As more people search for health benefits and recreational experiences from cannabis, a new demographic of cannabis consumers is looking for these benefits from non-inhaled formats. Edibles are one of the fastest-growing categories of cannabis products, hitting sales of USD 9.68 billion in 2023. Consumers of all ages and experiences simply love them.

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People want food and beverage experiences that deliver the same punch as their favorite cannabis strains, just without the smoke. In this vein, it's time to develop signature terpene profiles for your edibles and gummies to set your brand apart.

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Are There Terpenes in Edibles? 

Most edibles are made with cannabinoid isolates, which don't contain terpenes. This type of isolate-infused gummy, in particular, is ubiquitous in the cannabis industry, the bread and butter for most edible makers. Most formulas contain either THC, CBD, or a combination of the two and deliver a one-note experience without the added value of terpenes.

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For those edibles with a non-isolated, broad spectrum of compounds, trace amounts of terpenes may be present thanks to less refined cannabis oil. Recently, live rosin and live resin gummies have been growing in popularity. With these infusions, the terpene flavor and cannabis taste are more perceptible to the final consumer.

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But what if you want to boost the terpene potential of your edible product beyond the contents of the cannabinoid extraction? You can also add more terpene content to create an edible experience your customers crave. 

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For example, you can choose the cannabis strain you want to start with, then add higher strain-specific, cannabis-derived terpenes and/or complementary all-natural flavor, so consumers achieve the euphoric effects and sensory experience from their edible that mirror the effects of a fresh flower or vape cart.

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Do Terpenes Affect Edibles?

Individual terpenes are often associated with particular aromas (think woodsy, citrusy, floral, and so on). While terpenes aren't direct flavoring agents, natural terpenes can enhance the flavor of your edibles.

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The terpenes in cannabis can also impart some nuances to the cannabinoid effects. In many cases, cannabis-based terpenes will work with the cannabinoids in that specific strain to make its euphoric effects and/or therapeutic benefits more powerful and long-lasting.

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Enhance your gummies and edibles with Lab Effects' all-natural cannabis-derived terpenes.

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Are There Edibles That Don't Taste Like Weed?

Many consumers would like the potential health benefits of cannabinoids and common terpenes without a strong "weed taste," by which they usually mean a heavy herbal, grassy, or earthy flavor. Fortunately for them, most commercial edibles don't taste like weed.

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In most cases, edibles will taste like the specific flavoring agents that have been added. Think strawberries, peaches, sweet and tart berries, creamy caramel, or a blast of lemon drop.

But there is still a concern that when you bite into an edible, you'll get an unpleasant taste of cannabis plant matter. In some formulations using full and broad-spectrum oils, there may be a lingering spicy bite in the back of the throat known to accompany cannabis oils. 

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As mentioned earlier, most edibles are made with highly refined cannabis extracts, such as distillate or isolate cannabinoids, making them devoid of this strong cannabis flavor. What's more, the vast majority of gummies use added flavors, like sour candy, chocolate, or fruit, to appeal to popular consumer demand.

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As demand for edibles grows, there is also a new subset of consumers seeking that natural, authentic, plant-like experience from their edibles. They look for edibles with that True-to-Flower™ aroma and flavor, offering the same cannabis experience they get from a flower or a vape, just in edible form.

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Lab Effects has developed a massive portfolio of natural terpene flavors and flavor-enhanced, strain-specific terpenes that can be used in edible products like gummies to enhance their taste and deliver any experience your customers crave. 

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Differentiate your cannabis edibles with our functional terpene blends for a truly unique consumer experience.

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Can You Make Strain-Specific Edibles?

Yes. Strain-specific edibles can be formulated using terpene profiles developed from the profile of a specific cannabis strain, such as Blue Dream or Gelato. Lab Effects’ portfolio of cannabis-derived terpenes, the largest in the industry, helps manufacturers formulate edibles that deliver that True-to-Flower experience. From Chem Dawg to Zkittles, we help you capture the original strain's distinct chemical composition and sensory characteristics.

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For any manufacturer developing high-quality, strain-specific edibles, Lab Effects provides all-natural, scalable terpene solutions.

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Can You Make Terpene-Infused Gummies?

The short answer is: Yes. Cannabinoid gummies can be formulated using terpenes to elevate the flavor and enhance the cannabis-driven sensory effects. Whether developing strain-specific formulations with our cannabis-derived terpenes or optimizing for functional outcomes with our therapeutic terpene blends, Lab Effects helps edible makers produce premium and competitively differentiated gummy products.

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Can You Make Limonene Gummies? 

Technically, you can add terpene to a gummy formulation, although straight terpenes don't taste good. For example, just because the terpene limonene contributes to the flavor of lemons and limes, it is only one of hundreds of natural flavor components that make up the greater flavor profile. This applies to any isolated terpene, like linalool, a-bisabolol, a-pinene, etc. Isolated terpenes at high concentrations taste like gasoline as they are pure hydrocarbons.

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Instead of using a single terpene for your edible formulation, look for a complete cannabis strain profile or an actual flavor, like Lab Effects' Natural Terpene Flavor in Lemon. 

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The Entourage Effect and Gummies 

The much-vaunted "entourage effect" is just another way to say cannabinoids and terpenes can have a unique synergy. For example, non-cannabinoid, plant-based compounds like terpenes can modulate the effects of THC, CBD, and other minor cannabinoids. 

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Our targeted Therapeutic Terpene Blends are a perfect example of how terpenes can be harmonized in exact ratios to optimize a person's therapeutic response. Our Therapeutic Blends are backed by established research on each contributing ingredient. Lab Effects has the most extensive list of therapeutic blends in the market for manufacturers to use in their cannabis edibles for a better end-user experience.

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Can You Make Live Resin Gummies?

Yes, you can use live resin extraction to make gummies instead of distillate or isolate cannabinoids. Live resin has a much broader spectrum of cannabinoids than these nearly pure ingredients. Live resin also has a measurably higher concentration and spectrum of terpenes. 

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What about adding "live resin terpenes" to your edibles? Technically speaking, "live resin terpenes" don't exist. This is just a marketing ploy used by certain terpene wholesalers to bank on the demand for live resin cannabis extraction. Live resin terpenes are technically just relabeled versions of the steam-distilled terpenes widely available elsewhere.

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Wait, what are live resin THC gummies? 

Live resin THC gummies are made with live resin, which is a cannabis extraction containing potent levels of THC and a full spectrum of additional cannabinoids and terpenes for a more well-rounded, edible experience. 

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Lab Effects' Cannabis Terpenes

Lab Effects is the industry's trusted provider of 100% natural cannabis and botanical terpenes. We empower manufacturers to create safer, cleaner, and better products with our portfolio of Natural Terpene Flavors, Flavor Enhanced Strains, Therapeutic Terpene Blends, and the industry's largest selection of True to Flower Cannabis-Derived Terpenes. 

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No synthetics. No odorizers. Ever. Our promise is that all our products are pure, clean, consistent, and scalable. Start enhancing your edibles and gummies with natural terpenes from Lab Effects, and discover how functional flavors can boost your products' appeal.

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Lab Effects is cGMP-certified, ISO 9001-certified, HACCP-certified, FDA-registered, and ANAB-accredited.

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