Magpie Strain Review: A High-Flying Hybrid

Magpie Strain Review: A High(space)Flying Hybrid

Magpie strain: Magpie regular best coast genetics

The Magpie strain is Best Coast Genetics’ Gelato x LA Confidential, with a blueberry and pine aroma and sparkling frost.

I’m James Bean, founder of Seeds Here Now since 2010. This review covers Magpie’s lineage, aroma, look and reported potency.

Seeds Here Now sells authentic breeder packs to adults 21+. We do not provide growing instructions, and nothing here is a medical claim.

Magpie at a Glance

Trait	Magpie
Breeder	Best Coast Genetics
Lineage	Gelato x LA Confidential
Type	Hybrid
Reported THC	About 20% to 25%
Aroma	Blueberry, pine, sweet earth
Terpenes (reported)	Terpinolene, myrcene, caryophyllene

Lab figures vary by sample, so treat THC numbers as reported ranges, not guarantees. We describe lineage, aroma and appearance only; we make no claims about effects.

Magpie Genetics and History

Magpie is a Best Coast Genetics cross of Gelato and LA Confidential. Gelato brings dessert sweetness and color; LA Confidential, an Afghani-heavy classic, brings pine and structure.

Read our Gelato review.

The Gelato Parent

Gelato is the dessert side of the Magpie strain. It came out of the San Francisco Bay Area as Sunset Sherbet x Thin Mint Girl Scout Cookies and became one of the most-used parents of the late 2010s. It is known for a sweet, creamy aroma and for colorful, frosty buds, often with purple tones.

In Magpie, Gelato brings much of the sweetness and the color variation the older review describes. Read our Gelato review, or see Dr. Blaze Gelato feminized in our shop for the parent line.

The LA Confidential Parent

LA Confidential is the older, Afghani-heavy side of the cross. Leafly describes it as a popular indica, also known as Confidential or Confidential OG, with frosty lime green buds, small purple leaves and a smooth, piney taste over a classic skunky aroma. It is widely linked to DNA Genetics.

In Magpie, LA Confidential most likely supplies the pine and the earthy base under the sweetness. Leafly’s LA Confidential profile covers the parent on its own.

Best Coast Genetics

Magpie is a Best Coast Genetics release. The older version of this review lists it as a regular seed release, which means the seeds can produce male or female plants. Breeders often value regular packs because they hold the full genetic range of a cross.

Browse the Best Coast Genetics catalog for the breeder’s current lines.

Because regular packs carry the full range of a cross, two Magpie packs can hold quite different plants. Recording the breeder, release and date added for each pack keeps a collection easy to read and makes later comparisons simple.

Magpie Aroma and Appearance

The Magpie strain smells of blueberry and pine with a sweet earthiness that lingers, with reported terpinolene, myrcene and caryophyllene.

Like the bird it is named for, Magpie catches the eye: buds sparkle with trichomes. Magpie seeds suit buyers of Best Coast and Gelato lines.

Magpie strain illustration

Magpie Flavor and Aroma Notes

The older review describes the Magpie strain as blueberry, pine and a sweet earthiness that lingers, rich and complex without being overwhelming. It names terpinolene for citrus and pine, myrcene for an earthy undertone and caryophyllene for a spicy twist.

Blueberry: a sweet berry top note.
Pine: a fresh, resinous layer, likely from LA Confidential.
Sweet earth: a soft, lingering base.
Light spice: a peppery finish often linked to caryophyllene.

Terpene content varies from plant to plant, so treat these as common descriptions. We describe aroma only and make no claims about effects. Our guide on what terpenes are explains where these smells come from.

Color and Frost

The older review describes dense, tight buds with green and purple color variation under heavy trichome coverage that sparkles in the light. Color and frost are visual traits, not a sign of strength or quality on their own. Our article on cannabis trichomes explains the frost.

Magpie vs. Similar Strains

Strain	Relation	Aroma
Magpie	Gelato x LA Confidential	Blueberry, pine
Gelato	Parent	Sweet, dessert
LA Confidential	Parent	Pine, earth

Related: Dr. Blaze Gelato feminized.

Magpie strain: Magpie seeds pack

Magpie in the Gelato Family

Gelato has been crossed with nearly every major family, and the second parent decides which way each cross leans. Magpie is one of the few that pairs it with an older Afghani-heavy classic.

Line	Second parent	Direction
Magpie	LA Confidential	Berry and pine over sweet earth
Runtz	Zkittlez	Fruit candy and cream
Gelato	Parent line	Sweet, creamy dessert

For buyers, that makes the Magpie strain a useful bridge between the dessert era and the older kush and Afghani lines.

Buying Magpie

Browse the Best Coast Genetics catalog for Magpie and related lines.

Magpie Strain Quick Facts

The Magpie strain is a Best Coast Genetics cross of Gelato x LA Confidential.
The Magpie strain is listed as a regular seed release.
The Magpie strain is known for blueberry, pine and sweet earth notes.
Published listings report THC around 20% to 25%.
Magpie seeds fit Gelato family sets, Best Coast Genetics sets and classic-meets-modern sets.

Look for a named breeder, a printed lineage and sealed original packaging. We sell seeds only to adults 21+.

Seeds, the Law and Our Rules

Cannabis laws differ by state, and federal hemp and seed rules are changing under Section 781. Check the law where you live before you buy anything. Our cannabis seeds by state guide links every state and its official sources, and our explainer on what Section 781 is covers the federal side.

Every buyer must be 21 or older.

Growing Information for Magpie Seeds

If you’re considering growing your own cannabis, Magpie seeds might be just what you need. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect:

Seed Type: Regular
Yield: Moderate
Flowering Time: 63 to 70 days
Difficulty: Medium

One growing tip from my own experience is to keep humidity levels consistent. When you provide ample airflow during the flowering stage, you help maximize the development of terpenes. This ensures the sweet, earthy aroma and flavor that Magpie is famous for.

By keeping humidity in check, you avoid mold and get robust terpene production, which translates to enhanced flavor and aroma. Growing cannabis is as much about technique as it is about passion. I’ve learned that maintaining these small details can make a big difference.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Magpie strain?

A Best Coast Genetics hybrid from Gelato x LA Confidential.

Who bred Magpie?

Best Coast Genetics.

How strong is Magpie?

Reported THC usually falls around 20% to 25%.

What does Magpie smell like?

Blueberry and pine with sweet earth.

Do you give growing advice for Magpie?

No.

Are Magpie seeds regular or feminized?

The older version of this review lists Magpie as a regular release, which can produce male or female plants.

What is LA Confidential?

An Afghani-heavy indica classic, also called Confidential OG, known for pine and skunk notes and widely linked to DNA Genetics.

Why is it called Magpie?

Bottom Line

Magpie earns its place with its lineage and a distinctive aroma.

Magpie pairs modern Gelato with the classic LA Confidential for a blueberry and pine aroma and a sparkling, frosty look. For adults 21+, it bridges two eras of cannabis in one regular pack. Record the breeder of every Magpie pack you add.

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Last updated October 7, 2026 by James Bean, founder of Seeds Here Now. Nothing here is legal advice. See our disclaimer, terms of use and shipping policy.