Granddaddy Purple ($244/oz.)
STRAIN OVERVIEW
With thick, resin-coated buds and bright orange hairs set against beautiful purple-hued leaves, Granddaddy Purple, aka “GDP,” is truly something to marvel at.
First introduced by Ken Estes in California back in 2003, the indica-dominant strain is a cross between Purple Urkle and Big Bud, and once you grab hold of its dense, oversized buds, it’s quite obvious where it gets its characteristics from. The strain’s large, compact size clearly stems from its Big Bud genetics, while the Purple Urkle Ancestry is responsible for the strain’s complex grape and berry flavor—a flavor that seems to pleasantly linger on in your mouth long after you hit it.
THE HIGH
Being a heavy indica-dominant strain, Granddaddy Purple delivers a strong body feeling coupled with a solid cerebral high that’s likely to keep you fixed in whatever spot you’re enjoying it. As such, it’s best used as an evening strain before bedtime or to decompress after a long day’s work.
MEDICAL BENEFITS
Granddaddy Purple is actually a rather popular medicinal strain, often grown specifically for hardcore medial patients seeking alternatives to some of the more dangerous and intense big-pharma treatment options. As a result, it’s a great strain for severe pain, appetite loss, muscle spasms, and even insomnia, as its powerful indica effects will surely get you catching some z’s in no time.
