Red Vines is a hybrid cannabis strain with undocumented parentage, known for a sweet cherry-candy flavor and a calm, giggly, relaxing high. Different databases list it as indica-leaning and give its THC at roughly 18% to 21%. Because several unrelated cuts share the name, the lineage is best treated as unconfirmed.
Red Vines Strain at a Glance
| Type | Hybrid (often listed as indica-leaning) |
|---|---|
| Breeder / origin | Unknown |
| THC | 18–21% (typical lab range) |
| Aroma and flavor | sweet candy, cherry, berry, cherry candy, strawberry, vanilla, anise |
| Reported effects | relaxed, euphoric, giggly, talkative |
| Best for | evenings, unwinding, casual socializing |
Where Red Vines Comes From
Red Vines is a poorly documented strain, and the name is shared by more than one unrelated cut. The strain databases I could check disagree. AllBud describes it as a slightly indica-dominant hybrid, around 60% indica, with unnamed indica hybrids in its background. Leafly calls it a hybrid and lists no parents. A feminized seed release named Red Vines has been advertised as Sour Diesel x Purple Kush, but there is no evidence that it is the same plant as the flower sold at dispensaries. One grow site ties a phenotype to a Sherbet backcross line, which is a third, unverified story.
The name is also easy to confuse with Red Vine Clementine and Red Vine Jackie, which are different strains from a different breeder. Leafly does list Red Vines as a parent of a strain called 6ixth Sense, so it has been used in breeding at least once. Until a breeder steps forward with documentation, treat any single lineage claim as a rumor.
Red Vines Effects: What It Feels Like
The most consistent report is a calm, mellow high. Leafly’s reviewers tag it sleepy, euphoric and talkative, and the site describes the overall effect as mostly calming. AllBud adds a giggly, giddy quality along with deep relaxation, and notes many people save it for nighttime.
That suggests a head-first mood lift that gradually settles into the body. Expect it to be more of an evening strain than a get-things-done one, especially at larger doses. Reviewers also list anxiety and paranoia as occasional negatives, so newer consumers should go slowly.
Red Vines Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
The flavor is the part reviewers agree on. Descriptions run to cherry candy, strawberry, apricot and berry, with a touch of vanilla and a minty, anise-like finish. The name apparently comes from that sugary, licorice-like profile.
No published lab terpene data exists for the name as a whole, so the terpene list here is inferred from the candy, fruit and spice notes and should be taken as a guess. Caryophyllene and limonene are common in strains with these flavors, with myrcene often present in relaxing cuts.
Side Effects and How to Use Red Vines
The side effects reported for this strain are the usual ones for THC-rich cannabis. Dry mouth and dry eyes top the list, and a few people report dizziness, anxiety or a racing mind after a large dose. Drink water, keep the first dose small, and use it in a comfortable setting until you know how a particular batch affects you.
How strong Red Vines 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 Vines for Medical Reasons?
Reviewers who say they use Red Vines mention winding down at night, stress and trouble relaxing. This is anecdotal feedback from a small pool of reviews, not a documented use.
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.
Strains Like Red Vines
- Sunset Sherbet: a sweet, candy-like Sherbet-family hybrid
- Purple Kush: named in one unverified seed lineage
- Sour Diesel: named in the same unverified seed lineage
- Cherry Pie: cherry sweetness with a relaxing finish
- Candyland: sugary flavor and an uplifting, giggly mood
Browse more hybrid strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
More Hybrid Strains to Explore
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Where to Buy Red Vines
Dispensary menus change every week, and Red Vines 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 Seattle, browse Seattle dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Lux Pot Shop Belltown and Shawn Kemp’s Cannabis SoDo. In Detroit, browse Detroit dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Green Genie Cannabis Company and 420 Dank Detroit. 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 Vines FAQ
Is Red Vines indica or sativa?
Red Vines is a hybrid. AllBud lists it as indica-leaning, around 60/40, but the genetics are not documented.
What is Red Vines a cross of?
Nobody has documented it. A seed release of the same name is listed as Sour Diesel x Purple Kush, and another report points to a Sherbet backcross, but neither is confirmed for dispensary flower.
What does Red Vines taste like?
Sweet cherry candy, with strawberry or berry notes and sometimes vanilla or anise.
How strong is Red Vines?
Databases list it at about 18% to 21% THC, though one grow report suggests some cuts run higher. Check the label.
Is Red Vines good for sleep?
Many reviewers call it relaxing and sleepy, and it is mostly used in the evening. Effects vary by batch.
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.
