Grape Stomper is a sativa-dominant cannabis strain bred from Purple Elephant and Chemdawg Sour Diesel, known for a sour, candy-sweet grape aroma and an upbeat, sociable high. It was released by Gage Green Genetics and later became a parent of Grape Pie. Reported THC runs from about 18% to 26%.
Grape Stomper Strain at a Glance
| Type | Sativa-dominant hybrid |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Sour Grapes |
| Lineage | Purple Elephant × Chemdawg Sour Diesel |
| Breeder / origin | Gage Green Genetics |
| THC | 18–26% (typical lab range) |
| CBD | Under 1% |
| Aroma and flavor | grape, sour, candy, earthy, berry, sweet |
| Reported effects | euphoric, focused, sociable, relaxed body |
| Best for | afternoon use, social settings, creative work |
| Flowering time | About 10 weeks (around 72 days) |
Where Grape Stomper Comes From
Grape Stomper comes from Gage Green Genetics, a breeding group known for flavorful, resinous lines. SeedFinder’s listing gives the cross as Purple Elephant, which was itself built from a Purple Urkle and Hashplant cross, and Chemdawg Sour Diesel, a cut often described as Headband crossed with Sour Diesel. AllBud lists the same Purple Elephant and Chemdawg Sour Diesel parentage. One seed vendor instead lists Grape Ape, Sour Diesel and Chemdog, but that version is an outlier.
The strain is sometimes sold as Sour Grapes. It has been widely used in breeding, most notably as one half of Grape Pie, and Gage Green also released crosses such as Grape Stomper OG.
Grape Stomper Effects: What It Feels Like
AllBud classifies Grape Stomper as roughly 70% sativa, and reviewers describe a mostly cerebral, mildly energizing high with euphoria and focus up front. It tends to make people chatty and social, and a gentle body relaxation builds the longer the session goes.
That balance makes it work for afternoons, gatherings and creative tasks. The sweet flavor and high THC can tempt people to take more than they need, which AllBud specifically warns about, so pace yourself and wait between hits.
Grape Stomper Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
Grape Stomper is named for its smell. AllBud lists candy, earthy, grape, sour and sweet aromas, with a strong sour top note that turns earthier when the buds are broken up. On the palate it is sweet, berry-like grape candy, and the Chemdawg Sour Diesel side adds a faint fuel edge that keeps it from being cloying.
Published terpene data is thin. A SeedFinder grower review suggests myrcene, limonene, caryophyllene, linalool and humulene, but without lab numbers, so we do not list a dominant terpene here.
Side Effects and How to Use Grape Stomper
Dry mouth is the usual complaint. Some reviewers report feeling anxious or shaky and getting pressure headaches, most often after a larger dose. Start with a small amount, especially if stimulating strains tend to make you uneasy.
If you are new to Grape Stomper, start with one small inhalation or 2.5 mg in an edible and wait before taking more; see our dosing guide.
Do People Use Grape Stomper for Medical Reasons?
AllBud reviewers mention stress, low mood, fatigue and chronic pain among the reasons they use Grape Stomper. These are self-reported experiences, not medical claims.
These are user reports, not clinical findings. For what research actually supports, see our cannabis health and research section, and talk to your doctor before using cannabis for a health condition.
Growing Grape Stomper
- Flowering: About 10 weeks (around 72 days)
SeedFinder lists a flowering time of about 72 days and describes Grape Stomper as a heavy yielder. Buds are dense and spade-shaped with bright orange hairs and thick trichome coverage. A 10-week flower means outdoor growers in wet northern climates should watch closely for mold late in the season.
Home-grow rules depend on the state: adults can grow at home in states such as California (six plants per residence), Michigan (12 per residence) and Oregon (four per household), while Washington and Illinois allow home growing only for registered medical patients. Check your state in our cannabis laws by state guide before you plant anything.
Strains Like Grape Stomper
- Grape Pie: its best-known offspring
- Purple Urkle: in its Purple Elephant background
- Sour Diesel: part of the Chemdawg Sour Diesel side
- Grape Ape: another grape-forward classic
- Chemdawg: the chem family behind its fuel note
Browse more sativa strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
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Where to Buy Grape Stomper
Dispensary menus change every week, and Grape Stomper may be sold under its own name, as a cross or as a pre-roll or vape. The fastest way to find it is to check store menus online before you go. In Detroit, browse Detroit dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Ascend Cannabis Detroit and Green Acres Eight Mile. In Tacoma, browse Tacoma dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Commencement Bay Cannabis Red and Zips Cannabis on 6th Ave. You can also browse licensed dispensaries in every state we cover. Adults 21 and older can buy with a valid photo ID; see cannabis laws by state for purchase limits.
Grape Stomper FAQ
Is Grape Stomper indica or sativa?
Grape Stomper is a sativa-dominant hybrid, listed by AllBud at about 70% sativa.
What is Grape Stomper a cross of?
It is a cross of Purple Elephant and Chemdawg Sour Diesel.
Who bred Grape Stomper?
Grape Stomper was bred by Gage Green Genetics.
How strong is Grape Stomper?
Reported THC ranges from about 18% to 26%, so it is a potent strain.
What does Grape Stomper taste like?
Sweet, sour grape candy with berry notes and a light diesel edge.
For adults 21+ in legal states. Strain information reflects breeder descriptions, lab data and user reports; effects vary by person and batch. Not medical advice.
