Purple Tangie strain guide
Purple Tangie is a sativa-leaning hybrid from the Tangie family, bred from Tangie and a purple strain nobody has named. It smells like orange and citrus with a little berry, and people mostly describe it as energetic and uplifted.
Where does Purple Tangie come from?
Two strain databases both trace it to Tangie, the citrus-heavy strain known for its tangerine smell. One strain database says the other parent is an unknown purple strain, and neither source names a breeder, so the full story is not well documented.
One strain database puts it at about 70% sativa, which lines up with how people describe it. Type labels are loose, though, and our indica vs sativa guide explains why.
What does Purple Tangie smell and taste like?
Citrus leads, mostly orange and grapefruit, much like its Tangie parent. One strain database adds berry and grape to the flavour, probably the purple side showing up, along with some sweet, spicy and dank notes.
One strain database lists limonene as its main terpene, followed by myrcene and caryophyllene. Limonene is the bright citrus, myrcene adds an earthy, musky base and caryophyllene a little spice.
Purple Tangie effects: what people report
People most often call it energetic, uplifted and focused, with a clear-headed feel and a happy, creative side. Some reviews describe a quick rush of euphoria at the start, and a few say it turns relaxed later on.
These are experiences people report, not promises. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your own tolerance. Dry mouth, dry eyes and headache come up most, and one strain database notes the busy, clear-headed feel can make some people anxious.
How strong is Purple Tangie?
The published numbers vary a lot. One strain database lists it at 12% THC, while another database lists 22%, and one reviewer on one strain database mentions a result in the low 20s. CBD is listed as low.
That wide range is a good reason to read the label on your package rather than going by the name. If it's new to you, start small. Our guide to reading cannabis labels explains the numbers.
Buying Purple Tangie in Canada
Since one parent is unknown, different producers may be growing fairly different plants under this name. Some batches will lean more citrus, others more berry.
Check the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date, since fresher flower keeps more of that orange smell.
Purple Tangie vs Tangie
Tangie is the parent and the bigger name, known for a loud tangerine smell and an upbeat feel. Purple Tangie keeps much of that citrus but adds berry and grape notes and a slightly earthier, spicier side. Both are described as energetic and uplifting. Tangie is better documented and easier to predict, so it's the place to start if you want pure orange. If you'd like that citrus with some berry mixed in, try Purple Tangie.
Strains like Purple Tangie
If you like Purple Tangie, these are the closest matches:
- Tangie: its parent, with the same bright tangerine smell and upbeat reputation.
- Tangie Dream: another Tangie cross that keeps the citrus front and centre.
- Sour Tangie: Tangie's citrus with a sharper, fuel-like edge.
- Agent Orange: an orange-scented, energetic strain in a similar style.
