5 Popular Cannabinoid Terpenes Explained
Myrcene One of the most popular terpenes found in cannabis is myrcene. Besides cannabis, myrcene is found in hops and is responsible for the peppery, spicy, balsam aroma in beer. You can also find it in mangos, lemongrass, and thyme. Alpha-Pinene & Beta-Pinene Alpha-pinene and beta-pinene are simply two variations of pinene. Pinene is an aromatic compound commonly found in cannabis that smells a lot like a forest of pine trees. You can find traces of Pinene in pine needles, rosemary, and basil. Beta Caryophyllene Caryophyllene is present in many herbs and spices, including black pepper, basil, and oregano. [...]