Quick answer
The Purple Punch strain is an indica-dominant hybrid bred from Larry OG and Granddaddy Purple. Leafly lists 18% THC and AllBud 18% to 20%, with caryophyllene and limonene as the main terpenes. It tastes of grape, plum and berry, and users most often report feeling sleepy and relaxed. Bud Cargo sells a Purple Punch ounce for $99.
Key takeaways
- Parents: Larry OG × Granddaddy Purple (Leafly and AllBud agree).
- Type: indica-dominant hybrid, 80% indica / 20% sativa on AllBud.
- THC: Leafly 18% average, AllBud 18% to 20%. Terpenes: caryophyllene, limonene, pinene (Leafly).
- Rated 4.6 from 1,778 Leafly ratings. Offspring include Mimosa and Slurricane.
- At Bud Cargo: Purple Punch AAAA ounce $99, or by weight from $26.78 an eighth.
Last updated 9 November 2026 from live stock · By the Bud Cargo team
What is the Purple Punch strain?
Purple Punch is a sweet, grape-flavoured hybrid made by crossing Larry OG with Granddaddy Purple. Leafly lists the nickname “Punch” and describes it as a dessert strain best suited to after dinner. It has become one of the most popular purple strains of the last decade, with 1,778 ratings on Leafly, and a parent of newer hits such as Mimosa and Slurricane.
The two big strain databases agree on its parents and flavour, and are close on strength:
| Source | Type | THC | Parents | Aroma / flavour | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leafly | Hybrid | 18%, 0% CBD | Larry OG × Granddaddy Purple | Grape, plum, berry, violet | 4.6 from 1,778 ratings |
| AllBud | 80% indica / 20% sativa | 18% to 20%, about 1% CBD | Larry OG × Granddaddy Purple | Blueberry, candy, grape, sweet, vanilla | 95 reviews |
| Bud Cargo (Purple Punch ounce) | Indica-dominant hybrid | Varies by lot, graded AAAA | Larry OG × Granddaddy Purple | Sweet grape and berry candy | 4.38 from 8 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), so treat any single THC figure as a guide rather than a promise.
Is Purple Punch a sativa or indica strain?
Purple Punch is an indica-dominant hybrid, about 80% indica on AllBud’s split. Both parents lean indica: Granddaddy Purple is a classic indica and Larry OG is an OG Kush-family strain. On Leafly the most reported feelings are sleepy, relaxed, hungry and tingly; AllBud’s list is euphoria, happy, hungry, relaxing, sleepy and uplifting.
Indica and sativa labels describe how people report a strain feels, not a measured genetic category. Our indica vs sativa guide explains what the labels can and cannot tell you.
Does Purple Punch make you sleepy?
Many people say it does: sleepy is the single most reported feeling for Purple Punch on Leafly. AllBud describes a quick head rush that settles into heavy body relaxation. These are user reports, not guarantees, and the effect depends on the lot, the amount and your tolerance.
What is Purple Punch a cross of?
Purple Punch is Larry OG × Granddaddy Purple, and unlike many strains its parentage is not disputed. Each parent brings something different:
| Strain | Leafly type and cross | THC | Main terpenes | Top flavours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purple Punch | Hybrid, Larry OG × Granddaddy Purple | 18% | Caryophyllene, limonene, pinene | Grape, plum, berry |
| Larry OG (parent) | Hybrid, OG Kush × SFV OG; aka Lemon Larry | 20% | Myrcene, limonene, caryophyllene | Lemon, pine, citrus |
| Granddaddy Purple (parent) | Indica, disputed parents | 17% | Myrcene, pinene, caryophyllene | Grape, berry, violet |
Granddaddy Purple supplies the purple colour and grape candy nose; our Granddaddy Purple strain guide covers its disputed history. Larry OG, a Southern California OG from the OG Kush family, adds citrus, pine and a firmer structure.
Is Purple Punch the same as Granddaddy Purple?
No. Purple Punch is Granddaddy Purple’s child, not a second name for it. The two smell alike, but Purple Punch is a hybrid with Larry OG in the mix, and Leafly lists caryophyllene rather than myrcene as its top terpene.
What does Purple Punch taste and smell like?
Purple Punch tastes like grape candy and berries, with a sweet vanilla finish. Leafly’s top flavours are grape, plum, berry and violet, and its description mentions grape candy, blueberry muffins and tart fruit punch. AllBud lists blueberry, candy, grape, sweet and vanilla, with an earthy, herbal edge in the aroma.
The peppery depth comes from caryophyllene, Leafly’s top terpene, and the bright fruit lift from limonene. In the jar, look for dense buds with purple hues, orange hairs and a heavy coat of trichomes. The colour comes from anthocyanin pigments, not from potency; see our guide to what makes cannabis purple.
Is Purple Punch weed strong?
Purple Punch is moderately strong. Leafly’s average is 18% THC with 0% CBD, and AllBud gives 18% to 20% with about 1% CBD. That puts it below today’s 25%-plus headline strains, though AAAA lots are often at the higher end of the range.
If it is new to you, Canada’s Lower-Risk Cannabis Use Guidelines recommend choosing lower-THC products where you can and using less often, so start small and wait before having more.
Is the Purple Punch strain top shelf?
Whether any batch is top shelf depends on how it was grown, dried and cured, not on the strain name. Our current Purple Punch is graded AAAA. Our AAA vs AAAA grading guide explains what each tier means.
What strains are similar to Purple Punch?
The closest matches are its family: its parent Granddaddy Purple, the related Grape Ape, and the strains bred from Purple Punch itself. Leafly lists Mimosa and Slurricane as offspring, and Black Cherry Punch is another Purple Punch cross.
| Strain | Link to Purple Punch | Profile | Bud Cargo today |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granddaddy Purple · guide | Parent | Grape, berry; indica | GDP AAAA ounce $110 |
| Slurricane · guide | Child (Do-Si-Dos × Purple Punch) | Grape, berry, sweet; indica-leaning | Slurricane AAAA from $25.20 |
| Grape Ape · guide | Relative (Mendo Purps line) | Grape, berry; mostly indica | Grape Ape syringe $30 |
| Mimosa · guide | Child (Clementine × Purple Punch) | Citrus, tropical; sativa-leaning | Not in stock |
| Black Cherry Punch · guide | Child (Purple Punch × Black Cherry Pie) | Dark cherry, pine; indica-dominant | Not in stock |
The Purple Kush ounce ($83) is another grape-and-earth purple option in stock today, and Do-Si-Dos, Slurricane’s other parent, has its own strain guide.
Where can I buy Purple Punch in Canada?
Bud Cargo carries Purple Punch in three forms, all in stock as of 9 November 2026:
| Product | Size | Price | Per gram |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purple Punch AAAA ounce deal | 28 g only | $99 | $3.54 |
| Purple Punch AAAA premium flower | 3.5 g / 7 g / 14 g / 28 g | $26.78 / $47.60 / $83.30 / $99 | $7.65 down to $3.54 |
| So High Purple Punch disposable vape | 2 mL | $40 | Oil |
An eighth of the premium flower is the cheapest way to try it; the ounce is the same $99 whichever listing you choose, and averages 4.38 stars from 8 customer reviews. Our grams in an ounce guide shows how far each size goes. Browse every indica flower or our ounce deals, which run from $45 to $110, for more.
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 Punch a sativa or indica strain?
Purple Punch is an indica-dominant hybrid. AllBud lists it as 80% indica and 20% sativa, and Leafly files it as a hybrid whose most reported feelings are sleepy and relaxed. Both of its parents, Larry OG and Granddaddy Purple, lean indica.
Is purple punch weed strong?
Purple Punch is moderately strong. Leafly lists an 18% THC average and AllBud gives 18% to 20%, with little or no CBD. Modern AAAA lots can test higher, so start with a small amount if it is new to you.
Does purple punch make you sleepy?
Many people report that it does. Sleepy is the most reported feeling for Purple Punch on Leafly, ahead of relaxed and hungry, which is why it is usually kept for the evening.
Is the purple punch strain top shelf?
It depends on the lot, not the name. Purple Punch is a popular dessert strain rated 4.6 from 1,778 Leafly ratings, but grade comes from how a batch was grown and cured. Bud Cargo currently sells it as AAAA, our second-highest flower tier.
Is purple Punch the same as Granddaddy purple?
No. Purple Punch is a child of Granddaddy Purple. Leafly lists its parents as Larry OG and Granddaddy Purple, so it keeps GDP’s grape and berry sweetness and adds Larry OG’s citrus and pine.
What strains are similar to purple Punch?
Its parent Granddaddy Purple and relative Grape Ape share the grape and berry profile. Leafly lists Mimosa and Slurricane as Purple Punch offspring, and Black Cherry Punch is a Purple Punch cross.
How much is Purple Punch at Bud Cargo?
As of 9 November 2026, a Purple Punch AAAA ounce costs $99 (about $3.54 per gram), Purple Punch AAAA by weight starts at $26.78 an eighth, and a 2 mL So High Purple Punch vape is $40.
Sources: Leafly, Purple Punch. AllBud, Purple Punch. Leafly, Larry OG. Schwabe and McGlaughlin, Journal of Cannabis Research, 2019. Prices and stock checked on budcargo.net on 9 November 2026.
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