Tiramisu is a hybrid cannabis strain bred from Wedding Cake and Gelato #45, known for a sweet vanilla, coffee and chocolate profile and a talkative, uplifted high. It was bred by The Cali Connection and released as feminized seed in the breeder’s Gold Line collection. Reported THC varies widely, from about 15% on Leafly to 28% on seed listings.
Tiramisu Strain at a Glance
| Type | Hybrid (sources disagree on which side it leans) |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Tiramisu Cookies |
| Lineage | Wedding Cake × Gelato #45 |
| Breeder / origin | The Cali Connection |
| THC | 15–28% (sources vary widely) (typical lab range) |
| CBD | Not listed |
| Dominant terpenes | Beta-caryophyllene, Limonene, Humulene |
| Aroma and flavor | vanilla, chocolate, creamy hash, butter, coffee, berry, sweet, tropical fruit |
| Reported effects | uplifted, talkative, euphoric, relaxed |
| Best for | late afternoon, early evening, social settings |
| Flowering time | 63–67 days |
Where Tiramisu Comes From
Tiramisu comes from The Cali Connection, the California seed company, which crossed Wedding Cake with Gelato #45. Leafly and SeedFinder both credit the breeder and list that cross, and European seed shops sell it as part of The Cali Connection’s Gold Line collection. SeedFinder notes it is offered as feminized seed only.
The name has been reused. A grower called The Rare LA sells its own Tiramisu built on Wedding Cake, and there is a separate strain called Tiramisu Teeth. Leafly also lists Tiramisu Cookies as another name. If a menu lists different parents, it may be one of those other cuts.
Tiramisu Effects: What It Feels Like
Leafly reviewers most often tag Tiramisu as uplifted, talkative and euphoric, and Leafly calls the effects energizing overall. Leafly’s description labels it sativa-dominant even though its type field says indica, and seed sellers simply call it a hybrid, so the lean seems to depend on the phenotype.
Readers on Leafly say it works best in the late afternoon or evening, which fits a strain that opens chatty and then mellows out. With THC claims ranging from the mid teens to the high 20s, check the label and start with a modest amount.
Tiramisu Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
The breeder describes soft vanilla and chocolate with creamy hash notes and a smooth, buttery undertone, and says extracts from it are very fragrant. Leafly lists coffee, berry and vanilla as top flavors, with sweet and tropical fruit notes in the description. Together that reads very much like the dessert it is named after.
Leafly lists caryophyllene as the dominant terpene, followed by limonene and humulene. Caryophyllene adds a peppery, roasted warmth, limonene a touch of citrus, and humulene a dry, woody note.
- Beta-caryophyllene: peppery and spicy, also found in black pepper and cloves
- Limonene: bright citrus, also found in lemon and orange peel
- Humulene: woody and hoppy, also found in hops and basil
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 Tiramisu
Leafly reviewers list dry mouth, dry eyes and headaches, and Leafly suggests staying hydrated, especially with larger amounts. Keep water nearby.
With Tiramisu, 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 Tiramisu for Medical Reasons?
Leafly readers most often mention reaching for Tiramisu during depression (20%), pain (20%) and lack of appetite (12%), from a small number of reports. 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.
Growing Tiramisu
- Flowering: 63–67 days
- Yield: 200–280 g/m2 indoors (breeder)
- Environment: Feminized seed; indoor figures from the breeder
According to the breeder’s notes on SeedFinder, Tiramisu flowers in about 63–67 days and yields 200–280 grams per square meter. The breeder calls it a solid, high-yielding plant that clones easily, and suggests topping it so it grows out sideways into a sturdy, bushy shape. SeedFinder lists no recorded phenotypes, which suggests a fairly uniform line.
Home-grow rules depend on the state: adults can grow at home in states such as California (six plants per residence), Michigan (12 per residence) and Oregon (four per household), while Washington and Illinois allow home growing only for registered medical patients. Check your state in our cannabis laws by state guide before you plant anything.
Strains Like Tiramisu
- Wedding Cake: a parent
- Gelato: the family behind Gelato #45
- Ice Cream Cake: another Wedding Cake and Gelato dessert cross
- Gelato Cookies: a similar sweet, creamy hybrid
- Vanilla Bean: a vanilla-forward strain
Browse more hybrid strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
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Where to Buy Tiramisu
Dispensary menus change every week, and Tiramisu 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 Grand Rapids, browse Grand Rapids dispensaries and check the menus at stores like House of Dank Grand Rapids and Cloud Cannabis Company (621 Fulton W St). In Chicago, browse Chicago dispensaries and check the menus at stores like BLOC Dispensary Kedzie and Prairie Cannabis – South Loop. 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.
Tiramisu FAQ
Is Tiramisu indica or sativa?
It is a hybrid. Leafly’s description calls it sativa-dominant while its type field says indica, and seed sellers just call it a hybrid.
Who bred Tiramisu?
The Cali Connection.
What is Tiramisu a cross of?
Wedding Cake crossed with Gelato #45.
How strong is Tiramisu?
Reports range from about 15% THC on Leafly to 28% on seed listings, so check the lab label.
What does Tiramisu taste like?
Vanilla, chocolate and coffee with creamy, buttery notes and some sweet fruit.
How long does Tiramisu take to flower?
About 63–67 days, according to the breeder.
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.
