Pablo's Revenge
Breeder: Tiki Madman
Pablo's Revenge is a dessert-gas indica that marries Seed Junky's Animal Mints with the creamy sweetness and vivid coloration of Sherb Cake. It gained national prominence after earning 2nd place Indoor Flower at the 2022 Emerald Cup. Dense, rock-hard buds blanketed in trichomes display deep purples and sunset coloring with a floral gas over sweet mint terpene profile. Pablo's Revenge has gained cult status among solventless processors and bag-appeal-focused cultivators. The strain's dense trichome coverage, high calyx-to-leaf ratio, and dessert-gas terpene profile make it a dual-purpose cultivar excelling as both premium flower and extraction input. Two recurring phenotypes — a Mints-leaning gas expression and a Sherb-leaning fruit-cream expression — give pheno-hunters meaningful variation to select from, while the F2 seed line from Tiki Madman offers improved stability for commercial runs. THC testing consistently ranges 23–32% depending on phenotype and growing conditions, with total terpene content of 1.5–3.5% (15–35 mg/g) in well-grown, properly cured material. Dominant terpenes include limonene, beta-caryophyllene, myrcene, and linalool, producing a complex profile of creamy mint, cake frosting, aged cheese, and high-octane fuel.
Lineage & Genetics
Cross: Animal Mints x Sherb Cake
Animal Mints (Seed Junky Genetics) crosses Animal Cookies (GSC x Fire OG) with SinMint Cookies, contributing pungent sweet cookie dough and sharp mint. Sherb Cake (Sunset Sherbet x Wedding Cake) adds dessert sweetness, vivid coloration, and high calyx-to-leaf ratio.
Terpene Profile
Caryophyllene — Spicy, peppery gas backbone; 0.6–1.0%
Limonene — Bright citrus lift with lemon-orange sweetness; 0.3–0.6%
Linalool — Floral lavender contributing the signature floral gas nose
Myrcene — Earthy depth providing sedative deepening; 0.2–0.5%
Aroma: Sweet peppermint layered over gassy diesel with floral top-notes and creamy cookie-dough undertones.
Flavor: Smooth and creamy mint-cake frosting inhale with high-octane fuel. Peppery spice exhale with cool peppermint finish.
Effects & Experience
Onset: Cerebral euphoria within 2–5 minutes with uplifted mood and mental clarity.
Warm body relaxation builds steadily over 15–30 minutes into deep physical calm. Grounding anti-inflammatory sensation with gentle cerebral bliss and notable appetite stimulation.
Duration: 2–3 hours with deepening sedation
Commonly Reported Uses
Grower's Notes
Pablo's Revenge is a squat, thick-stemmed indica-dominant hybrid (70/30) bred by Tiki Madman from Animal Mints and Sherb Cake. The plant exhibits tight internodal spacing and a compact, manageable architecture that makes it well-suited to indoor tiered grows, light-dep greenhouses, and tent setups where vertical space is limited.
Growth Structure and Training
During the transition to flower, expect approximately 1.5× to 2× stretch — she doubles in size but remains controllable with standard canopy management. Structure is strong and branchy with thick main stems, though heavy colas will need support by week five or six. Double-layer trellising or bamboo stakes are recommended to prevent cola flop in late bloom. The high calyx-to-leaf ratio means less trim waste and cleaner jar presentation.
Flowering Time and Harvest
Flowering runs 56–63 days (8–9 weeks) indoors. Two main phenotype expressions recur: a Mints-leaning cut with icier menthol, stronger gas, and rock-hard spear-shaped colas, and a Sherb-leaning expression with pastel fruit, vanilla cream, and vivid purples. Both produce heavy frosting of bulbous, well-formed trichome heads suitable for solventless extraction.
Yield
Yield is medium-heavy — expect 1.6–2.0 lbs per light under high-PPFD LED, or roughly 400 g/m² indoors. Outdoor plants finish early to mid-October and can produce up to 600 g/plant in Mediterranean climates.
Nutrient Management
For nutrients, feed at moderate EC with steady calcium and magnesium support throughout the cycle. The strain can show calcium demand, particularly in coco or rockwool. Standard NPK ratios work well — heavier nitrogen in veg transitioning to phosphorus and potassium dominance in flower. Maintain pH at 5.8–6.2 in coco/hydro or 6.0–6.8 in soil.
Growing Media
Pablo's Revenge thrives in coco, rockwool, or living soil. In coco, high-frequency fertigation (3–8 events daily) with 10–20% runoff prevents salt buildup. The strain performs well in indoor environments at 70–80°F daytime with cooler nights (60–65°F) in late flower to express purple and violet hues and intensify minty terpene production. Target 800–1000 µmol/m²/s PPFD during flower under LED.
Bud Structure and Trichomes
Bud structure is dense, round, and stacked with trichomes — vibrant green with copper-touched accents and fiery orange-to-red pistils. Under magnification, capitate-stalked trichomes appear bulbous with medium-to-long stalks and uniform coverage across the canopy. The resin has a slightly oily sheen that hashmakers associate with favorable press yields.
Pest and Disease Resistance
For pest and disease management, note that some cuts show powdery mildew sensitivity. Strategic defoliation around weeks three and six of flower keeps humidity in check around the dense colas. Maintain RH below 50% in late flower and ensure robust airflow — tight bud structure creates microclimates that can encourage botrytis if conditions drift. Beneficial microbes introduced early help suppress fungal pathogens.
Wash data is impressive
fresh-frozen yields of 4.5–5.0% by fresh weight with rosin return of 22–24% from dry-cured material. Press at 115°F for jam texture or 120°F for batter. The 90–120 micron fractions capture the best balance of fruit and fuel flavors. Solvent-based concentrates land 70–85% THCa with robust terp fractions.
Drying and Curing
For drying and curing, a slow 10–14 day hang dry at 60–65°F and 55–65% RH preserves the delicate monoterpenes (limonene, ocimene) that define the bright top notes. Warm or fast drying strips these volatiles, leaving only hash and diesel. Target final moisture content of 10–12% and water activity between 0.55–0.62. Cure in sealed jars with regular burping for 2–4 weeks minimum. Growers targeting fruit-forward jars pull a few days earlier (mostly cloudy trichomes); those wanting deeper gas-heavy profiles allow 10–15% amber before chop.
History & Origin
Developed by Tiki Madman by crossing two Seed Junky masterworks. Rose to national prominence when Panacea's indoor entry took 2nd at the 2022 Emerald Cup, between Fig Farms' Animal Face and Blue Face.
Awards & Recognition
- ●2nd Place Indoor Flower — 18th Annual Emerald Cup 2022 (Panacea)
- ●Winner — 2022 Oregon Bowl Cup (Real Eve Farm)
Frequently Asked Questions
6 common questions about Pablo's Revenge
What is Pablo's Revenge and what are its genetics?
Pablo's Revenge is a indica cannabis strain (70% Indica / 30% Sativa) bred by Tiki Madman. It is a cross of Animal Mints x Sherb Cake, testing at 26–32%+ THC. Pablo's Revenge is a dessert-gas indica that marries Seed Junky's Animal Mints with the creamy sweetness and vivid coloration of Sherb Cake. It gained national prominence after earning 2nd place Indoor Flower at the 2022 Emerald Cup.
What does Pablo's Revenge smell and taste like?
Pablo's Revenge's dominant terpenes are Caryophyllene, Limonene. The aroma is described as sweet peppermint layered over gassy diesel with floral top-notes and creamy cookie-dough undertones.. The flavor profile features smooth and creamy mint-cake frosting inhale with high-octane fuel. peppery spice exhale with cool peppermint finish..
What are the effects of Pablo's Revenge?
Cerebral euphoria within 2–5 minutes with uplifted mood and mental clarity. Warm body relaxation builds steadily over 15–30 minutes into deep physical calm. Grounding anti-inflammatory sensation with gentle cerebral bliss and notable appetite stimulation.. Duration is typically 2–3 hours with deepening sedation. Commonly reported uses include Chronic pain, Stress relief, Insomnia, Appetite stimulation.
How hard is Pablo's Revenge to grow?
Pablo's Revenge is rated easy to moderate difficulty. It flowers in 8-9 weeks, reaches medium (3-4 ft indoor) in height, and yields 400 g/m² indoors. Best suited for indoor, light dep, mediterranean outdoor environments.
What are the parent strains of Pablo's Revenge?
Pablo's Revenge is a cross of Animal Mints and Sherb Cake. Animal Mints (Seed Junky Genetics) crosses Animal Cookies (GSC x Fire OG) with SinMint Cookies, contributing pungent sweet cookie dough and sharp mint. Sherb Cake (Sunset Sherbet x Wedding Cake) adds dessert sweetness, vivid coloration, and high calyx-to-leaf ratio..
Has Pablo's Revenge won any cannabis awards?
Yes. Pablo's Revenge has received recognition including 2nd Place Indoor Flower — 18th Annual Emerald Cup 2022 (Panacea); Winner — 2022 Oregon Bowl Cup (Real Eve Farm).
Sources & References (28)
- Prime Cuts Nursery — Clone listing: https://www.primecutsnursery.com/pablos-revenge-tiki-madman-cannabis-strain
- Tiki Madman (official): https://tikimadman.com/product/pablos-revenge/
- Tiki Seeds (seed catalog): https://tikiseeds.com/
- Attitude Seed Bank USA — Feminized seeds: https://www.attitudeseedbankusa.com/tiki-madman-seeds-pablos-revenge/prod_2507
- North Atlantic Seed Co. — Feminized seeds: https://www.northatlanticseed.com/product/pablos-revenge-f/
- Get Seeds Right Here — Clone grow guide: https://www.getseedsrighthere.com/product/pablos-revenge-clone/
- SeedFinder.eu — Sherb Cake genealogy: https://seedfinder.eu/en/strain-info/sherb-cake/seed-junky-genetics
- SeedFinder.eu — Animal Mints info: https://seedfinder.eu/en/strain-info/animal-mints/seed-junky-genetics
- Emerald Cup 2022 results: https://cannabiscupwinners.com/blog/2022/05/20/emerald-cup-awards-2022/
- Cheechable — "TRABADO" strain review (Real Eve Farm): https://www.cheechable.com/future/2023/5/11/trabado-strain-review-of-pablos-revengenbsp
- Hemp Hop — Lab-tested flower review (THCa 26.61%): https://hemphop.co/blogs/news/pablos-revenge-strain-review
- MMJ.com — Terpene/effects data: https://www.mmj.com/learn/strains/pablos-revenge/
- Verano — Strain guide: https://verano.com/learn/strain-guide/pablos-revenge/
- JointCommerce — Comprehensive cultivation guide: https://app.jointcommerce.com/blog/category/cannabis-101/pablos-revenge-strain-a-comprehensive-strain-guide-1/
- GrowDiaries — Tiki Madman breeder profile: https://growdiaries.com/seedbank/tiki-madman
- Greenpoint Seeds — Tiki Madman breeder article: https://greenpointseeds.com/cannabis-seed-traits/tiki-madman-seeds/
- GrowGuide.app — Animal Mints grow guide: https://growguide.app/blog/animal-mints-strain-grow-guide-for-dense-resinous-yields/
- Grower's Notes cultivation sources:
- https://www.windycitycannabis.com/blog/pablo-revenge-strain/
- https://seedsherenow.com/pablos-revenge-strain-review/
- https://www.mmj.com/learn/strains/pablos-revenge/
- https://rareharvest.net/blogs/strain-library/pablos-revenge
- https://www.sunwestgenetics.com/pablos-revenge-strain-feminized-marijuana-seeds/
- https://420bigbud.com/pablo-revenge-strain-review-taste-effects-and-growing-tips/
- https://app.jointcommerce.com/blog/category/cannabis-101/pablo-revenge-strain-a-comprehensive-strain-guide/
- https://mgmagazine.com/press-releases/these-18th-annual-emerald-cup-award-winners-will-shape-tastes-for-years-to-come/
- https://www.laweekly.com/the-emerald-cup-takes-over-hollywood/
- https://mgmagazine.com/culture-lifestyle/events-experiences/18th-annual-emerald-cup-awards-show-photo-gallery/
Want to Grow Pablo's Revenge?
Check our genetics menu for available clones or call us to discuss your growing needs.