Italian Ice was created by crossing Gelato 45 with Forbidden Fruit. It is a hybrid strain that leans towards the indica end of it's genetics. Italian Ice is known for its extremely high THC content testing between 25-29%.
Italian ice has a very sweet, earthy with strong fruity berry notes and a strong gas flavor that adds to its complexity. The flavor is rounded out by a strong earthy and berry flavors. This complexness comes from a blend of terpenes like caryophyllene and linalool.
Italian Ice comes on strong with a well balanced euphoric burst of energy. This buzz settles into a deep sense of relaxation and peace that lasts for a long while. This body buzz can be helpful in alleviating stress, anxiety or chronic pain. The intense cerebral high can make relaxing to music or movies rather enjoyable.
Many report feeling extremely high, spacey and sleepy. This makes makes Italian ice a great afternoon or night time strain. Beginners should use caution as this high THC strain packs a powerful punch, a new smoker could easily smoke too much and feel a little paranoid.