What Are Cannabis-Derived Terpenes?
Why They Matter for Flavor, Aroma, and Experience
When you crack open a jar of fresh cannabis flower or take a pull from one of our All Day or All Night vapes, the first thing you notice isn’t the THC — it’s the smell. The flavor. The vibe. That’s all thanks to terpenes.
Terpenes are aromatic compounds found in many plants — but cannabis produces them in especially rich and complex combinations. When terpenes come from the cannabis plant itself, we call them cannabis-derived terpenes (CDTs).
What Exactly Are Terpenes?
Terpenes are organic compounds that give plants their distinctive smells and flavors. They are responsible for:
The pine scent of a forest
The citrus burst in lemon peel
The relaxing aroma of lavender
In cannabis, these same compounds contribute to the strain’s taste, smell, and even its effects.
What Makes Cannabis-Derived Terpenes Special?
Cannabis-derived terpenes are extracted directly from the cannabis plant — not from other plants or created synthetically in a lab.
This is important because cannabis terpenes are uniquely complex. They come bundled with cannabinoids (like THC and CBD) and other plant compounds that evolved to work together — a phenomenon called the entourage effect.
That’s why cannabis-derived terpenes can offer a more authentic and full-spectrum experience.
How Are Cannabis-Derived Terpenes Made?
Fresh cannabis flower is harvested.
The plant material is frozen or processed to capture peak terpene levels.
Terpenes are extracted using methods like steam distillation or cold trapping.
These terpenes can then be reintroduced into cannabis oil for vapes, preserving the strain’s original flavor and effects.
Why Do Cannabis-Derived Terpenes Matter in Vapes?
Not all vapes are created equal.
Many lower-quality vapes use botanical terpenes — compounds derived from other plants like oranges or pine trees. While safe, these blends often lack the complexity and authenticity of cannabis-derived terpenes.
Vapes made with CDTs offer:
True-to-strain flavor
Authentic aroma
Enhanced entourage effect
A more elevated, strain-specific experience
Final Takeaway
Cannabis-derived terpenes aren’t just about flavor — they’re about preserving the soul of the plant.
For cannabis consumers who care about quality, authenticity, and full-spectrum effects, products made with cannabis-derived terpenes deliver a deeper, more genuine experience.
Next time you shop for a vape or concentrate, check the label. If it says cannabis-derived terpenes — you know you’re getting the real thing.