Lightshade - Grandaddy Purps Strain

Grandaddy Purps

Grandaddy Purps


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With a soaring THC percentage, tasty grape flavor, and the ideal combination of terpenes, this is truly the granddaddy of weed strains. Also known as Granddaddy Purple, this indica-dominant hybrid beauty is a potent anxiety-busting weapon.

After a stressful day, we reach for Grandaddy Purps; it’s excellent for mental and physical relief. Sink into that potent couchlock as your worries drift off like soap bubbles, or savor the relaxation as you fall asleep.

Lightshade - Grandaddy Purps Strain

Strain Type: Indica-Dominant Hybrid

Created with a blend of 70% indica and 30% sativa genetics, Grandaddy Purps is a classic indica-dominant hybrid. Those indica tendencies mean this is a profoundly soothing and relaxing strain sure to wash all stress and strain away.

Still, don’t expect a pure indica blast of sedation—those sativa genetics have an important role to play. Creating a delightful sense of uplifted energy, it means this sleepytime strain also makes a great companion for creativity and daytime exploration.

Lineage

Brought to the mainstream in 2003 by the legendary Ken Estes, this famous indica dominant strain has a disputed lineage that might either combine Mendo Purps, Skunk, and Afghanistan, or Big Bud and Purple Urkle.

Wherever the precise strains that created it, this strain’s tasty grape and berry aromas come from its Ghani and Purps heritage, creating those distinctive deep purple blooms dusted in brilliantly sparkling white crystal resin.

How Does Grandaddy Purps Make You Feel?

Grandaddy Purps hits you hard and fast, coming on with a cerebral rush that will lift you out of your boots and leave you floating. You might also notice a slight numbing effect that will make your body feel loose and tingly as your mind begins to soar.

This floating, dreamy feeling will intensify more and more, as a slightly psychedelic sensation begins to creep up pleasantly around the edges of your consciousness. At a high dose, your mind will begin to go fully galactic, summoning trippy visions and wild dreams.

As your mind soars higher and higher, your body will begin to relax into deeper and deeper sensations of comfort and ease. Warm, tingly vibrations will pass through your body before you begin to sink into a restful, restorative slumber.

THC Potency

Clocking in at an impressive 24% average THC level, Grandaddy Purps is here to get the job done. Beginning consumers should start low and slow—this strain is a heavy hitter.

For an experienced consumer, those ultra-high THC levels offer a welcome escape from the mundane world. Paired with a unique array of minor cannabinoids that intensify the psychedelic effects it creates, it offers a trippy vacation in smokable form.

Strain Aromas

You definitely know when Grandaddy Purp has entered the room—its distinctive aroma leaves no room for doubt. Powerful wafts of sweet berry and grape candy are paired with a heavy, pungent spice that lingers long after your smoke session is done.

Strain Flavor

On the inhale, you’ll notice a super sweet, sugary grape flavor that might remind you of a much loved grape candy of your childhood. Exhale, and this strain’s powerhouse status will become clear, leaving behind a pungent and powerful aftertaste.

Grandaddy Purps's Most Prominent Terpenes

Myrcene
Bringing grounding, centering sensations to this high flier, grounding myrcene also contributes to that pungently lingering aftertaste and spicy aroma.

Linalool
Bliss boosting linalool helps supercharge this strain’s warm, tingly sensations and powerfully relaxing and soothing effects, while adding a dose of pain relieving power.

Alpha Pinene
Centering, grounding, and relaxing, earthy Alpha Pinene will transport you to a lovely forest landscape with notes of damp earth and minerals.

Lightshade Ganjier Zach Recommends Strains like Grandaddy Purps

Looking for more classic indica-dominant powerhouse strains to blast your blues away?

Lightshade Ganjier Zach York is here with the hot tips:

Sharing Grandaddy Purp’s nostalgic flavor profile, Mac and Cheese is a slightly more sativa heavy take on this classic indica soother.

With a uniquely floral, herbal flavor profile, elegant Lavender Jones is a true show stopper, sending you off into a state of giggly, silly bliss.

Creamy, dreamy, and totally tasty, high THC Gelato Cake goes down smooth, and packs a powerful punch just like Grandaddy Purp’s.

Budtender Reviews

Grandaddy Purp is a true OG, the kind of strain we reach for when we’re looking for a nostalgic and potent trip down memory lane. Old heads and new users alike will find that this strain truly is the cure for a bad day, turning your frown upside down.

We love pairing this strain with our comfiest loungewear, a good movie, and plenty of snacks. Sink into the couch and let your mind wander as Grandaddy washes your worries away, leaving you grooving on high vibrations as you drift off to dreamland.

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Lightshade Dispensary - Dalae OG Strain

Dalae OG

Dalae OG


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Potently euphoric, Dalae OG is a strain that sends you on a swooping, soaring high before plunging you into a deep and restful slumber. While novice users might be intimidated by this powerful strain, experienced users know it’s one to savor.

With a rumored lineage that goes all the way back to the infamous OG Kush, this indica-dominant heavy hitter is truly one of the greats. Offering blended mind and body high, it’s a tidal wave of good vibes ready to wash your worries away.

Lightshade Dispensary - Dalae OG Strain

Strain Type: Slightly Indica Dominant

It’s difficult to find a precise genetic breakdown of this storied strain, which was bred in the way cannabis used to be before scientifically minded hybridists tweaked strains in the lab. Dalae OG is old school in the best way, artistically created to be a true masterpiece.

However, we do know that its genetic composition tends slightly towards the indica. With both indica and sativa influences, the high starts off energetic and bright before settling into a slow, soothing, full-body sense of relaxation and ease.

Lineage

Created by Rare Dankness Seeds, Dalae OG is a blend of genetics from Triangle Kush and Rare Dankness #1, two of the brand’s signature strains. The folks at Rare Dankness knew what they were doing when they combined these two powerhouses.

Dalae OG draws its creativity-stimulating and relaxing effects from Triangle Kush, which also contributes some great social strain energy. Rare Dankness #1 is a staple of hybrid breeding, with heavy, dank effects and a tasty flavor that keeps you coming back for more.

How Does Dalae OG Make You Feel?

When the Dalae OG high first hits, you’ll likely feel a sense of mental and physical uplift. These early stages are characterized by chattiness and silly, fun vibes, perfect for partying or blasting through a creative project.

Deep, relaxing calm will fill your body as the high settles in, pairing perfectly with that buzzing, active mind. You’ll feel at ease as the urge to get stuff done disappears, leaving you to simply be.

The calm will grow stronger and stronger, melting away that energetic uplift into a pleasant, full-body buzz. Wild dreams will wash over you as you sink into a restful, restorative sleep, waking up refreshed and replenished.

THC Potency

Boasting a 22% THC level, Dalae OG is a truly powerful strain that true cannabis connoisseurs best appreciate. New consumers should start low and go slow with this heavy hitter.

Those sky-high THC levels are paired with an elevated concentration of the cannabinoid CBG. Reducing stress and anxiety while boosting mental energy and focus keeps you locked into Dalae OG’s wild ride.

Strain Aromas

Breathing in Dalae OG is a bit like walking through a lemon orchard in a rainstorm. Citrus notes predominate, with sour earthy notes and a slight hint of sweet uplift inviting you to take another whiff.

Strain Flavor

You’ll be blown away by this strain’s lemon meringue flavor on the inhale. Bright, citrusy, and sweet, it has a slight marshmallow undertone. Sweetness dominates the exhale, pairing a sugary flavor with earthy, slightly funky notes.

Dalae OG's Most Prominent Terpenes

Limonene
Those bright, zesty flavors might have tipped you off—citrusy limonene is the star of the show here. It creates a powerfully euphoric uplift and gives this strain its signature energetic boost.

Myrcene
Thank herbal myrcene if you love the earthy notes on Dalae OG’s exhale. It brings the high down to earth with grounding, centering sensations, filling you with profound ease.

Caryophyllene
Mindful and centering, spicy caryophyllene uplifts this strain, boosting creativity, focus, and mental clarity.

Lightshade Ganjier Zach Recommends Strains like Dalae OG

If you’re looking for more strains to keep that heavy-hitting, indica-leaning journey going, Lightshade Ganjier Zach York has got you covered:

Mirroring Dalae OG’s high THC power, GG4 is a rocket-boosted indica-leaning strain that’ll leave you blissed out and wobbly in the best way.

An indica-leaning indulgence,  Ice Cream Cake is known for its sweet, creamy notes that make it feel like every day’s your birthday.

A perfect blend of mental euphoria and physical relaxation, Lavender Jones’ herbal notes and deeply relaxing powers are like a smokable spa day.

Budtender Reviews

Heavy hitting enough to impact the days when you need it most, Lightshade budtenders reach for Dalae OG when we’re looking to wash our troubles and cares away. It’s like a factory reset in smokable form.

If your friends are fellow cannabis lovers, this makes for a great sleepover strain. Start out the night chatting over popcorn and a movie, then transition into a blissed-out cuddle puddle before you dream the night away.

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Lightshade Dispensary - Durban Poison Strain

Durban Poison

Durban Poison


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The flower equivalent of a cartoon character bonked over the head with a hammer, this popular South African cannabis strain is a well-established favorite of serious cannabis enthusiasts the world over—including Lightshade customers.

Originating in South Africa, Durban Poison was brought stateside in the 1970s by cannabis activist Ed Rosenthal and shared with legendary early adopters like Sam the Skunkman. These days, it’s known as an old-school favorite with heavy-hitting modern appeal.

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Strain Type: Sativa

One of the most famous sativa strains, Durban Poison, is genetic purity at its finest. With 100% sativa genetics, it offers a potent experience that’s a rarity in the hybrid era, summoning intense old-school appeal.

Because it’s a true sativa, you can expect an uplifting ride. You’ll feel energetic, with a tendency towards chattiness and an urge to groove. Break this one out when you need a little extra pep in your step—Durban Poison always brings the sunshine.

Lineage

Durban Poison is the rarest bird in the cannabis world: a true single-origin strain. Created by nature rather than breeding, this flower’s ancestors can grow naturally in the hills of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province, bordering the port city of Durban.

South Africans have enjoyed this indigenous strain for generations, but it only made its way to the broader cannabis world in the 70s. Those fond of actual OG consumption experiences will love savoring this heritage strain.

How Does Durban Poison Make You Feel?

High THC levels and a distinctive array of minor cannabinoids mean that Durban Poison comes on strong, with a near-instantaneous onset. As you exhale, you’ll notice a surge of euphoric energy that feels like it is inching up the incline of a roller coaster.

Plunge into the high as your spirits soar, with a happy, bubbly feeling that’ll lift your mood instantly. The stage is great for creativity and running errands, as Durban Poison makes checking off the items on your to-do list feel positively exhilarating.

As the high begins to fade, that energetic espresso boost will diminish, leaving you with a comfortable, blissed-out buzz. Settle into feelings of positivity and lingering good vibes, or light up again to ride that coaster from the top.

THC Potency

Clocking in at an impressive THC level of 24%, Durban Poison is one of the most powerful of the Indigenous landrace strains. This one-two punch of cannabis goodness is purely natural, making the wild ride it provides all the more impressive.

Beginning consumers should start low and go slow with this potent strain, while experienced cannabis fans will savor its impressive impact.

Strain Aromas

The smell of Durban Poison always reminds us of walking through a pine forest. Breathe in, and you’ll notice notes of pure piney, earthy resin with a slight hint of citrus. A lingering wild honey sweetness completes the bouquet.

Strain Flavor

Durban Poison’s flavors are more subtle than some of the engineered strains. It is the cannabis equivalent of an heirloom tomato vs. a packet of ketchup. Expect notes of wet earth, minerals, and verdant green pine with a subtly sweet undertone.

Durban Poison's Most Prominent Terpenes

Terpinolene
With fruity and herbal tasting notes, balancing terpinolene creates a lovely blend of euphoric and joyful effects, centering your energy and leaving you refreshed.

Myrcene 
Soothing, relaxing myrcene gives this strain its earthy flavor and piney aroma. Its effects are grounding, spreading full-body sensations of ease and relaxation.

Ocimene
Octimene, a rare terpene packed with antioxidants, is valued for its anti-inflammatory powers and uplifting effects. Blasting away stress and sadness, it’s an instant mood improver.

Lightshade Ganjier Zach Recommends Strains like Durban Poison

Love Durban Poison’s pure sativa experience? Lightshade Gangier Zach York has a few more strains to add to your list:

Inspiring flights of creativity, Lucinda Williams is all about uplifting without overwhelm. Let your spirits soar, and don’t be surprised if you’re inspired to break out in song.

Perfect for socializing, going out, or blasting through items on your to-do list, energetic powerhouse White 99 is here to get the job done.

If you’re looking for a sativa-heavy hybrid, Tropicana Banana is a perfect place to branch out. Those indica effects will make you feel like you’re soaking up the tropical sunshine.

Budtender Reviews

With its heritage appeal and powerful effects, Lightshade budtenders love sharing this strain with fellow cannabis connoisseurs. It’s the perfect pairing for days when you’re overwhelmed, inspiring you to get through the dullest errands quickly.

Durban Poison also makes an ideal party strain. Pass it around at your next social gathering, and watch conversation take flight and good vibes prevail. Inspiring feats of creativity and fancy, it’s here for a good time.

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Sour Chunk

Sour Chunk


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Named for its mouth-puckering flavor and oversized buds coated in sticky resin, Sour Chunk delivers a profoundly enjoyable experience, famous for its instant effects and lack of a come down. Big, bold, and beautiful, this strain has serious shelf appeal.

Those big buds bring the visual pop, and once you take your first toke you’ll see this strain is more than just good looks. A beautifully balanced sativa-dominant hybrid, Sour Chunk goes down easy, creating a pleasantly focused and engaging high.

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Strain Type: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid

A classic sativa-dominant hybrid, Sour Chunk delivers an uplifting and energizing experience perfectly complimented by those soothing indica genetics. Bright but not too buzzy, it’s the strain equivalent of an excellent cup of espresso.

Expect a high that comes on fast, delivering an instant infusion of euphoric, cerebral energy that’s perfect for getting creative and crossing off everything on your to-do list. The indica genetics enter on the come down, easing you off into an elevated yet relaxed mental state.

Lineage

A powerful and pungent blend of Deep Chunk and East Coast Sour Diesel, Sour Chunk brings a modern edge to these two classic and much-loved strains.

East Coast Sour Diesel gives Sour Chunk its infamously instant come on, with a quick uplift that’ll send you soaring. Old-school Deep Chunk is a nostalgic favorite, contributing its distinctive sticky, resin-coated appeal. Together they make for a unique and appealing strain.

How does Sour Chunk make you feel?

The Sour Chunk high comes on fast and impactful, creating a near instant buzz the second you exhale. After delivering an instant dose of euphoric relief, the high drifts, lingering in your body and relaxing your mind.

At first, you’ll notice a sense of overwhelming joy and happiness, sometimes accompanied by a case of the giggles. Expect this strain to spark your imagination, leaving you feeling creative and focused as you get down to business—or simply savor the sensation.

The Sour Chunk high doesn’t hang around too long, fading with almost no comedown. It’s great for times when you need a quick hit of the good stuff, with none of the unpleasant aftereffects. Enjoy the high then get back to real life, or toke up again and take another spin on this one of a kind ride.

THC Potency

Clocking in with a manageable average 12% THC level, Sour Chunk is the perfect strain when you want uplift without overwhelm.

Those relatively easygoing THC levels make this an excellent session strain or an ideal solution to aches, pains, and a case of the blahs. This is a strain that gets in, gets out, and gets it done—without any negative lingering aftereffects or a prolonged comedown.

Strain Aromas

The first aromatic note you’ll notice with Sour Chunk is a sweet, earthy fruit scent—like a ripe plum lying in soft, rich earth. Breathe deeper and you’ll notice uplifting notes of citrus, which are especially vibrant when you break the nugs apart.

Strain Flavor

Sour Chunk’s flavor profile is the inverse of its aromas, with grapefruit sourness prevailing on the inhale. Exhale, and those fruity, earthy notes will make a comeback, lingering pleasantly on the tongue long after your smoking session is done.

Sour Chunk’s Most Prominent Terpenes

Limonene

The name and those citrusy aromas might have given it away, but Sour Chunk’s dominant terpene is brightly energetic limonene, which gives this strain its euphoric kick

Myrcene

Blending transcendent joy and deep, full-body relaxation, soothing myrcene brings Sour Chunk’s rocket ride back down to earth, giving this strain fruity flavors and aromas.

Caryophyllene

If you’re using this strain to stay focused, thank caryophyllene. Peppery and spicy, it gives Sour Chunk its uniquely mindful experience.

Lightshade Ganjier Zach Recommends Strains like Sour Chunk

Love that signature Sour Chunk focus? Looking for another strain that offers a euphoric boost of delight? Lightshade Ganjier Zach York has you covered:

Named after the legendary queen of country music, Lucenda Williams creates uplifted effects without the jitter, delivering an exceptionally well-balanced high.

Known for its signature orange and blue hairs, White 99 is just as pretty as Sour Chunk, with a more potent THC kick if you’re looking for a turbocharged experience.

Energetic, uplifted, and euphoric, Tropicana Banana is a 60/40 sativa-dominant hybrid that’ll leave you relaxed yet locked in to the sensations of the world around you.

Budtender Reviews

While it’s a much loved recreational strain, Lightshade budtenders also frequently reach for Sour Chunk when they need an easy dose of medical relief. Banishing all aches and pains in an instant, it’s the ideal remedy for a long and taxing day.

Because of its instant onset and easy come down, we love keeping this strain on us for emergency indulgence purposes. It’s excellent for daytime use, and is the perfect companion for those days when your list of things to do seems endless and you need a little help from a friend.

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Super Boof

Super Boof


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The slightly silly name might have clued you in—Super Boof is the strain to reach for when you’re in search of a giggly good time. The smell and taste are pure black cherry sweetness, creating a taste that lingers long after your smoke sesh ends.

Aside from its sensory appeal, this tasty strain offers something for everyone, with a perfectly balanced genetic profile of indica and sativa influences. Expect a well-tempered and indulgent high that blissfully blends mind and body effects.

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Strain Type: Balanced Hybrid

We love a balanced beauty at Lightshade, and Super Boof’s 50/50 blend makes it one of the greats. Combining indica and sativa genetics, this strain offers relaxation without couchlock and uplift without overwhelm. Basically, it’s the best of both worlds.

Those sativa genetics create an instantaneous head rush, filling your mind with a tangle of creative ideas. Indica softens the energetic rocket ride, soothing and relaxing your mind and filling your body with a sense of blissful ease.

Lineage

A supercharged hybrid strain created by blending Tropicana Cookies and Black Cherry Punch, Super Boof’s distinctive deep-green chunky buds makes it look like a clone of its parents.

Tropicana Cookies brings a burst of bright citrus flavor, plus supercharged creativity boosting effects. Black Cherry Punch delivers ultra high THC levels wrapped up in a sweet tart cherry bow. Together, they create an indulgent and unforgettable descendant.

How does Super Boof make you feel?

Super Boof’s effects come on strong and suddenly, hitting almost as soon as you exhale. The ultra high THC levels are practically unmatched in the marketplace, so this supercharged consumption experience is really something to savor.

Those sativa effects make themselves known first, with cerebral uplift flowing through your mind and body, leaving you creative and uplifted. This is the perfect stage for getting artistic, or simply sinking into a daydream as you enjoy the world around you.

As the high settles in, that sense of ease and relaxation will grow deeper and deeper. Your mind will unwind and your limbs will grow heavy as aches and pains wash away, leaving you relaxed yet alert. Enjoy those blended effects as this powerful high lingers long after you’re done consuming.

THC Potency

With THC levels averaging a staggering 30%, Super Boof is definitely supercharged and best reserved for experienced cannabis consumers.

If you’re struggling with pesky mind or body ailments other strains soothe but don’t eliminate, you’ll love this one—there’s a good reason Super Boof is so beloved by medical users.

Start low and go slow with this powerful strain, enjoying its strong effects in moderation to prevent overwhelm.

Strain Aromas

Super Boof has a complex and intriguing aroma that clues you into the adventure to come. The top notes are super sour and citrusy, with an orange blossom sweetness. Underneath, you’ll notice lingering hints of nutty earth, with a slight vanilly cookie warmth.

Strain Flavor

As you inhale this powerful strain you’ll experience a major head rush, accompanied by tasty wild berry flavors. The exhale has nutty, almond notes, with undertones of warm plum crumble, cinnamony and sweet.

Super Boof’s Most Prominent Terpenes

Myrcene

Balanced myrcene brings the perfect blended effects this strain is known for, delivering those famously sweet, fruity flavors and aromas.

Limonene

Energetic limonene delivers a lovely uplift to this laid-back strain, contributing a bright citrusy aroma and flavor notes reminiscent of a lemon meringue pie.

Caryophyllene

Peppery and spicy, caryophyllene gives Super Boof a delightful kick. It also brings that uplifting energy, boosting your creativity and sending you soaring skyward.

Lightshade Ganjier Zach Recommends Strains like Super Boof

Love Super Boof’s well-balanced consumption experience and heavy hitting high? Lightshade Ganjier Zach York has a few more strains to add to your rotation:

If you’re a fan of this strain’s tropicana heritage, Tropicana Banana should be next on your list. With a 60/40 balance of sativa and indica genes, it’s a slightly more energetic take on this balanced blend.

Pairing earthbound ease with soaring, space-age euphoria, Moon Boots is a balanced hybrid that brings the rocket ride good vibes.

Sharing Super Boof’s hybrid appeal, Lilac Diesel #22 is a true indulgence, with relaxing and mentally uplifting effects and a juicy, delicious flavor.

Budtender Reviews

Super Boof’s delightful, giggly effects and supercharged THC level means that Lightshade budtenders break out this strain when they need a serious good time. Blasting away the bad day blahs, it’s practically guaranteed to leave you blissed out and vibing.

We love pairing this social strain with friendly gatherings at home, or adventurous outings with friends. Even better—take in a comedy classic and stock up on the popcorn for the ultimate movie night.

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Pink Runtz

Pink Runtz


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Tingly, buzzy, and powerful, Pink Runtz is a strain that’ll leave you a thousand miles away from your worries, and feeling pretty good about it. No wonder this evenly balanced hybrid is a constant Lightshade customer favorite.

The aromatic and flavor profiles are reminiscent of a great sour candy, with a sweet tart bite that’ll have you coming back for more. Pairing buzzy, giggly mental bliss with warm and tingly body effects, it’s the perfect strain to blast away a bad day.

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Strain Type: Balanced Hybrid

Pink Runtz blends a perfect 50/50 balance of indica and sativa genetics to create a unique mixture of elevating and soothing mental and psychological effects. Energizing but not too buzzy, relaxing but not couchlock-inducing, it offers a little something for everyone.

This strain’s infamously powerful smoking experience, paired with those blended genetics, means that the experience it creates is uniquely transporting and delightful. Expect a high that leaves you feeling floaty, giggly, and blissed out for hours to come.

Lineage

Pink Runtz’s origins are somewhat shrouded in mystery—but most experts agree that this unique flower was created as a phenotype of the legendary Runtz strain, which is itself a cross of Zkittlez and Gelato.

Zkittlez, also known as Original Z, brings that awesome candy shop flavor and mouth-puckering appeal, as well as soothing indica effects. Gelato keeps things fruity, creamy, and sweet, with a high dose of THC. Together, they combine to create this much-hyped cannabis connoisseur favorite.

How does Pink Runtz make you feel?

Sweeping, soaring joy is the first sensation Pink Runtz conveys, lifting you out of the everyday blahs and into the bright sunshine of this delightful high. Expect uplifted, giggly bliss that chases any negativity away.

Once those bad vibes have been vanquished, the happy blissful feelings intensify. Your mind will be filled with a buzzy, unfocused sensation of general happiness and contentment, as your body begins to relax.

As the high intensifies, you might feel a tingling sensation spreading through your body, washing away aches and pains and leaving you completely at ease. Relax into the experience as your mind soars, and your body experiences a state of restful ease.

THC Potency

An average 24% concentration of THC means this candy flavored delight certainly isn’t kid stuff—this strain is best reserved for experienced cannabis consumers.

Don’t let those big numbers deter you though. This well-balanced strain offers an uplifted and never overwhelming ride that will sweep you off your feet and leave you blissed out. Just remember to start low and go slow to prevent that too-high sensation.

Strain Aromas

Pink Runtz is known for its sweet, enticing aroma that draws you in and makes you want to take a toke or two. When you light the nugs you’ll notice a distinctive sour, citrusy note that grows stronger the longer they burn.

Strain Flavor

Sweet, fruity, and totally craveable, Pink Runtz has a black cherry, wild berry flavor with just a hint of citrus bite to keep things interesting. If you’ve got a sweet tooth or like nibbling your way through a bag of sour candy, this bud’s for you.

Pink Runtz’s Most Prominent Terpenes

Limonene

Bright, citrusy limonene is the star of the show here, creating a sense of powerful euphoric uplift and zingy energy that will leave you buzzing.

Linalool

Warm, tingly, and relaxation-promoting, blissed out linalool is responsible for this strain’s powerful full-body pain-relieving effects.

Caryophyllene

Boosting mental clarity, creativity, and focus, spicy caryophyllene brings the energy, and makes this balanced strain a powerfully mindful, centering experience.

Lightshade Ganjier Zach Recommends Strains like Pink Runtz

Loving Pink Runtz’s balanced blend of indica and sativa genetics, and tasty sweet and sour flavor? Lightshade Ganjier Zach York has a few more strains to add to your rotation:

A little more on the herbal side of the flavor spectrum, Lilac Diesel #22 is a spa day in flower form. Its flavor is as juicy and delicious as Pink Runtz, with an added floral aftertaste.

Sharing this strain’s radical blah-blasting powers, Moon Boots is a perfectly balanced, blended rocket ride that blends full-body relaxation with a spacy sense of blissed out ease.

If you’re seeking a strain with true sleepytime energy, White Dawg is the one to reach for. A little more relaxation-promoting than Pink Runtz, it’ll leave you dreamy and drifting away.

Budtender Reviews

Pink Runtz has long been something of a legendary strain in the cannabis community, and once Lightshade budtenders got a toke of it, the appeal was obvious. A powerful strain that goes down easy, it’s a delightfully indulgent experience.

We love pairing this tasty strain with social outings, bonding with our nearest and dearest as we ride that happy, giggly high. It’s equally at home on a night in, when it effortlessly blasts away the pressures of your day and leaves you relaxed, euphoric, and completely at ease.

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Kush Mints

Kush Mints


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If you’re looking for a tasty mints strain that offers a perfectly balanced high, Kush Mints might be your new favorite. This hybrid strain banishes anxiety and chronic pain, leaving you relaxed and soothed.

This strain’s whole-body and mind effects are accompanied by a tasty minty flavor that brings a pop of bright energy to the experience. A taste sensation with a powerful high to match, Kush Mints is simply irresistible.

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Strain Type: Balanced Hybrid

With a perfectly calibrated balance of 50/50 sativa and indica genetics, Kush Mints is designed to deliver the best of both worlds. There’s something for everyone when it comes to this tasty and indulgent strain.

Indica genetics keep things relaxing, creating Kush Mints’ famous mind-melting power. But just when you’re drifting off to dreamland, that sativa delivers a bright burst of energy that’ll have you soaring toward the stars.

Lineage

Kush Mints was created by blending Bubba Kush and Animal Mints—two legendary hybrid strains that combined to create this awesome offspring.

Bubba Kush brings chocolate and coffee flavors, along with powerful sedating effects that make this strain a true OG. Animal Mints brightens up this soothing experience with its signature minty flavors and that sweet sativa uplift.

How does Kush Mints make you feel?

The Kush Mints high starts with a subtle tingling at your neck or the base of your spine. Then a warming sensation gradually spreads through your whole body, soothing and sedating you into a state of deep relaxation.

As the high intensifies, waves of sleepy, dreamy warmth fill you with a powerful sensation of peace and ease. Your mind will quiet as your body begins to relax, soothing stress and ending anxious thoughts.

The minty flavor lingers as you relax into the high, offering a surprising kick of sativa energy that might send your imagination soaring—or have you wandering toward the kitchen as those munchies set in.

THC Potency

Kush Mints has a tasty flavor that might tempt you to come back for more, but remember that this powerful strain has a 23% THC level. Starting low and going slow is definitely the move here.

Strain Aromas

With notes of rich, spicy cafe de olla and cinnamon sticks, Kush Mints is a true treat for the senses. Undertones of earthy, sweet pine and that classic mint kick lend complexity to the indulgent aromatic profile.

Strain Flavor

Like a mint chocolate chip sundae dripping in hot fudge, Kush Mints is all indulgent sweetness. Notes of fresh coffee and earthy pine add intrigue to this taste sensation, with a lingering mint taste that’ll leave you craving more.

Kush Mints’ Most Prominent Terpenes

Limonene 

Bright, zesty limonene tickles the palette and sparks the senses, bringing a gentle uplift and surprising creativity boosting power to this relaxing strain.

Linalool

Linalool gives this strain its famously warm and tingly relaxation-promoting effects, making it an excellent candidate for medical consumption.

Caryophyllene

Soothing and sedating, earthy caryophyllene melts away your worries and cares, leaving you utterly centered and calm.

Lightshade Ganjier Zach Recommends Strains Like Kush Mints

If you’re a fan of Kush Mints’ tasty consumption experience and stress-melting power, Lightshade Ganjier Zach York has a few more strains for you to try:

Juicy, delicious, and relaxing Lilac Diesel #22 is a true indulgence, pairing perfectly with socializing, creativity, or just kicking back on the couch.

Take a rocket ride with Moon Boots, a balanced hybrid strain that blends earthbound relaxation with soaring, spacy euphoria.

Pairing mental uplift with a body high that rivals melatonin, White Dawg takes Kush Mints’ potent medicinal power to the next level.

Budtender Reviews

Whether you’re looking to elevate a good day, or make a bad day better, Kush Mints is the strain to reach for. Tasty enough to feel like an indulgence, it provides a well-balanced moment of self-care that’s guaranteed to give you what you need.

We love this strain for a stress-free evening at home with loved ones, but it can also be enjoyed solo, enjoying a movie marathon, unwinding on the couch, or getting creative in the kitchen once those potent munchies set in.

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Crescendo #11

Crescendo #11


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An indica-dominant hybrid with storied parentage, Crescendo #11 is a true connoisseur’s strain. Offering potent but never overpowering effects, this Lightshade customer favorite is sure to become a regular in your rotation.

Get in touch with your inner child as you savor Crescendo #11’s giggly, relaxed, and playful high, or enjoy this strain’s pain and stress-busting powers for whatever ails you. Great for both medical and recreational consumption, it’s a strain for all seasons.

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Strain Type: Indica-Dominant Hybrid

Indica-heavy genetics—70% to be precise—are responsible for Crescendo #11’s uplifting, euphoric, and energizing effects.

But with 30% sativa, the uplift never gets too buzzy, and the experience is grounded with a warm, tingly sense of full-body ease.

Lineage

Sometimes described as Crescendo’s little sister, Crescendo #11 has everything that makes Crescendo great—and more.

Crescendo senior was created by crossbreeding three legendary strains—ChemDawg, I-95, and Mandarin Cookies—for a delicious and powerful experience. Crescendo #11 packs all of that goodness into a single bud for a truly unique sensation.

How does Crescendo #11 make you feel?

With tasty flavors and an intriguing aroma, Crescendo #11 has a way of sneaking up on you. As you begin to indulge, the high will settle in slowly, gradually filling your body with a pleasant sensation similar to a weighted blanket.

As those physical sensations intensify, the mental uplift arrives. Tingly, pleasant sensations will spread through your mind, making you feel giggly and soothed. You might want to chat with friends during this stage, or put on some good music and let your imagination soar.

Toward the tail end of the high, the physical sensations will deepen into a relaxing, tingly, and warm feeling, almost like soaking in an invisible hot tub. Settle in and stretch out as bliss spreads through your body and delight fills your mind.

THC Potency

With a moderately high THC average of around 18%, Crescendo #11 is no lightweight—but it also isn’t one of those mega THC bomb strains that leads to easy overwhelm.

Enjoy powerful but never overblown experience, with an irresistible onset of sensations that will leave you soothed without leading to couchlock. It’s the perfect strain to indulge in when you still need to get things done.

Strain Aromas

Crescendo #11’s potent aroma hints to the good times ahead. The bouquet is complex, with green, herbaceous, and botanical notes reminiscent of a cup of soothing herbal tea. Notes of spicy, sour diesel complete the aromatic profile.

Strain Flavor

Breathe deep when you smoke Crescendo #11, and you’ll almost imagine you’re savoring a great cup of espresso. You’ll taste coffee along with sweet and spicy sensations of cinnamon and clove. Exhale, and a light, sweet touch of flowery rose comes in, intriguing and delighting the palette.

Crescendo #11's Most Prominent Terpenes

Myrcene

Promoting a relaxing yet euphoric experience, myrcene also brings a sweet, fruity and herbal flavor and energizing effects.

Limonene

Zesty, fruity, and bright, citrusy limonene creates this strain’s unique uplift, while lending an imagination-boosting dose of creative power.

Caryophyllene

With a complex, herbal flavor, soothing caryophyllene is responsible for this strain’s ability to summon sensations of profound ease.

Lightshade Ganjier Zach Recommends Strains Like Crescendo #11

Love the indica-dominant experience and tasty flavor profile of Crescendo #11? Lightshade Ganjier Zach York has a few more strains you’ll love:

Show stopping strain Lavender Jones shares Crescendo #11’s uniquely floral, herbaceous flavor profile, sending you into a state of easy, giggly bliss.

With powerful effects and a nostalgic flavor profile, Ice Cream Cake will melt away your worries, leaving you feeling like a sundae in the summer sun.

If you’re looking for an indica-dominant hybrid with extra couchlock powers, GG4 is the strain for you. Pairing perfectly with cartoons and a daytime nap, it’s the ultimate self-care strain.

Budtender Reviews

Offering a unique blend of relaxing and energizing effects, Lightshade budtenders often describe Crescendo #11 as the ultimate kick back strain. Let those bodily sensations soothe you as your mind (and tongue) gets loose.

This easygoing strain is excellent for sharing with both newbies and fellow cannabis connoisseurs, with a little something to offer everyone. Spark up a memorable connection, start a dance party, or just unwind—this strain is here for it all.

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Chitral Hero

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Tucked away in the mountains of Pakistan is Chitral, a scenic little town with a potent secret: It’s home to some of the world’s most ancient and storied cannabis strains. Chitral Hero is named for this region, a pure indica that delivers a one-of-a-kind experience.

Bred from heritage stock, Chitral Hero is a must-try for all die-hard indica fans. Calming, relaxing, and deeply centering, it’s like a silent meditation retreat in flower form. Just one puff will make you feel like you’re floating over a mountain in a faraway land.

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Strain Type: True Indica

Chitral Hero is an indica lover’s indica, perfect for people who are seeking a pure and intense distillation of everything that makes this strain type great. It is cannabis history in smokable form, capturing hundreds of years of carefully bred genetics.

But this compulsively smokable strain is no museum piece. Packed with tasty flavors and delightful aromatic notes, it delivers a high to be savored, with powerful and lingering effects. As storied as it is enjoyable, Chitral Hero is sure to earn a prominent place in your indica rotation.

Lineage

Created by breeding Pakistani Chitral Kush and Hindu Kush, Chitral Hero shares the best qualities of its famous and historic parents.

Both strains are pure indicas with deep roots in cannabis history. Pakistani Chitral Kush brings earthy caramel sweetness and floral undertones, while Hindu Kush lends a subtle and earthy aroma of aged sandalwood. Together they create a treat for indica aficionados.

How does Chitral Hero make you feel?

Chitral Hero is the kind of strain whose effects come on subtly and gracefully, taking a while to make themselves known. Don’t expect the instant one-two punch of modern powerhouse strains—this is a smoking experience that unfolds as leisurely and beautifully as a symphony.

Once you begin smoking, tingly, warm sensations will spread through your body, making you want to lie down and relax. Follow that urge and ride the high as your relaxation grows more and more powerful, washing over your body and clearing your mind.

You’ll notice a growing feeling of contentment and ease as the high begins to build. Your muscles will become totally relaxed, and your imagination will soar, reaching new heights as you drift off into a deep and restful sleep.

THC Potency

With average THC levels of 21%, Chitral Hero packs a serious punch that makes it excellent for medical consumption. Often utilized for the treatment of aches, pains, anxiety, and sadness, it’s a powerful and effective tool for your wellness arsenal.

High CBD levels pair perfectly with that THC-packed smoking experience, making this strain a truly versatile beauty. Fighting inflammation and bringing a sense of ease, these cannabinoids create the perfect blend of mind and body effects.

Strain Aromas

Chitral Hero has a light, fruity aroma, with notes of high mountain wildflowers and bright, green herbs. Breathe deeper and you’ll notice base notes of ripe fruit, with a slightly sweet and sour brambleberry punch.

Strain Flavor

On the inhale, you’ll notice a sweet dulce de leche flavor, paired with hints of warm herbs and vanilla. Exhale and those herbaceous, berry notes make themselves known, adding a distinctive sugary brightness.

Chitral Hero's Most Prominent Terpenes

Pinene

Giving this strain the calming aromas of a pine forest, pinene brings the bliss. It creates a perfectly centered, grounding, and balancing vibe that will leave you utterly relaxed.

Limonene

Creativity boosting, euphoria promoting limonene keeps things interesting, adding a pleasantly slight uplift and sweet and sour flavor to this grounded strain.

Terpinolene

Sweet and calming terpinolene creates a perfect balance of floaty, euphoric, and uplifting effects paired with a centered, relaxing calm, plus notes of green herbs and fresh fruit.

Lightshade Ganjier Zach Recommends Strains Like Chitral Hero

Loving that true indica experience and those laid back vibes? Lightshade Ganjier Zach York has a few more strains to add to your arsenal:

Berry bright and irresistibly sweet, Member Berry #3 is a long-lasting, hard-hitting strain that’ll leave you totally blissed out and sedated.

Parking that sweet and sour berry flavor with classic cookie notes, Black Cherry Cookies summons free-floating good vibes and a sense of laid-back happiness.

Perfect for unwinding after a long day, indica-dominant Bubba Fett offers calming, centering, and deeply meditative full-body effects.

Budtender Reviews

Chitral Hero is a true connoisseur’s strain, so it’s one Lightshade budtenders break out when we’re really looking to impress. With serious street cred and a storied past, it’ll impress your most discerning fellow cannabis fans.

We love pairing this laid-back strain with self-care days at home, listening to good music, hanging with friends, or enjoying long, meandering philosophical talks. It also goes perfectly with a cup of hot mint tea and a comfy couch, or time spent lounging in the great outdoors and enjoying the sunshine.

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E85

E85


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E85 has long been a highly sought-after—and pricey—darling of the luxury cannabis world. We’re bringing this once exotic and rare customer favorite to the people, sharing the pleasures of this sweet, fruity, and citrus classic far and wide.

Known to be extremely pleasing to the senses, E85 is beloved for its signature fruity and dessert-like aroma and taste that’ll make you want to sneak a few more tasty tokes. But tread lightly—this high-octane strain is best for experienced cannabis consumers.

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Strain Type: Hybrid

E85 has a mysterious background that makes it difficult to pin down its indica and sativa genetics, but one thing’s for sure: This strain perfectly balances effects from both sides of the cannabis spectrum.

At first, E85 smokes like a sativa, bringing on euphoria, a sense of bliss, and a carefree, giggly energy. As the high settles in, you’ll notice those soothing, centering indica effects that induce an almost meditative state.

Lineage

Unlike most of the strains we offer, E85’s exact genetic lineage is a closely guarded mystery, but those in the know say it might be a blend of Super Lemon Cherry Gelato and Runtz.

It makes sense to us. Lemon Cherry Gelato shares E85’s famous mind and body buzz, along with those tasty, fruity flavors. Runtz tastes and smells just like its namesake candy, and E85 has that same sugary appeal. We may never know the whole truth, but it’s certainly a compelling theory.

How does E85 make you feel?

The E85 high is known for its complexity, creating a multifaceted journey for your mind and body. Once you inhale those tasty flavors, sit back, relax, and let the sensations wash over you. Something special is about to happen.

The high comes on fast and strong, with a potent full-body punch of simultaneously soothing and uplifting effects. You may experience a tingling sensation as warm waves of euphoria melt away pain and anxiety.

As the experience settles in, you’ll notice an overwhelming sense of well-being. It’s impossible to stress out on this soothing strain. Everyday worries and cares shrink as you soar skyward.

THC Potency

Bred from two high THC strains, E85 is known for packing a serious punch, meaning it’s a strain best enjoyed by more experienced consumers. The exact percentage is unknown, but with estimates as high as 30%, it’s safe to say E85 is a heavy hitter.

Due to its potent effects, this strain is often used for medical relief, but it’s great for recreational consumption, too. Just remember to start low and go slow, because this strain doesn’t mess around.

Strain Aromas

Breathe deep and you’ll notice E85’s famous fruity notes. Carefully cured aromatic compounds summon memories of blooming cherry blossoms and ripe peaches warmed by the sun. Undertones of earthy sweetness round out the delightful aroma.

Strain Flavor

E85 is known for its indulgent flavor profile, with buttery, sweet and sour notes that remind us of a fresh-baked slice of cherry pie. A hint of citrus sourness from gelato genetics makes these flavors utterly irresistible.

E85’s Most Prominent Terpenes

Caryophyllene 

Lending a slight kick to this strain’s soothing profile, peppery, spicy caryophyllene always keeps things interesting.

Limonene 

Bright and zesty, uplifting limonene pairs perfectly with the slight sativa energy that makes this strain such a well-balanced beauty.

Myrcene 

Relaxing and euphoric, with a strong herbal flavor, myrcene gives Hans Solo Burger its signature spa day energy.

Lightshade Ganjier Zach Recommends Strains Like E85

With E85’s unique combination of powerful effects and delicious flavors and aromas, similar strains are hard to find—but Lightshade Ganjier Zach York has you covered.

Want to pair those bakery fresh sensations with a scoop of ice cream? Creamy, sweet Gelato Cake is a tasty strain that’ll leave you blissed out and dreamy.

For a high that’ll make you feel like you’re blissfully baking in the sun on a distant shore, reach for Tropicana Banana, an accessible crowd-pleaser packed with island-inspired flavors.

Pairing cerebral bliss and euphoria with full-body relaxation, Lavender Jones shares E85’s blended effects and potent power.

Budtender Reviews

“It’s a super danky strain and hits heavy everytime”

Whether you’re smoking with cannabis connoisseurs or simply looking to indulge yourself, E85 is what we reach for when we’re in the mood for something truly special. Tasty, sweet, and totally transporting, it’s a strain that’s sure to impress.

The blend of mind-elevating and body-soothing effects make E85 an excellent social strain for times when you want to get groovy on the dance floor or really sink into a good conversation. But this strain is also excellent for a night in, pairing perfectly with your favorite self-care activities.

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