Grease Monkey is an indica-dominant hybrid from Exotic Genetix, the breeders who have given us such exceptional strains as Kimbo Kush and Starfighter.
The Grease Monkey is a cross between the indica Gorilla Glue and Exotic Genetix's Cookies and Cream hybrid. It imparts a thick, lazy body stone, while providing some subtle mental stimulation. Grease Monkey also has a sweet, musky flavor profile that will be familiar to fans of the family's strains Girl Scout Cookies. Grease Monkey potency was measured between 25% and 30% THC.
Better suited to a lazy day than a productive one, Grease Monkey is appreciated for its misty, mellow properties. It's ideal as a sweet treat to enjoy with your morning coffee or evening dessert.
Appearance, aroma and flavour
Grease Monkey flowers have a characteristic indica appearance, with dense, solid medium-sized buds. The flowers adhere to elongated, conical shapes. The leaves themselves appear pale green and are crossed by dark orange, hairy pistils. Perhaps most impressive of all, sticky white trichomes cling like frost to the inner and outer surfaces of the buds, explaining the trippy effects of this variety and making it very difficult to separate without the help of a good grinder.
Grease Monkey flowers give off a sweet, skunky scent. The influence of Chemdawg and Sour Diesel - through the Gorilla Glue mother strain - is clear in the astringent, fuel-like top notes. On closer inspection, a more complex sweetness becomes evident.
Consumers can perceive aromas of creamy vanilla, as well as a base of yeast and bread. Crushing or opening the flowers yields a hint of spice and pepper, proof of the presence of the plant.’OG Kush in the Girl Scout Cookies mother strain. Grease Monkey gives off a sweet smoke when ignited; it has a distinct vanilla taste with a contrasting petrol flavour. Smokers seeking to remain discreet should beware, as this flower can be particularly pungent.
Effects
The Grease Monkey gently lifts consumers, starting with light pressure on the face, especially around the eyes and temples. Within minutes, it releases a warmth that spreads throughout the body and limbs, pulverizing any lingering muscle tension. At the same time as feeling relaxed, smokers may also notice that their perceptive faculties are also sharpened. External stimuli such as images or sounds can take on a new dynamic. What's more, a cerebral state of mind can set in, taking users from one thought to another. These trippy, reflective effects can lend themselves to fluid conversation or simply daydreaming.
As the high gets longer, the indica side of Grease Monkey takes over, pinning users in place and causing them to engage in more passive activities like watching TV or eating - in fact, Grease Monkey is particularly known for stoking hunger. Although higher doses of the strain can lull users into a deep sleep, in medium quantities it's a good choice for morning or daytime use, providing a good balance of mental and physical effects.
Just as it has many recreational uses, Grease Monkey also has a variety of applications for medical cannabis patients. It can be a balm for mild to moderate symptoms of stress and depression, relieving patients in their daily lives. Its sedative properties can also soothe pain of all kinds, whether temporary or chronic. In addition, its anti-inflammatory effects can prove an effective treatment for everyday discomforts such as nausea.
