The Melt: The Grease Monkey genetics take over, loosening muscles and relieving tension. It feels like melting into a chair.
The Munchies: This strain is excellent for appetite stimulation. Food tastes incredible under its influence.
Best For: Evening relaxation, post-workout recovery, stress relief, appetite loss, and mild pain management.
Growing Sweaty Betty: The Resin Dumper
Growers and hash makers love this strain because it is a "washer"—it produces trichomes that detach easily and are full of oil.
Growth Structure
The Resin: Elite. The buds look wet. The trichome heads are large and oily, making this a top-tier strain for rosin pressing.
The Yield: Moderate to High. It yields better than Gushers, producing dense, chunky colas.
The Colors: It is a beautiful plant. In late flower, it often fades to deep purple and dark green, with bright orange pistils.
The Structure: It grows Medium-Height and bushy. It benefits from defoliation to ensure airflow through the dense canopy.
The Time: It finishes flowering in 8 to 9 weeks.
Grower’s Tip: Because this strain is so "greasy," it is prone to botrytis (bud rot) if humidity gets too high. Keep your late-flower humidity below 45% and ensure massive airflow. If you touch the buds, wear gloves—you will not be able to get the resin off your hands with just water.
Final Verdict: The Perspiring Powerhouse
Sweaty Betty (aka Wet Betty) is a triumph of modern breeding. It takes the popular "candy" profile of Gushers and gives it the potency and resin production it was missing. It offers a smoke that is delicious, heavy, and undeniably loud. If you are looking for a strain that will gum up your grinder and leave you stuck to the couch with a smile on your face, get Sweaty.
You should choose Sweaty Betty if:
You love Candy/Gas flavors.
You are a Hash/Rosin Maker.
You want Heavy Relaxation.
You want "Bag Appeal" (Greasy/Frosty).
Score: 9.4/10 (The Oily Hybrid)