Hybrid50/5020-28% THC

Zoap

Breeder: DEO Farms

Zoap is a balanced hybrid bred by DEO Farms through six years of selective inbreeding within the Rainbow Sherbet line. Winner of Best Overall at the 2022 Zalympix Championship, it delivers a uniquely soapy-sweet, tropical aroma inspired by Mexican fabric softener mixed with Zkittlez candy genetics. The strain provides fast-onset euphoria with social, giggly effects followed by warm body relaxation. Zoap emerged from Deep East Oakland, where DEO Farms began the project in 2015 with OZ Kush seeds from Dying Breed Seeds (Eddy OG x Z). Two OZ Kush selections became Pink Guava, which was crossed with Sunset Sherbet to start the Rainbow Sherbet line. DEO selected RS#16 and bred her back with a Rainbow Sherbet male; from those 100 offspring, phenotype #21 became Zoap. The name plays on the soapy, clean quality of the terpene profile — a signature mix of limonene-driven citrus brightness, caryophyllene warmth, and linalool's lavender softness that produces an aroma more reminiscent of artisanal soap than any other cultivar on the market. Zoap is a true clone-only strain; access historically came through DEO's limited Clone Drops, which sell out within minutes. THC levels consistently test between 22 and 28 percent, with some batches pushing 30 percent. The balanced 50/50 hybrid genetics deliver a quick-onset euphoria with giggly social energy that transitions into a comfortable body relaxation without heavy sedation. LA grower Wizard Trees collaborated with DEO Farms, selecting the companion RS#11 and RS#54 from the same Rainbow Sherbet line, and the two operations partnered to bring Zoap to competition prominence.

Lineage

Rainbow Sherbet #16 x Rainbow Sherbet

THC Range

20-28%

Flower Time

8-10 weeks

Difficulty

Easy

Lineage & Genetics

Cross: Rainbow Sherbet #16 x Rainbow Sherbet

Rainbow Sherbet (Pink Guava x Sunset Sherbet) contributes candy-sweet terpenes, dense bud structure, and purple coloration. Pink Guava (OZ Kush F2 by DEO Farms, from Eddy OG x Zkittlez) adds tropical fruit aromas, OG depth, and vigorous growth. The Sunset Sherbet side brings GSC and Pink Panties genetics for creamy flavors and resin production.

Terpene Profile

DOMINANT

Myrcene — Earthy, musky base that contributes smooth, relaxing finish and balances stimulating terpenes

DOMINANT

Limonene — Bright citrus character driving initial cerebral stimulation and sweet citrus top notes

DOMINANT

Caryophyllene — Spicy, peppery undertones providing anti-inflammatory properties and earthy/gassy depth

SECONDARY

Linalool — Floral, lavender notes contributing to the signature soapy character and calming effects

SECONDARY

Humulene — Woody, hoppy backbone with potential appetite-suppressant properties

SECONDARY

Pinene — Pine freshness contributing alertness and respiratory benefits

Aroma: Sweet cherries and sour citrus up front, followed by tropical pink guava and floral notes reminiscent of high-end soap or Suavitel fabric softener. Breaking buds open reveals a kushy funk and pungent gassy kush undercurrent beneath the sweetness.

Flavor: Inhale delivers sweet berry, citrus, and tropical fruit with pink guava and rainbow sherbet notes. Mid-palate reveals floral candy and a clean soapy quality. Exhale finishes with earthy cherry and a light gassy note, leaving a lingering powdery, perfumed sweetness.

Effects & Experience

Onset: Very fast — effects felt almost immediately within one to two hits

Instant wave of euphoria and positivity with mental clarity, followed by giggly, social, creative stimulation. Warm body relaxation layers in gradually with gentle tingling sensations. Mildly couch-locking at higher doses but generally not sedating.

Duration: Long-lasting with real staying power, persisting for hours

Commonly Reported Uses

Chronic painStress and anxietyDepressionNausea and appetite lossInsomnia (higher doses)

Grower's Notes

Flower

8-10 weeks

Indoor Yield

300-600 g/m²

Outdoor Yield

400-1,000 g/plant

Difficulty

Easy

Height / Stretch

Medium (3.3-5 ft)

Environment

Warm, Mediterranean-style climate

Training

Responds well to topping, LST, and SCROG. Topping opens the canopy and encourages multiple bud sites. Branch support recommended as dense buds weigh branches down.

Temperature

Flowering daytime 68-77°F, nighttime 63-68°F. Cooler nights help express purple coloration through anthocyanin production.

Humidity

40-50% RH during flowering to reduce mold risk on dense buds. Oscillating fans essential for airflow given dense flower structure.

Feeding

Balanced bloom nutrition during flowering. Well-draining soil rich in organic matter for outdoor grows. Fabric pots recommended for containers.

Harvest Window

Outdoor: first to third week of October. Monitor trichomes with magnification — harvest when transitioning from clear to milky/amber.

Drying & Curing

Slow dry critical to preserve the complex terpene profile. Careful cure essential — Zoap's sweet floral and tropical aromatic complexity is easily lost with a rushed cure.

Pest Resistance

High resistance to pests and diseases reported. Strong branching with thin-fingered leaves typical of a balanced hybrid.

Canopy Management

Produces strong branches with vigorous hybrid growth. Medium height remains manageable indoors. Prolific resin production throughout late flowering.

History & Origin

DEO Farms' Zoap project began in 2015 in Deep East Oakland. Breeder Guero started with OZ Kush seeds from Dying Breed Seeds acquired at the Emerald Cup, selected phenotype #41 (Pink Guava), crossed it with Sunset Sherbet to create Rainbow Sherbet, then inbred through two generations of 100-seed runs to arrive at phenotype #21 — Zoap. The six-year breeding process culminated in mainstream acclaim when DEO Farms and Wizard Trees won Best Overall at the 2022 Zalympix Championship. DEO's first legal retail drop was at The Marathon Collective, the dispensary associated with Nipsey Hussle's family. By 2023, Zoap ranked among the top-selling strains in the US according to Leafly analytics.

Awards & Recognition

●Best Overall — 2022 Zalympix Championship (3rd Edition)
●2nd Place Best Terps — 2022 Zalympix Championship
●2nd Place Best Tasting — 2022 Zalympix Championship
●2nd Place Best Terps — 2021 California Summer Zalympix
●2nd Place Best Tasting — 2021 California Summer Zalympix
●1st Place Hybrid Flower — 2023 Hash Bash Cup, Michigan (A41 Farm)
●Best in Show — 2023 Zalympix East Coast (Gotti, as Zkittlez x Zoap)
●4th Runner-Up — 2024 Leafly Strain of the Year

Notable Crosses

Strains bred using Zoap as a parent:

Apple Banana Zoap— Apples & Bananas x Zoap

Apple Zoap— Apple Fritter x Zoap

Baked Alaska— (LA Kush Cake x E85) x Zoap

Blue Soap— Blue Slushie x Zoap

Bluezy— Zoap x Blueberry Bang Bang

Croissant— Pancakes x Zoap

Rainbow Zoap— Apple Fritter x Zoap

Cherry Zoap Auto— (Cherry Garcia x Zoap) x Ruderalis

Frequently Asked Questions

7 common questions about Zoap

What is Zoap and what are its genetics?

Zoap is a hybrid cannabis strain (50/50) bred by DEO Farms. It is a cross of Rainbow Sherbet #16 x Rainbow Sherbet, testing at 20-28% THC. Zoap is a balanced hybrid bred by DEO Farms through six years of selective inbreeding within the Rainbow Sherbet line. Winner of Best Overall at the 2022 Zalympix Championship, it delivers a uniquely soapy-sweet, tropical aroma inspired by Mexican fabric softener mixed with Zkittlez candy genetics.

What does Zoap smell and taste like?

Zoap's dominant terpenes are Myrcene, Limonene, Caryophyllene. The aroma is described as sweet cherries and sour citrus up front, followed by tropical pink guava and floral notes reminiscent of high-end soap or suavitel fabric softener. breaking buds open reveals a kushy funk and pungent gassy kush undercurrent beneath the sweetness.. The flavor profile features inhale delivers sweet berry, citrus, and tropical fruit with pink guava and rainbow sherbet notes. mid-palate reveals floral candy and a clean soapy quality. exhale finishes with earthy cherry and a light gassy note, leaving a lingering powdery, perfumed sweetness..

What are the effects of Zoap?

Very fast — effects felt almost immediately within one to two hits Instant wave of euphoria and positivity with mental clarity, followed by giggly, social, creative stimulation. Warm body relaxation layers in gradually with gentle tingling sensations. Duration is typically long-lasting with real staying power, persisting for hours. Commonly reported uses include Chronic pain, Stress and anxiety, Depression, Nausea and appetite loss.

How hard is Zoap to grow?

Zoap is rated easy difficulty. It flowers in 8-10 weeks, reaches medium (3.3-5 ft) in height, and yields 300-600 g/m² indoors. Best suited for warm, mediterranean-style climate environments.

Does Zoap turn purple?

Yes. Zoap is known to express purple coloration, with reported colors including Deep olive green, Purple undertones, Bright green calyxes with violet tips, Amber/orange pistils. Cooler nighttime temperatures during late flowering typically intensify anthocyanin expression.

What strains were bred from Zoap?

Zoap has been used as a parent in several notable crosses, including Apple Banana Zoap, Apple Zoap, Baked Alaska, Blue Soap, Bluezy. Its genetics contribute to a wide range of modern cultivars.

Has Zoap won any cannabis awards?

Yes. Zoap has received recognition including Best Overall — 2022 Zalympix Championship (3rd Edition); 2nd Place Best Terps — 2022 Zalympix Championship; 2nd Place Best Tasting — 2022 Zalympix Championship.

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