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Purple Mints

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Purple Mints has balanced effects.

Purple Mints is a modern hybrid cannabis strain derived from the cross-breeding of Skunk No. 1 and Girl Scout Cookies. Suited for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, the plant reaches maturity after a 63-day flowering period. It is categorized as a moderate difficulty grow, capable of producing a high yield for experienced and novice cultivators alike.

The aromatic and flavor profile of Purple Mints is defined by a complex terpene architecture, led by the dominant caryophyllene, followed by myrcene and limonene. This intricate blend also includes humulene, nerolidol, linalool, p-cymene, bisabolol, beta-pinene, guaiol, pinene, caryophyllene-oxide, camphene, borneol, terpinolene, and geraniol. This diverse chemical spectrum contributes to the specific nuanced sensory experience characteristic of the strain.

Users of this THC-dominant cultivar report feeling relaxed, happy, and uplifted. These effects make the strain a frequent choice for the management of stress, pain, and sleep difficulties. Beyond its individual therapeutic utility, Purple Mints has contributed to the broader genetic landscape of modern cannabis, standing as the direct parent of the offspring known as Faust.

Terpene Profile

Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.

caryophyllene ~60%myrcene ~28%limonene ~12%
TerpeneShare
caryophyllene~60%
myrcene~28%
limonene~12%

Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.

~60%

spicy

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relaxingsocialfocus
+ myrcene+ humulene+ limonene

Russo 2011: only terpene that is a selective full CB2 agonist (100 nM); Gertsch et al. 2008: acts as dietary cannabinoid; unique anti-inflammatory and gastric cytoprotective properties.

~28%

earthy

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relaxingsolosleep
+ linalool+ caryophyllene+ nerolidol− pinene− terpinolene

Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.

~12%

citrus

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socialcreativefocus
+ linalool+ caryophyllene+ pinene− myrcene− nerolidol

Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.

Effects

Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.

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relaxed

evening

Primary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.

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happy

anytime
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uplifted

morning

Limonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.

Genetic Profile

Balanced Hybrid

■ Indica 50%■ Sativa 50%

Equal indica and sativa genetics. Balanced body and mind effects.

THC-Dominant

High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.

Genealogy

Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Purple Mints.

Siblings

Share parents skunk no 1 / girl scout cookies

Cookies and CreamlimoneneGelatolimoneneGusherscaryophylleneSunset SherbetcaryophylleneA1 CoronacaryophylleneAdamsmyrceneAfter PartycaryophylleneAlderaan Cookies AutomaticcaryophylleneAlien CookiescaryophylleneAmnesia CookiescaryophylleneApples and BananasmyrceneAuto Do-Si-Dos CookiescaryophylleneAuto Fro-YocaryophylleneNona F1 ProjectcaryophylleneBad DoggcaryophylleneBanana SunrisecaryophylleneBaxter StockmanmyrceneBlueberry CheesecakecaryophylleneBooberry Cookies RBXcaryophylleneBookiesmyrceneCereal MilklimoneneCharm CookiescaryophylleneChiara KushcaryophylleneChurch of NevilmyrceneConnoisseur CookiescaryophylleneCookie FevercaryophylleneCookiescaryophylleneCrayzie CookiescaryophylleneDurban CookiescaryophylleneFire Afghan Cookiescaryophyllene

Offspring — 1 strains bred from Purple Mints

Faustcaryophyllene
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Composite Traits

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Similar strains

Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Purple Mints indica or sativa?

Purple Mints is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).

What terpene is dominant in Purple Mints?

Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.

Is Purple Mints good for daytime use?

Purple Mints is versatile and works across different times of day depending on dose and individual response.

How accurate is this data?

See the "Data confidence" card in the sidebar. Terpene profiles and effects are chemistry-informed estimates — individual responses depend on phenotype, source, and personal chemistry.