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Consumer perceptions of strain differences in Cannabis aroma
Avery N Gilbert1, Joseph A DiVerdi2
1Headspace Sensory, LLC, Fort Collins, Colorado, United States of America.
Plos One
|February 6, 2018
Summary
Researchers quantified cannabis (Cannabis sativa L.) aroma profiles using sensory evaluation. Distinct scent profiles were identified among strains, correlating with perceived potency and consumer interest.
Area of Science:
- Sensory Science
- Plant Chemistry
- Cannabis Research
Background:
- The aroma of cannabis (Cannabis sativa L.) is a key characteristic of interest to diverse stakeholders.
- Quantifying the diverse olfactory profiles of different cannabis strains has been limited.
- Understanding cannabis aroma is crucial for the legal recreational market.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a preliminary olfactory lexicon for dried cannabis flower.
- To characterize the aroma profiles of eleven strains from the legal recreational market.
- To investigate the relationship between aroma profiles and consumer perceptions.
Main Methods:
- Utilized standard sensory evaluation techniques with untrained consumers.
- Developed and applied a preliminary olfactory lexicon for cannabis aroma.
- Analyzed aroma profiles of eleven distinct cannabis strains.
Main Results:
- Consumers could perceive significant differences in aroma among cannabis strains.
- Cannabis strains formed distinct clusters based on odor similarity.
- Aroma profiles were linked to consumer perceptions of potency, price, and smoking interest.
Conclusions:
- A validated olfactory lexicon and characterized aroma profiles provide a foundation for cannabis scent analysis.
- Distinct aroma profiles exist across cannabis strains, influencing consumer perception and market value.
- Sensory evaluation offers a viable method for quantifying cannabis aroma and its impact on consumer behavior.
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