“Finding a cannabis strain with a terpene profile that suits your needs involves understanding the characteristics of different terpenes and how they interact with cannabinoids to produce specific effects.”
Some variation of this appears on every Google search when starting the journey into finding your own cannabis profile preferences.
The anxiety and overwhelming feelings I, personally, get when trying to learn more about what’s suitable for my needs cause me to close out the screen every time, which consequently gets me nowhere. Sites that are supposed to be helpful use so many buzzwords and so much jargon. Then they tell us to, “Go out and experiment! Find one that you like!”
Please, tell me who would legitimately volunteer to drain their bank account to buy varying amounts of weed to help navigate the neurodivergent mind and experiment. We’re neurodivergent and impatient.
Let’s take a different approach.
There’s an old adage in weed, “The nose knows.”
The root of that short but accurate statement boils down to terpenes. The flavor and scent-filled compounds that make cannabis weedy, grassy, funky, cheesy, piney, fruity, earthy, or any other combination of flavors and smells that we find. These fragrant molecules serve as catalysts for creating distinctive aromas and significantly influence our perception of physical sensations.
The things that smell best, taste best; those are the things that your body is telling you it wants or needs. That’s it that’s why some days Blueberry Muffin smells amazing and other days you prefer something like Alaska Thunder Fuck.
But with fewer dispensaries offering deli-style packaging and free sniffs – how do you know ahead of time what you need or want.
Discovering one’s desired terpene profiles can be enhanced by delving into the world of fragrances in the quest to comprehend one’s sensory interests. People can learn a great deal about their cannabis preferences by examining their favorite perfumes and the terpenes that go along with them. This information may be applied as guidance to assist in choosing cannabis strains or products that will make your journey satisfying and unique.
In exploring the intricate world of scent preferences, perfumes offer a rich tapestry of aromatic experiences that parallel the diverse terpene profiles found in cannabis.
Citrus-based fragrances, such as Dior Homme Cologne and CK One, reflect the presence of limonene, evoking the vibrant aromas of lemon, orange, and grapefruit.
Earthy notes found in Terre d’Hermès and Black Orchid resonate with myrcene, while floral compositions like Chanel No. 5 and Flowerbomb draw upon linalool, infusing scents of rose and jasmine.
Woody fragrances like Sauvage and Black Opium mirror pinene’s essence with hints of cedarwood and sandalwood, while spicy scents of Spicebomb and Armani Code align with caryophyllene’s peppery allure.
The exploration of perfumes and scents serve as a guide for selecting cannabis cultivars or marijuana products with terpene profiles that resonate with individual sensibilities.
Celebrating the interconnectedness of sensation, the exploration of scent and its corresponding terpenes unveils a world of personalized aromatic journeys.
We set out on an enthralling mission to build experiences that resonate with our distinct sensory landscapes as we dig deeper into understanding our sensory proclivities. Every scent, from the strong earthy undertones to the delicate floral bouquets, hints at a mystery that is just waiting to be discovered.
What do you think?