F1 Durb is a sativa-leaning hybrid cannabis strain bred from a plant called F1 and a Durban line, known as one of the parents of Girl Scout Cookies and Cherry Pie. Leafly credits it to Jigga, a Bay Area breeder, and describes it as a closely held cut that is rarely sold. Users describe an energetic, creative and sociable high with lemony, peppery flavors.
F1 Durb Strain at a Glance
| Type | Sativa-leaning hybrid (Leafly lists sativa; AllBud lists balanced) |
|---|---|
| Also known as | F1 Durban, F1 Durbs |
| Lineage | F1 × Durban |
| Breeder / origin | Jigga, a Bay Area breeder (per Leafly) |
| THC | 15–28% (typical lab range) |
| CBD | Under 1% |
| Dominant terpenes | Beta-caryophyllene, Limonene |
| Aroma and flavor | sour lemon, floral, sweet, fresh earth, lemon citrus, sweet and sour, pepper, earthy, berry |
| Reported effects | energetic, creative, euphoric, focused, sociable |
| Best for | daytime use, social outings, Cookies family history buffs |
Where F1 Durb Comes From
F1 Durb matters more for what it produced than for how often it appears on shelves. Leafly describes it as a mysterious, closely held hybrid from Jigga, a Bay Area breeder, made by crossing his own F1 plant with Durban. Leafly says it is generally not sold or used for breeding, but credits it as a parent of two famous strains: Girl Scout Cookies, and Cherry Pie, which Jigga made by crossing F1 Durb with Granddaddy Purple.
SeedFinder lists the same F1 and Durban pairing under the name F1 Durban, with the F1 parent undocumented and the Durban side traced to South African sativa genetics. SeedFinder’s family trees for Cookies-line strains also place F1 Durban alongside a South Florida OG Kush cut in the ancestry of Thin Mint GSC, which supports Leafly’s account of its role in the Cookies family. AllBud lists the strain as F1 crossed with Durban and notes the alternate name F1 Durbs.
Because it was never released as seed and is rarely sold, much of what is known about it comes from a small number of user reports.
F1 Durb Effects: What It Feels Like
Leafly’s small group of reviewers tag it energetic most often, followed by creative, euphoric, focused, happy, relaxed and uplifted. AllBud describes a quick build into soaring, creative euphoria with a physical tingle that gets you off the couch, plus a sociable streak that suits a relaxed party or a hike with friends. AllBud’s tags are creative, euphoria, motivation, sociable and uplifting.
That profile fits its Durban heritage and points to daytime use. Given how little lab data exists, and AllBud’s wide THC range, start with a small amount the first time.
F1 Durb Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
AllBud describes a sweet and sour lemon flavor with a light peppery, earthy exhale and a floral, sweet aroma with sour lemon and fresh earth. Leafly’s few reviewers mention berry and diesel most, with cheese, earthy, floral, honey and vanilla notes also noted.
Leafly’s terpene data lists beta-caryophyllene first and limonene second, which lines up with the pepper and lemon that AllBud describes. AllBud describes fluffy emerald buds with light orange pistils and frosty trichomes.
- Beta-caryophyllene: peppery and spicy, also found in black pepper and cloves
- Limonene: bright citrus, also found in lemon and orange peel
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 F1 Durb
Leafly reviewers mention dizziness, dry mouth and some paranoia. As with other energetic, Durban-influenced strains, a large dose can feel racy, so pace yourself.
With F1 Durb, 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 F1 Durb for Medical Reasons?
The few Leafly reviewers who mention health reasons cite arthritis, anxiety, inflammation, muscle spasms and pain. AllBud lists chronic fatigue, depression, appetite loss, nausea, chronic pain and stress. These are personal reports from a very small sample, not clinical findings, so check with a clinician before using cannabis for a health condition.
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 F1 Durb
- Durban Poison: the South African sativa line behind its Durban side
- Girl Scout Cookies: its most famous offspring
- Cherry Pie: Jigga’s F1 Durb and Granddaddy Purple cross
- Thin Mint GSC: a GSC cut that traces back to F1 Durb
- Durban Cookies: a Durban-leaning GSC relative
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Where to Buy F1 Durb
Dispensary menus change every week, and F1 Durb 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 Tacoma, browse Tacoma dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Clear Choice Cannabis Hosmer and Dank’s Warehouse Tacoma. In Salem, browse Salem dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Hall of Strains and Truth Dispensary Center St. 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.
F1 Durb FAQ
Is F1 Durb indica or sativa?
Sources differ. Leafly classes it as a sativa and AllBud as a balanced 50/50 hybrid, so we list it as a sativa-leaning hybrid.
What is F1 Durb a cross of?
A plant called F1 crossed with Durban, according to Leafly, AllBud and SeedFinder. The F1 parent itself is not documented.
Who bred F1 Durb?
Leafly credits Jigga, a Bay Area breeder who kept the cut closely held.
Is F1 Durb a parent of Girl Scout Cookies?
Yes. Leafly lists Girl Scout Cookies and Cherry Pie as F1 Durb offspring, and SeedFinder’s Cookies family trees include F1 Durban.
Where can I find F1 Durb?
It is very rare because the original cut was closely held. Its descendants, such as Girl Scout Cookies and Cherry Pie, are much easier to find at licensed dispensaries.
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.