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Indica-leaning Hybrid

Black Cherry Punch Strain

Purple Punch meets Black Cherry Pie — dark cherry, berry and a heavy, sleepy finish.

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Type
~80% indica / 20% sativa
Lineage
Purple Punch × Black Cherry Pie
Breeder
In House Genetics (most-cited cut)
Top terpene
Myrcene
Top effects
Relaxed, Tingly, Sleepy
Best for
Evening or nighttime

Strain Overview

Black Cherry Punch pairs Purple Punch, the grape-candy indica famous for knocking people out, with Black Cherry Pie (Blackberry Kush × Cherry Pie). The result is an indica-leaning hybrid that smells like dark cherries and tastes like berry punch.

It's a nighttime strain for most people. The high opens with a warm, tingly euphoria and slides into deep body relaxation and, at higher doses, sleep.

Effects

  • Relaxed
  • Tingly
  • Sleepy
  • Euphoric
  • Hungry

How it feels

Calming
Energizing

A mostly calming strain — euphoric and tingly at first, heavy and sleepy by the end. Best time: Evening or nighttime — a quiet night in or right before bed.

Possible side effects reported by users: Dry mouth, Dry eyes, Dizziness, Heavy sedation at high doses. Effects vary by person and batch — start low and go slow.

Genetics & Lineage

Purple Punch
×
Black Cherry Pie
=
Black Cherry Punch

Black Cherry Punch came out of the late-2010s wave of dessert-style hybrids. The cut most associated with the name comes from In House Genetics, and several seed makers have since released their own versions — including a different Blackberry Kush × Cherry Pie line sold under the same name — so the name doesn't always point to one exact plant. It started on West Coast menus and spread nationally from there.

Terpenes

Terpenes are the aromatic compounds that give each strain its smell and shape how it feels. These are the terpenes most often reported for Black Cherry Punch; exact levels vary batch to batch, so check the COA for the jar you buy.

  • MyrceneEarthy · musky · ripe fruitThe most common terpene in cannabis. Smells like ripe mango and damp earth, and is the one most often linked to a heavy, relaxed body feel.
  • LimoneneCitrus peel · brightThe zesty terpene also found in lemon and orange rinds. Usually tied to an upbeat, mood-lifting start.
  • CaryophylleneBlack pepper · spice · woodThe peppery terpene in black pepper and cloves. It's the only common terpene known to interact directly with the body's CB2 receptors.

Aroma, Flavor & Appearance

Aroma

Sweet dark cherry and berry with floral notes over earthy, piney, woody undertones. Some people compare it to fruit punch or cherry candy.

Flavor

Sweet cherry and mixed berry on the inhale, then a floral, slightly herbal and piney finish.

Appearance

Looks vary by cut — from minty-green, frosty, grape-shaped nugs with light-orange hairs to deep purple, almost black buds when grown with cool nights.

Shop It as THCa Flower

Our strains are hemp-derived THCa flower. THCa is the raw, non-intoxicating form of THC found in the living plant; when it's heated (smoked or vaped), it converts into THC. Every batch is third-party lab tested for potency and Delta-9 THC compliance, and the full Certificate of Analysis is on our Lab Results page.

FAQ

What is Black Cherry Punch a cross of?

Purple Punch × Black Cherry Pie. Black Cherry Pie itself is Blackberry Kush × Cherry Pie.

Is Black Cherry Punch indica or sativa?

Indica-leaning — most sources put it around 80% indica.

Is Black Cherry Punch good for sleep?

Many users report it as relaxing and sleepy, which is why it's usually smoked at night. Everyone reacts differently, so start low.

What does Black Cherry Punch taste like?

Sweet dark cherry and berry punch with a floral, piney finish.

Who bred Black Cherry Punch?

The best-known cut is credited to In House Genetics. Other seed companies sell their own versions under the same name.

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Sources

Strain genetics, effects and terpene information are compiled from public strain databases and user reports, and can vary by grower and batch. Potency figures are from the latest Certificate of Analysis for each product. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA; this product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. For adults 21+ only.