Ice Cream Cake Strain Review (7ACRES)

For this cannabis strain review, I tried out some Ice Cream Cake made by 7ACRES. I enjoyed their Jean-Guy and Jack Haze in the past, so I was curious to try a new cultivar from them.

This indica-dominant hybrid was labeled high in THC with very little CBD. Exact numbers vary by grower and batch, so check your package's lab label.

Below is an in-depth breakdown of this phenotype.

• Lineage: Not confirmed on an official breeder page
• Type: Indica-dominant
• Potency: High THC, low CBD; exact numbers vary by grower and batch
• Terpene Profile: Limonene, caryophyllene, nerolidol and linalool were listed for this batch; profiles vary by grower and batch
• Packaging Details: Packaged on 02/19/2021 and tested/reviewed on 03/20/2021, exactly 29 days after. Lot# 0172
• Pricing Details: Purchased 3.5 grams for $39.90 at the SQDC in Montreal, Quebec ($11.40/gram) at the time of review

Appearance: 3/5

I really wanted to give this a higher score, but the dryness held it back. The moisture read 36% RH, which is too low.

Before anything else, I dropped a Boveda pack in the jar for 24 hours and brought the moisture back up to 56%.

There were six nugs: three large and three medium. They looked photoshoot-ready, with shiny trichomes over shades of green, purple and navy and a few bright orange pistils.

The scale showed 3.55 grams, which is always a plus.

Aroma: 3.5/5

Ice Cream Cake review

The aroma was strong, even though the flower was too dry for my liking. It gave off sweet vanilla with notes of sweet lemon and a little baked dough.

It was more muted when I first removed the seal and came through more after rehydrating. The humidity pouch did not strip the aroma, as it sometimes does.

Flavor: 2.5/5

I didn't expect to taste actual cake, but the flavor was more muted than I hoped. Mostly, it just tasted like weed.

What I did enjoy was the smoothness. The joint had just a little bite, which I like, without any harsh coughing.

Effects: 3.5/5

This is where Ice Cream Cake takes the cake. By the fifth toke, I felt relaxed and calm without a foggy head.

I didn't feel like doing anything that took a lot of energy, but I felt creative.

I didn't feel lazy until the effects started wearing off. Then I got very drowsy after about 90 minutes, all four times I smoked it.

That was the part I didn't like. Effects vary from person to person, and NIDA notes that strong products and little experience make anxiety or panic more likely.

Read Also: Biscotti Cake Strain

Overall: 3/5

Ice Cream Cake

I found this to be a solid offering from 7ACRES. In my opinion, Jack Haze and Jean-Guy are still their top two, but this Ice Cream Cake was above average. It would be great if it didn't come in so dry.

With better moisture, the score would have been higher. It's worth trying.

This review covers a legal Canadian product bought in Quebec, where the minimum age is 21. Ages and rules differ by province. In the US, adult-use cannabis remains federally illegal, and state laws differ.

Alternatives

• Macaron: If you’re looking for a strain with a more pronounced flavor profile, Macaron might be worth trying. It offers a sweet and nutty taste, reminiscent of the popular French dessert.
• Pink Cookies: For those seeking a strain with a similar flavor profile to Ice Cream Cake, Pink Cookies could be a suitable choice. It shares some characteristics like sweet vanilla and baked notes.
• Biscotti: Biscotti Cake, another dessert-named strain, has a sweet, doughy and slightly spicy taste.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ice Cream Cake a Sativa or Indica strain?

Ice Cream Cake is sold as an indica-dominant hybrid.

How does Ice Cream Cake taste and smell?

This batch smelled sweet and creamy, with vanilla, baked dough and a hint of lemon.

How strong is Ice Cream Cake?

Ice Cream Cake is sold as a high-THC strain, but exact numbers vary by grower and batch. Check the lab label on your package and start small.

Sources

• Cannabis (Marijuana), National Institute on Drug Abuse
• Cannabis in the provinces and territories, Health Canada
• Rescheduling of FDA-Approved Products Containing Marijuana From Schedule I to Schedule III, Federal Register