Italian Ice Strain 

The Italian Ice Strain is an indica-leaning cannabis strain, with a ratio of indica and sativa measured at 60% and 40% accordingly. A cross-breed between Gelato 45 and Forbidden Fruit, it contains a THC level, varying in a range from 14.5 to 18.5% and a CBD level of 0.88-1.36%, making it a very potent weed that is only recommended for experienced stoners. Other cannabinoids found in this weed are:

• CBC 0.52-0.67%
• CBG 0.41-0.72%
• CBN 0.05-0.11%
• THCV 0.49-0.76%

Aside from the potency of the weed, consumers love Italian Ice for its flavoring. With linalool prevailing in the terpene profile, it has a fantastic taste and smell that will pamper the taste buds of all cannabis smokers. Strong calming properties are another thing that distinguishes Italian Ice from the pack, making it an ideal solution for after-work relaxes when you’ve got no work to do, or just want to have a lazy evening in front of the TV. 

Smell and Aroma

Upon cracking the buds open, a complex aroma will instantly hit your nose, revealing notes of sweet pastry with hints of blackberry, grapes, citrus fruits, and bananas. Seconds later, you’re likely to detect a hint of sourness combined with slightly funky tones and muskiness, augmenting the scent and making it really beautiful, long-lasting, and potent. As a matter of fact, it emits such a strong scent that it feels inside the mouth for hours, provided that you store the weed in an airproof container as is recommended by breeders.  

Terpene Profile

When it comes to the terpene profile, this marijuana has a rather modest composition, containing only five terpenes. That being said, what it lacks in quantity, it more than makes up in quality! Expect to plunge into a paradise that will explode your taste buds with a full spectrum of fruity notes. Strawberries, blackberry, sweet lemon—all of these flavors are beautifully melded in a toke, thanks to the phellandre terpene that gives the weed its delicate sweetness. Other terpenes that can be found in the cannabis profile include carene, camphene, myrcene, and linalool. All of these combine to enhance the flavor by introducing musky and earthy hints with flowery notes to it.  

Reported Effects

Those who are looking to enhance their productivity and get more work done should distance themselves from Italian Ice, as it’s absolutely not the right weed for that purpose. First and foremost, this weed is famed for its strong sedative effects. With its THC of 14.5 to 18.5%, it hits quite strong in the head, causing both body and mind to relax and plunge into deep relaxation and sometimes even leading to a couch-lock effect. Along with the relaxing effect, most stoners report experiencing an excitingly motivating buzz. After just a couple of hits, they feel completely relaxed, happy, and clear-headed, as if their minds have never been preoccupied with bad thoughts. It’s worth noting, though, that because this weed provides a rather strong body high, it is best to consume it in the afternoon or evening.

The strong relaxing effect of the weed makes it suitable for medical use, too. It works wonders, alleviating muscle cramps and combatting stress. Besides, it can be used to manage the following conditions: 

• Chronic pains
• Muscle tension
• Depression
• Fatigue
• Concerns
• OCD

Turning to the negative side effects, the most common are dry mouth and dry eyes. Therefore, those who are planning to do something afterward should have some eye drops and water ready. 

Growing Tips

Although Italian Ice seeds are quite difficult to come by, those who are lucky to find them on sale will be happy to know that this weed is fairly easy to grow. It grows both indoors and outdoors and is mold and pest-resistant, allowing for rich yields without much elbow grease. Grown indoors, the flower produces an average of around 10-15 Oz per plant, whereas those who choose to cultivate it in a controlled indoor environment can expect to gather 1-2 Oz per square foot of crop. Speaking of the flowering time, it takes from 7 to 9 weeks, with outdoor yields popping up around mid-October. Gardeners who want to get the best results may want to follow in the footsteps of professional growers who use only feminized cannabis seeds. 

Conclusion

All told, users who are looking for strong effects of relaxation will find a lot to love about the Italian Ice. With its THC content measured at 14.5 to 18.5%, this marijuana is fairly potent and produces a very strong sedative effect, making it ill-suited for complete newbies. Furthermore, Italian Ice is remarkable for its beautiful mix of taste and scents. Containing linalool and phellandre as dominant terpenes, its taste is similar to that of a fruity basket filled with sweet berries, strawberries, banana, and lemons and accented with musky spiciness and flowery hints. 

On the downside, Italian Ice seeds are quite difficult to come by, but those who are lucky will be happy to know that it is easy to grow and produces quite rich yields. Naturally, like any other cannabis, Italian Ice should be taken carefully, even by those who have a high tolerance for a high THC, because it’s very potent and can lead to couch lock. However, if you start slow, you should be able to prevent any undesirable side effects.