Platinum Purple Kush strain guide
Platinum Purple Kush is a heavy indica usually linked to the Purple Kush family. People know it for an earthy grape and berry smell and for a relaxed, sleepy feel that most save for the end of the day. Its exact lineage is not well documented.
Where does Platinum Purple Kush come from?
Platinum Purple Kush has no well-documented breeder or full family tree. One major strain site describes it as a cross of Purple Kush without naming the other parent, and other sources don't list its lineage at all.
It also goes by Platinum Purple or Purple Platinum. Be careful with that last name, since at least one product called Purple Platinum is a different plant with its own lineage. Listings agree that it's a strong indica, often given as about 90% indica.
What does Platinum Purple Kush smell and taste like?
Most people describe an earthy, grapey smell with sweet berry notes, and some pick up something floral, close to violets. A few call it skunky or find the earthiness strong.
Published terpene results list caryophyllene first, followed by myrcene and humulene. Caryophyllene adds a peppery bite, myrcene the earthy, musky base and humulene a woody, herbal note. The flavour is usually sweet grape and berry over an earthy finish.
Platinum Purple Kush effects: what people report
Reports lean strongly toward relaxed and sleepy, with a heavy body feel. Hunger comes up often. Some people describe a brighter, more alert start before it turns sedating, and one reviewer said they kept their focus.
These are experiences people report, not promises. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your own tolerance. Dry mouth is the most common complaint, and some people mention dry eyes, dizziness or feeling anxious. Reviews are mixed, with at least one person finding it weaker than expected.
How strong is Platinum Purple Kush?
Platinum Purple Kush is usually a high-THC strain. Listings put it at about 18% to 23% THC, with many results near the top of that range and very little CBD.
If you're new to it, start with a small amount and give it time before having more. The THC and CBD numbers for your batch are on the label, and they matter more than the strain name.
Buying Platinum Purple Kush in Canada
Because the name has a few variations, read the label carefully. A product called Purple Platinum may not be this strain at all, so check the producer's description.
If you find it, it will most likely be dried flower or pre-rolls. Check the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date, since fresher flower keeps more of its grape smell.
Platinum Purple Kush vs Purple Kush
Purple Kush is the strain Platinum Purple Kush is most often linked to, and the two are close in the jar: earthy, sweet grape with berry notes. Both get described as heavy, relaxing and sleepy, with hunger along for the ride. Purple Kush has the better-documented history, a cross of Hindu Kush and Purple Afghani, and is listed at about 19% to 22% THC, close to Platinum Purple Kush's range. If you want the known classic, start with Purple Kush. If you see Platinum Purple Kush, expect something similar.
Strains like Platinum Purple Kush
If you like Platinum Purple Kush, these are the closest matches:
- Purple Kush: its most likely relative, with the same earthy grape smell and heavy feel.
- Platinum Kush: a heavy, sleepy indica with a sweet, hashy smell.
- Granddaddy Purple: a classic purple indica with sweet grape and berry notes.
- Hindu Kush: the landrace behind Purple Kush, earthy, woody and calm.
