Tarts: The Exotic Pastry
Tarts: The Exotic Pastry
(Note: While commonly referred to as "Pop Tarts" or "Pop Tartz" on the street, the official breeder name from Exotic Genetix is simply Tarts.)
Strain Overview
Type: Indica-Dominant Hybrid (60% Indica / 40% Sativa)
Breeder: Exotic Genetix
Lineage: Wojo Mints x Grease Monkey
Market Status: The "Flavor Stack"; Tarts is a heavyweight contender in the Exotic Genetix lineup. It was created to challenge the dominance of the Cookie family by stacking incredible resin production on top of a sophisticated mint-pastry terpene profile. While the name often gets confused with the Seattle Chronic Seeds strain (Pop Tarts), the Exotic Genetix version is a beast of its own. It combines the elite "Wojo" cut of minty funk with the legendary power and frost of Grease Monkey, resulting in a strain that smells like a fruit tart dropped in a bucket of diesel fuel.
THC Content: Very High (24% – 28%)
Dominant Terpenes: Limonene, Caryophyllene, Myrcene, Linalool
Key Effects: Euphoric Giggles, Heavy Body Relaxation, Creative Haze, "Stoned" Contentment
Tarts is a pastry for the high-tolerance smoker.
This isn't a delicate morning snack; it’s a decadent, heavy dessert. It offers a unique collision of flavor worlds: the sharp, herbal mint of the Wojo mother and the aggressive, glue-like gas of the Grease Monkey father. It is sticky, loud, and undeniably potent.
History and Lineage: The Minty Monkey
The genetics behind Tarts are a "Who's Who" of modern resin production.
The Mother (Wojo Mints): A specific, elite phenotype of Cream D' Mint (Cookies & Cream x Mint Chocolate Chip).
This cut is famous for its creamy, herbal mint aroma and massive yield. It provides the "pastry" base of the flavor. The Father (Grease Monkey): The Exotic Genetix flagship (GG4 x Cookies & Cream).
This male is the "Resin King." It adds the devastating potency, the savory fuel funk, and the ability to dump hash-grade trichomes. The Synthesis: By crossing the Wojo Mints with Grease Monkey, Mike created a plant that doubles down on the Cookies & Cream lineage (present in both parents) while introducing the heavy gas of Gorilla Glue. It’s a genetic "backcross" of sorts that locks in the frost while exploding the flavor profile.
Terpene Profile: Sour Mint and Diesel
The aroma of Tarts is complex. It doesn't smell like simple fruit; it smells like a bakery located inside a mechanic's shop.
Dominant Terpenes
Limonene (The Fruit): The dominant terpene. It provides a sharp sour citrus and berry top note that mimics the "fruit filling" of a tart.
Caryophyllene (The Gas): Inherited from the Grease Monkey, this adds a heavy spicy pepper and diesel kick that hits the nose hard.
Linalool (The Mint): Provides a subtle floral, lavender, and minty undertone that gives the smoke a cooling sensation.
Flavor Notes:
The Aroma: It is piercing. It smells of sour berry jam, mint chocolate, and burnt rubber.
The Smoke: Thick and expanding. It tastes of creamy dough, herbal mint, and heavy gas. It has a savory, almost salty/sweet finish that is very distinct.
Strain Effects: The Euphoric Blanket
Tarts is known for hitting hard but keeping the mood light.
The Experience
The Giggle: The high often starts with a rush of goofy euphoria. You feel happy, lighthearted, and ready to laugh at anything.
The Haze: A cerebral fog sets in. This is not a focus strain; it is a daydreaming strain. You might find yourself staring at a wall and enjoying it.
The Melt: The Grease Monkey genetics eventually take over, sending a wave of heavy physical relaxation down the limbs.
The Finish: It ends in a state of deep relaxation, perfect for movies or gaming, though it may lead to a nap if consumed in high doses.
Best For: Socializing with close friends, video gaming, stress relief, appetite stimulation, and mild pain management.
Growing Tarts: The Resin Stacker
Growers love Tarts because it combines the yield of the Wojo Mints with the frost of the Grease Monkey.
Growth Structure
The Frost: This is a hash-maker's dream. The trichome heads are large and detach easily. The buds look white and fuzzy from a distance.
The Structure: It grows Medium-Tall.
It is a vigorous plant that branches well. It benefits from topping to spread out the canopy. The Yield: High. It produces large, chunky colas that are very dense.
The Colors: In the final weeks, the leaves often fade to dark purple and black, creating a stunning contrast with the white resin.
The Time: It finishes flowering in 8 to 9 weeks.
Grower’s Tip: Because the Grease Monkey lineage adds so much density, humidity control is crucial. Keep RH below 45% in late flower to prevent mold in the rock-hard buds. Also, this strain loves Magnesium—make sure to supplement CalMag in weeks 3–5.
Final Verdict: The Exotic Pastry
Tarts (Exotic Genetix) is a masterclass in hybrid breeding. It takes the "Mint/Cookie" profile that everyone loves and injects it with the raw, industrial power of Gorilla Glue. The result is a strain that tastes like a gourmet dessert but hits like a heavyweight champion. If you are looking for the "Exotic" version of a Pop Tart—one that is dipped in gas and covered in diamonds—this is the breakfast of champions.
You should choose Tarts if:
You love Mint/Gas flavors.
You make Hash/Rosin (Elite resin).
You want High Yields.
You want a Euphoric/Stoned high.
Score: 9.6/10 (The Resinous Pastry)