Purple Sherbet strain guide
Purple Sherbet is an indica-leaning hybrid, most often given as a cross of Purple Kush and Sunset Sherbet. People know it for a sweet grape and berry smell and a giggly, relaxed feel. Its breeder is not documented.
Where does Purple Sherbet come from?
The cross most often given is Purple Kush with Sunset Sherbet, which makes it an indica-leaning hybrid. One strain database, another database and Grow Diaries all list those two parents, and that database puts the split at about 70% indica and 30% sativa. If you want the background on what that label means, see our indica vs sativa guide.
Who bred it is unknown, and one strain database says so directly. Some listings also describe it as a purple-leaning cut of Sunset Sherbet rather than a fresh cross, and a few name other parents such as Purple Urkle. That makes it a name that can mean slightly different plants depending on who grew it.
What does Purple Sherbet smell and taste like?
Listings describe a sweet, creamy smell with grape and ripe berry, and a spicy edge that shows up as the bud burns. One strain database's readers also mention grapefruit and mango, plus a hint of sage on the finish.
Caryophyllene is named as the dominant terpene on one strain database, and it is the source of that peppery note. We found no full terpene breakdown published for it, so treat anything beyond that as unconfirmed.
Purple Sherbet effects: what people report
Reviewers most often call it giggly, happy and relaxed, with a cheerful head change first and a calmer, heavier body feel later. Some describe it as creative or euphoric, and others find it sleepy, particularly in larger amounts.
These are experiences people report, not promises. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your own tolerance. Dry mouth and dry eyes are the most common complaints, and a few people mention paranoia.
How strong is Purple Sherbet?
Published figures vary a lot. Two strain databases both put it around 28% THC at the top end, while one strain database's breeder-style listing gives a range of about 18% to 24%, and CBD is typically under 1%.
That spread is a good reminder that the strain name tells you less than the label. Start with a small amount, and check the THC and CBD numbers on your batch, as covered in our guide to reading cannabis labels.
Buying Purple Sherbet in Canada
Names like Purple Sherbet, Purple Sherbert and Sherbet Punch get mixed up, and they are not all the same plant. Check the producer's listed parents on the package if they give them.
You might find it as dried flower, pre-rolls or vape products. Check the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date, since fresher flower keeps more of its smell.
Purple Sherbet vs Sunset Sherbet
Sunset Sherbet is one of Purple Sherbet's listed parents, and it is the one people usually mean by the plain word sherbet. Sunset Sherbet is known for a sweeter, fruit-forward smell, while Purple Sherbet is described as grapier and a bit heavier, since it brings in Purple Kush. Both get called happy and relaxed. If you want the brighter fruit, start with Sunset Sherbet. If you like grape and a calmer feel, try Purple Sherbet.
Strains like Purple Sherbet
If you like Purple Sherbet, these are the closest matches:
- Sunset Sherbet: one of its parents, with a sweeter, fruit-led smell.
- Purple Kush: the other parent, a classic indica with a grape and earth smell.
- Super Sherb: another sherbet-family strain with a candy and citrus tilt.
- Granddaddy Purple: a well-known purple strain with a similar grape smell and relaxed reputation.
