By: Giulia Alvarez-Katz
A cool drink of water, such a sweet surprise: this is Cherry Pie. Cherry Pie, the sweet and sour strain child of Grandaddy Purple and Durban Poison, is a tantalizing option for any cannabis enthusiast to try. It’s a hybrid known for its relatively high THC content.
Cherry Pie At A Glance
| Effects | Flavors | Common Use | THC % | CBD % | Type |
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16-18% | <1% | Hybrid:
60% Indica 40% Sativa |
What is Cherry Pie cannabis?
While no single grower has claimed to be the originator of this strain, its relative popularity means that numerous people have had the chance to experience what this strain has to offer.
We don’t know exactly how long Cherry Pie has been making the rounds because of this mysterious origin story, but regardless, we are glad to know about it.
What sets this strain apart from its parents, as well as all other strains, is its reported capacity to relax body and mind while allowing the user to remain lucid and clear-headed.
This means that it’s a great option for those wanting to unwind without experiencing what is known in the cannabis world as ‘couch-lock’.
To many, there is such a thing as too much relaxation… but this strain puts all those worries to bed, both literally and figuratively.
This strain works to keep the user present and mindful while having the potential to reduce anxiety and soothe a tense body.
Cherry Pie review: Flavor, smell, appearance
Cherry Pie, like many other strains named after foods, evokes the aroma and flavor of its namesake.
The combination of its earthy, hashy top notes and the fruity, sour base notes is supremely reminiscent of the classic mix of nutty, buttery crust and juicy, saccharine, cooked cherry.
Flavor
While Cherry Pie’s aroma lingers in the realm of fruit and earth, its flavor is deeply evocative of a mood: On the exhale, Cherry Pie transports the user to an extravagant Russian tea house, enchanting them with an initial tannic carnality reminiscent of black tea.
This melts gorgeously with the rich cherry notes so, in the mouth, they taste like preserves. It is the sort of flavor profile that captivates and entices.
Aroma
With proper curing, Cherry Pie’s fragrance is strong and rich, the cherry note making a grand entrance with support from its earthier floral and herbaceous aspects.
Breaking up these dense and lush buds allows for those earthy notes to fully flourish and strike a delicious balance between them and the seemingly incongruous aroma of fruit.
Upon combustion, the likeness to pie becomes ever-clearer: Cherry Pie bursts forth with a nutty toasted biscuit scent that is well-balanced by the subsequent fruitiness that emerges. Dessert fans rejoice!
Appearance
The buds of Cherry Pie are squat and girthy but packed so densely their weight is palpable in the hand.
They’re bright green and lightly contrasted with squashlike pistil tendrils of clementine orange and a deep, night-sky purple.
The crystalline smattering of silvery trichomes only serves to further remind us of an impossibly starry sky.
Mind and Body Effects of Cherry Pie
Cherry Pie is notable for its higher-than-average THC content, and the balance of effects has been said to be particularly helpful and appropriate for many different purposes.
It must be noted that each individual’s physiology– and how their body reacts– is different, and not all reported effects may be experienced by all.
That said, many have reported that Cherry Pie is known to have a potent cerebral effect almost immediately, which peters out gently into a physically tranquil, calm state.
Cherry Pie is popular for its ability to put a smile on people’s faces while allowing them to keep a clear head.
Despite its slightly higher concentration of Indica genetics, the Sativa aspect stabilizes and can promote focused and creative activity.
Possible medical benefits of Cherry Pie
Cherry Pie could be a great option for those seeking the medical benefits that cannabis can provide. Its terpenic profile includes a majority concentration of Myrcene, followed by Caryophyllene and Pinene.
Myrcene in particular, and especially in such notable amounts, has been shown in lab studies to produce analgesic (pain-relieving) effects.
Furthermore, several Cherry Pie users have noted that they enjoy this strain because it relieved their pain while allowing them to work or play unhindered.
Review of Cherry Pie side effects
The more commonly reported negative side effects of using Cherry Pie were dry mouth and dry eyes, while other, but fewer, people noticed dizziness or paranoia.
However, some positive side effects users mentioned included giggliness, creative impulses, and a stimulated appetite.
To sum it up: Cherry Pie review
Cherry pie is a powerful hybrid strain best known for its distinctive flavor and aroma profile. It’s reported as having a potent but lucid cerebral effect as well as having a deep, physically relaxing effect.
Cherry Pie works great in the daytime or the evening due to its versatility. Furthermore, its terpenic profile indicates it might have potential as an option for pain relief as well.
Cherry Pie is worth trying for anyone, both those new to cannabis as well as those more seasoned users in the market for something special. This delectable strain is a must-try.
FAQS
Is Cherry Pie a Sativa or Indica?
Cherry Pie is a hybrid, with a slightly higher Indica content (60%) than Sativa content (40%).
Is Cherry Pie strain exotic?
Yes. Many growers and dispensaries do offer this strain (especially in Canada, California, and Massachusetts), but because none of the biggest growers have stepped up to claim the credit for its creation, finding it could perhaps pose a challenge.
What is the Cherry Pie strain price?
This strain is most easily found in Canada, where its price per 28 grams is about CAD 260.00, or $11.00 CAD/g
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Giulia Alvarez-Katz is a writer who focuses on cannabis culture and lifestyle.