Forbidden Runtz strain guide
Forbidden Runtz is an indica-leaning hybrid from the Runtz family. People know it for a sweet berry and candy smell with a little pine and gas, and for a relaxed, euphoric feel. Its exact parents depend on who you ask.
Where does Forbidden Runtz come from?
Every source agrees that Runtz is one parent. The other is less settled. Some listings give Forbidden Fruit, while others name Forbidden Zkittlez, a different strain. Seed company Growers Choice sells a Forbidden Runtz, and more than one breeder has released a project under the name, which likely explains the mix-up.
So the honest answer is: a Runtz cross with a "Forbidden" partner, and the details vary by seed line or cut. It's usually described as about 65% indica and 35% sativa.
What does Forbidden Runtz smell and taste like?
Forbidden Runtz smells sweet first: tropical berries and fruity candy, with a woody pine note and a hint of diesel underneath. Reviewers also mention grapefruit and sour cherry candy.
Published terpene results most often show caryophyllene, myrcene and pinene, though sources disagree on whether caryophyllene or myrcene leads. Caryophyllene brings a peppery bite, myrcene an earthy sweetness and pinene the pine on the exhale. The flavour is usually sweet berry and candy with a woody finish.
Forbidden Runtz effects: what people report
People most often describe Forbidden Runtz as relaxed and euphoric, with a mood lift a few minutes in and a soft, tingly body feel after. Many call it sleepy as it settles, while some reviewers found it more creative, giggly or focused.
These are experiences people report, not promises. Dry mouth and dry eyes are the most common complaints. Because it's often listed with higher THC, it's usually pointed at people with some experience.
How strong is Forbidden Runtz?
Forbidden Runtz is a high-THC strain. Listings put it at about 20% to 26% THC, and one seed company's listing claims up to 28%. CBD is low.
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Buying Forbidden Runtz in Canada
Because more than one breeder has used the name, two Forbidden Runtz products may come from different genetics. There's also an autoflowering seed version with a different lineage again. If the producer lists the parents, that tells you which one you're getting.
You might find it as dried flower, pre-rolls or vapes. Check the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date, since fresher flower keeps more of that candy smell.
Forbidden Runtz vs Runtz
Runtz is the parent every source agrees on. Both smell sweet and candy-like, but Forbidden Runtz adds more berry and a woody pine note, while Runtz leans sugary candy with a creamy finish. Both are called happy and relaxed, and Forbidden Runtz is more often described as sleepy and leans further toward indica. If you want the classic candy smell, start with Runtz. If you'd like a berrier, more settled take, try Forbidden Runtz.
Strains like Forbidden Runtz
If you like Forbidden Runtz, these are the closest matches:
- Runtz: the agreed parent, with the same sweet candy smell.
- Forbidden Fruit: the other parent in some listings, with a tropical, cherry and citrus smell.
- Zkittlez: a Runtz parent with a fruity candy smell and a calm reputation.
- Purple Runtz: another Runtz-family strain with sweet grape and candy notes.
