Author: Michelle Janikian

Beta-caryophyllene is a sweet, spicy, and clovelike cannabis terpene Intense flavor is becoming the most sought after characteristic in cannabis thanks to a new appreciation of terpenes, the aromatic components responsible for cannabis’ signature scent and taste. In contrast to cannabinoids like THC and CBD which lack comprehensive scientific study, terpenes have a long history of biological and chemical investigation, and that means they have well known practical uses and proven medical effects. In this series we’ll take a closer look at the most common terps found in cannabis. Each time we’ll focus on a singular terpene, explore its...

The brave new world of solventless infused edible cannabis As legalization has grown more people than ever are consuming a variety of cannabis products, and while smoking is the longest standing consumption method, new trends are constantly emerging. For instance, smoking and vaping are falling out of favor with the more health conscious among us, especially this year when aggravating your lungs or sharing a joint are big no-no’s. However, that just means people are pivoting toward edibles, especially now that we’ve all got a lot of extra time on our hands.  And so, it probably doesn’t come as...

Humulene, the hoppy, woody, and earthy terpene that helps give cannabis its signature scent While cannabinoids like THC and CBD have long grabbed the headlines, terpenes – the flavor and aroma producing components of cannabis – are finally getting their time in the limelight. A new appreciation is growing for these volatile organic compounds, and in contrast to cannabinoids which lack comprehensive scientific study, terpenes have a long history of biological and chemical investigation.  What that means is terpenes have well known practical uses and proven medical effects, and in this series we’ll take a closer look at the...