Runtz’s top weed strains of 2022
In an ever-expanding green landscape, it’s hard to determine which new strains will stand the test of time. Growing a successful strain within the cannabis community and for the public requires a complex balance of fire genetics, unique flavors, and good marketing. There is still no variety that is establishing itself as quickly and unanimously as Runtz.
Barely six years after its release to the public, Runtz has clambered his way to the top of awards podiums, onto dozens and dozens of rap songs, and onto pharmacy shelves from coast to coast. Founded and popularized by the “Runtz crew” of Ray Bama, Nick and rapper Yung LB, Runtz showed up at the 2017 Emerald Cup and promptly made waves. In 2020, we named her Leafy Strain of the Year for her complex terpene profile and hard-hitting effects.
Not to mention the gorgeous purple kaleidoscope of its buds. She continues to win awards to this day, most recently dominating the 2022 Michigan People’s Choice Cannabis Cup.
Dozens of iterations and crosses of Runtz have since hit the market; The Leafly strain database currently hosts 36 Runtz strains, and that’s only the case from here.
Characteristics of Runtz varieties
Runtz combines two standalone winners, Gelato and Zkittlez, for a hybrid that has the glittery bag appeal, sharp, layered terps, and cosmic high of a new classic. Flavor makers like cookie mogul Berner knew right away it was going to be a hit. Leafly reviewers agree that Original Runtz is in a league of its own.
Its terpene profile blends the peppery of caryophyllene, the citrusy of limonene, and the dusky floral of linalool for an unmatched nose and taste experience.
“It looks amazing with Runtz, it smells like candy, grapes and gasoline and when you smoke it, it tastes exactly like it smells, that’s it [actually] kind of unusual.”
Ridgeline Farms owner, producer Jason Gellman, in southern Humboldt County, California
The 10 Best Runtz Strains to Try, According to Leafly Reviewers
Narrowing down our list of the best Runtz strains is difficult, but not impossible. The most popular Runtz strains speak for themselves: they look great, smell great, taste great and feel great. We used a methodology of how many reviewers support them, how approachable they are, and whether they won or contributed to any award-winning strains.
That doesn’t include the original Runtz that started this whole cultural phenomenon. Keep in mind that while Runtz is widely available now, it’s still a premium product and you probably won’t find it at your local pharmacy for less than $50.
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- White Runtz—The Cookies family has helped make this Runtz phenotype one of the most popular and widely distributed options. It is a great intoxicating choice for recreational smokers and medicinal patients. Leafly reviewers gave it a rating of 4.6 based on 236 reviews.
- Tropical Runtz—This Runtz baby, bred by Exotic Genetix, is full of fruit and an intoxicating high. Leafly reviewers gave it a rating of 4.8 based on 30 reviews.
- Black Runt—Think of the Big Boss Farms Runtz phenotype as a dark twin of White Runtz, heavy on the earthy notes and sedation. Leafly reviewers gave it a rating of 4.7 based on 60 reviews.
- Forbidden Runtz —Forbidden Fruit and Runtz by Growers Choice are perfect for a lazy day and a fruit smoothie. Leafly reviewers gave it a rating of 4.3 based on 14 reviews.
- Coochie Runtz—The Cookies brand carries this rugged Runtz phenotype with an equally provocative Mylar bag. But its popularity will continue to grow. Leafly reviewers gave it a rating of 4.4 based on 19 reviews. One reviewer wrote: “Feels like Runtz, looks like Runtz. It’s runtz with a touch of coochie. Good shit!”
- Sleazy runtz– So sticky it will stick to your fingers for days. Exotic Genetix strikes again with Runtz x Grease Monkey. Leafly reviewers gave it a rating of 4.6 based on 14 reviews.
- Purple Runtz—Purple Runtz has relatively lower THC levels than her sister strains, but Leafly reviewers still gave her a 4.6 rating based on 53 reviews.
- Rose Gold Runtz—This Runtz hybrid brings together the power of White Runtz and Apples and Bananas. Leafly reviewers gave it a rating of 4.6 based on 13 reviews.
- Rainbow Runtz—Rainbow Runtz uses Dosidos instead of Gelato to cross it with Zkittlez for a creamier vanilla flavor. Leafly reviewers gave it a rating of 4.6 based on 27 reviews.
- Obama Runtz—It’s unclear if this variety even exists! Obama Runtz made waves in cannabis circles after a viral video in 2020. Leafly reviewers gave it a rating of 4.4 based on 61 reviews.
Strongest Runtz strains by THC content
At Leafly, we love to smoke heavy, but we know that THC isn’t everything. The brain-pounding high that Runtz emits is more due to its constellation of terpenes, but it’s also known for high THC counts. Runtz has a huge following among long-time smokers because its distinct high doesn’t wear off over time, but it may not work for newcomers.
Here are ten of the strongest Runtz strains on the market right now, based on numbers collected in our strain database and market research. You might see some of them in the list above.
- Strawberry Runtz – 32% THC – Strawberry Runtz is a White Runtz hybrid, heavy on the fruit terpenes and light on the couchlock. Leafly reviewers gave it a 5.0 based on 2 reviews.
- Coochie Runtz – 29% THC – Cooochie Runtz packs a punch. Bring your A game. Reviewers gave it a rating of 4.4 based on 16 reviews.
- Runtz muffin – 29% THC—Runtz Muffin by Barney’s Farm pairs Runtz with Orange Punch for a fruity, sativa-dominant note. One reviewer said it gives you the “high you used to get smoking when you were 16”. Leafly reviewers gave it a rating of 4.7 based on 7 reviews.
- Sleazy runtz – 28% THC – This Runtz hybrid is difficult to wash off your hands. Greasy Runtz by Exotic Genetix brings out the best in parent strains Grease Monkey and Runtz. Leafly reviewers gave it a rating of 4.8 based on 14 reviews.
- Red Runt – 28% THC—Red Runtz is a stoned strain with a lemonade sweetness. Exotic Genetix has combined Red Pop and Runtz, both award winners, into a strain that will have you couch-locked with a sweet palate. Leafly reviewers gave it a rating of 4.8 based on 12 reviews.
- Traube Runtz – 27% THC – There’s a lot going on here. Grape Runtz has three parents in Grape Ape, Runtz and OG Kush. This Runtz is a little looser than the original, with an earthy note that accompanies the grape and citrus. Leafly reviewers gave it a rating of 4.5 based on 16 reviews.
- grunt – 27% THC – Gruntz is a hybrid of Gushers and Runtz by Nasha Genetics. Leaf reviewers praise her body high and blend of tropical and earthy flavors. They gave it a rating of 4.6 based on 30 reviews.
- Rose Gold Runtz – 32% THC – Rose Gold Runtz from top breeder Compound Genetics crosses Apples & Bananas with White Runtz for even more potency and flavor. Leafly reviewers gave it a rating of 4.6 based on 13 reviews.
Other Popular Runtz Strains of 2022
Believe it or not, there are still over a dozen Runtz strains that we haven’t included in the lists above that are worth your attention. You may not be familiar with these names, but we promise you’ll be seeing and smoking a lot more of them for years to come. At Leafly, we work consistently to bring you up to date on the best new genetics from breeders coast to coast. Help us by leaving reviews for your favorite (or least favorite) strains!
- It’s going to be Runtz—Help us learn more about this new Runtz! This strain has no reviews or ratings.
- Watermelon Runtz—Who needs candy when you have a super cute cross between a Watermelon Zkittlez and a Runtz? Leafly reviewers gave it a rating of 5.0 based on 1 review.
- cherry runz– She is my cherry pie! Runtz and Cherry Pie combine for a euphoric banger of a strain. Leafly reviewers gave it a rating of 4.6 based on 19 reviews.
Sources and research:
- leaf magazine, Ray Runtz and the Runtz crewMarch 1, 2022
- Leaves, The Leafy Strain of 2020 is—Runtz!December 8, 2020
- weed cards, Where did the Runtz varieties come from?May 2, 2022
- respect my region, Runtz Strain: A staple of the hip-hop and cannabis crossover worldJune 6, 2022
- 420 expert advisers, The 10 Best Runtz Strains for a Sweet HighJune 29, 2022
- Leaves, 28 grams of wild: How Runtz’ Yung LB smoked the industryMarch 31, 2022
- Leaves, What is Obama Runtz? December 10, 2020
Amelie Williams
New York-based freelance cannabis journalist Amelia Williams is a graduate of San Francisco State University’s journalism program and a former budtender. Williams has contributed to GreenState, MG Magazine, Culture Magazine and Cannabis Now, Kirkus Reviews and The Bold Italic of the San Francisco Chronicle.
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