Purple Monkey Balls strain guide
Purple Monkey Balls is an indica-leaning strain known for its grape-like smell and a relaxed, giggly feel. Its parents are not well documented, but sources agree it mixes a purple Northern California strain with an Afghan indica.
Where does Purple Monkey Balls come from?
The family tree here is murky. Sources agree on the broad shape: a purple strain from Northern California crossed with an Afghan indica, which is why it's called indica-leaning. They disagree on the details. One listing names Mendocino Purps and Afghani as the parents, while another names Granddaddy Purple and an Afghan line called Deep Chunk.
Because there's no agreement on the parents, we don't list a firm cross. The breeder isn't named in either source we checked, and the name is a joke that has stuck around, so treat any single origin story with a pinch of salt.
What does Purple Monkey Balls smell and taste like?
The smell is mostly grape and berry, sweet and a bit like juice, with pine, earth and a woody edge underneath. Some reviewers also pick up a gassy or diesel note.
One listing reports pinene first, then myrcene and caryophyllene. Pinene adds the pine, myrcene a soft earthy side and caryophyllene a little pepper. Only one source publishes terpenes for it, so batches may differ.
Purple Monkey Balls effects: what people report
People most often call it relaxed, giggly and happy, and some mention a strong appetite. It's usually described as a heavy, settled strain, and plenty of people keep it for the end of the day.
These are experiences people report, not promises. Dry mouth is the most common complaint, and a few people feel anxious or paranoid, especially with larger amounts. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your own tolerance.
How strong is Purple Monkey Balls?
Published listings put it at about 18% to 19% THC, which is around the middle of the range for dried flower today. One retail listing showed a far higher number, but it looked like a different kind of product, so we haven't counted it.
The numbers on your own batch matter more than the strain name. Our guide to reading cannabis labels explains what to look for, including THCA vs THC.
Buying Purple Monkey Balls in Canada
Different growers may use different cuts, and as the family tree is unclear, two jars with the same name can smell and feel different. Check the THC and CBD numbers, the terpene list if there is one, and the packaging date on the label.
You may find it as dried flower, pre-rolls or concentrates. If you're new to indica-leaning strains, start with a small amount.
Purple Monkey Balls vs Granddaddy Purple
Granddaddy Purple is the better-known purple strain, and it's named as a possible parent in one listing, though not all sources agree. Both lean on grape and berry smells and a relaxed feel. Purple Monkey Balls adds more pine and earth and a giggly streak, while Granddaddy Purple is more often described as sweet and grape-forward. If you want the classic grape candy smell, start with Granddaddy Purple. If you like a bit more earth and pine, try Purple Monkey Balls.
Strains like Purple Monkey Balls
If you like Purple Monkey Balls, these are the closest matches:
- Granddaddy Purple: the best-known purple strain, with grape and berry flavour and a calm reputation.
- Purple Urkle: a deep purple strain with a similar grape-leaning smell.
- Mendocino Purps: a Northern California purple strain named as a possible parent.
- Afghani: the Afghan indica side of the family, earthier and heavier.
