Sapphire Cherries is a balanced hybrid cannabis strain from Washington, bred by Olympic Farms from Sapphire OG and Glazed Cherries, known for a sweet cherry aroma with a gassy edge. It is also sold as Rainier Cherries, a nod to the cherries the state is famous for. Leafly lists its THC around 21%, while other databases report lower figures.
Sapphire Cherries Strain at a Glance
| Type | Balanced hybrid |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Rainier Cherries |
| Lineage | Sapphire OG × Glazed Cherries |
| Breeder / origin | Olympic Farms / Olympic Seeds (Washington) |
| THC | 14–21% (typical lab range) |
| CBD | Under 1% |
| Dominant terpenes | Pinene, Myrcene, Beta-caryophyllene |
| Aroma and flavor | sweet cherry, diesel, floral, cherry, tree fruit |
| Reported effects | uplifted, happy, euphoric, relaxed |
| Best for | afternoon use, relaxing at home, appetite |
Where Sapphire Cherries Comes From
Sapphire Cherries is a Washington-grown cross credited to Olympic Farms, which Seedfinder spells as Olympic Seeds. Both parents are well known: Sapphire OG, linked to Humboldt Seed Organization, and Glazed Cherries, linked to Kief Sweat. The pairing aims to combine OG gas with a bright fruit-candy cherry.
The alternate name, Rainier Cherries, points to the Rainier cherry, a Washington orchard favorite. Information on this cultivar is thin and mostly comes from the breeder, retail menus and a handful of databases, so no awards, release year or detailed breeding notes are documented.
Sapphire Cherries Effects: What It Feels Like
Descriptions of the high are consistent in broad strokes. Leafly classifies the effect as mostly energizing, with reviewers tagging uplifted, happy and euphoric. Seedfinder describes an uplifting start that settles into physical relaxation, and the single Leafly reviewer mentions feeling hungry and relaxed.
Plan on a bright, mood-lifting first hour that mellows with time. The reported potency is high enough that new users should take a small amount first. With only a few reviews available, treat these effects as a general guide rather than a promise.
Sapphire Cherries Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
The nose leans sweet cherry with a fuel-like gassy undertone, which fits the Sapphire OG and Glazed Cherries pairing. Leafly’s flavor tags include diesel, flowery and tree fruit, and one reviewer noted a slight skunky pungency along with the sweet, floral fruit.
Pinene is listed as the most abundant terpene, followed by myrcene and caryophyllene. Pinene gives a fresh pine note, myrcene adds ripe fruit and earth, and caryophyllene contributes pepper and spice. Buds are described as dense and resinous with blue undertones.
- Pinene: fresh pine, also found in pine needles and rosemary
- Myrcene: earthy, musky and herbal, also found in mango and hops
- Beta-caryophyllene: peppery and spicy, also found in black pepper and cloves
Terpene levels vary from grower to grower and batch to batch, so check the lab label on the package. Learn more in our guide to cannabis terpenes.
Side Effects and How to Use Sapphire Cherries
The only side effect listed is dry mouth. As with any potent flower, dry eyes and a rapid pulse are possible, especially in people sensitive to THC. Stay hydrated and begin with a small dose.
How strong Sapphire Cherries 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 Sapphire Cherries for Medical Reasons?
There is too little user data to say what people reach for this strain to manage. Leafly has not published reported uses for it.
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 Sapphire Cherries
- Cherry Pie: another cherry-forward hybrid
- Cherry Diesel: cherry sweetness paired with fuel
- OG Kush: the OG gas family behind the Sapphire OG side
- Cherry Wine: a fruity cherry-named hybrid
- Red Cherry Berry: similar cherry fruit profile
Browse more hybrid strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
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Where to Buy Sapphire Cherries
Dispensary menus change every week, and Sapphire Cherries 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 Vancouver, browse Vancouver dispensaries and check the menus at stores like High 5 Cannabis and Main Street Marijuana East. In Medford, browse Medford dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Nectar Medford and Cloud 9 Wellness. 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.
Sapphire Cherries FAQ
Is Sapphire Cherries indica or sativa?
It is listed as a hybrid. Seedfinder calls it roughly 50/50, and Leafly says the effects are mostly energizing.
What is Sapphire Cherries a cross of?
Sapphire OG and Glazed Cherries.
Is Sapphire Cherries the same as Rainier Cherries?
Yes, Rainier Cherries is listed as an alternate name for the same Washington strain.
Who bred Sapphire Cherries?
Olympic Farms in Washington is credited, though Seedfinder lists the breeder as Olympic Seeds.
How strong is Sapphire Cherries?
Leafly lists around 21% THC, while Allbud lists about 14%. Check the lab label on your 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.
