Purple Dragon

Purple Dragon breaks the sleepy-indica script, stirring up an energetic first act before it settles. Outside sources credit Purple Urkle crossed with Blue Dragon, while our record lists Mendocino Purps and Purple Urkle, so the second parent is unconfirmed. We type it as an indica at 19% THC with no CBD.

Alpha-humulene leads the terpene panel at 0.88%, a rare top spot, followed by beta-caryophyllene at 0.41%, beta-myrcene at 0.33% and alpha-pinene at 0.23%. The flavor tags read fruity, sweet and earthy, and outside notes describe a smooth, musky aroma with a floral taste. The effect list is tingly, energetic, focused, calm, happy and sleepy, a wide spread that fits the description of effects changing over time.

Dry eyes and dry mouth are the listed downsides. Outside reviewers rank hungry and tingly highest. Because the early stage is lively and the later stage is relaxing, time it for the start of a quiet evening rather than before something demanding.

A modest first dose lets you see where the shift happens.