The Complete Guide to Terpenes: What They Are, Benefits, and Uses If you’ve ever opened a jar of cannabis and been hit with waves of citrus, pine, or earthy spice, you’ve already met terpenes. These natural aromatic compounds give every strain its unique scent, flavor, and even its vibe. They’re the reason one strain smells like fresh oranges while another reminds you of a forest after the rain. But terpenes do more than make cannabis smell good—they also play a big part …