Walter White is a hybrid cannabis strain bred by Mephisto Genetics from The White and an unnamed autoflowering sativa, known for heavy trichome production and a citrus-and-cream flavor. Leafly lists it around 22% THC. It is named after the lead character of the TV drama Breaking Bad.
Walter White Strain at a Glance
| Type | Balanced hybrid |
|---|---|
| Lineage | The White × Unknown autoflowering sativa |
| Breeder / origin | Mephisto Genetics |
| THC | 20–24% (typical lab range) |
| CBD | Under 1% |
| Dominant terpenes | Beta-caryophyllene, Limonene, Myrcene |
| Aroma and flavor | citrus, earthy, tobacco, creamy, cream |
| Reported effects | happy, uplifted, energetic |
| Best for | daytime use, stress relief |
| Flowering time | About 75 days |
Where Walter White Comes From
Walter White is a Mephisto Genetics release. According to Mephisto’s description, the breeder was impressed by a very frosty cut of The White and decided to build on its trichome production. They crossed it with an autoflowering sativa that they have not publicly identified, and the result was Walter White, one of the more potent strains in their lineup.
SeedFinder shows the second parent as an unknown ruderalis line and lists a flowering time of about 75 days, which is a longer window than many autos, so check the seed pack if you are growing. Leafly lists White Chem as an offspring.
Walter White Effects: What It Feels Like
Leafly describes the effects as mostly energizing, with readers reporting feeling happy and uplifted. That fits the sativa side of the cross. The White side contributes physical calm, so most people find it balanced rather than racy.
It is strong enough to reward caution. Beginners should take a small amount, and dry eyes, dry mouth and dizziness are the standard complaints.
Walter White Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
The aroma and taste are citrusy, earthy and slightly tobacco-like, with a creamy finish on the exhale. Mephisto’s description also mentions that creamy citrus on the exhale.
Leafly lists caryophyllene as the dominant terpene, with limonene and myrcene next. Limonene fits the citrus, and caryophyllene adds a peppery spice behind it.
- Beta-caryophyllene: peppery and spicy, also found in black pepper and cloves
- Limonene: bright citrus, also found in lemon and orange peel
- Myrcene: earthy, musky and herbal, also found in mango and hops
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 Walter White
Dry mouth, dry eyes and dizziness are the most reported effects. The high potency means a heavy hand can lead to an overwhelming experience. Go slowly.
How strong Walter White feels depends on the batch, your tolerance and how you consume it. Start low, go slow, and read our guide to dosing cannabis.
Do People Use Walter White for Medical Reasons?
Readers most often say they use Walter White for stress, pain and depression. These are anecdotal reports rather than medical advice.
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 Walter White
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Flowering: About 75 days
- Yield: About 90 g per plant (SeedFinder)
- Height: Roughly 90 cm to over 1 m
- Environment: Indoor or outdoor
SeedFinder lists Walter White as a feminized seed with about 75 days of flowering, a yield of roughly 90 g per plant and a height around 90 cm to over a meter. The description suggests it is an autoflowering cross, but SeedFinder does not settle that question, so confirm with the breeder’s pack. Its heavy frost is its calling card.
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 Walter White
- White Widow: another famously frosty white-trichome strain
- White Nightmare: a frosty white-named hybrid
- White Truffle: a related white-named strain with a strong body effect
- White Runtz: a sweet, creamy white-named hybrid
- White Poison: a white-named strain known for potency
Browse more hybrid strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
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Where to Buy Walter White
Dispensary menus change every week, and Walter White 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 Long Beach, browse Long Beach dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Haven Cannabis Marijuana and Weed Dispensary – Lakewood and Off The Charts. In Medford, browse Medford dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Budz Mart and Budz Barn. 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.
Walter White FAQ
Who bred Walter White?
Mephisto Genetics bred it, crossing The White with an autoflowering sativa.
Is Walter White indica or sativa?
It is a hybrid with a mostly energizing effect and some body calm.
How strong is Walter White?
Leafly lists about 22% THC, which it calls above average.
What does Walter White taste like?
Citrus, earth and tobacco, with a creamy exhale.
Is Walter White an autoflower?
Mephisto describes using an autoflowering parent, but SeedFinder does not clearly confirm it, so check the seed pack.
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.
