Amethyst

Amethyst is a hybrid cross combining Granddaddy Purple and Sage and Sour. Known for grape, sweet aromatics.

In grower catalogs and dispensary menus, Amethyst (also circulated as Zion’s Amethyst) is documented as a hybrid cross combining Granddaddy Purple and Sage and Sour. State lab records track Amethyst across 3 legal markets between 2014 and 2023, with a large share of tested flower batches originating from a single regional cultivator. Photoperiod cuts typically finish flowering in 8–10 weeks (~56–70 days) under indoor or greenhouse lighting.

Aroma and flavor

Jars of Amethyst are most often described as showing candied dark grape and sweet, sugary notes. As with any flower, harvest timing and curing conditions determine how prominently those aromatics carry from the jar to the palate.

Reported effects

Consumers commonly report an active, energetic lift, a lifted, positive outlook and an upbeat, cheerful mood, making Amethyst a frequent pick for daytime sessions, creative work, or social settings. The most commonly noted downsides are dry mouth and dry eyes.