Refreshing, sweet, and ultra-potent–what’s not to love about mint strains? Find out what gives mint-flavoured cannabis its
refreshing aromas and flavours, as well as which mint strains to add to your strain wish list now.
Mint Strains: A Refreshing Classic
Like Cookies and Cherry, Mint is another term in the cannabis world that’s turning heads. And with very good reason – Mint strains are simply delicious!
Rife with fresh mint aromas and flavours that often come accompanied by notes of desserts, fruit, or gas, mint cannabis makes for a refreshing and full-bodied smoking experience. Plus, mint strains also deliver potent effects that can be uplifting, relaxing, or both.
Whether you’re new to minty weed or a connoisseur, you’re in for a much-deserved treat – below we’ve curated a list of the best mint cannabis strains out there. Plus, you’ll also learn what gives these strains their minty profile. Which one will be next on your shopping list?
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What makes weed strains smell like mint?
Mint cannabis strains stand out, you guessed it, for their fresh mint aromas and flavours, which they owe to a unique mix of terpenes.
Of course, the type and amount of terpenes in cannabis can vary greatly from one strain to another (and even across different batches of the same strain!). However, some cannabis terpenes known to contribute mint-like aromas and flavours to cannabis include:
All of these compounds are fairly common in modern cannabis cultivars, and you’ll find them to be the main constituents in the mint strains listed in this article (alongside myrcene and caryophyllene, which have musky-earth and peppery aromas, respectively).
The main terpenes in mint leaves, on the other hand, are menthol, menthone, and eucalyptol (also known as cineol). While these terpenes can be found in some cannabis strains, they are rare.
The top 3 best mint strains
1. Thin Mint (aka Thin Mint GSC or Thin Mint Cookies)
Breeder: Cookies
Genetics: GSC (F1 Durb x OG Kush)
A unique phenotype of the almighty GSC, Thin Mint is undoubtedly the most sought-after mint strain on the planet. Like the original GSC, it has a sweet, slightly earthy aromatic base reminiscent of freshly baked cookies. What sets Thin Mint apart, however, is her refreshing mint overtones – break into a stash of Thin Mint buds, close your eyes, and you’ll feel as if you just unboxed a fresh batch of after-dinner mints.
Thanks to her mix of Durban and OG Kush genetics, Thin Mint delivers a stress-free buzz that couples a tingly physical effect with a gentle mental lift.
While we don’t stock Thin Mint, we do offer our own unique take on Girl Scout Cookies seeds – make sure to check them out if you’re a fan of Cookie strains!
2. Kush Mints (aka Kush Mintz)
Breeder: Seed Junky Genetics
Genetics: Animal Mints x Bubba Kush
Kush Mints is another must-have for any fan of fresh mint aromas. Bred from Animal Mints and Bubba Kush, this iconic Kush hybrid was created by famed Cali breeder J Beezy – founder of Seed Junky Genetics. Kush Mints is loved for its full-bodied earthy, minty, and piney aroma and heavy-handed physical stone – ideal for a relaxing night on the couch and promoting deep sleep after a long day.
3. Animal Mints (aka Animal Mintz)
Breeder: Seed Junky Genetics
Genetics: Animal Cookies x SinMint Cookies
Animal Mints is another beloved hybrid from the Seed Junky Genetics locker. Stemming from Animal Cookies and SinMint Cookies (an iconic cross of GSC and Blue Power created by Sin City Seeds), Animal Mints packs fruity mint aromas and can produce over 30% THC!
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Sensi Seeds mint strains – A fresh batch of mint flavours you can grow at home!
The strains we mentioned above are delicious, but there’s just one problem: you’ll have a hard time securing them for your home garden, as the breeders behind them keep a tight lock on their genetics. That’s where we come in – at Sensi Seeds, we’re proud to stock these select mint strains for growers chasing fresh mint aromas and flavours.
Thin Mint Kiwi
Created in collaboration with Sherbinskis (the creator of Sunset Sherbet and Gelato), Thin Mint Kiwi Auto combines mouthwatering terpenes and top-tier potency from the original Thin Mint GSC and Sour Chem. Grow her at home in weeks and enjoy a frosty harvest; sweet fruit, diesel, and mint terps, and uplifting effects that are perfect for daytime use!
Amnesia Jelly
Another collaboration strain from Sensi Seeds and Humboldt Seed Company, Amnesia Jelly Auto descends from Mint Jelly Auto x Sensi Amnesia XXL. If you love classic Amnesia weed, this strain delivers the uplifting effects and zesty terps this coffeeshop favourite is known for, but with a funky floral twist!
Sauvignon Blanc
Need more boutique minty terps? In 2025, Sensi Seeds dropped Sauvignon Blanc Auto, a unique cross of Thin Mint x Frosted Zinn. Ready in weeks, this stocky auto delivers great harvests of frost-covered buds with a unique bouquet of juicy white grapes, sweet mint, earth, and berries – reminiscent of the nose of a quality bottle of white wine. Her effect is perfectly on par, delivering an initial burst of creativity followed by a soothing body buzz. Enjoy this grapey hybrid now with these autoflowering seeds.
Other honourable minty mentions
There’s no shortage of mint strains out there. Besides our top picks above, some other honourable mentions to consider trying include:
- Triangle Mints (Triangle Kush x Animal Mints) – Triangle Mints #23 is the famous Wedding Cake from Seed Junky. Check out our unique version of this Cali favourite with Wedding Cheesecake feminized seeds here.
- Gelato Mints (Animal Mints x Gelato)
- Mint Chocolate Chip (SinMint Cookies x Green Ribbon)
- Peppermint Cookies (a GSC phenotype)
- SinMint Cookies (GSC x Blue Power)
- Chocolate Mint OG (Emerald OG x Grandaddy Purple)
- Gush Mints (Kush Mints x F1 Durb x Gushers)
- Mint Cake (Wedding Cake x Animal Mints)
- Garlic Mints (Animal Mints x GMO)
Ready to refresh with delicious minty aromas and flavours? Let us know in the comments which mint strain is your favourite, and remember to try out Sensi Seeds’ unique line of mint strains for even more variety!
- Disclaimer:Laws and regulations regarding cannabis cultivation differ from country to country. Sensi Seeds therefore strongly advises you to check your local laws and regulations. Do not act in conflict with the law.
