Cannabis Flavor Profiles
Cannabis delivers an incredible range of flavors and aromas shaped by terpene profiles and growing conditions. Explore 37 curated flavor profiles across 8 categories, each linked to their dominant terpenes and example strains.
What Are Terpenes?
Terpenes are aromatic compounds produced by cannabis (and many other plants) that give each strain its unique flavor and scent. They also contribute to the entourage effect, influencing how cannabinoids interact with your body. Understanding terpenes helps you predict a strain's taste and potential effects.
Earthy, musky, herbal
Citrus, lemon, orange
Pine, cedar, fresh
Floral, lavender, sweet
Pepper, spicy, warm
Fruity & Sweet
Bright, juicy flavors driven by Limonene and Myrcene terpenes · 7 flavors
Berry
Mixed berry flavor
Terpenes
Example Strains
Blueberry, Strawberry Cough, Berry White
Citrus
General citrus notes
Terpenes
Example Strains
Super Lemon Haze, Tangie, Clementine
Tropical
Mixed tropical fruit notes
Terpenes
Example Strains
Pineapple Express, Mango Kush, Papaya
Grape
Sweet grape flavor
Terpenes
Example Strains
Granddaddy Purple, Grape Ape, Purple Urkle
Apple
Crisp apple notes
Terpenes
Example Strains
Sour Apple, Apple Fritter, Apple Jack
Mango
Tropical mango notes
Terpenes
Example Strains
Mango Kush, Mango Haze, Mango Tango
Pineapple
Tropical pineapple flavor
Terpenes
Example Strains
Pineapple Express, Pineapple Chunk, Golden Pineapple
Earthy & Herbal
Grounded, natural tones shaped by Myrcene and Humulene · 6 flavors
Earthy
Rich, soil-like flavor
Terpenes
Example Strains
OG Kush, Northern Lights, Afghan Kush
Woody
Forest-like wood notes
Terpenes
Example Strains
Hindu Kush, Bubba Kush, Master Kush
Herbal
Fresh herb garden notes
Terpenes
Example Strains
Jack Herer, Sage N Sour, Oregano
Mossy
Damp, forest-floor character with green, mossy undertones and mineral depth.
Terpenes
Example Strains
Northern Lights, Hash Plant, Afghani
Mushroom
Umami-rich, truffle-like aromas with deep, savory fungal character.
Terpenes
Example Strains
Trufflez, White Truffle, Truffle Butter
Tea
Subtle tea-like notes
Terpenes
Example Strains
Chai Kush, Green Tea, Chamomile Kush
Floral & Aromatic
Elegant floral bouquets led by Linalool and Geraniol · 4 flavors
Floral
General flower notes
Terpenes
Example Strains
Lavender, Purple Kush, LA Confidential
Lavender
Calming lavender scent
Terpenes
Example Strains
Lavender, Granddaddy Purple, Purple Punch
Rose
Sweet rose petal notes
Terpenes
Example Strains
Rose Bud, Cherry Pie, Pink Panties
Honey
Sweet honey-like flavor
Terpenes
Example Strains
Honey Boo, Honeydew, Honey Banana
Pine & Forest
Crisp coniferous notes dominated by Pinene · 3 flavors
Pine
Fresh pine needle scent
Terpenes
Example Strains
Jack Herer, Blue Dream, OG Kush
Cedar
Warm, aromatic cedarwood scent with dry, woody sophistication.
Terpenes
Example Strains
Hindu Kush, Afghani, Master Kush
Mint
Fresh mint flavor
Terpenes
Example Strains
Thin Mint GSC, Kush Mints, Mint Chocolate Chip
Spicy & Peppery
Bold, warm spice driven by Caryophyllene · 4 flavors
Spicy
General spice notes
Terpenes
Example Strains
Girl Scout Cookies, OG Kush, Chemdawg
Pepper
Black pepper spiciness
Terpenes
Example Strains
GSC, Original Glue, White Widow
Cinnamon
Warm cinnamon notes
Terpenes
Example Strains
Fire OG, Cinnamon Toast, Lava Cake
Clove
Warm clove spice
Terpenes
Example Strains
Afgoo, Hash Plant, Black Afghan
Diesel & Fuel
Pungent fuel notes from Myrcene and Limonene interplay · 3 flavors
Diesel
Fuel-like pungent aroma
Terpenes
Example Strains
Sour Diesel, NYC Diesel, Chemdawg
Chemical
Sharp chemical notes
Terpenes
Example Strains
Chemdawg, Gorilla Glue, Chem Dog
Ammonia
Sharp ammonia notes
Terpenes
Example Strains
Cat Piss, Cheese, Death Star
Skunk & Pungent
Bold, funky aromas from classic terpene combinations · 4 flavors
Skunk
Classic skunk aroma
Terpenes
Example Strains
Skunk #1, Super Skunk, Island Sweet Skunk
Cheese
Pungent cheese aroma
Terpenes
Example Strains
UK Cheese, Blue Cheese, Exodus Cheese
Pungent
Strong, sharp flavor
Terpenes
Example Strains
Gorilla Glue, Skunk #1, Chemdawg
Hash
Traditional hashish flavor
Terpenes
Example Strains
Hash Plant, Afghani, Nepal Hash
Dessert & Creamy
Indulgent, confection-like profiles with Linalool and Myrcene · 6 flavors
Vanilla
Creamy vanilla notes
Terpenes
Example Strains
Vanilla Kush, Vanilla Frosting, French Vanilla
Chocolate
Cocoa and chocolate notes
Terpenes
Example Strains
Chocolope, Chocolate Thai, Chocolate Haze
Coffee
Roasted coffee flavor
Terpenes
Example Strains
Tangie, Ethiopian, Coffee Kush
Caramel
Rich caramelized sugar notes
Terpenes
Example Strains
Caramel Cream, Toffee, Dulce de Leche
Nutty
General nut flavor
Terpenes
Example Strains
Peanut Butter Breath, Do-Si-Dos, Biscotti
Cream
Rich creamy flavor
Terpenes
Example Strains
Ice Cream Cake, Gelato, Wedding Cake
Find Your Perfect Flavor
Now that you know the terpenes behind each flavor, explore our full strain database to find cultivars that match your taste preferences -- or discover how flavors connect to effects.