Permanent Marker by Connected

Permanent Marker by Connected

Permanent Marker by Connected is an indica-leaning hybrid (30/70) born from Biscotti x Sherb BX x Jealousy, a three-way cross that changed the conversation around what modern cannabis could smell like. At 25-30% THC, this cut by Connected delivers gassy, sweet, creamy terps with a distinct marker ink edge on the nose and a heavy, full-body high that holds for hours. Best for day or night.

Original Cali Pack by Connected.

The Story Behind Permanent Marker by Connected

There are strains that sell well, and then there are strains that shift the entire culture. Permanent Marker by Connected belongs in the second category. Caleb Counts, co-founder of Connected Cannabis Co. and formerly Berner’s partner in the Cookies empire, went hunting for something nobody had ever smelled before. The result was a three-way cross of Biscotti (the Cookies Fam classic that Connected had already made their flagship), Sherb BX (a backcross of Sunset Sherbet that concentrated the creamy, gassy genetics), and Jealousy (Seed Junky Genetics’ powerhouse that was already tearing through the California market on its own). Three legendary parents. One output that smelled like absolutely nothing else on the shelf.

When Permanent Marker dropped in 2022, the reaction was immediate and unanimous. People opened the bag and said the same thing: “This smells like a Sharpie.” Not figuratively. Literally. The solvent, inky, chemical-sweet aroma was so distinctive that the strain went viral before most people outside California had even tried it. Connected’s quality control is legendary, every batch dialed to the same standard, and Permanent Marker became the proof that the brand wasn’t just riding on Biscotti and Gelonade. This was innovation. This was Connected reminding the industry that they could still create something genuinely new. By 2023, Permanent Marker was one of the most sought-after genetics in the world, with pheno-hunters and breeders already crossing it into their own lines. The legacy is still being written.

The Nose

Crack the seal and you know exactly what strain this is. Gassy fuel fumes pour out first, thick and aggressive, filling the room before you even touch the nug. Right behind it, that signature marker ink note surfaces, sharp, chemical, almost solvent-like, the smell that gave this strain its name. Then Sweet candy tones push through the gas, softening the edges, while Creamy richness settles underneath like butter melting into something warm. Myrcene anchors the base with a musky, herbal depth that keeps everything grounded. Limonene adds a bright citrus lift along the top, almost hidden behind the gas but present enough to give the profile dimension. Caryophyllene threads peppery spice through the mid-register, adding a dry, woody bite. Dense, chunky nugs with deep greens and purples under a heavy blanket of trichomes. The bag appeal alone tells you this is top-shelf genetics.

The Smoke

The first pull lands gassy and sweet across the entire palate, heavy on the tongue, with the marker ink quality translating into a sharp, inky finish on the exhale. The smoke is thick and expands in the lungs, so take it easy if you’re pulling hard. Midway through the joint, creamy notes develop and the Limonene opens up, brightening the palate with a subtle citrus wash. As a result, the second half of the session feels richer than the first. The Caryophyllene concentrates toward the roach, building peppery spice in the resin ring, while the Myrcene deepens into that earthy, musky base that lingers on the lips. White ash from start to finish. Smooth, even burn. Flavour holds all the way down without dropping off.

The High

The onset hits within minutes. Euphoric warmth floods the headspace, lifting the mood with a clean, genuine sense of wellbeing that makes everything feel right. It’s not racy or stimulating. Instead, it’s a warm glow that settles behind the eyes and softens the edges of the day. Within ten minutes, Relaxed starts pulling through the body, spreading from the chest outward, loosening muscles and dissolving tension. This is where the indica genetics announce themselves. The Biscotti and Sherb BX parentage push the body stone forward steadily, and by the twenty-minute mark, Heavy takes over completely. Limbs get dense. The couch becomes a destination, not a waypoint. The Jealousy side keeps the headspace present enough that you’re not foggy, just deeply, thoroughly stoned.

What makes Permanent Marker special is the Long-lasting hold. Where most strains start fading at the hour mark, this one plateaus and stays. Two hours in, the body stone is still there, still heavy, still present. The comedown is gentle, drifting toward sleepiness without a hard crash. At full strength, this is not a strain you underestimate.

Effect group: Heavy · Body Heavy · Best time: Day / Night

Who Should Try Permanent Marker by Connected?

At 25-30% THC, Permanent Marker by Connected is built for experienced smokers who know what a heavy indica feels like and actively want it. If you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, chronic pain, or insomnia, the deep body stone and long duration make this a powerful option for symptom management. The euphoric onset keeps the experience from feeling purely sedative, which means daytime use is possible if you know your limits.

However, the anxiety warning on this one matters. At full strength with medium anxiety risk, overconsumption can push the heavy body stone into uncomfortable territory, especially for lower-tolerance smokers. Start with two or three pulls and wait twenty minutes before going further. If you’re anxiety-prone, this strain demands respect. The high is forgiving when dosed correctly and punishing when you overshoot. For everyone else, this is one of the most iconic strains to come out of California in the last five years, and the experience matches the reputation.

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