Red Velvet

Red Velvet is a sweet strain bred and commercialized by some of the biggest names in modern cannabis. It boasts a rich dessert aroma with subtle floral and fruity hints as well as balanced effects that elevate the mind while relaxing the body. Some users love this strain as a daytime smoke, while others prefer settling into its relaxing effects in the afternoon or evening. Keep reading to learn more about Red Velvet's history, origins, and more. History of the Red Velvet Strain Red Velvet was created by Grandiflora Genetics, a cannabis brand founded in Oakland by Mark McCafferty, and commercialized through a collaboration with Cookies. While McCafferty officially founded Grandiflora in 2008, his background as a breeder and cultivator goes back much further. Today, McCafferty is known for producing unique cannabis crosses from a variety of strains, and for his elaborate pheno hunts. After launching Grandiflora, McCafferty teamed up with rapper Prada Mack who, as a brand ambassador, helped to promote the Grandiflora brand and its strains. For a long time, McCafferty would launch his latest strain creations directly via Instagram—an act that eventually won him the attention of Cookies founder, Berner. In 2018, Berner visited McCafferty at the Grandiflora facility in Oakland. In 2019, Cookies and Grandiflora officially announced their partnership. Some of the most famous strains created by McCafferty and Grandiflora Genetics include: • E85 • Wild Thornberries • Grandi Candy • Doggystyle • Melonatta • Project 4516 • Hectane Genetic Lineage of Red Velvet Red Velvet is a well-balanced strain with a fairly equal split of indica and sativa genetics. However, there is some debate over its exact genetic origins—some believe Red Velvet is the result of Lemon Cherry Gelato x Pina Acai, while other sources suggest it is the result of a three-way cross between GSC, Thin Mint Cookies, and Pinkman. Below we'll explore Red Velvet's potential parent strains in a bit more detail. Lemon