A cannabis aroma profile is a descriptive term used to describe the different chemicals and compounds found in cannabis plants. These profiles are created using statistical data from plants grown in different conditions and for different purposes.
When you purchase a plant that has been cultivated in low lighting, cold climate, or with extensive training, its profile will be higher in odor compounds than a plant that has been cultivated in high lighting, warm climate, and with little or no training.
This is due to the fact that some of these compounds are better at escaping from the plant as it grows, making it more fresh and exciting to enjoy. When you buy cuttings or clones that have not been trained, you are giving them a better chance at developing an acceptable shape and size on their own.
The perceived smell of cannabis is influenced by many factors, including: where they were raised, what they were taught about drugs as children, and what drugs they received instruction on during childhood.
Flavonoids are also a significant component of aroma
This class of plant compounds includes the familiar coffee, tobacco, and spice flavors we know and love.
Cannabis has ten major flavor profile classes: terpene, sweet/sour, bitter/sweet, and Scully/Flavours. Each of these has a specific smell and taste that is unique.
Many cannabis consumers describe their style of cannabis consumption as spending time in a hot bath with a warm bath bomb wrapped lovingly around your body. You take your time to relax into the bath until you fall asleep!
Some people prefer more bitter or strong smells while others prefer lighter ones that are refreshingly sweet or sour. Many people find these flavors pleasing on their skin so they choose products based on those preferences instead of the cannabis itself.
Terpenes are what give cannabis strains their unique smell
Terpenes are a group of chemical compounds found in both plant and mineral kingdom that affect how we perceive smells.
Terpenes range from small, basic chemicals like peppermint or orange oil that add flavor to foods or products (and are crucial to many smells) to large structural molecules like valve structures found in essential oils.
Many of these oil molecules change based on the temperature of the construct and where it is placed. For example, green oils such as basil or fenugreek may become more pronounced when heated, while olive and coconut oils remain soft unless steeped.
This is why some recipes require you to use very fresh ingredients like green tea or hardwood furniture cannot be warmed with extractions.
Limonene is a prominent terpene found in cannabis
Limonene is a terpene found in many plants, including citrus fruits and vegetables.
It can also seep into the ground and form natural wells where crops can flourish. This is a phenomenon called entesters, where plants use special chemicals to defend their territory against pests and other plants.
By adding limonene to your cannabis, you are giving your plant access to this powerful antiseptic! As an added bonus, this might boost your appetite as it increases your metabolism of the drug.
As we said before, different strains have different profiles of limonene. This is what makes finding a strain that is rich in this compound so hard.
Myrcene is another terpene found in cannabis
Myrcene is an alternate term for monoterpene. Terpenes are chemicals found in plants that give flowers and plants distinctive flavors or signatures.
Myrcene is a terpene found in cannabis. It is an alternate term for monoterpene.
Monoterpenes are generally more expensive than the more common terpenes. However, they can have price tags to pay for the quality they receive as their partner.
When working with monomeric terpenes, it is important to make sure your equipment and techniques are up to snuff so the piece gets full-on monomeric treatment.
There are many different types of terpenes and flavonoids in cannabis
Due to the many ways plants can compose their aroma and flavor profiles, it is not a easy task finding a plant that matches your style.
Cannabis flowers in different eras with distinct signatures of terpene content, flavonoids, and cannabinoid content. This makes spotting a grow team or looking at a plant’s leaf profile to determine its cannabis smell and taste is an art.
Smell your weed before you consume it
Never try to smoke or eat cannabis before you smell it! The concentrated scent can affect your brain centers, making you think it is something else such as food or drink when in reality, it is just a different smelling plant.
Just like any other smell, the way you consume cannabis can make it more fragrant. You can add extra oils or substances to your flower or concentrates. Some people prefer the mellower effect of extracts over the stronger effects of dried flowers.
When using extracts, getting a chance to smell your cannabis is important.
Cure your weed before you consume it
A pot-accounting term, pH is a metric measure of a substance’s acidity or pH. Your cannabis is primarily alkaline, which makes it pleasant to the taste.
Lower pH levels are “sweet” and “fruity,” like sugar or fruit flavors in your weed. These flavors are appealing to the nose and palate, making them useful for edibles or drinks.
High pH levels are “burned” and “roasted,” like the flavor of an acid that has been charred. These flavors are more likely to be vinegar or saltier than sweeter.
The ideal cannabis pH level is between 4 and 5. Too high of a pH level can be unhealthy, depending on what you are using it for.
Know your strains and their characteristics
Randomly choosing a strain can be done based on the scent or ‘taste’ of the plant. Some strains are more likely to smell or taste certain things, such as chocolate or coffee.
While this is not a direct way to treat an illness, it is an indicator of theplant’s characteristics.
These characteristics can play a huge role in how your plant behaves and how you take care of them. A signature style or treatment is often recommended before flowering begins, to know what to expect.
Strain diversity is also related to style diversity. When working with different strains, it is important to know howto respect their characteristics and take care of them accordingly.
