Compare Research Profiles
This Is Why I'm High organizes factual claims, structured attributes, and source records found through public research.
Northern Lights vs UW Purple
See how these research profiles differ in THC, reported effects, terpenes, lineage and source coverage.
Research profiles describe public information, not a specific product, batch or guaranteed experience.
Build your comparison
Choose 2–5 strains. Search by name, or pick from the popularity chart.
Selected strains
Northern Lights
UW Purple
How to Read This ComparisonResearch context, uncertainty, and product limits
Treat Missing Data as Unknown
An empty field is not a zero, a negative result, or proof that a strain lacks that trait.
Expect Product Variation
Names can span different breeders, phenotypes, batches, and labels. This page does not verify a specific product.
At a glance
From each strain's research profile
THC
Listed THC sits within 1 points, from 20% to 21%.
- Northern Lights21%
- UW Purple20%
Reported effects
Every profile reports relaxed, euphoric and sleepy.
RelaxedEuphoricSleepyHappy
- Only Northern Lights
- Nothing unique listed
- Only UW Purple
- Nothing unique listed
Lead terpene
Every profile leads with Caryophyllene.
- Northern Lights
- Caryophyllene
- UW Purple
- Caryophyllene
These are catalog research profiles, not a test of the product in your hand. Scan your label for its real numbers
Side by side
Northern Lights
UW Purple
Indica-DomThis Is Why I'm High Research Profile
Northern Lights
Broad profile32 listed sources
Northern Lights is a legendary indica born from Afghani and Thai landrace genetics, prized for its deeply relaxing, sleepy euphoria. Earthy-pine aromas meet sweet, spicy flavors, backed by a Myrcene-Caryophyllene terpene profile that delivers heavy body relaxation and mood lift. A multiple Cannabis Cup winner, it's the gold standard for evening wind-down, stress relief, and sleep support.
IndicaThis Is Why I'm High Research Profile
UW Purple
Broad profile19 listed sources
UW Purple is a legendary indica-dominant strain (85/15) from University of Washington's 1990s research programs, delivering powerful full-body relaxation and sedating effects. With THC levels ranging 14-26% and a myrcene-rich terpene profile, this Pacific Northwest classic offers sweet berry-grape flavors with earthy-pine undertones. Ideal for evening use, it provides profound stress relief, pain management, and sleep support through its deeply calming, couch-lock inducing effects that have made it a beloved strain among indica enthusiasts for over two decades.
Broad profile5/5 areas
- Listed Sources
- 32
- Multiple listed sources
- Profile Updated
- Sep 23, 2026
- This Is Why I'm High record date
Current Limits
All 5 profile areas contain information; individual claims can still vary in support.
Coverage describes this This Is Why I'm High research profile—not product testing, safety, or batch verification.
Broad profile5/5 areas
- Listed Sources
- 19
- Multiple listed sources
- Profile Updated
- Oct 3, 2026
- This Is Why I'm High record date
Current Limits
All 5 profile areas contain information; individual claims can still vary in support.
Coverage describes this This Is Why I'm High research profile—not product testing, safety, or batch verification.
- 1Legendary Afghani x Thai indica cross, celebrated since the 1970s-80s
- 2Myrcene and Caryophyllene combine for deep body relaxation and pain relief
- 3Earthy, pine, and sweet flavor profile with a smooth classic exhale
- 1Nearly pure indica genetics from University of Washington 1990s research programs
- 2Myrcene-dominant terpene profile creates powerful couch-lock and deep body relaxation
- 3Sweet berry-grape flavors with complex earthy-pine and tropical fruit undertones
21%
THC1%Highest
CBDType I(THC-dominant)
Ratio1:21
20%
THCNot listed
CBDType I(THC-dominant)
RatioTHC-only
Relieving High
Soothing, heavy body feel
Relieving High
Soothing, heavy body feel
RelaxedEuphoricSleepyHappy
Most effects
RelaxedEuphoricSleepyHappy
Most effects
🌆Evening
Stress ReliefMedical/TherapeuticSleep & BedtimeRelaxingEvening Wind Down
🌙Night
Medical/TherapeuticStress ReliefSleep & BedtimeRelaxing
🧪Caryophyllene
Aromas
EarthyPineSweetSpicy
Flavors
SweetEarthyPineSpicy
🧪Caryophyllene
Aromas
SweetBerryGrapeEarthy
Flavors
SweetBerryGrape
Take this comparison further
A research profile describes a strain across the whole market. These tools get closer to what is in your jar and what works for you.
- Scan the label on your jar Photograph a product label to read its real terpene and cannabinoid numbers and its High Family.
- Find your music match Pick artists you return to and see which High Family fits your listening taste.
- Pick from the popularity chart Start with the most-recognized strains, ranked from awards and editorial lists.
Build your own podium in High IQ
Rate strains you have tried head to head. High IQ ranks them for you, with a personal podium, win–loss records and movement after every session.
Your stash, decoded.
High IQ tracks what you buy and learns what actually works for you.
