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Forbidden Fruit: Effects, Terpenes & Where to Buy in NYC

By Quality Control DispensaryBrooklyn & Staten Island, NY

Forbidden Fruit is an indica-dominant hybrid that lives up to its tempting name with one of the most exotic, fruit-forward flavor profiles in cannabis. A cross between Cherry Pie and Tangie, Forbidden Fruit combines Cherry Pie's relaxing indica effects with Tangie's explosive citrus terpenes. The result is a strain that tastes like tropical fruit cocktail while delivering deep, satisfying relaxation.

Forbidden Fruit Strain Profile

AttributeDetails
TypeIndica-dominant hybrid (70/30)
THC Range21%–26%
CBD<1%
Dominant TerpenesMyrcene, Limonene, Pinene
FlavorCherry, tropical mango, sweet passionfruit, citrus
AromaSweet tropical fruit, cherry, citrus, musky
EffectsRelaxing, euphoric, stress-melting, body warmth, sleepy
Best ForEvening relaxation, stress relief, flavor chasers, gentle sedation

Effects and Experience

The experience begins with a slow-building euphoria that washes away stress and fills your mind with a calm, contented glow. Body relaxation follows gradually — a warm, comforting heaviness that doesn't hit all at once but builds over 20-30 minutes into a full-body embrace. At higher doses, the relaxation transitions into drowsiness, making Forbidden Fruit effective for sleep preparation. The mood-enhancing effects distinguish it from purely sedating indicas.

Why Try Forbidden Fruit at QCD

The flavor is the star attraction. Cherry, tropical mango, passionfruit, and citrus notes layer together in a complex, juicy profile that makes each hit taste like biting into exotic fruit. The dense, purple-hued buds are visually striking and often coated in a layer of frosty trichomes. At 21-26% THC, Forbidden Fruit packs meaningful potency behind its pretty face.

Available Formats at QCD

Depending on current inventory from our licensed New York cultivators, Forbidden Fruit may be available as premium flower (eighths, quarters), vape cartridges, pre-rolls, and concentrates. Availability rotates with each new drop from our cultivator partners — check our online menu or ask your budtender about current Forbidden Fruit and Forbidden Fruit-derived options on the shelf. Both our Brooklyn (3169 Coney Island Ave) and Staten Island (1172 Victory Blvd #4) locations carry the same menu.

Delivery Available

All Forbidden Fruit products on our menu are available for same-day delivery across Brooklyn and Staten Island. Order through our Dutchie-powered online menu during store hours, select your products, and choose delivery at checkout. A professional driver verifies your 21+ ID at the door.

Responsible Use: Cannabis affects everyone differently. Start with a low dose and increase gradually. Must be 21+ to purchase. Quality Control Dispensary products are NYS-licensed and lab-tested.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Forbidden Fruit has an exotic tropical flavor with cherry, mango, passionfruit, and citrus notes. It's one of the most flavorful indica strains, tasting like a tropical fruit cocktail.

Yes. Forbidden Fruit delivers deep, progressive body relaxation with mood-enhancing euphoria. It's effective for stress relief and evening wind-down, transitioning to sleepiness at higher doses.

Forbidden Fruit and Forbidden Fruit-derived products appear on our menu as they become available from licensed cultivators. Check our online menu for current availability or ask your budtender in-store.