- Melonade is a hybrid Hybrid (Sativa-dominant 70/30) strain originating from USA, dating back to 2021.
- Lab tests place its THC content at approximately 24-29%.
- Its lineage runs through Watermelon Zkittlez x Lemon Tree, making it a key reference point for breeders.
- 3 documented strains descend from Melonade, including modern market favourites.
- Dominant terpenes: Terpinolene, Limonene, Caryophyllene — driving its signature aroma and effects.
About Melonade
Melonade is an award-winning modern California sativa-dominant exotic created by Midwest Best and brought to global prominence by Alien Labs. Crossing Dying Breed's Watermelon Zkittlez with the pungent Lemon Tree cut, Melonade delivers an unforgettable terpene experience. The buds are vibrant lime green with splashes of purple, completely frosted in glistening trichomes with bright tangerine hairs. The fragrance is an explosive rush of sweet watermelon candy, tart Meyer lemon zest, sweet floral sugar, and subtle earthy pine. Inhaling delivers a smooth, mouth-watering smoke that sparks an immediate, joyful cerebral euphoria, elevating mood and fueling creative projects.
Flavor Profile
The Story & Lineage Origin
🏆 1. 2018 Emerald Cup Champion
Bred by Midwest Best and cultivated to perfection by Alien Labs in Northern California, Melonade shocked the cannabis world by winning 1st Place in the competitive Sativa category at the prestigious 2018 Emerald Cup.
🍉 2. Candied Watermelon & Tart Lemon Terpenes
Melonade captured a rare sensory harmony: the mouth-watering sweet fruit punch of Watermelon Zkittlez balanced by the sour, lip-smacking lemon fuel of Lemon Tree.
🎨 Daytime Creative Euphoria: Renowned for delivering a clear, functional, and socially stimulating high, Melonade quickly became an essential parent in modern candy-gas breeding lines.
Seeds & Availability
Melonade was bred by Midwest Best (Original Breeder), Alien Labs (Curator & Premier Cultivator). Official seed packs from the breeder and authorized retailers sell out fast and are frequently counterfeited — verify pack authenticity (breeder logo, batch codes) before buying, and expect phenotype variation between packs.
Genetic Background
Watermelon Zkittlez (Watermelon Zum Zum x OG Eddy Lepp by Dying Breed Seeds) crossed with Lemon Tree (Lemon Skunk x Sour Diesel)
Phenotypes & Cultivars
Melonade is available in the following phenotypes and cultivars:
Awards & Recognition
Melonade has earned the following recognition:
Terpene Profile
Melonade is dominated by Terpinolene, Limonene, Caryophyllene, along with 1 other minor terpenes. These compounds shape the strain's aroma, flavor, and reported effects.
Known Offspring
Strains that descend from Melonade:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the THC percentage of Melonade?
Melonade typically tests at 24-29% THC content in lab results, though actual potency varies by phenotype, growing conditions, and harvest. As a sativa-leaning strain, the THC delivers an uplifting cerebral experience.
Is Melonade a sativa or indica?
Melonade is a sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain (Hybrid (Sativa-dominant 70/30)). Bred from Watermelon Zkittlez x Lemon Tree, its effects lean toward an uplifting, cerebral sativa experience. Users report: Uplifted, euphoric, creative, focused, energetic.
Melonade strain review — what to expect
Melonade is known for Uplifted, euphoric, creative, focused, energetic. Watermelon Zkittlez × Lemon Tree. Bred by Midwest Best and popularized by Alien Labs, Melonade won 1st Place at the 2018 Emerald Cup for its explosive citrus-watermelon candy terps. The aroma profile features lemon, watermelon, citrus, sugar, floral. Dominant terpenes: Terpinolene, Limonene, Caryophyllene.
What is Melonade crossed from?
Melonade was bred from Watermelon Zkittlez x Lemon Tree. Detailed ancestry: Watermelon Zkittlez (Watermelon Zum Zum x OG Eddy Lepp by Dying Breed Seeds) crossed with Lemon Tree (Lemon Skunk x Sour Diesel). This cross produces the strain's characteristic effects, terpene profile, and growth pattern.
What terpenes are in Melonade?
Melonade is dominated by Terpinolene, Limonene, Caryophyllene, with 1 additional minor terpenes. These aromatic compounds shape the strain's signature flavor, aroma, and contribute to its reported effects through the entourage effect.
How much does Melonade yield and how long does it flower?
Melonade has a flowering time of 8-9 weeks and produces moderate to high (450-520 g/m²) yields. Plants reach medium height, making it a versatile size for most indoor setups.
What is Melonade and where does it come from?
Melonade is a sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain that originates from USA. It belongs to the 2020s era of cannabis genetics. Watermelon Zkittlez × Lemon Tree. Bred by Midwest Best and popularized by Alien Labs, Melonade won 1st Place at the 2018 Emerald Cup for its explosive citrus-watermelon candy terps.
What is the genetic background of Melonade?
Melonade has the following ancestry: Watermelon Zkittlez (Watermelon Zum Zum x OG Eddy Lepp by Dying Breed Seeds) crossed with Lemon Tree (Lemon Skunk x Sour Diesel).
Is Melonade indica or sativa?
Melonade is a sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain. Learn how in indica vs sativa classification differs in our strain guide.
What does Melonade smell and taste like?
Melonade has a Lemon, watermelon, citrus, sugar, floral aroma, with flavors described as Citrus, melon, sweet sugar, floral, tropical. Its dominant terpenes are Terpinolene, Limonene, Caryophyllene.
What are the effects of Melonade?
Users report Uplifted, euphoric, creative, focused, energetic. As a sativa-dominant strain, it leans toward uplifting cerebral effects.
How strong is Melonade? (THC & CBD content)
Melonade typically tests at 24-29% THC with low CBD. Strength always varies by grow and harvest.
Medical Applications
Melonade is commonly associated with: