Cultivar record / granddaddy-purple
Granddaddy Purple
Granddaddy Purple is an indica cultivar with Mendo Purps, Skunk #1 and Afghanistan in its recorded lineage. Reported characteristics include grape, berry, sweet and earthy flavours and relaxed, sleepy, euphoric, hungry and happy effects.
- Type
- indica
- THC
- 19%
- CBD
- <1%
- Breeder
- GDP Genetics (Ken Estes)
Photography
No photo yet
We don't have an original photo of Granddaddy Purple yet.
Cover reference: The photograph above shows Purple Punch, not Granddaddy Purple. Closely related purple, fruit-led cultivar.
Have a photo of Granddaddy Purple that you took yourself? Send it to [email protected].
Archive descriptors
Record notes
Only descriptors supported by both the archive record and supplementary cultivar data are listed here.
Reported feelings
Flavour notes
Terpenes
Genetics
- Mendo Purps
- Skunk #1
- Afghanistan
Reported negatives
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Dizzy
Reported sensory and character descriptors vary by phenotype, batch and individual experience. They are not medical guidance.
Overview
Granddaddy Purple is documented here as a distinct cannabis cultivar.
History and origin
Introduced by Ken Estes in 2003 in California, GDP helped establish purple cannabis as a consumer category.
Genetics and lineage
The recorded lineage includes Mendo Purps x Skunk x Afghanistan. Some sources suggest Big Bud x Purple Urkle.
Flavour
The flavour vocabulary includes Grape, Berry, Sweet and Earthy.
Reported character
Commonly reported effects include Relaxed, Sleepy, Euphoric, Hungry and Happy.
Awards and reputation
Granddaddy Purple won the Green Cup in 2004 and is parent to Purple Punch and Cherry Pie.
Uncertainty and variation
This profile has no independently recorded aroma data. Cultivar names, potency and characteristics vary between growers, batches and phenotypes. The archive records a specific reviewed sample — it is not a current product specification.
Reported Effects of Granddaddy Purple
Users most commonly report feeling relaxed, sleepy, euphoric, hungry and happy after consuming Granddaddy Purple. These subjective effects are drawn from user-reported data and individual experiences vary considerably. The effects profile is influenced by the strain's dominant terpenes — Myrcene (aroma and mood), Caryophyllene (comfort and ease), and Pinene (freshness and energy) — as well as individual tolerance, consumption method and dosage.
Terpene Profile
The dominant terpenes recorded for Granddaddy Purple are Myrcene (an earthy, musky profile commonly associated with relaxation and the classic sedative sensation), Caryophyllene (a spicy, peppery character associated with comfort and ease) and Pinene (a sharp pine aroma linked to alertness and mental clarity). Terpene profiles can vary between phenotypes, growing conditions and curing methods.
For more on how terpenes influence the cannabis experience, see our guide to cannabis terpenes and browse the terpene directory.
Flowering Time and Cultivation
Granddaddy Purple has a typical indoor flowering time of approximately 8 to 9 weeks. Outdoor growers in the Northern Hemisphere can expect harvest around early October. The cultivar is known for compact indica structure, striking purple colouration in cooler temperatures, and moderate to high yields.
Cultivation information is provided for reference. Growing conditions, phenotype selection and cultivation skill materially affect outcomes.
Granddaddy Purple Questions
What is Granddaddy Purple?
Granddaddy Purple is classified as indica. Its recorded parent strains are Mendo Purps, Skunk #1 and Afghanistan.
Is Granddaddy Purple indica or sativa?
Granddaddy Purple is recorded as indica. Most modern cultivars are hybrids with both indica and sativa ancestry, so individual experiences can vary.
How strong is Granddaddy Purple?
The archive record notes THC 19% and CBD <1% for Granddaddy Purple. Actual potency varies between batches, growers and phenotypes.
Is Granddaddy Purple suitable for beginners?
Some consumers report feeling paranoid or anxious with Granddaddy Purple, so beginners should start with a very small amount and give it time before consuming more. Individual tolerance varies considerably.
What does Granddaddy Purple taste like?
The archive lists grape, berry, sweet and earthy as flavour notes for Granddaddy Purple.
What effects are reported for Granddaddy Purple?
Community-reported effects include relaxed, sleepy, euphoric, hungry and happy. Individual experience varies considerably.
What are the potential downsides of Granddaddy Purple?
Commonly reported side effects include dry mouth, dry eyes and dizzy. These are self-reported and vary widely between consumers.
What terpenes are in Granddaddy Purple?
The archive record lists myrcene, caryophyllene and pinene as terpenes associated with Granddaddy Purple.
What is the genetic lineage of Granddaddy Purple?
The recorded parent strains are Mendo Purps, Skunk #1 and Afghanistan. Lineage accounts can differ by breeder and source.
Is every Granddaddy Purple sample identical?
No. Phenotype, cultivation methods, storage conditions and batch differences can materially change appearance, aroma, flavour and reported character. The archive records what was observed in specific samples — your experience may differ.