Your references

Start with what speaks to you.

Familiar notes to explore cannabis aromas.

Aroma families

Four families to guide you.

Cannabis can offer a wide range of aromas. Here are a few common families to help you put words to what you notice.

A step further

What about terpenes?

They are aromatic compounds found in many plants, including cannabis.

Terpenes contribute to aromas and are part of a strain’s overall profile. They are also found in everyday foods, herbs and spices.

Your exploration

Your nose, your preferences.

Use these families as reference points to describe what you like.

Aromas can vary from one product to another, even within the same family. Take the time to explore, compare and note what speaks to you. There is no right or wrong choice: your preferences are your own.

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