Talking Terpenes

Let's talk terpenes! Terpenes are aromatic and complex compounds that create the various gassy, cheesy, sweet, fruity, peppery and other smells that make every strain unique. These terpenes create varying effects beyond THC and other cannabinoids which effect the high differently.

What is a Terpene you Ask

Terpenes are naturally occurring compounds found in many plants, like lavender, pine trees and rosemary but they are also found in the cannabis plant. In cannabis, terpenes are produced in the same resin glands (trichomes) that create cannabinoids like THC. That’s why the smell of a flower can often hint at how it might make you feel. But terpenes do more than smell good—they interact with cannabinoids in what’s often called the “entourage effect.” This means the combination of compounds works together to shape your overall experience.

Trichomes up close and personal

How Terpenes Affect your High

Terpenes can influence your high in several ways:

Modulating Effects- Some terpenes may enhance or soften the effects of THC. For example, certain terpenes can make a high feel more relaxing, while others may promote alertness or creativity.

Influencing Mood- Terpenes are also found in aromatherapy and essential oils, which are known to affect mood. Cannabis terpenes can similarly contribute to feelings like calm, focus, or uplift.

Physical Sensations- Some terpenes are associated with body relaxation, while others may feel more mentally stimulating.

Potential Therapeutic Benefits- Early research suggests terpenes may have anti-inflammatory, anti-anxiety, or sedative properties—but more studies are still needed to fully understand their impact.

Common Cannabis Terpenes (and What They Do)

TERPENE	AROMA	COMMON EFFECTS	STRAINS
Myrcene	Earthy, musky, slightly sweet	Relaxing, sedating	Blue Dream Permanent Marker Grandaddy Purple OG Kush
Limonene	Citrus (lemon, orange)	Uplifting, mood-boosting- Popular in strains that feel energizing or stress-relieving	Pink Runtz Gelonade Miracle Alien Cookies (MAC) Peanutbutter Breath Super Sour Diesel
Pinene	Pine, fresh forest	Alertness, focus- May help counter some of THC’s memory effects (based on early research).	Cherry Gelato Jelly Donut Galactic Glue Crunch Berries
Linalool	Floral, lavender	Calming, anti-anxiety, sedating	Durban Candy OG Red Haze
Caryophyllene	Spicy, peppery	Grounding, body relaxation	Lemon Cherry Gelato Wedding Cake Sour Diesel White Runtz

Strains and their Terpenes

STRAIN	TERPENES	EFFECTS	PRODUCTS
Blue Dream	Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene	Balanced mind + body effects Uplifting, creative, but not overwhelming, Light body relaxation without sedation Best for: daytime use, social settings, or easing anxiety without feeling “stuck”	Catskill Mountain Kush- Blue Dream Flower 3.5g Alchemy Pure- Blue Dream Flower 3.5g Hudson Cannabis- Blue Dream 1g Cart Supernatuals- Blue Dream- Preroll 1.5g Hepworth- Blue Dream Flower 3.5 g FIND PRODUCTS HERE
Super Lemon Haze	Limonene, Terpinolene, Caryophyllene	Energizing and mentally stimulating Strong mood elevation, Creativity + focus Best for: mornings, productivity, outdoor activities	Back Home Cannabis- Super Lemon Haze Flower 3.5g Back Home Cannabis- Super Lemon Haze Prerolls 6-pk Supernaturals- Super Lemon Piss Prerolls 5-pk FIND PRODUCTS HERE
Northern Lights	Myrcene (dominant) Caryophyllene Linalool	Heavy body relaxation (“couch-lock”), Stress and tension relief Sedating, sleep-friendly Best for: evening use, insomnia, pain relief	Back Home Cannabis- Northern Lights Prerolls 6-pk Back Home Cannabis- Northern Lights Flower 3.5g and 14g FIND PRODUCTS HERE
Jack Herer	Myrcene, Terpinolene, Pinene	Clear-headed with mild euphoria, Balanced mental + physical effects, Social and functional Best for: productivity, creativity, or daytime focus	Ruby Farms- Jack Herer Prerolls 10-pk Hepworth- Hudson Valley Jack Vape cart 1g Back Home Cannabis- Jack Herer Flower 3.5g FIND PRODUCTS HERE