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Green Apple — Greenpoint, Brooklyn cannabis dispensary

Aroma & flavor

What are terpenes?

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Terpenes are the aromatic compounds that give cannabis — and plants like citrus, pine, and lavender — their smell and flavor. In cannabis they're a big par

Terpenes are the aromatic compounds that give cannabis — and plants like citrus, pine, and lavender — their smell and flavor. In cannabis they're a big part of why two cultivars with similar THC can smell and taste completely different. Green Apple's counter reads terpene character the way a wine list reads tasting notes, which is often a better guide to a lot than the THC number alone.

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Why terpenes matter

Terpenes shape the sensory experience of a cultivar — the citrus, gas, pine, or floral notes you pick up. Many craft growers cure specifically to preserve them, which is part of what sets small-batch flower apart.

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The budtenders treat the shelf like a tasting list — tell them what you're after and they'll point you to tonight's lots.

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Green Apple is the first legal dispensary in Greenpoint — pickup or local delivery from 572 Manhattan Ave. You must be 21+ with a valid government-issued ID.

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Do terpenes get you high?

Terpenes are aroma and flavor compounds, not the intoxicating cannabinoid. They shape the character of a cultivar's smell and taste.

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