Highlighting our Favorite Terpenes - Myrcene

A big part of what makes cannabis so interesting is terpenes. Known for its earthy and musky aroma, myrcene is a terpene you'll find in many cannabis strains. There's a pretty good chance you've experienced it in your bud without even knowing it. But what is myrcene, and how can you recognize it? 

Let's start with the basics. Terpenes are naturally occurring aromatic compounds responsible for giving plants their characteristic aromas and flavors. 

An easy way to remember is thinking about lemons. That distinct lemon smell and taste comes largely from a terpene called limonene. Lemons, limonene see? Easy to remember!

Terpenes are the natural scents of plants. They're found in all sorts of plants we interact with every day, from the pepper we use on food to the lavender we use in essential oils.

One important thing to remember about cannabis terpenes is that they contribute to the overall experience of a strain. While certain terpenes are commonly associated with specific effects, the science is still developing, and no single terpene tells the whole story.

So what makes myrcene special?

One of the coolest things about myrcene is its connection to both cannabis and beer. Myrcene is one of the terpenes found in hops, the same plant used to give beer its aroma and flavor. That earthy, herbal, slightly spicy smell you notice in certain beers can come from the same terpene found in common weed strains.

What's even more interesting is plants high in myrcene can smell completely different, even though they contain some of the same terpenes. That's because a plant's aroma comes from the combination of all its terpenes and other natural compounds, not just a single terp. 

Similar to hops in beer, myrcene is often associated with earthy, musky, herbal, and sometimes fruity aromas. It's a big part of what gives certain cannabis strains that classic earthy or funky smell.

Myrcene is also commonly associated with relaxing cannabis experiences. However, a strain's effects aren't determined by a single terpene alone. THC, other cannabinoids, the full terpene profile, and individual differences all play a role in how cannabis feels.

How Do I Know If My Weed Has Myrcene? 

Myrcene-rich cannabis strains are often associated with earthy, musky, herbal, and sometimes downright stinky aromas. Some strains commonly associated with myrcene include:

Blue Dream

Granddaddy Purple

OG Kush

Bubba Kush

Grape Ape

Northern Lights

Mango Kush

Something to note: strain names don't guarantee terpene content. Myrcene levels can vary between growers, harvests, and batches. A Blue Dream from one grower may have a different terpene profile than a Blue Dream from another. 

Another interesting thing about myrcene is that it can be pretty subtle. Other terpenes, like limonene or pinene, can have strong, recognizable aromas. Myrcene, on the other hand, can blend into the overall scent of a strain and is difficult to define. So sometimes you can be smoking a myrcene-rich strain and not even realize it!

Shopping for specific terpenes can sometimes be tricky. Some brands list terpene percentages on their jars, while others don't.

Luckily, at Bored n Buzzed, we have strain-specific testing data built into our inventory system!

If you're ever wondering whether a certain strain has a lot of myrcene, ask one of our budtenders to check the terpene testing on their tablet. They can view terpene testing data on all strains in our store.

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