Pavé was bred by Compound Genetics, crossing Paris OG with The Menthol. Paris OG, a classic Southern California cut, contributes a heavy, sedating Kush profile and dense, piney structure, while The Menthol brings an icy, gas-forward sweetness and a dramatic boost in resin production.
The name is a nod to pavé-set jewelry, referencing the strain's blindingly white, trichome-blanketed buds, and it's since become a cornerstone parent behind numerous Compound Genetics crosses like Blue Pavé and Blueberry Pave.
Pavé Strain at a Glance
Pavé is an indica-dominant hybrid, with THC levels commonly ranging from 24% to 28%. Its dominant terpenes include caryophyllene and limonene, with a supporting mix of myrcene or linalool depending on the specific batch, contributing to an intense gas aroma layered with sweet mint and, on some cuts, a soft floral edge. Reported effects include a heavy, relaxing body high paired with a mellow, elevated headspace.
A Closer Look at Pavé Strain
THC on Pavé commonly falls between 24% and 28%, placing it among the more potent modern hybrids, so newer consumers may want to start slow given its reputation for hitting hard. The buds themselves are notably dense and hard-calyxed, often blanketed in such a heavy coat of trichomes that the flower takes on a frosted, almost white appearance, a trait the breeder has specifically selected for across the strain's stability and resin retention.
Caryophyllene and limonene sit at the core of the aroma, delivering that signature blend of sharp gas and cooling mint, while a supporting presence of either myrcene or linalool rounds things out depending on the specific pheno, adding either an earthy depth or a soft floral sweetness underneath.
Most people describe the effects as heavy and physically grounding, easing into deep relaxation while keeping the headspace calm. But the cannabis experience will depend on many factors, including tolerance, dosage, and method of consumption.
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Terpene Profile
- Limonene
- Linalool
- β-Caryophyllene
- β-Pinene
