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Hybrid strainPurple Mac
Purple Mac is a hybrid strain with the lineage MAC1 × Purple Punch. Typical aromas include vanilla, earthy and herbal notes. The effects are generally described as euphoric, relaxing and creative. The flowering time is currently listed as 9-10 weeks.
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Aroma, effects and terpenes
Aromas
- earthy
- herbal
- floral
- grape
Effects
Terpenes
Cannabinoid profile
Recorded ranges
These values are provided for orientation. Actual concentrations may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.
Genetics
Parent line and family tree
Purple Mac is at the top. Below are the documented parent lines through the 4th generation.
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StrainPurple Mac
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ParentsPurple Punch
- GrandparentsLarry OG
- GrandparentsGrand Daddy Purple
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ParentsMAC 1
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GrandparentsAlien Cookies
- 3rd generationAlien Dawg
- 3rd generationGirl Scout Cookies
- 3rd generationGSC Forum Cut
- 3rd generationAliendog
- GrandparentsAlien Cookies F2
- GrandparentsMiracle 15
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GrandparentsAlien Cookies
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ParentsPurple Punch
Editorial profile
Purple Mac in detail
Origin & classification
Purple Mac is a hybrid strain from MAC1 × Purple Punch. Greenpoint Seeds is named as the breeder of this strain. With up to 23 % THC, Purple Mac clearly falls into the more potent range. CBD plays more of a minor role at up to 1 %.
Aroma & flavour
Purple Mac’s aroma primarily shows vanilla, earthy, herbal and floral notes. Pinene, Limonene and Caryophyllene complement this impression well and give the profile additional depth. The blend of sweeter and classically spicy notes makes the strain more distinctive than many smoother standard hybrids.
Terpene profile
Purple Mac’s effects are generally described as euphoric, relaxing and creative. This is precisely what often makes the strain interesting: it does not lean in just one direction, but appeals to both the mind and body.
Effect tendency
The flowering time is roughly 62 to 70 days. The frequently mentioned resin production is also clearly one of the characteristics that define this strain. Alongside the aroma, the combination of resin, flower density and solid yield is often highlighted.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
Purple Mac is therefore particularly suited to people who want to experience aroma and effects in as balanced a combination as possible. Those who appreciate classic, direct and less polished strain profiles may find this direction more appealing than purely trend-driven strains.
Further classification
A THC value of up to 23 % makes Purple Mac noticeably more pronounced than milder strains. With up to 1 %, CBD remains only a minor element of Purple Mac’s profile. Aromatically, it shows a sweet, fruity direction: vanilla, earthy, herbal, floral and fruity. It is primarily described as euphoric, relaxing and creative. At its foundation is a cross of MAC1 x Purple Punch. With Purple Mac, the aroma is not merely an addition, but a central part of the strain’s identity. Limonene pairs particularly well with Purple Mac’s sweet, fruity side and gives it a fresher contour. When comparing it with other strains, this effect profile is often more informative than a single THC value. The parent strains are therefore not only an indication of origin, but also help compare Purple Mac more accurately with similar strains.
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Frequently asked questions about Purple Mac
What type of strain is Purple Mac?
We list Purple Mac as a hybrid strain with the parent line MAC1 × Purple Punch.
What genetics are behind Purple Mac?
Purple Mac’s parent line is MAC1 × Purple Punch.
What does Purple Mac smell and taste like?
Aromatically, Purple Mac is primarily associated with vanilla, earthy, herbal, floral, fruity, sweet, citrusy, spicy, berry, grape and candy-like notes. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.
Which terpenes are associated with Purple Mac?
Purple Mac’s profile features Pinene, Limonene and Caryophyllene. They complement the described aroma profile.
What effects can be expected from Purple Mac?
We primarily describe Purple Mac as euphoric, relaxing and creative. Effects are subjective impressions and are not a medical promise.
How high is Purple Mac’s THC content?
A THC range of 23 % is listed for Purple Mac. Actual values may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.
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