Have you heard about the beneficial effects of vaping terpenes and cannabinoids? In this post you can find out how to achieve certain effects by combining terpene and cannabinoid profiles in your e-liquids.
Plus, we’re also going to go over the benefits of vaping compared to smoking, and we’ll have a look at how to choose different e-liquid flavors or terpenes depending on the occasion or desired effect
Effects, Characteristics and Benefits of Vaping Terpenes and Cannabinoids
As we’ve mentioned in previous posts, every terpene (Limonene, Cariophylene, Myrcene etc) that make up every terpene profile (Super Lemon Haze, Critical, Zkittlez etc.) have their own effects and properties on their own and when combined with other terpenes.
Plus, all terpenes and terpene profiles can modulate the effects of cannabinoids when consumed together or within a short space of time. This happens naturally in cannabis flowers. It can also happen if you consume cannabis and then consume food with terpenes; the effect can change suddenly.
The best way to understand how aromatic profiles can affect cannabis strains, is to keep in mind that two cannabis strains with the exact same cannabinoid concentration (THC, CBD, CBG…) will produce different effects depending how modified the effect is by terpenes.
In modern times and in the world of cannabis, when describing the stimulating, relaxing or balanced effects of a strain, they’re classified under Sativa, Indica and Hybrid strains.
This information is currently obtained according to the genetic combination (strain crossing) and the results that this combination provides. According to many recent studies, we know that relaxing and stimulating effects are actually due to the synergy between cannabinoids and terpenes (entourage effect).
Cannabinoid and Terpene Combination: The Entourage Effect
The term entourage effect refers to the combination between different cannabis elements and the resulting effect (mainly terpenes and cannabinoids). Cannabinoids produce certain effects, and when found alongside different proportions of different terpenes they may act in different ways.
Plus, the right amount of terpenes in your cannabis products (buds, extracts, tinctures…) allows you to obtain more effects and benefits from each and every cannabinoid. For example, if you consume CBD on its own, with no terpenes, your body won’t assimilate it in the same way as if it were accompanied by terpenes.
Terpenes have quite an impact in the way cannabinoids are absorbed by the body and they can make you feel better in many different ways.
Consuming terpenes doesn’t produce any sort of psychoactive effect like that of THC, but they do have calming or stimulating effects which are much more intense alongside cannabinoids.
E-Liquids with Cali Terpenes
There are many cannabis products and derivatives which can be consumed in various ways. Each product and consumption method has certain advantages and benefits:
For example:
- Vaporizing cannabis is healthier than smoking cannabis and it produces a lighter effect (due to the absence of combustion). If you’re adding tobacco when you smoke cannabis, it’s even worse for your health due to the damaging and carcinogenic elements contained in tobacco.
- Ingesting cannabis edibles is healthier than vaporizing, although the effects can take around an hour to start taking effect until the food has been fully digested, and they can be quite potent and long-lasting.
Why is Vaping Healthier than Smoking?
Vaporizing cannabis (in flower or concentrate format) is much better for the respiratory system than smoking it. This method allows you to avoid the toxic sub-products caused by combustion as well as elements such as papers and tobacco if you use it to roll, and the high temperatures.
According to studies around the world, vaping e-liquids is 95% healthier than smoking; there is no combustion, meaning no smoke is generated, just vapor. Smoking, in general, causes respiratory issues, and it can also end up causing other health issues; vaping isn’t entirely harmless, but it is healthier than smoking.
Terpenes release specific aromas that can be used in aromatherapy sessions, too. When used alongside CBD or other cannabinoids, the effects can be more efficient and effective.
When you smoke, you’re losing part of the cannabinoids and their effects, as well as terpenes. However, when vaporized, flavors are fresher and cleaner, which makes for a more intense flower flavor, as if recently-harvested.
*It’s important to know exactly what you’re vaping, always read the tag and ingredients.
**Check out our post on Smoking VS Vaporizing if you want more information regarding this issue.
How to Enjoy Some of the Best Cannabis Strains without Smoke
If you want to avoid the health issues accompanied by plant combustion or consuming tobacco, as well as enjoy more fresh and intense aromas, there are a few different options.
Let’s have a look at some of the methods in which you can best experience instant effects; a fast and efficient way to benefit from cannabis a terpene effects and properties:
– Vaporizing Cannabis Flowers
In this case, you should have different strains for different moments (relaxing, sleeping well or spending time with friends, for example). Although it’s not always possible to get access to a strain that covers your needs at all times, it is highly recommended.
Different proportions of cannabinoids and terpenes in each strain can cause the perfect effect in certain moments, and maybe not such an ideal effect in others.
– Vaporizing Cannabis Concentrates
There are many different types of cannabis extracts and concentrates. Most of them can be smoked or dabbed, although the healthiest option is definitely vaping.
Generally speaking, the most vaped extracts are distilled cannabis extracts, Rosin and BHO due to their high cannabinoid levels and easy evaporation when the right temperature is applied due to their low amount of plant material.
In order to vaporize these types of products you can use vaporizers designed specifically for vaping concentrates, or you can make your own cartridges and combinations; distilled, Rosin or BHO.
The main thing to keep in mind when vaporizing this type of extract is that they usually have quite a high level of cannabinoids, making for much more intense effects. This is good if you’re looking to obtain the effects produced by THC quickly, although it can turn into a bad thing if you end up higher than you wanted.
If you want a more controlled dose that’s easier to manage, you can try vaping e-liquids.
– Vaporizing E-Liquids with Terpenes and/or Cannabinoids
E-Liquids contain cannabinoids and pure terpenes which allow for an exact dose; when you’re using an e-liquid, you’ll benefit from the same proportion of terpenes or terpenes and CBD each time.
At Cali Terpenes we make our own e-liquids:
- E-Liquids with terpenes: like we said previously, terpene profiles allow you to achieve the exact aroma and flavor of cannabis strains, and they’re available in our e-liquids. There are consumers who add small amounts of cannabis concentrate to these e-liquids in order to create their own e-liquid with cannabinoids.
- E-Liquids with CBD: for those that love the multiple benefits of CBD, one of the fastest and most efficient ways to consume it is via vaporizing it. Plus, depending on the terpene profile of the chosen e-liquid, the effects can vary in each strain.
You can also create your own e-liquid with cannabinoids using cannabis concentrates such as Rosin or BHO in order to create the ideal proportion of cannabinoids for your needs. This allows you to make different e-liquids which adapt perfectly to the effect you’re looking for at all times.
We’ve selected some of the most renowned aromas from our terpene profile catalogue in order to offer a truly unique vaping experience.
A Strain for Each Occasion
As we were saying earlier, choosing different terpene profiles (cannabis aromas), for example stimulating, relaxing or mood-altering terpenes, improves your experience when consuming cannabinoids such as CBD or THC.
Do you vape more during the day, or on your coffee break? Or do you prefer to take a second to relax with your vaporizer after dinner? Regardless of your habits, you can check out our different e-liquid and terpene strains, with or without cannabinoids, and you’ll know which is best for you.
When it comes to modulating effects, aromatherapy and the Sativa/Indica/Hybrid classification that we’ve talked about here, our e-liquids can be divided into the following categories:
Energy E-Liquids; Active and Invigorating Effect
These strains are those which best fit with daily use, ideal for breaks at work or before an intense training session. These strains represent only some of the most stimulating and renowned Sativas in our catalogue:
- AMNESIA: intense flavor, citric and fresh with sweet hints.
Available in different formats: Amnesia Terpene E-Liquid / Amnesia Terpene and CBD E-Liquid.
- TANGIE: intense, citric and Diesel-like flavor with sweet hints similar to mandarins.
Available in different formats: Tangie Terpene E-Liquid / Tangie Terpene and CBD E-Liquid.
- SUPER LEMON HAZE: intense flavor, citric and incensed with sweet hints.
Available in different formats: Super Lemon Haze Terpene E-Liquid / Super Lemon Haze Terpene and CBD E-Liquid.
Relax E-Liquids: For a Relaxing Effect
If you need to relax and ease tension after a long, intense day, enjoy a calming and stress-free time, or relax after intense physical activity, you should choose an “indica” strain for a more relaxing effect.
The following strains are only some of our most relaxing “Indica” strains.
- LAVENDER: fresh, floral flavor with hints of lavender.
Available in different formats: Lavender Terpene E-Liquid / Lavender Terpene and CBD E-Liquid.
- HOLY GRAIL KUSH: intense flavor that combined deep earthy hints with sweet, spiced, pine-like flavors.
Available in different formats: Holy Grail Kush Terpene E-Liquid / Holy Grail Kush Terpene and CBD E-Liquid.
- BLACKBERRY KUSH: fruity and sweet flavor similar to Afghan hash.
Available in different formats: Blackberry Kush Terpene E-Liquid / Blackberry Kush Terpene and CBD E-Liquid.
Focus E-Liquids: For a Balanced Effect
Strains considered to be half indica and half sativa can be defined as hybrids. We could say that these strains are ideal for any time of day.
These strains represent just some of the most renowned hybrids in our catalogue:
- GIRL SCOUT COOKIES: sweet, intense flavor with small hints of spice.
Available in different formats: Girl Scout Cookies Terpene E-Liquid / Girl Scout Cookies Terpene and CBD E-Liquid.
- GELATO: sweet, creamy flavors with hints of citrus.
Available in different formats: Gelato Terpene E-Liquid / Gelato Terpene and CBD E-Liquid.
- CRITICAL: intense, citric flavor with sweet, lemony and spiced hints.
Available in different formats: Critical Terpene E-Liquid / Critical Terpene and CBD E-Liquid.
We also have combined packs of e-liquids with come with a combination of our strains.
As we were saying earlier, you can easily have e-liquids designed to produce certain effects for certain occasions, to the liking of every consumer.
Plus, our CBD e-liquids come in different concentrations of this highly medicinal cannabinoid:
- 30 mg CBD in 10 ml.
- 100 mg CBD in 10 ml.
Wide scope scientific research, and patient and doctor testimonies, often highlight CBD as a potential treatment or aid for various issues and illnesses.
We hope this article has been of use in helping you to choose the right e-liquids or terpenes depending on what the moment calls for.
If you have any questions, you can get in touch with us or leave a comment below.
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