Spiked Peach by Fade Co. - Story Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland)

Strain: Spiked Peach

Dispensary: Story - Silver Spring

Market: Maryland Recreational

Overall Rating: 9.1/10

Lean: Indica Dominant Hybrid

Initial Thoughts

Reminiscent of something you might order at a local speakeasy, this Spiked Peach from Fade Co. is currently available at Story Dispensary in Silver Spring, Maryland. As someone who's into peach as a flavor, but not psyched about strains that are too candy-like, I found this batch to be highly enjoyable with just a hint of peachy sweetness. The "spiked" part of the name is justified by both the slightly energetic onset and the funky edge to the flavor. However, I wouldn't characterize the overall high itself as "spiked" - it's all smooth sailing and full of relaxation. So much so, in fact, that it'll have you thinking everything is just "peachy" in no time. 🍑

Status

Fresh

Aroma

Open the pack and you're immediately hit with a funky, spicy, slightly fruity combo. There's definitely ripe peach notes in there, but they are quite subtle. Soon after an edge arrives: beta-caryophyllene (0.42%) brings a peppery bite, humulene (0.15%) adds woody depth, and linalool (0.16%) slips in a lavender hush. The total terps sit at a modest 1.07%, but they punch cleanly - no muddiness, just a zesty bouquet with a kick.

Flavor

The inhale is pure summer nostalgia: hints of juicy peach intertwined with wildflower notes roll across the tongue. Mid-pull, that caryophyllene spice snaps in like cracked black pepper on fruit salad, while humulene keeps it grounded with an herbal tail. The exhale is smooth and surprisingly clean - linalool softens the landing so you’re left tasting a bit of fresh orchard air instead of pepper grinder. Bold yet polite; it never overstays its welcome.

Lineage

Fade Co. typically keeps the exact parental lineage close to the chest (classic move), but in this case they were able to share that Spiked Peach is a cross of Peach Ringz and Jealousy that runs indica dominant. The execution is tight: fruit expression stays dominant without drifting into artificial candy territory, and the spicy/earthy backbone keeps it from floating away. Bravo.

Effects

It lifts gently but quickly - within a few minutes the headspace opens up, thoughts feel lighter, colors a touch brighter, like someone turned the saturation knob up one notch. Mood tilts upbeat without forcing a grin. The body follows with a warm, soothing, relaxation that loosens the shoulders and quiets minor noise - great for an afternoon walk around Silver Spring or knocking out chores while humming off-key. No race, no crash, just an easy, functional glow that lasts a solid two hours.

Conclusion

Spiked Peach is a rare fruit-forward strain that doesn’t sacrifice balance for dessert vibes. It's a clean, juicy experience with enough spice and depth to keep things interesting session after session - much like a sophisticated autumn cocktail. Uncomplicated, reliable, and quietly craveable, it's certainly worth keeping on the Happy Hour menu!

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