Cherry Pie

Cherry Pie

Cherry Pie is a sativa-leaning hybrid (60/40) born from Granddaddy Purple x Durban Poison. At 20-23% THC, this legendary cut wraps sweet cherry and earthy berry around a euphoric, uplifting high that keeps the conversation flowing. Best for day / night.

Thai Weed grown in Thailand.

The Story Behind Cherry Pie

Cherry Pie is Bay Area royalty. First bred in the early 2000s by Ken “PieGuy” Dumetz of Powerzzzup Genetics and Jai “Jigga” Chang, it helped lay the foundation for the broader Cookie Fam genetic library. If you’ve ever smoked Gelato, Sunset Sherbert, or GSC, you’ve experienced part of the family tree that Cherry Pie helped build.

The cross pairs two cannabis icons. Granddaddy Purple, the Californian classic that Ken Estes made famous in 2003, brings deep relaxation, stunning purple hues, and grape-forward sweetness. Durban Poison, the South African landrace sativa popularized by Ed Rosenthal and Sam the Skunkman, contributes uplifting energy and a spicy-sweet edge. The result is a strain with genuine heritage, one of those cultivars that proves staying power isn’t just about THC numbers. Cherry Pie earned its place through flavour, consistency, and a high that balances both sides of its genetics beautifully.

The Nose

Sweet and inviting. Ripe cherry leads the way, genuine fruit sweetness that isn’t artificial or candy-like. A sweet, slightly tart berry note sits right behind it, adding depth. The earthy base from the GDP side comes through when you break a nug, grounding all that fruit with something woody and warm. Myrcene drives the herbal, musky undertone, while Caryophyllene adds a subtle spiced note that keeps the nose from being one-dimensional. Pinene contributes a gentle freshness. Bright green buds with orange pistils and purple flecks throughout, moderately dense with a pleasant stickiness.

The Smoke

Smooth smoke with a fruity sweetness that coats the palate. The cherry flavour comes through clean on the inhale, sweet without being cloying. On the exhale, the earthy, berry notes take over, giving the smoke more substance. There’s a warmth to it, almost like baked cherries with a hint of brown sugar. The smoke isn’t particularly thick, and it burns evenly. The flavour stays consistent throughout, with the cherry becoming sweeter and richer toward the end of the joint.

The High

Euphoric from the first hit. The Durban Poison genetics kick in fast, lifting the mood and sparking a genuine happy glow. The uplifted feeling is clean and clear, no haze or confusion. As the sativa side settles in, a soft relaxation from the GDP lineage starts wrapping around the body, taking the edge off without pulling you down. The balance between head and body stays remarkably even throughout. Cherry Pie is one of those rare strains that’s just as good for a sunset beach session as it is for brunch with friends.

Effect group: Fun · Best time: Day / Night

Who Should Try Cherry Pie?

Cherry Pie sits at a gentle 1/5 intensity with 20-23% THC, making it one of the most approachable options on the shelf. New smokers will find it forgiving, and experienced heads will appreciate the terp quality and lineage. If you deal with stress, anxiety, or low mood, the euphoric, uplifting profile delivers consistent relief without overwhelm. The medium anxiety risk is minimal at this potency level, but sensitive smokers should still pace themselves with heady sativas. A true crowd-pleaser that works in almost any setting.

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