Strain Review: Purple Platinum, Trust Your Sense of Smell.

This colourful beauty was described to me by a friend at Legacy 420 (in Tyendinaga, Mohawk Territory in eastern Ontario, Canada) as one, exceptionally strong indica that I simply must try.

This recommendation was given to me after they heard me fawning over another strain, that I just love called Black Diamond.

I had spotted Black Diamond on their menu board and instantly went to its sample jar and in a decidedly unladylike manner, I immediately buried my nose in the jar to inhale its beloved terpene profile.

I think I said something like "mmmmh, Black Diamond, I can't live without you."

This was met by a comment from a very wise sage of a man who politely commented to me, "Well, Rebecca I understand that you have a very discerning nose and might I recommend that you at least smell this, while your here?"

"It's the strongest indica that we have right now and it's for seasoned canna-seurs. I think that if you like our Black Diamond, you'll really appreciate and enjoy Purple Platinum."

(I actually really liked this man the moment that I met him a few months ago....and it wasn't because he offered me a toke off of the biggest fattie that I'd ever seen. I just liked his energy. If I had to guess, I'd say that he's in his late forties and he has the most gorgeous long silver hair...like really long, down to his waist long. He's honest and quietly confident.)

I said, "Oh yeah?" "Let me give it a go."

I promptly stuck my nose in Purple Platinum's sample jar and inhaled as deeply as I could.

I was immediately hit with intense pine, then sweet fruit and then a musky, earthy smell.

I couldn't get my money out of my purse fast enough. I bought 3.5 grams.

Visually this flower is stunning. Orange calyxes, both purple and green leaves and absolutely loaded with milky crystals.

Once I got it home, I tried to do a little research and found conflicting information. Some reports suggested it was a true indica while others suggested it was a hybrid with indica being 80% dominant. I read that the parents might include Purple Kush, Purple Urkle and OG Kush.

One common denominator among all the reviews and reports was that the strain was an outstanding strain to treat both muscle spasms and insomnia, but it was strong. So strong, that only experienced cannabis users should try it. (It might as well have been labelled with my name on it, I thought.)

I broke up a small bud in my Santa Cruz grinder.

Then, I loaded my Boundless CF Vapourizer.

It was delicious! I could immediately taste pine and sweet fruit with just a hint of musky earth.

On 6 inhalations, it produced a fairly strong body stone, yet my head felt surprisingly clear and I slept very deeply.

I would highly recommend this strain to anyone who needs help to relax their muscles and to sleep.

It over-delivers on both counts. It easily relaxed my tight muscles and I equally appreciated its sedative capabilities.

I regret that I didn't buy more of this glorious flower. 

I welcome your comments and I invite you to follow me on my journey.

~ Rebecca Ryan