Where are my terps? Currently the most terpenic strains in Canada
The one-product shopping experience of the gray market days seems to be long gone. You used to come to your plug shop and he presented the goods. If it smelled good, it probably smoked good too.
But with legalization came the THC rush, and brands can always push the THC percentage higher. After several years in the legal weed world, THC levels are now often reaching the 30% range and the focus has shifted to the good stuff. Or at least the tasteful stuff.
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When it comes to flavor, terpenes hit the spot. These aromatic essential oils in cannabis strains create the plant’s diverse array of flavors and scents. There are well over 100 terpenes in cannabis alone.
Here are some of the most terpene-heavy strains currently available in Canada.
Terpene content: 3.25%
Licensed Producer: Sugarbud Craft Growers Corp.
Potency: THC 18-24% | 180-240 mg/g
Sugarbud advertises Mule Fuel, a GMO x Lurch cross, as a prominent example of a terpene-rich bud. Myrcene, the most abundant terpene in cannabis, leads the charge here, providing a strong earthy note. The supporting terpenes caryophyllene, limonene, and pinene add hints of sweet floral and citrus.
The current batch of Mule Fuel came back from the lab with a measured terpene level of 3.16%, but the brand has released batches as high as 4.5%. Mule Fuel is available in BC, Alberta and Ontario in a 3.5g flower format and in Alberta and Ontario in a 3 x 0.5g pre-roll format.
Terpene Content: 2.5-5.5%
Licensed Producer: Rubicon Organics
Potency: THC 19-28% | 190-280 mg/g
White Runtz is an organic hybrid that comes from crossing Zkittlez and Gelato strains. It has a sweet vanilla and citrus nose with hints of pepper and herbs on the palate. All batches of White Runtz were above 2.4% terpene, with the last three all being above 3.75%.
Simply Bare tracks the terpene content of its organic products on its website and includes percentage breakdowns for each strain. The latest batch from White Runtz (#WRPGA003) happens to be the most terpenes yet: 4.49% total terpenes, with 1.7% limonene, 0.47% trans-caryophyllene, 0.43% linalool and 0.3% beta-myrcene.
Aside from a funky aroma and rich flavor, terpenes also affect how your weed will hit you. If you’re craving a more uplifting experience, stick to the sativa/hybrid side of the dispensary for strains with more energetic terpenes like Pinene. Or if you prefer to swing deep in a hammock and relax, opt for indica strains rich in terpenes like myrcene, linalool, and beta-caryophyllene.
Terpene Content: 2-5.7%
Licensed Manufacturer: Cannara Biotech Inc.
THC: 22-30% | 220-290 mg/g
Cuban Linx is bred in Quebec from parent strains TK Skunk and Trigerian. High in THC and terpenes, this sativa-dominant hybrid produces large, tasty tennis ball green buds with rusty orange pistils.
Tribal’s strain has a high terpene profile — reaching up to 5.7 — and consists of terpinolene, ocimene, caryophyllene, and myrcene, which work together to produce a spicy lemon and gassy aroma. You can find Tribal’s Cuban Linx in pre-rolls and dried flower in Ontario, Quebec and Saskatchewan, with BC availability in early October.
Terpene Content: 3.5-5.3%
Licensed producer: Atlas Growers
Potency: THC 25-32% | 250-300 mg/g
Ghost Drops relies on a number of breeders to produce their popular First Class Funk hybrid. While THC and terpenes are always high with this strain, the latest batch might be the best yet at 32.29% THC and 5.38% terpenes.
The buds are rich in limonene, caryophyllene, terpineol and pinene. The robust profile produces a creamy and awesome aroma, a funky almost liquorice taste, and one of the best highs in the business.
Terpene Content: 3-4%
Licensed manufacturer: Organnicraft Inc.
Potency: THC 24-30% | 240-300 mg/g
Organnicraft utilizes some of the most experienced legacy growers in its Vernon, BC operations and produces top-notch flowers like Platinum Grapes. Her crystal-covered flower features lots of orange pistils and purple undertones. It exudes a distinctive grape aroma and has a lasting effect.
The strain’s complex terpene composition is dominated by farnesene, caryophyllene, and limonene, which combine to produce the sweet fruity flavor of the same name. Platinum Grapes also contains myrcene, linalool, and humulene that add layers of complexity that’s fun to explore over multiple sessions.
Terpene Content: 3-4.4%
Licensed Manufacturer: United Greeneries Ltd.
Potency: THC 26-32% | 260-320 mg/g
Liberty Haze by Manitoba’s 18twelve averages around 3% terpenes but has reached as high as 4.4%. This enticing strain is dominated by limonene, myrcene, and caryophyllene; The profile offers a lemon-lime aroma and a sweet floral palate.
A cross between G13 and Chew Dawg, Liberty Haze is the winner of the 2011 High Times Cannabis Cup. This strain has bright green frosty buds covered in red hairs. Consumers like this Liberty Haze for its refreshing lime flavor and high THC concentration.
Lisa Feleptchuk
Lisa Felepchuk is an experienced lifestyle editor, writer and digital nomad based in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia.
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