Guide to CBD terpenes: flavours, aromas and effects

The world of terpenes invites you on a unique sensory journey. Each aromatic molecule reveals the soul of the plant, tells the story of its terroir and subtly influences your experience. Understanding terpenes means learning how to choose the CBD resin that suits your desires, moments and needs. Discover them as a helpful guide to exploring the taste, colour and effects of each aromatic profile.

List of the main terpenes and their characteristics

Alpha Pinene: fresh, resinous pine flavour, promotes alertness and mental clarity
Camphene: camphoraceous and herbaceous aroma, provides mild relaxation and anti-inflammatory effects
Beta Pinene: woody conifer note, stimulates concentration and freshness
Myrcene: earthy and musky scent, relaxing and soothing
3-Carene: sweet pine and citrus aroma, anti-inflammatory and clarifying
Alpha Terpinene: slightly lemony herbaceous flavour, refreshing and stimulating
Limonene: bright citrus zest, energising and anti-stress
Ocimene Isomer 1: sweet, herbaceous scent, uplifting and gently energising
p-Cymene: spicy citrus notes, tonic and antioxidant
Ocimene Isomer 2: fresh and light aroma, stimulating and sometimes antiviral
Gamma Terpinene: warm and spicy citrus flavour, energising and invigorating
Sabinene Hydrate: slightly peppery woody taste, natural antioxidant
Terpinolene: herbaceous and fruity scent, tonic and anti-anxiety
Linalool: delicate floral aroma of lavender, soothing and relaxing
L-Fenchol: fresh, camphorated note, refreshing with a woody touch
Isopulegol: slightly spicy menthol scent, stimulating and refreshing
Citronellal: sweet citrus flavour, revitalising and energising
Isoborneol: camphor and herbaceous aroma, calming effect
Menthol: powerful menthol flavour, refreshing and invigorating
Borneol: earthy and sweet camphor scent, relaxing and soothing
Camphor: intense camphor notes, relieves tension and local fatigue
Alpha Terpineol: sweet floral scent, mildly relaxing and soothing
Citronellol: floral citrus aroma, energising and refreshing
Geraniol: floral rose flavour, soothing and neuroprotective
Citral Isomer 1: intense citrus flavour, stimulating and invigorating
Citral Isomer 2: bright and fresh lemon, stimulating and invigorating
Pulegone: powerful menthol scent, refreshing and energising
Geranyl acetate: sweet, floral aroma, relaxing and aromatic
Trans Caryophyllene: spicy peppery note, anti-inflammatory and calming
Eugenol: warm, comforting, anti-inflammatory spice scent
Alpha Humulene: woody and earthy taste, anti-inflammatory and natural appetite suppressant
Nerolidol Isomer 1: sweet woody aroma, relaxing and sedative
Nerolidol Isomer 2: woody fragrance, deeply calming effect
Caryophyllene Oxide: spicy woody notes, anti-inflammatory and aromatic
Cedrol: deep woody aroma, relaxing and stabilising
Alpha Bisabolol: sweet floral scent of chamomile, calming and soothing

Tip: when choosing your CBD resin, let your desires guide you: a fresh, piney taste for concentration, floral notes for relaxation, citrus for energy. Each terpene tells a story, listen to it to create your own experience.