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Purple Punch
by Supernova Gardens · Purple Punch
About
Purple Punch was created in 2012 by the Supernova Gardens breeding collective, who crossed a male Granddaddy Purple plant sourced from Ken Estes with a female Larry OG from a Cali Connection seed pack. The strain remained a regional curiosity for several years before breaking into mainstream dispensary menus around 2017, at which point it rapidly became one of the most-requested evening indica hybrids of the late 2010s. The genetic pairing is a pedigree move. Granddaddy Purple contributes the purple coloration, the grape-candy aroma, and the heavy indica body response. Larry OG contributes structure, resin production, and OG-family flavor depth. The combination produces the dense, trichome-heavy purple flower that makes Purple Punch immediately recognizable on a dispensary shelf, even before a consumer knows which strain they're looking at. The terpene data in our database is on the low side for a modern commercial strain. Caryophyllene leads at 0.11%, beta-pinene at 0.08%, and linalool at 0.05%. Total terpene content comes in at under half a percent, which is below what published lab results for Supernova's original Purple Punch cut typically report. The sample in our database may be from an under-expressive phenotype or a stressed grow cycle rather than a premium commercial lot. Consumers looking for the signature grape-candy character should treat these numbers as a floor rather than representative. Our database chemotype classification is "Purple (Caryophyllene-dominant)", which is the category we use for indica-leaning hybrids where caryophyllene carries the dominant aromatic signature. THC ranges between 18 and 25% across the samples in our records, on the higher end of commercial hybrid potency. Reviewers describe the effects as creative and relaxed, shifting toward sleepy over time, which is the typical Purple Punch effect arc reported across the industry.
Why does Purple Punch have these effects?
Purple Punch's effects are associated with its high caryophyllene content (0.11%), one of the few terpenes that binds directly to CB2 cannabinoid receptors.
Strain Profile
May Help With
Caryophyllene has strong anti-inflammatory properties
Linalool has calming, stress-relieving properties
Caryophyllene binds to CB2 receptors for pain relief
Reported sleepy effects may aid with insomnia
Based on terpene research and reported effects. Not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional for medical decisions.
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Quick Info
- Type
- hybrid
- Breeder
- Supernova Gardens
- Genetics
- Purple Punch
- THC
- 18.0–25.0%
- CBD
- 0.1%
- Chemotype
- Caryophyllene-dominant
What is Caryophyllene?
Spicy, peppery terpene found in black pepper, cloves, and cinnamon.
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← Back to all strainsAbout Purple Punch
- Purple Punch is a hybrid cannabis strain. Hybrids combine characteristics of both indica and sativa genetics.
- Purple Punch typically tests at 18.0% to 25.0% THC. This is considered a high-potency strain, so start with a low dose if you are new to it.
- Users commonly report feeling creative, relaxed, sleepy when consuming Purple Punch. Individual experiences vary based on tolerance, dose, and consumption method.
- The dominant terpenes in Purple Punch are Caryophyllene, Beta-Pinene, Linalool. Terpenes influence the aroma, flavor, and effects of a cannabis strain.
- Purple Punch is a cross of Purple Punch. It was bred by Supernova Gardens.