About Bubble Gum
Bubble Gum was bred in the Netherlands in the early 1990s from American genetics (originally from Indiana, USA). The strain's defining feature is its unmistakable sweet bubble gum aroma and flavor — a sugary, fruity sweetness that was completely revolutionary at a time when most strains tasted earthy, piney, or skunky. The buds are dense and resinous with a light green appearance. Bubble Gum's effects are well-balanced: a cheerful, social head high combined with mellow body relaxation. It won the High Times Cannabis Cup in 1994 and again in 1995, cementing its place in cannabis history as the strain that proved flavor mattered as much as potency.
Flavor Profile
History
Bubble Gum was brought from Indiana to the Netherlands by a breeder who had acquired the seeds in the US. The strain was further refined in the Netherlands and released by Serious Seeds, who made it their flagship strain. Bubble Gum won the High Times Cannabis Cup in 1994 and 1995 — a remarkable achievement that signaled a shift in the cannabis market toward flavor-forward strains. The success of Bubble Gum demonstrated the commercial potential of dessert/sweet profiles, paving the way for the later explosion of strains like Girl Scout Cookies, Zkittlez, and the entire dessert cannabis category. Serious Seeds' Bubble Gum remains the definitive version.
Notable breeders: Serious Seeds (Simon), Indiana original breeders
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Genetic Background
Multiple hybrid crosses stabilized for sweet flavor profile
Genetic Families
Bubble Gum is part of the following genetic families:
Known Offspring
Strains that descend from Bubble Gum:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the genetics of Bubble Gum?
Bubble Gum has a genetic lineage of Unknown American genetics (Indiana) — believed to be a hybrid of Big Skunk and Northern Lights. Multiple hybrid crosses stabilized for sweet flavor profile
What is the THC content of Bubble Gum?
Bubble Gum typically tests at 17-22% THC with Low CBD.
What does Bubble Gum smell and taste like?
Bubble Gum has a Sweet bubble gum, strawberry, fruity, floral aroma profile, with flavors described as Sweet bubble gum, berries, fruit, floral.
What are the effects of Bubble Gum?
Users report Euphoric, uplifting, creative, social, relaxing. As an indica-dominant strain, it is known for relaxing body effects.
How long does Bubble Gum take to flower?
Bubble Gum has a flowering time of approximately 8-10 weeks. Plants grow to a medium height.
What is the history of Bubble Gum?
Bubble Gum was brought from Indiana to the Netherlands by a breeder who had acquired the seeds in the US. The strain was further refined in the Netherlands and released by Serious Seeds, who made it their flagship strain. Bubble Gum won the High Times Cannabis Cup in 1994 and 1995 — a remarkable achievement that signaled a shift in the cannabis market toward flavor-forward strains. The success of Bubble Gum demonstrated the commercial potential of dessert/sweet profiles, paving the way for the later explosion of strains like Girl Scout Cookies, Zkittlez, and the entire dessert cannabis category. Serious Seeds' Bubble Gum remains the definitive version.
Medical Applications
Bubble Gum is commonly associated with: