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The 5 Best Fruity Weed Strains

An image of a nug of cannabis flower leaning against a strawberry to indicate that this is a blog about fruity weed strains.
Fruity weed strains may taste like berries, mangoes, grapes and more because of their terpene profiles.

Feast your eyes on these fruity weed strains that pair amazing flavors with pleasurable effects for a fun new experience. Varying flavors in cannabis strains result from the synergistic effects of terpenes and flavonoids, which are not psychoactive by themselves, but provide health benefits and additional supportive effects. When weed strains taste and smell like berries, mangoes, cherries, grapes or bananas, it’s due to a complex interaction of various terpenes and flavonoids acting synergistically.

Providing a basis for pairing cannabis with food and wine, chefs are exploring the possibilities for infusing terpenes into dishes with complimentary flavors. Enjoy these fruity strains alongside the bounty of California’s seasonal abundance of strawberries, stone fruits like peaches, cherries and plums, and tropical fruits like mango, papaya and bananas. Visit the Santa Cruz Farmer’s Market for inspiration after gathering some fruity, flavorful cannabis flowers from KindPeoples Dispensary in Santa Cruz, and get cooking. As you explore pairing fruity cannabis strains with complementary local harvest, we bet you’ll be able to pick up on flavor nuances that you wouldn’t typically discern.

Shop Flower at KindPeoples Ocean Street and KindPeoples Soquel Avenue to discover the best fruity weed strains in Santa Cruz.

Pink Champagne Strain

A nug shot of cannabis flower in the pink champagne strain leaning against a glass of pink champagne with raspberries floating inside.
A nug shot of the Pink Champagne strain.

Deliciously fresh, each frosty bud of the Pink Champagne strain emanates notes of berries, tropical fruit, and freshly fermented grapes. The high hits quickly on this fruity strain, with a wave of giddy lucidity, casting the world in a new, supremely positive light. Descend into a blissful, relaxing fog, encumbered by stress, anxiety, or any kind of tension, eventually leading to a sleepy couchlock and incredible case of the munchies with this fruity and sweet indica. Pink Champagne strain is best saved for the late afternoon or early evening, but for those with a higher tolerance, this fruity weed strain could function as a daytime flower.

Honey Banana Strain

A nug shot of cannabis flower in the honey banana strain in front of a banana with honey drizzled on it from a honey bear bottle.
A nug shot of the Honey Banana strain

Fresh, perfectly-ripe banana, tart citrusy candy, and hints of earth combine with just a touch of pungent gas to form the Honey Banana strain, one of the most delicious-smelling flowers KindPeoples Dispensary in Santa Cruz has ever carried. A genetic cross of the Strawberry Banana strain and Honey Boo Boo strain, the Honey Banana strain is one of the most frosty strains, covered in trichomes, sticky like honey. Beginning with a wave of joyful lucidity, things quickly transform into a fun, giggly euphoria with a light body high. Another interesting effect of this fruity weed strain was intense focus, making this flower truly ideal for any type of creative pursuit.

DJ Short’s Blueberry Strain

Two nugs of cannabis flower in the blueberry strain sitting on a plate with some blueberries.
A nug shot of DJ Short’s Blueberry Strain

While the exact genetics are unknown, this original West Coast Blueberry strain varietal is said to be a cross of landrace strains from Central America and Southeast Asia, potentially the Purple Thai strain and Thai strain, procured by seed breeder DJ Short while traveling the world. This fruity weed strain has large, chunky nugs that smell like berries and sharp citrus. When you take a hit of this sweet tasting weed, the high rushes into your mind as joyful, pleasant euphoria which, over time, turns into an extremely relaxing sedation and eventual couch lock, making this fruity cannabis strain best for use at night.

Purple Punch Strain

A close up nug shot of UpNorth's Purple Punch strain. The UpNorth logo is in the bottom right corner and the Kindpeoples logo is in the bottom left.
A nug shot of UpNorth’s Purple Punch strain

In the Purple Punch strain, buds in shades of deep purple and bright green burst with a complex aroma of grape candy, tropical fruit, and sweet cream. Users should prepare themselves for an extremely relaxing buzz, complete with a strong, sedating body high, most appropriate for evenings when smoking this fruity weed strain. A cross of the Larry OG strain and Granddaddy Purple strain, the classic indica Purple Punch is one of the best fruity weed strains of all time.

Forbidden Fruit Strain

A nug shot of forbidden fruit strain sitting in front of a passionfruit, an orange and an apple.
A nug shot of the Forbidden Fruit strain

This delicious boutique fruity weed strain has flowers that are bright purple, orange, and fuchsia. The aromas of the Forbidden Fruit strain are reminiscent of a freshly-peeled blood orange intermingling with a freshly baked cherry pie. The well-balanced high of this fruity strain produces sedative Indica effects, mediated by a serene Sativa motivation. At first, users will feel uplifted, joyful euphoria, leading to a calm sense of well-being and renewed focus. As time goes on, the buzz from this fruity cannabis strain transforms into a deeply-relaxing state, accompanied by a heavy, analgesic body high.

Stop by KindPeoples Cannabis Dispensary at browse the best rotation of fruity weed strains in Santa Cruz. Shop online for pick up in store at either of our locations, KindPeoples Ocean Street and KindPeoples Soquel Avenue. If you’re in Southern California, be sure to stop by our sister-store, Highway Cannabis Dispensary in Marina Del Rey.

Updated: 2/6/24