Alien Labs Exotic Strains Guide
Ask anyone who has ever looked for premium flower in California, and they'll probably tell you that they have seen the name Alien Labs sitting near the top of the shelf.
This brand has built a reputation for pushing cannabis genetics into strange and exciting new territory, with strains that feel like they were bred in another galaxy.
From dense, frosty buds to flavor profiles that mix gas, fruit, and dessert notes in ways you didn't know were possible, Alien Labs has earned its spot among California's most respected cannabis brands.
In this guide, we'll cover where Alien Labs came from and break down three of their exotic flower strains you can pick up right now.
The Background History of Alien Labs
Alien Labs was established by Ted Lidie, who grew up in a family of cannabis growers in Redding, California.
After moving to San Francisco, he noticed the market shifting toward branded products and decided to bring that same idea back home.
In 2013, Lidie officially created Alien Labs, building a reputation early on with legendary genetics like OG Kush and GSC before legalization even existed.
When California legalized cannabis adult-use, Alien Labs needed the infrastructure to scale. In 2017, Connected Cannabis Co. acquired Alien Labs, merging two of California's most influential cannabis companies.
Lidie stayed on as the creative force behind the brand, which now operates across multiple states and is known for chasing rare genetics and bold, unforgettable flavor profiles.
What Are Exotic Strains?
The name "exotic" gets thrown around a lot in the cannabis space. This name refers to a special kind of flower that's rare and not boutique genetics that are sitting on every dispensary shelf.
These strains often come from small-batch breeders who are constantly crossing new phenotypes to chase bolder flavors, denser bud structure, and terpene profiles you won't find in mass-produced flower.
That rarity is part of the appeal. Exotic strains tend to carry more complex, layered terp profiles, things like gas mixed with fruit, or dessert notes stacked on top of an OG backbone, instead of one straightforward flavor.
They also tend to run on the pricier side, since the genetics are harder to source and the grows are smaller and more carefully managed.
Alien Labs has built its entire identity around this space, treating each new release like a flavor experiment worth chasing down.
Exotic Flower Strains from Alien Labs
Gemini
This is an indica strain built by crossing 2Face OG and Area 41.
The aroma carries an earthy, aggressive OG funk layered against a sweeter, candied grape note, giving it a more complex profile than a typical OG.
That earthy sweetness carries through into the smoke, delivering a head-and-body effect that's strong enough to satisfy even seasoned smokers looking for something heavier.
Planetary OG
Planetary OG is Alien Labs' tribute to the classic "Planetary" cuts that built the brand's reputation in the first place.
This strain carries that same nose-stinging gasoline funk fans of old-school OGs chase, paired with a heavy, euphoric punch.
Even though Planetary OG is known to be a sativa on the label, Alien Labs designed it to feel like a true balanced hybrid, delivering both the cerebral lift and physical weight that high-tolerance users enjoy.
Biskante
Biskante is one of Alien Labs most dessert-forward profiles, crossing Melonade with Biscotti #6.
The flavor leans into a biscotti-style sweetness with just a mild touch of lemon, instead of the heavy citrus terp you'd expect from most lemon-leaning crosses.
This is a sativa-dominant hybrid, so expect an uplifted, flavor-first smoking experience and not something that knocks you out.
Find Alien Labs at Purple Lotus Today
If you're ready to try Alien Labs for yourself, Purple Lotus is your go-to dispensary in San Jose.
Remember that Alien Labs flower moves fast and stock rotates often, so it's worth checking our menu regularly to catch what's currently available.
Our budtenders know the lineup well and can help you find the right fit, whether you're after something heavier for the evening or a flavor-forward sativa to start the day.
Can't make it in? We also offer same-day delivery across San Jose and the surrounding Bay Area, so you can get your Alien Labs favorites without leaving the house.
Browse our current Alien Labs selection online and see for yourself why people keep coming back to Purple Lotus for exotic, top-shelf cannabis.