Trends come and go in the cannabis world, but some strains are so inarguably excellent, they will always have devotees. Grand Daddy Purple has been a favorite since it was introduced by legendary cultivator, Ken Estes, in 2003. It’s said to be a cross between Purple Urk and Big Bud. This indica heritage rewards skilled cultivators with gorgeous results. Frosty trichomes frost dusty purple leaves. Delicate copper pistils wind through the dense bud structure. Just a casual glance indicates it was well loved and grew vigorously. The aroma has an effervescent quality, like quality sparkling grape juice. The scent of bright summer berries is heavy, too. Mellow citrus notes accompany, but they’re earthy, more like a Japanese yuzu than a conventional lemon. If you’re a person who enjoys fruity cannabis, the smell will alone intoxicate you. The flavor of the smoke is luxurious and sweet. It’s silky smooth on the inhale and a little spicy on the exhale. But even if you’re a cougher, you shouldn’t have any drama. Big hits are almost too easy to handle. Estes designed the strain to offer extraordinary relaxation and the munchies. And it delivers. It’s deeply relaxing and a favorite of people needing relief. It can also exorcise the lingering demons of a stressful day and will help you slip into the evening zone. You might experience an initial rush of euphoria, like a surge of energy is coming. It quickly settles into Zen spaciness. If you indulge heavily, not only will you be locked to the couch, the key to the lock will be thrown away. Immersive video games and intense record listening are the right activities once you’ve gone deep.