Bubba Cookies is an indica-dominant cannabis strain bred from Bubba Kush and Girl Scout Cookies, known for an earthy, sweet and hashy flavor. It comes from Divine Genetics, the breeder also known for Chem Cookies. Listings range from about 15% to 23% THC, and users describe a happy head lift over a calm, hungry body high.
Bubba Cookies Strain at a Glance
| Type | Indica-dominant hybrid (about 65% indica) |
|---|---|
| Lineage | Bubba Kush × Girl Scout Cookies |
| Breeder / origin | Divine Genetics |
| THC | 15–23% (typical lab range) |
| CBD | Under 1% |
| Dominant terpenes | Limonene, Beta-caryophyllene, Linalool |
| Aroma and flavor | earthy, herbal, floral, dank, pungent when broken, sweet cookie, hashy, spicy herb, floral exhale |
| Reported effects | happy, uplifted, relaxed body, hungry, sleepy later |
| Best for | evening use, appetite, winding down |
Where Bubba Cookies Comes From
Bubba Cookies was bred by Divine Genetics, which crossed the classic Bubba Kush with GSC, better known as Girl Scout Cookies. Leafly, SeedFinder and Grow Diaries all credit Divine Genetics, and AllBud and Leafly agree on the parents. SeedFinder notes that the strain has been offered only as feminized seed.
The cross pairs two heavyweights. Bubba Kush brings dense, hashy indica structure, and GSC adds its sweet, doughy flavor and potency. Several other breeders have released their own crosses under the Bubba Cookies name over the years, so a jar labeled Bubba Cookies may not be the Divine Genetics line. Ask about the source if lineage matters to you.
Bubba Cookies Effects: What It Feels Like
Leafly reviewers most often tag Bubba Cookies as energetic, uplifted and happy, though Leafly’s overall summary calls it mostly calming and its description says it can leave you floating in a heavy high for hours. AllBud describes the arc well: a lift behind the eyes first, then a calm, settled body and strong munchies, with sleepiness possible as it wears on.
That split suggests dose matters. A small amount reads as a happy, social lift, while a bigger session leans toward the couch and the snack drawer. It fits an evening better than a workday. AllBud lists 15–23% THC, Leafly lists 23%, and Grow Diaries averages about 19%, so check the label on the batch in front of you.
Bubba Cookies Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
Leafly lists earthy, sweet and skunky flavors and calls the smoke hashy. AllBud describes earthy herbs and flowers on the nose that turn pungent when the buds are broken up, followed by a sweet, spicy, cookie-like taste with a lightly dank, floral exhale.
Leafly names limonene as the dominant terpene, followed by caryophyllene and linalool. Limonene adds a faint citrus brightness under the earth, caryophyllene brings the peppery spice, and linalool fits the floral notes AllBud describes.
- Limonene: bright citrus, also found in lemon and orange peel
- Beta-caryophyllene: peppery and spicy, also found in black pepper and cloves
- Linalool: floral and lavender-like
Terpene levels vary from grower to grower and batch to batch, so check the lab label on the package. Learn more in our guide to cannabis terpenes.
Side Effects and How to Use Bubba Cookies
Leafly reviewers list feeling anxious as the main negative, which can happen with any potent GSC descendant if you take too much. Dry mouth and strong hunger are common with this one. Start low and have water and a snack nearby.
With Bubba Cookies, as with any strain, a smaller dose usually avoids anxiety or grogginess. Our cannabis safety guide covers what to do if you take too much.
Do People Use Bubba Cookies for Medical Reasons?
Leafly readers most often mention reaching for Bubba Cookies during stress (40%), anxiety (40%) and lack of appetite (30%), from a small number of reports. AllBud adds insomnia, nausea and depression. These are consumer reports, not clinical evidence.
These are user reports, not clinical findings. For what research actually supports, see our cannabis health and research section, and talk to your doctor before using cannabis for a health condition.
Strains Like Bubba Cookies
- Bubba Kush: its hashy indica parent
- Girl Scout Cookies: its sweet, potent parent
- Gelato Cookies: another dessert-style GSC descendant
- Cookies and Cream: a sweet, relaxing cookie-family hybrid
- GMO Cookies: a heavier, savory GSC cross
Browse more indica strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
More Indica Strains to Explore
Bubba Kush · Bubblegum Gelato · Bubblegum Kush · Bubba Banner · Brownie Scout · BOG Bubble · All indica strains
Where to Buy Bubba Cookies
Dispensary menus change every week, and Bubba Cookies may be sold under its own name, as a cross or as a pre-roll or vape. The fastest way to find it is to check store menus online before you go. In Bend, browse Bend dispensaries and check the menus at stores like The Flower Room Downtown and Oregon Euphorics. In Vancouver, browse Vancouver dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Craft Cannabis Mill Plain and The Herbery NE 78th. You can also browse licensed dispensaries in every state we cover. Adults 21 and older can buy with a valid photo ID; see cannabis laws by state for purchase limits.
Bubba Cookies FAQ
Is Bubba Cookies indica or sativa?
It is an indica-dominant hybrid, about 65% indica according to AllBud.
What is Bubba Cookies a cross of?
Bubba Kush crossed with Girl Scout Cookies (GSC).
Who bred Bubba Cookies?
Divine Genetics, according to Leafly, SeedFinder and Grow Diaries.
How strong is Bubba Cookies?
Listings range from about 15% to 23% THC, with Leafly at 23%.
Is Bubba Cookies good for sleep?
Many users find it relaxing and sleepy at higher doses, and AllBud lists insomnia among commonly reported uses.
For adults 21+ in legal states. Strain information reflects breeder descriptions, lab data and user reports; effects vary by person and batch. Not medical advice.