Vanilla Gorilla: The Sweet Beast
Vanilla Gorilla: The Sweet Beast
Strain Overview
Type: Indica-Dominant Hybrid (70% Indica / 30% Sativa)
Breeder: Exotic Genetix
Lineage: Grease Monkey x Cookies & Cream F2
Market Status: The "Creamy Glue"; Vanilla Gorilla is a masterclass in line breeding. Exotic Genetix took their heavy-hitting Grease Monkey (a cross of GG4 x Cookies & Cream) and crossed it back to a specific Cookies & Cream F2 male. This "backcross" strategy was designed to lock in the creamy, vanilla-dough terpene profile of the father while retaining the devastating potency and resin dump of the Grease Monkey mother. It is widely regarded as the smoothest, tastiest version of the "Gorilla" family tree.
THC Content: High (23% – 28%)
Dominant Terpenes: Caryophyllene, Limonene, Myrcene, Humulene
Key Effects: Heavy Sedation, Euphoric Bliss, Muscle Relaxation, Intense Hunger
Vanilla Gorilla is the velvet hammer.
It takes the aggressive, industrial funk of the Gorilla Glue lineage and dips it in a vat of sweet vanilla icing. It offers a smoke that is deceptively smooth and delicious, masking a potency that can knock out even the most experienced smokers. It is a dessert strain with the soul of a sedative.
History and Lineage: The Double Dose of Cream
This strain was bred to refine the rough edges of the Gorilla Glue genetics.
The Mother (Grease Monkey): The Exotic Genetix powerhouse (GG4 x Cookies & Cream). Famous for its massive yield, industrial glue funk, and knockout power. It brings the size and the sedative "couch-lock."
The Father (Cookies & Cream F2): The flavor donor. By crossing the Grease Monkey back to its own father's lineage (Cookies & Cream), the breeder doubled down on the sweet, creamy, vanilla dough traits.
The Synthesis: Vanilla Gorilla is the result of this genetic reinforcement. It keeps the heavy, resinous structure of the Grease Monkey but pushes the flavor profile significantly toward the sweet, bakery side of the spectrum. It is less "Gas Station" and more "Donut Shop."
Terpene Profile: Frosted Diesel
The aroma of Vanilla Gorilla is complex, layering heavy fuel notes under a blanket of sweetness.
Dominant Terpenes
Caryophyllene (The Gas): The dominant terpene. It provides the spicy pepper and diesel kick that reminds you this is still a Gorilla strain.
Limonene (The Sweetness): Adds a distinct sweet citrus and vanilla note that mimics frosting or cake batter.
Myrcene (The Musk): Provides a heavy earthy and herbal base that contributes to the physical heaviness of the high.
Flavor Notes:
The Aroma: It is rich and inviting. It smells of vanilla bean, spicy earth, and pungent glue.
The Smoke: Creamy and expansive. It tastes of sweet dough and vanilla on the inhale, followed by a heavy earthy kush and diesel finish on the exhale.
Strain Effects: The 800lb Gorilla
Vanilla Gorilla is not a daytime strain. It is a heavy, physical experience.
The Experience
The Smile: The high begins with a euphoric head rush. You feel happy, hazy, and unbothered by stress.
The Weight: Very quickly, the "Gorilla" lands on your shoulders. A deep physical heaviness spreads through the body, relaxing muscles and joints.
The Hunger: This strain is legendary for inducing the munchies. Food tastes incredible, and you will likely eat everything in the kitchen.
The Sleep: As the high wears off, it leaves you in a state of drowsy contentment, making it excellent for battling insomnia.
Best For: Evening relaxation, appetite stimulation, chronic pain, muscle spasms, and insomnia.
Growing Vanilla Gorilla: The Frosty Beast
Growers love this strain because it combines the yield of GG4 with the bag appeal of Cookies & Cream.
Growth Structure
The Yield: High. It is a heavy yielder that produces large, dense colas. It responds well to heavy feeding.
The Resin: Elite. This is a hash maker's dream. The buds are coated in large, sandy trichomes that wash very well for bubble hash or rosin.
The Structure: It grows Medium-Tall and bushy. It can stretch significantly in flower (thanks to the GG4 influence), so be prepared to train it.
The Colors: In cooler temperatures, the leaves can fade to dark purple and blue, contrasting beautifully with the white frost.
The Time: It finishes flowering in 8 to 9 weeks.
Grower’s Tip: Support is key. The buds can get very heavy and weigh down the branches. Use a trellis net early in flower to support the canopy. Also, keep humidity low in late flower to prevent mold in the dense colas.
Final Verdict: The Sweet Beast
Vanilla Gorilla is the perfect strain for smokers who want the power of Gorilla Glue but prefer the flavor of Cookies. It offers a luxurious, creamy smoke that tastes like dessert but hits like a tranquilizer. If you are looking for a strain that fills the room with the smell of vanilla gas and glues you to the couch, release the beast.
You should choose Vanilla Gorilla if:
You love Vanilla/Dough flavors.
You want Heavy Sedation.
You are a Hash/Rosin Maker.
You have a High Tolerance.
Score: 9.4/10 (The Creamy Knockout)