What is the main difference between Cookies and Cream and Durban Poison?

Cookies and Cream is a Hybrid strain (60% Indica / 40% Sativa) with THC levels of 24–28%, while Durban Poison is a Sativa strain (0% Indica / 100% Sativa) with THC levels of 22–26%.

Which strain has higher THC — Cookies and Cream or Durban Poison?

Cookies and Cream has higher THC at 24–28%, compared to Durban Poison at 22–26%.

Is Cookies and Cream or Durban Poison easier to grow?

Cookies and Cream has easy growing difficulty with a 8-9-week flowering period, while Durban Poison has moderate difficulty with a 8-9-week flowering period. Cookies and Cream is a great choice for beginners.

What effects does Cookies and Cream have compared to Durban Poison?

Cookies and Cream produces relaxing, happy, giggly, creative, euphoric effects, ideal for evening use. Durban Poison produces focused, energetic, uplifting, creative, euphoric effects, best for morning use.

What terpenes are in Cookies and Cream and Durban Poison?

Cookies and Cream features Caryophyllene, giving it nutty, sweet, vanilla flavors. Durban Poison features Terpinolene, with citrus, herbal, pine flavors.

Which medical conditions can Cookies and Cream and Durban Poison help with?

Cookies and Cream may help with add/adhd, chronic pain, depression, fibromyalgia, gastrointestinal disorder, insomnia, loss of appetite, muscle spasms, nausea, ptsd, stress, anxiety. Durban Poison may help with add/adhd, anxiety, bipolar disorder, chronic pain, depression, fatigue, headaches, migraines, nausea, stress. Consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.

Strain Encyclopedia

Cookies and Cream

Hybrid — THC 28%

Durban Poison

Sativa — THC 26%

Potency, effects, terpenes, flavors, growing difficulty, and medical uses — compared side by side.

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Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

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Potency

Cookies and Cream

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Medical

Tie

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Growing

Cookies and Cream

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Flavor

Durban Poison

Strain Profile Comparison

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Cookies and Cream

Durban Poison

Effect Matchup

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Cookies and Cream

Effect

Durban Poison

68%

Creative

68%

88%

Happy

46%

53%

Uplifting

77%

60%

Euphoric

60%

100%

Relaxing

77%

Giggly

46%

Sedative

Focused

100%

Energetic

88%

Focus

53%

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Cookies and Cream — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelVery Strong

Durban Poison — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelStrong

Starfighter x Girl Scout CookiesCookies and Cream

Indica 60%Sativa 40%

South African LandraceDurban Poison

Indica 0%Sativa 100%

Side-by-Side Specs

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Cookies and Cream

Profile Comparison

Shared (4)

HappyCreativeEuphoricUplifting

Only Cookies and Cream (3)

RelaxingGigglySedative

Only Durban Poison (3)

FocusedEnergeticFocus

Possible Side Effects

Shared

AnxiousDry mouthDry eyes

Growing Guide Comparison

Cookies and Cream

DifficultyEasy

Flowering8-9 weeks

Indoor Yield500g/m² (1.6oz/ft²)

Outdoor Yield500g/plant (17.6oz/plant)

Indoor HeightMedium

Outdoor HeightTall

Plant StructureBushy

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

ResistanceGeneral

Durban Poison

DifficultyModerate

Flowering8-9 weeks

Indoor YieldMedium

Outdoor YieldMedium

Indoor HeightMedium

Outdoor Height200–300cm (79–118in)

Plant StructureTall and Stretchy

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

ResistancePests

About These Strains

Cookies and Cream

Hybrid 60/40 — THC 24–28%

Cookies and Cream is an evenly balanced hybrid (60% indica/40% sativa) strain created through a cross of Starfighter X Unknown Girl Scout Cookies phenotype. This tasty bud took 1st Place for Best Hybrid in the 2014 Denver Cannabis Cup for its insanely delicious flavor and powerhouse hybrid effects.

The Cookies and Cream flavor is very much like the name suggests, with tastes of sweet vanilla and nutty earth topped with creamy butter.

Durban Poison

Sativa 0/100 — THC 22–26% — CBD 1–1%

Expect a major blow to the head from this super-potent strain. A pure sativa, Durban Poison is the beloved inbred descendant of a sativa strain grown in South Africa.

Ed Rosenthal, an American cannabis activist, discovered the original strain and brought in back to the United States in the 1970s.

Which One Is Right for You?

Cookies and Cream and Durban Poison are both excellent strains with distinct characteristics. Cookies and Cream is a Hybrid with 24–28% THC, while Durban Poison is a Sativa with 22–26% THC. Your choice depends on your preference for effects, growing difficulty, and intended use.

Choose Cookies and Cream

Choose Cookies and Cream if you want easier growing. Cookies and Cream is an evenly balanced hybrid (60% indica/40% sativa) strain created through a cross of Starfighter X Unknown Girl Scout Cookies phenotype.

Choose Durban Poison

Durban Poison is a solid sativa with focused, energetic, uplifting effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cookies and Cream vs Durban Poison

Medical Disclaimer

The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Cannabis affects everyone differently. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before using cannabis for any medical condition. Effects, potency, and medical benefits may vary. Do not use cannabis if pregnant, nursing, or under the legal age in your jurisdiction.

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