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Strain Library · Sativa · Granddaddy Purple × Bay Platinum Cookies
Candyland
Candyland from Ken Estes is the Granddaddy Purple × Bay Platinum Cookies cross that won the 2012 KushCon and stayed on California menus through 2026.
Flavor is sweet candy on the inhale with a slightly earthy spice on the exhale, a profile inherited from the Cookies side. Caryophyllene leads, with limonene and myrcene support. Common across California shop shelves and a growing presence on NY menus for adults 21+.
- Tasting notes
- sweet, berry, earthy, spicy
- Terpenes
- caryophyllene, limonene, myrcene
We describe cultivars by smell and taste only. Ask the shop what a first serving looks like, and start small.
Frequently asked
Is Candyland a sativa, indica, or hybrid?
Candyland is classified as a sativa strain. Its genetic lineage is Granddaddy Purple × Bay Platinum Cookies.
What does Candyland taste like?
Candyland's flavor profile is characterized by sweet, berry, earthy, and spicy notes.
What THC range does Candyland test at?
Candyland typically tests at 19–24% THC. The exact figure is on the label of each batch; ask the shop what a first serving looks like and start small.
Where to ask
Licensed New York dispensaries
Licensed shops to call or visit about Candyland and other sativa strains. Verify license status via the OCM QR code at cannabis.ny.gov.
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