Quick summary
- Tax Bracket is an E85 x RS11 cross by Wizard Trees — the Los Angeles-based artisanal breeder responsible for some of the most celebrated genetics in contemporary American cannabis, including the world-renowned Zoap
- THC: 25% — a heavy hitter with a balanced effect profile that winds down into deep relaxation without the drowsiness or couch-lock of purely sedative indica cultivars
- Appearance: dense green buds with slight purple expression and vivid red and orange pistils — the visual hallmark of RS11-lineage genetics expressing through the E85 structure
- Aroma: gas, earth, and spice — a clean, assertive OG-adjacent nose with the depth and complexity that Wizard Trees genetics are known for
- Flavour: gas and spice on both inhale and exhale — bold, direct, and consistent from the first draw to the last
- Grown at Space Trees Thailand in living soil using our no-till methodology — the biological complexity of our growing environment amplifies the terpene depth of this cross considerably
- Available at our Nimman location with PT33 prescriptions issued on site by our certified partner doctor
Table of Contents
- What is Tax Bracket strain?
- Wizard Trees — the LA breeder behind the genetics
- Genetics: E85 x RS11 explained
- Appearance — what does Tax Bracket look like?
- Aroma — gas, earth, and spice
- Flavour — what does Tax Bracket taste like?
- Effects and potency — what to expect
- Terpene profile — the science behind the experience
- Medical applications
- Tax Bracket grown in living soil at Space Trees Thailand
- Who is Tax Bracket for?
- How to get Tax Bracket in Chiang Mai
- Frequently asked questions
What Is the Tax Bracket Strain?
Tax Bracket strain is a premium indica-dominant hybrid produced by Wizard Trees — the Los Angeles-based artisanal breeder and cultivator that has become one of the most respected names in contemporary American cannabis genetics. The cross is E85 x RS11: two cultivars with significant independent pedigrees whose combination produces a strain that is heavier than the sum of its parts.
At 25% THC, the Tax Bracket strain is a genuine heavy hitter — but what distinguishes it from many high-THC indica-dominant hybrids is the balance of its effect profile. It hits hard and establishes a deep, full-body relaxation, but it does so without the drowsiness or cognitive fog that makes some potent indica cultivars incompatible with anything beyond lying down. The effect winds down rather than drops off — a gradual, comfortable transition into relaxation that reflects the sophistication of the genetics involved.
The terpene profile is gas, earth, and spice — the OG-adjacent character of the E85 parent expressing clearly through the RS11 backbone, producing an aroma and flavour that is assertive and clean without the sweetness that dominates many RS11-lineage crosses. Tax Bracket is a savoury, gas-forward cultivar in a market full of candy and fruit.
At Space Trees Thailand, we grow Tax Bracket in our living soil no-till system in Chiang Mai. Wizard Trees built their reputation on artisanal, small-batch cultivation. We apply the same philosophy to our grow: no synthetic inputs, no pesticides, biological complexity over chemical shortcuts.
Wizard Trees — The LA Breeder Behind the Genetics of the Tax Bracket strain
Understanding the Tax Bracket strain requires understanding Wizard Trees — because the genetics in this cross carry the fingerprints of a breeding programme that has produced some of the most influential cultivars of the current era.
Wizard Trees is an LA-based cannabis cultivator and breeder led by Scott, a Los Angeles local who has spent years building a reputation for artisanal, quality-driven genetics. As documented in a profile by High Times, Wizard Trees takes a deliberately small-batch approach — fewer plants, more attention, better selection. The philosophy is quality over quantity at every stage from seed selection through harvest.
What sets Wizard Trees apart from the broader California market is the depth of their collaborative network. Their most celebrated collaboration — with Deep East (DEO Farms), the Oakland-based breeder known for hunting the Rainbow Sherbet genetic line — produced Zoap, the award-winning cross that became one of the most replicated and sought-after cultivars globally. RS11, short for Rainbow Sherbet #11, emerged from the same collaboration and is now considered a modern classic among collectors and breeders.
The collaboration with Fiya Farmer produced Zangria, which is rapidly achieving the same recognition. Other collaborators include Doja Pak — whose street-level influence helped spread RS11 globally — alongside SMKRS LA and Burning Rope Farms.
Tax Bracket represents Wizard Trees working within their own genetic library rather than through external collaboration — E85 x RS11 is an in-house cross that combines two of their strongest genetics into a single cultivar. The naming follows the trend of boutique LA cannabis using financial and status language to convey exclusivity — Tax Bracket sits alongside other dispensary-tier cultivars named for premium categories and high-value concepts.
Genetics: E85 x RS11 Explained
E85
E85 is a Wedding Cake x Project 4516 cross developed by Grandiflora Genetics — one of the most technically accomplished breeding operations in California. Wedding Cake, itself a Seed Junky Genetics cross, brings sweet, tangy, and doughy terpene character alongside dense, resin-heavy structure. Project 4516, another Grandiflora creation, adds an apple-forward sweetness and sharp spicy fuel note that gives E85 its distinctive OG-adjacent gas character.
The result is a cultivar known for candied fruit notes alongside strong spicy fuel nuances — a combination that reads as premium without being one-dimensional. In Tax Bracket, E85 is the gas and spice backbone, responsible for the assertive opening of the aroma and the bold, direct character of the smoke.
RS11
RS11 — Rainbow Sherbet #11 — needs little introduction in the cannabis community. Bred by Deep East (DEO Farms) from a Sunset Sherbert x Pink Guava cross, RS11 has become one of the benchmark cultivars for resin production, THC expression, and terpene complexity in the current generation of American cannabis. Its stone fruit and tropical character, its dense trichome coverage, and its reliable potency have made it the parent of choice for dozens of significant crosses.
In Tax Bracket, RS11 provides the structural quality — the density, the resin production, the slight purple colouration — and a layer of terpene complexity beneath the E85 gas and spice that adds depth without competing with the dominant profile.
The Cross
E85 x RS11 is a pairing that produces a strain leaning decisively toward the gas and spice character of E85 rather than the stone fruit sweetness of RS11. The RS11 genetics are present in the structure, the resin coverage, the slight purple expression, and the depth of the effect — but the terpene profile is led by the E85 parent. The result is a gas-forward, spice-backed cultivar with enough RS11 complexity in the background to reward close attention.
Appearance — What Does Tax Bracket Look Like?
The Tax Bracket strain produces dense, well-structured buds that reflect the combined genetics of two high-performing parents. The overall structure is compact and heavy — the tight calyx formation and substantial density that E85 and RS11 both pass reliably to their offspring.
The colouration is predominantly green with slight purple expression — the anthocyanin character inherited from the RS11 lineage visible in the calyxes and deeper into the bud structure, adding depth and complexity to the visual profile without dominating it. The purple is a supporting note rather than the main event.
The pistils are vivid red and orange throughout the canopy — a warm contrast against the cooler green-to-purple bud structure that gives Tax Bracket its visual character. Trichome coverage is substantial and even, reflecting the RS11 parent’s consistently high resin production. The frosted surface in direct light gives the bud a premium appearance that matches the quality of the genetics inside.
This is a cultivar that looks like it means business — dense, heavy, resinous, and visually sophisticated without the extreme colour spectacle of purple-dominant cultivars.
Aroma — Gas, Earth, and Spice
The nose on our Tax Bracket strain is immediate and assertive — gas opens first, clean and direct, without the chemical complexity of GMO-lineage cultivars or the sharp rubber of Permanent Marker genetics. This is a cleaner, more precise gas note: the E85 lineage expressing its Wedding Cake x Project 4516 fuel character with a directness that announces itself clearly on the first sniff.
The earth note emerges almost simultaneously — a deep, grounded quality that sits beneath the gas and gives it weight and permanence. This is the OG DNA that runs through the E85 genetic chain expressing in the aroma — the same rich, loamy earthiness that defines the best OG-adjacent California cultivars and signals serious indica genetics to anyone who has experience with this lineage.
The spice is the third layer — caryophyllene-driven, peppery, and present on the mid-nose after the gas and earth have established themselves. It adds a complexity that distinguishes Tax Bracket from purely one-dimensional gas cultivars and makes the aroma evolve rather than simply sit. There is nothing sweet about the Tax Bracket nose — no fruit, no candy, no dessert. It is a savoury, OG-forward terpene profile that is increasingly rare in a market dominated by candy-forward genetics.
Ground and prepared, the gas intensifies, the earth deepens, and the spice becomes more prominent. This is a bud that fills the room decisively and without apology.
Flavour — What Does Tax Bracket Taste Like?
The flavour on the Tax Bracket strain is consistent and direct — gas and spice, from the first draw to the last. This is not a strain with a dramatic contrast between inhale and exhale, or a surprise finish that changes the experience. What you smell is what you taste, and what you taste is what you get throughout the session.
The gas on the inhale is clean and smooth — no harshness, no chemical edge. In living soil cannabis grown without synthetic inputs, even bold gas terpene profiles translate into clean, pure smoke without the chemical aftertaste that nutrients salts leave in the flower. The gas coats the palate clearly and completely.
The spice runs through the mid-palate and carries into the exhale — the caryophyllene character of the E85 genetics expressing as a peppery warmth that sits alongside the gas rather than beneath it. The two notes are complementary and consistent, neither overwhelming the other.
The finish is clean and relatively brief — gas and spice fade without the lingering sweetness of RS11-forward crosses or the long tropical fade of Hawaiian-lineage cultivars. Tax Bracket is a bold, direct, no-nonsense smoking experience. Second and third draws maintain the profile exactly. This is a strain that tastes like what it is — serious genetics, grown seriously, expressing exactly what they should.
Effects and Potency — What to Expect
The Tax Bracket strain runs at 25% THC. It is a heavy hitter — the E85 lineage’s potency combining with RS11’s consistently high THC expression to produce a cultivar that makes its presence felt clearly and immediately.
The onset is not gradual. Within the first 5 minutes, a substantial effect establishes itself — a combination of cerebral weight and physical body load that arrives together rather than in sequence. This is not the euphoric, uplifting onset of sativa-dominant cultivars like Pineapple Express, nor the creeping body effect of the heaviest indica cultivars. Tax Bracket hits with balanced intention — head and body simultaneously.
What follows is the most distinctive aspect of this cultivar’s effect profile: the wind-down. Rather than pushing into deeper sedation or couch-lock as the session progresses, Tax Bracket settles into a comfortable, balanced relaxation that is heavy without being debilitating. The body load is substantial — genuine physical relaxation, muscle tension releasing, a comfortable weight in the limbs — but the cognitive clarity remains functional. You are relaxed, not incapacitated. Unwinding, not knocked out.
This balanced quality — heavy but not drowsy, relaxing but not sedating — is what makes Tax Bracket genuinely versatile among 25% THC indica-dominant cultivars. It is evening cannabis, certainly — the body load is real and sustained — but it is evening cannabis that allows for conversation, music, creative reflection, and slow-paced social engagement rather than simply lying down.
Duration is long. The full effect cycle runs 2 to 3 hours at moderate consumption, with the body relaxation persisting and the balanced quality maintained throughout.
Terpene Profile — The Science Behind the Experience
The gas, earth, and spice terpene profile of our Tax Bracket strain connects directly to the specific terpene compounds inherited from both the E85 and RS11 parent genetics.
Caryophyllene is the dominant terpene driving both the spice note in the aroma and flavour and the body-forward quality of the effect. The E85 genetics carry significant caryophyllene expression from the OG lineage in the Wedding Cake parent, and it is the compound most responsible for the peppery spice that runs through both the nose and the mid-palate. Critically, caryophyllene is the only terpene known to interact directly with the endocannabinoid system’s CB2 receptors — adding anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties to the effect profile independently of the THC.
Myrcene drives the body load and the physical relaxation quality of the effect. Present in substantial concentration in both E85 and RS11 genetics, myrcene is responsible for the heavy, grounding physical character of Tax Bracket — the weight in the limbs, the release of muscle tension, and the sustained duration of the body effect.
Limonene in the RS11 genetics is what prevents the Tax Bracket strain from crossing into full sedation. Its presence — even at lower concentration than in sativa-dominant cultivars — maintains just enough cerebral clarity to keep the effect balanced rather than purely sedating. This is the terpene responsible for the “not drowsy” quality that makes Tax Bracket distinctive at its potency level.
Ocimene contributes the earthy, slightly herbal complexity that deepens the aroma without adding sweetness — a supporting terpene that adds sophistication to a profile that might otherwise be one-dimensional gas.
Medical Applications of the Tax Bracket strain
the Tax Bracket strains combination of heavy body load, anti-inflammatory caryophyllene expression, and balanced non-drowsy effect maps onto several qualifying conditions under Thailand’s PT33 medical cannabis framework.
Chronic pain — the combination of 25% THC, high caryophyllene expression, and a sustained body-forward effect makes Tax Bracket highly applicable for chronic pain management. The caryophyllene-driven CB2 interaction adds an anti-inflammatory dimension to the analgesic effect of the THC. <!– [INTERNAL LINK: Cannabis for chronic pain → /blog/medical-cannabis/pain-canna/] –>
Muscle tension and spasticity — the deep body relaxation and myrcene-driven muscular release make Tax Bracket particularly applicable for patients using cannabis for muscle tension, spasm, or stiffness. The effect is body-forward without causing the cognitive impairment that makes some heavy indica cultivars impractical.
Stress and anxiety — the balanced winding-down quality of the effect — heavy but functional — makes Tax Bracket applicable for end-of-day stress relief that doesn’t eliminate cognitive presence entirely. The non-drowsy relaxation is specifically suited to patients who need genuine unwinding without sedation.
Insomnia — while Tax Bracket is not a pure sleep cultivar, its long-duration body relaxation and sustained unwinding effect make it applicable for patients who benefit from gradual relaxation before sleep onset rather than immediate sedation. <!– [INTERNAL LINK: Sleep and cannabis → /blog/medical-cannabis/sleep-cannabis/] –>
Appetite stimulation — as with most high-THC indica-dominant hybrids, Tax Bracket reliably stimulates appetite. The body-forward effect profile is consistent with the appetite-stimulating mechanism of THC in indica-leaning genetics.
All cannabis purchases in Thailand require a valid PT33 prescription. Our partner doctor at the Nimman location can issue a prescription during your visit — typically within a few minutes.
Tax Bracket Grown in Living Soil at Space Trees Thailand
Every cultivar at Space Trees Thailand is grown in our living soil no-till system in Chiang Mai. Tax Bracket’s E85 x RS11 genetics express particularly well in a biological growing environment — the gas, earth, and spice terpene profile that defines this cultivar is driven by caryophyllene expression that living soil actively stimulates.
Caryophyllene production — the compound responsible for the spice note and for the CB2 anti-inflammatory effect — is a secondary metabolite whose synthesis is stimulated by biological stress signals from the soil community. In a living soil system with established mycorrhizal networks, diverse bacterial populations, and organic mineral amendments, caryophyllene expression is consistently higher than in synthetic growing media. The spice in the aroma of our Tax Bracket is not accidental — it is the direct expression of a terpene compound produced in greater quantity by a plant receiving biological rather than chemical inputs.
The earth note — the deep, grounded quality that sits beneath the gas in the aroma — similarly reflects the growing environment as much as the genetics. Cannabis grown in living soil carries a subtle terroir — a connection to its physical environment — that synthetic growing media cannot produce. The earth note in Tax Bracket grown in Space Trees’ no-till beds is the flavour of Northern Thailand’s biological complexity expressing through OG-adjacent genetics.
Wizard Trees built their reputation on artisanal small-batch cultivation in Los Angeles. We bring the same philosophy to our grow in Chiang Mai — and Tax Bracket at Space Trees is the result of two artisanal growing operations aligned in their commitment to quality over quantity.
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Who Is Tax Bracket For?
Experienced consumers seeking a serious, gas-forward indica-dominant hybrid with the sophistication of Wizard Trees genetics. Tax Bracket is not a sweet or fruity cultivar — it is bold, direct, and OG-adjacent in character. This is for the consumer who knows what they want and wants it without ornamentation.
Evening users who want substantial body relaxation without full sedation. The balanced non-drowsy quality of the effect makes Tax Bracket the ideal transition cultivar — heavy enough for genuine unwinding, functional enough for slow-paced evening engagement.
Medical cannabis patients prescribed for chronic pain, muscle tension, stress, insomnia, or appetite loss will find the effect profile applicable across multiple qualifying conditions.
OG and gas terpene enthusiasts — if you appreciate the clean, assertive gas and earth of OG-lineage genetics expressed through premium American breeding, Tax Bracket is the cultivar for you.
Collectors and connoisseurs who follow Wizard Trees’ genetics specifically — Tax Bracket is an in-house Wizard Trees cross using their own RS11 lineage alongside Grandiflora’s E85. For those who track the LA boutique genetics scene, this is significant.
Not recommended for: first-time or low-tolerance users; daytime use requiring sustained cognitive precision; anyone seeking a sweet or fruit-forward terpene profile.
How to Get Tax Bracket in Chiang Mai
Tax Bracket by Wizard Trees, grown in Space Trees Thailand living soil, is available at our Nimman location at 13 Siri Mangkalajarn Road, Chiang Mai. This is Wizard Trees genetics grown in our no-till living soil system — a combination of LA artisanal breeding and Chiang Mai biological cultivation that produces something specific and unrepeatable.
All cannabis purchases in Thailand require a valid PT33 medical prescription. Our certified partner doctor is on site at our Nimman location during all business hours. A PT33 consultation and issuance takes only a few minutes during your visit — no advance appointment required.
Open every day from 10:00AM to Midnight.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What strain is Tax Bracket by Wizard Trees? Tax Bracket is an E85 x RS11 cross produced by Wizard Trees, the Los Angeles-based artisanal cannabis cultivator and breeder led by Scott. E85 is a Grandiflora Genetics cross of Wedding Cake x Project 4516, contributing gas, spice, and sweet fuel terpene character. RS11 (Rainbow Sherbet #11) is a Deep East creation contributing density, resin production, and slight purple colouration. The combination produces an indica-dominant hybrid with a gas, earth, and spice terpene profile and a balanced non-drowsy heavy-hitting effect.
How strong is Tax Bracket strain? Our batch of Tax Bracket by Wizard Trees runs at 25% THC. It is a genuine heavy hitter with a balanced effect that winds down into deep physical relaxation without the drowsiness or couch-lock of purely sedative indica cultivars. Effects are long-lasting — typically 2 to 3 hours at moderate consumption.
What does Tax Bracket taste like? Tax Bracket delivers gas and spice consistently from inhale to exhale — a clean, direct, bold terpene profile that is consistent throughout the session. There is no dramatic contrast between inhale and exhale, and no sweet or fruit finish. The flavour is assertive, savoury, and OG-adjacent.
What does Tax Bracket smell like? The nose on Tax Bracket opens with clean, assertive gas followed immediately by deep earth. Spice develops as the third layer — peppery and warm, adding complexity without competing with the gas and earth opening. The overall aroma is bold, savoury, and immediately identifiable as OG-adjacent genetics.
Who are Wizard Trees? Wizard Trees is an LA-based artisanal cannabis cultivator and breeder led by Scott, a Los Angeles local. Known for small-batch, quality-driven genetics, Wizard Trees has produced some of the most celebrated cultivars in contemporary American cannabis — including Zoap (with Deep East), RS11, and Zangria (with Fiya Farmer). Featured in High Times, Wizard Trees is recognised as one of the most respected boutique operations in the California cannabis market.
Is Tax Bracket available at Space Trees Thailand? Yes — Tax Bracket by Wizard Trees, grown in Space Trees Thailand’s living soil no-till system, is available at our Nimman location at 13 Siri Mangkalajarn Road, Chiang Mai. All purchases require a valid PT33 medical prescription. Our certified partner doctor is on site during all business hours. Open every day 10:00AM to Midnight.
Is Tax Bracket indica or sativa? Tax Bracket is indica-dominant. The E85 and RS11 genetics combine to produce a heavy body load and long-duration physical relaxation. The effect is balanced rather than purely sedating — there is enough cerebral clarity from the RS11 lineage and limonene expression to maintain function and avoid drowsiness — but the overall character is decisively indica-dominant and best suited to evening use.
Available Now at Space Trees Thailand
Tax Bracket by Wizard Trees — grown in Space Trees Thailand living soil — is available at our Nimman dispensary.
Visit us at 13 Siri Mangkalajarn Road, Nimman, Chiang Mai — open every day 10:00AM to Midnight.
All purchases require a valid PT33 prescription — our partner doctor is on site during all business hours.
