Terpenes Explained: Cannabis Flavor and Effects Explained

If you’ve indulged in a pre-roll, edible, or concentrate cannabis product where the aroma and taste significantly heightened the effects, you’ve experienced terpenes.

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What Terpenes Are and Why They Matter

We can find terpenes in fruits, veggies, herbs, and many kinds of plants. These naturally occurring chemical compounds are what contribute flavor and aroma to food. Our diets would be pretty bland without terpenes. You’ll also find terpenes enhancing cleaning products and toiletries by adding aroma and contributing to the cleaning action.

Cannabis products with terpenes usually have extensive profiles that help balance the terpene profile and the cannabinoid profile. Here is a terpene guide that highlights some common cannabis terpenes:

• Myrcene is a fruity terpene that many associate with the taste and aroma of grapes. It also has earthy characteristics and is found in lemongrass, hops, and bay leaves. It can help you relax and sleep better, although very small doses may increase energy levels.
• Limonene is found in citrus fruits such as lemons, limes, and oranges. It is known as a mood enhancer and can help alleviate anxiety sometimes caused by THC.
• Pinene can also be found in pine trees and culinary herbs such as rosemary and basil. The scent is invigorating and may also improve memory in those with Alzheimer’s and other cognitive diseases.
• Caryophyllene, also known as beta-caryophyllene, is a very common cannabis terpene found predominantly in black pepper, as well as other herbs such as oregano, cinnamon, and cloves. Besides its pleasant woody, peppery scent, it is also preferred to help manage pain and stress.
• Linalool imparts a floral and woodsy aroma to some of the most desirable herbs, such as lavender, bergamot, and eucalyptus. 

Terpene-Forward Product Picks

At Main Street Dispensary, we carry products for all your cannabis needs. But if you’re specifically looking for cannabis products with flavors and aromas that will enhance your experience, we suggest seeking out products with significant terpene profiles. We’ve listed several of our favorite products that we think you’ll enjoy:

• Cookies Small Batch Sticky Buns x Gelato Flower is a sativa-hybrid vape cartridge with 30.32% THC. This high level of THC is nicely balanced with a terpene profile that includes limonene, linalool, caryophyllene, and more. It is a terrific choice for relaxing before a great night’s sleep.
• MPX Grapes Diamonds Live Rosin is a hybrid concentrate offering 74.45% THC and 8.21% terpenes. The top terpenes, beta-caryophyllene, limonene, and myrcene, create a grapefruit, grape juice, and berry flavor burst.
• Grown Rogue Blue Runtz Pre-roll is an indica-hybrid with nearly 28% THC and a terpene profile of over four percent. The terpene profile is diverse, but the main actors are limonene, linalool, and myrcene. You’ll enjoy the fruity essence with a bit of woodsy aroma to balance it out.
• Grown Rogue Pink Passion Fruit Pre-roll Pack offers 28.47% THC. The Pink Passion sativa-hybrid has a generous terpene profile of 3.68%, with myrcene making up more than half of it. You can expect to feel a significant energy boost.
• Leiffa Cereal Milk Live Rosin is a sativa strain with a delectable buttery texture. The terpene profile of nearly 6% accentuates the effects of euphoria, energy, and creativity, and brings out the natural flavor of the rosin.

Find the Terpene Profile That Fits You

If you’re terpene curious and want to bring your cannabis experience to the next level, we would love you to visit us at Main Street Dispensary at 311 Raritan Avenue. Our staff is here to discuss your needs and answer questions.

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