Quick answer
The Purple Churro strain is a dessert-style hybrid bred by Compound Genetics from Cinnamon Horchata and Apples & Bananas. Leafly files it as a hybrid, AllBud says 50/50 and lists 30% to 32% THC, and Canada’s legal Redecan version is sold as a sativa. It tastes of apple, berry and vanilla. Bud Cargo sells a Purple Churro ounce for $69.
Key takeaways
- Cross: Cinnamon Horchata × Apples & Bananas, bred by Compound Genetics (Leafly).
- Type: labelled four different ways. Leafly says hybrid, AllBud 50/50, the SQDC sativa and our listing indica-leaning.
- THC: AllBud 30% to 32%; the SQDC lists 260 to 300 mg/g on the Redecan pre-roll. Leafly gives no figure.
- Terpenes (SQDC): limonene first, then nerolidol, caryophyllene, linalool and myrcene. Leafly rates it 4.9 from 26 ratings.
- At Bud Cargo: Purple Churro ounce $69, about $2.46 per gram, with 8 customer reviews averaging 4.5.
Last updated 2 November 2026 from live stock · By the Bud Cargo team
What is the Purple Churro strain?
Purple Churro is a modern dessert-style hybrid from Compound Genetics. Leafly calls it “a modern cannabis strain bred and release by Compound Genetics” and places it in the dessert family with roots in GSC. It is newer and much less documented than classics such as Purple Kush: Leafly has only 26 ratings for it, and AllBud has 11 reviews.
Canadian shoppers often know it as a Redecan product. Redecan’s Purple Churro is sold through the provincial government stores, and a June 2024 trade report covered its launch as a top-shelf flower. The databases agree on the parents. They disagree on almost everything else:
| Source | Type | THC | Parents | Terpenes / flavours | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leafly | Hybrid | Not listed | Apples and Bananas × Horchata (Cinnamon Horchata) | Apple, berry, diesel | 4.9 from 26 ratings |
| AllBud | 50% sativa / 50% indica | 30% to 32% | Cinnamon Horchata × Apples & Bananas | Apple, banana, berry, creamy, sweet, vanilla | 4.7 from 11 reviews |
| SQDC (Redecan pre-roll) | Sativa | 260 to 300 mg/g | Apples and Bananas × Cinnamon Horchata | Limonene, nerolidol, caryophyllene, linalool, myrcene | n/a |
| Bud Cargo ounce listing | Indica-leaning hybrid | Varies by lot | Cinnamon Horchata × Apples & Bananas | Sweet, pastry-like, pungent | 4.5 from 8 customer reviews |
A 2019 genetic study of retail cannabis found that products sold under one strain name are often genetically inconsistent (Schwabe and McGlaughlin, Journal of Cannabis Research, 2019). With a strain this new, which several producers grow, that is worth keeping in mind.
Is Purple Churro indica or sativa?
Purple Churro is a hybrid, and the label you see depends on who is selling it. Leafly files it as a hybrid and AllBud says 50% sativa and 50% indica, adding that it can lean either way depending on the breeder. The SQDC (Quebec’s government cannabis retailer) sells the Redecan version as a sativa. Our own listing calls it indica-leaning.
Leafly’s most reported feelings are happy, uplifted and creative, which reads more like a daytime hybrid. Its most reported negatives are dry mouth and dry eyes. The honest answer is to treat it as a balanced hybrid and see how your lot feels. Indica and sativa labels describe how a strain is marketed and how people report feeling, not a measured genetic category. Our indica vs sativa vs hybrid guide explains why.
What are the parents of Purple Churro?
Purple Churro crosses Cinnamon Horchata with Apples & Bananas. Leafly, AllBud and the SQDC all list the same pair. Here is what is known about each parent:
| Parent | What the databases say |
|---|---|
| Apples & Bananas | Leafly: hybrid, 20% THC or higher, caryophyllene then limonene and linalool, 4.6 from 391 ratings. Leafly’s own page is inconsistent on its parents: the text says Now N Later × Jet Fuel Gelato, while the genetics section lists Gelatti and Blue Power. |
| Cinnamon Horchata | Listed as the other parent by Leafly (as “Horchata”), AllBud and the SQDC. We could not find a full database profile for it, so we have not quoted any THC or terpene figures. |
Leafly lists one offspring, Blacklight #1. Because Purple Churro sits in the GSC dessert family, our Girl Scout Cookies strain guide is a useful background read on where that sweet, doughy profile comes from.
How strong is Purple Churro?
Purple Churro is one of the highest-THC strains on paper. AllBud lists 30% to 32% THC. The SQDC lists the Redecan pre-roll at 260 to 300 mg/g, which equals 26% to 30%, and 0 to 20 mg/g CBD. Leafly does not publish a THC figure for it. For comparison, Leafly lists Purple Kush at 19% and Apples & Bananas at 20% or higher.
The number on a database is an average. The listing for the batch you buy is a better guide. If you are new to strains in this range, Canada’s Lower-Risk Cannabis Use Guidelines recommend starting with a small amount, choosing lower-THC products where you can and using less often.
What does Purple Churro taste and smell like?
Purple Churro tastes sweet and fruity with a vanilla, cinnamon-pastry edge and a little fuel underneath. Leafly’s top flavours are apple, berry and diesel. AllBud lists apple, banana, berry, citrus, creamy, fruity, sour, sweet and vanilla flavours, with banana, citrus, creamy, earthy, sour, spicy, tree fruit and vanilla aromas. The fruit side comes from Apples & Bananas, and the name points to the cinnamon dessert note of Cinnamon Horchata.
What terpenes are in Purple Churro?
The SQDC lists limonene as the main terpene, followed by nerolidol, caryophyllene, linalool and myrcene. Nerolidol is less common as a top terpene and has a soft, woody-floral smell. Leafly does not name a dominant terpene for Purple Churro, so the SQDC label is the best published profile. It is for one Redecan product, though, and other growers’ lots can differ.
Why is it purple?
The purple colour comes from anthocyanin pigments, which some cultivars show strongly. Cooler night temperatures late in flowering can bring it out further. Colour has no fixed link to strength or flavour. Our guide to what makes cannabis purple covers this in more detail.
Is Purple Churro the same as Granddaddy Purple?
No. They are different strains that happen to share a colour. Purple Churro is a modern Compound Genetics cross of Cinnamon Horchata and Apples & Bananas. Granddaddy Purple is an older purple indica that Leafly traces to the Mendo Purps line. Our Purple Churro product page still has an old web address containing “grand-daddy-purple”, which is a leftover from an earlier listing, not a sign the strains are related. Here is how Purple Churro compares with the other purple and dessert ounces in stock today:
| Ounce (28 g) | Price | Per gram | Why compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Girl Scout Cookies | $54 | $1.93 | The dessert-family root · strain guide |
| Purple Churro | $69 | $2.46 | Fruit and pastry, balanced hybrid |
| Huckleberry Soda | $70 | $2.50 | Berry-led indica-dominant purple · strain guide |
| Purple Drank | $75 | $2.68 | Grape candy, hybrid · strain guide |
| Purple Kush | $83 | $2.96 | Classic pure indica · strain guide |
| Granddaddy Purple | $110 | $3.93 | The older purple indica, AAAA |
Where can I buy Purple Churro in Canada?
Bud Cargo has a Purple Churro ounce (28 g) for $69, in stock as of 2 November 2026. That works out to about $2.46 per gram, just under the $70 median of the 47 ounce deals we stock ($45 to $110). It has 8 customer reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5. It is sold as a full 28 g only. You can also browse every hybrid flower in stock, or read AAA vs AAAA weed grading in Canada to see how our tiers differ.
Orders ship across Canada for $25 to BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, $30 to Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada, and $35 to the territories. Shipping is free on orders over $150 (over $250 to the territories). You can pay by Interac e-Transfer or credit card. Bud Cargo is a mail-order dispensary, not a provincially licensed retailer.
Adults may carry up to 30 g of dried cannabis or its equivalent in public under the Cannabis Act, so a single ounce is within the limit.
Frequently asked questions
Is purple Churro indica or sativa?
It depends on who is selling it. Leafly files Purple Churro as a hybrid and AllBud lists it as 50% sativa and 50% indica. In Canada the legal Redecan version is sold as a sativa by the SQDC, while our ounce listing calls it indica-leaning. Treat it as a balanced hybrid and judge the lot.
What strain is Churro?
The best-documented Churro strain is Purple Churro, a dessert-style hybrid from Compound Genetics. It crosses Cinnamon Horchata with Apples & Bananas, and Leafly lists PCh as its short name. Other growers use the word churro in strain names too, so check the parents on any listing.
What are the parents of Purple Churro?
Purple Churro is Cinnamon Horchata crossed with Apples & Bananas, according to Leafly, AllBud and the SQDC. Leafly credits the breeder Compound Genetics and places it in the dessert family with roots in GSC. Leafly lists Blacklight #1 as its offspring.
How strong is Purple Churro?
Purple Churro is a very high-THC strain. AllBud lists 30% to 32% THC, and the SQDC lists the Redecan pre-roll at 260 to 300 mg/g, which is 26% to 30%. Leafly does not publish a THC figure for it. Results vary by lot, so check the listing for the batch you buy.
What does Purple Churro taste like?
Purple Churro tastes sweet and fruity with a vanilla and cinnamon-pastry edge. Leafly’s top flavours are apple, berry and diesel. AllBud lists apple, banana, berry, citrus, creamy, sweet and vanilla. The SQDC lists limonene as the main terpene, then nerolidol, caryophyllene, linalool and myrcene.
Is Purple Churro the same as Granddaddy Purple?
No. Purple Churro is a modern Compound Genetics cross of Cinnamon Horchata and Apples & Bananas. Granddaddy Purple is an older purple indica from the Mendo Purps line. Both are purple-coloured, but their genetics and flavours are different. Bud Cargo stocks both as ounces.
How much is a Purple Churro ounce at Bud Cargo?
As of 2 November 2026, a Purple Churro ounce (28 g) costs $69 at Bud Cargo, about $2.46 per gram. That is just under the $70 median of the 47 ounce deals in stock. It has 8 customer reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5.
Sources: Leafly, Purple Churro. AllBud, Purple Churro. SQDC (Quebec’s government cannabis retailer), Redecan Purple Churro product page. Leafly, Apples and Bananas. Schwabe AL, McGlaughlin ME (2019), Journal of Cannabis Research. Canada’s Lower-Risk Cannabis Use Guidelines. Prices and stock checked on 2 November 2026.
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