Red Cherry Berry is a balanced hybrid cannabis strain from Barney’s Farm, made by crossing the breeder’s Skunk #1 back to Californian indica genetics, known for a very sweet berry and fruit aroma with a skunky edge. It was bred for people who like a heady lift alongside a heavier body stone, and Barney’s Farm has since discontinued it. It tests modestly, around 14% THC with a little CBD, and users describe an uplifting start that settles into deep relaxation.
Red Cherry Berry Strain at a Glance
| Type | Balanced hybrid |
|---|---|
| Lineage | Skunk #1 × Californian indica |
| Breeder / origin | Barney’s Farm |
| THC | 14–15% (typical lab range) |
| CBD | 1–2% |
| Aroma and flavor | sweet berry, fruity, floral, pungent skunk, berry, blueberry, strawberry, sweet, earthy |
| Reported effects | relaxed, happy, uplifted, euphoric, body stone |
| Best for | evening use, lower-tolerance consumers, people who want a little CBD |
| Flowering time | 60–77 days (sources differ) |
Where Red Cherry Berry Comes From
Red Cherry Berry is a strain from Barney’s Farm’s earlier catalog. In the breeder description carried on SeedFinder, Barney’s says it crossed its best Skunk #1 back to its Californian ancestors and aimed the result at indica fans who still want a cerebral high. Leafly gives the same picture, describing a 50/50 hybrid of Skunk #1 and a California indica. AllBud names the second parent as Cherry Bomb, which no other source repeats, so the breeder’s own Skunk #1 and Californian indica description is the more reliable version.
SeedFinder marks Red Cherry Berry as discontinued, so seeds are harder to find today than they once were. It still turns up in seed collections and older grow reports, and occasionally on menus.
Red Cherry Berry Effects: What It Feels Like
Leafly reviewers most often tag Red Cherry Berry as relaxed, happy and uplifted, followed by euphoric, energetic and creative. Leafly describes balanced head and body effects, and AllBud describes an uplifting, focused head high first, followed by a slowly building body high that turns into a lazy, couch-locked stone without necessarily making you fall asleep. The breeder sums it up the same way: a cerebral high alongside a body stone.
With THC in the mid-teens and a small amount of CBD, it is gentler than most modern hybrids, which makes it a reasonable pick for occasional users or anyone who finds 25% strains overwhelming. The body stone still builds, so it works best when you do not need to be productive afterward.
Red Cherry Berry Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
Sweetness is the hallmark. Barney’s calls the taste and smell extremely fruity, Leafly describes a sweet scent with pungent floral and fruit notes, and AllBud describes sweet berry with a slightly harsh, floral skunk note on the exhale. Leafly reviewers most often name berry, blueberry and sweet, with strawberry and earthy notes behind them.
The Skunk #1 side shows up as that pungent, slightly sharp undertone beneath the fruit. Published terpene data for this strain is not available.
Side Effects and How to Use Red Cherry Berry
Dry mouth and dry eyes are the most common complaints on Leafly, with some reviewers mentioning dizziness or anxiety. Its moderate THC level keeps those reactions less common than with stronger strains, but the body stone can make you sluggish.
How strong Red Cherry Berry feels depends on the batch, your tolerance and how you consume it. Start low, go slow, and read our guide to dosing cannabis.
Do People Use Red Cherry Berry for Medical Reasons?
Leafly’s description mentions pain, sleeplessness and stress as reasons people choose Red Cherry Berry, and AllBud reviewers add headaches, low appetite and stomach discomfort. Its small CBD content is part of the interest. These are personal reports, not clinical findings.
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 Red Cherry Berry
- Difficulty: Easy
- Flowering: 60–77 days (sources differ)
- Yield: Large, per the breeder
- Height: Medium
- Environment: Indoors or outdoors
Barney’s describes Red Cherry Berry as a very hardy plant of medium height with large yields, flowering in 10 to 11 weeks and finishing outdoors in mid-October. Leafly lists a shorter 60 to 70 day indoor bloom and a late September outdoor harvest in warm climates. In the Pacific Northwest, a mid-October finish runs into the rainy season, so plan for good airflow and close inspection late in flower.
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 Red Cherry Berry
- Skunk #1: the classic parent behind its pungent backbone
- Cherry Pie: a fruity, cherry-forward balanced hybrid
- Blue Dream: another sweet berry hybrid with a balanced head and body
- Strawberry Cough: a berry-scented, uplifting strain
- Cherry AK-47: a cherry-named hybrid with a similar fruity nose
Browse more hybrid strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
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Where to Buy Red Cherry Berry
Dispensary menus change every week, and Red Cherry Berry 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 Chicago, browse Chicago dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Dr Greenthumb’s Chicago and Verilife – Chicago River North. In San Diego, browse San Diego dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Originals and Wellgreens Dispensary (8039 Balboa Ave, Suite A). 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.
Red Cherry Berry FAQ
Is Red Cherry Berry indica or sativa?
Red Cherry Berry is a balanced 50/50 hybrid, according to both Leafly and AllBud.
What is Red Cherry Berry a cross of?
Barney’s Farm crossed its Skunk #1 back to Californian indica genetics. AllBud names Cherry Bomb as the second parent, but the breeder does not.
Who bred Red Cherry Berry?
Barney’s Farm. The strain has since been discontinued.
How strong is Red Cherry Berry?
Moderate. The breeder lists about 14% THC and about 1.2% CBD.
What does Red Cherry Berry taste like?
Very sweet berry and fruit with a floral, skunky finish.
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.
