Exploring Aroma and Flavor Diversity in <i>Cannabis sativa</i> L.—A Review of Scientific Developments and Applications
<i>Cannabis sativa</i> L. exhibits a complex sensory profile governed by a diverse range of volatile and non-volatile compounds. Volatile constituents—such as terpenes, aldehydes, ketones, esters, and sulfur-containing compounds—together with non-volatile taste-active molecules including...
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| author | Kacper Piotr Kaminski Julia Hoeng Kasia Lach-Falcone Fernando Goffman Walter K. Schlage Diogo Latino |
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| description | <i>Cannabis sativa</i> L. exhibits a complex sensory profile governed by a diverse range of volatile and non-volatile compounds. Volatile constituents—such as terpenes, aldehydes, ketones, esters, and sulfur-containing compounds—together with non-volatile taste-active molecules including flavonoids and phenolic compounds, underlie its distinctive aroma and flavor. This review examines how genetic diversity, cultivation practices, and post-harvest processing modulate the synthesis, accumulation, and chemical transformation of these metabolites in the cannabis flower. It discusses recent advancements in the extraction, identification, and quantification of these compounds, highlighting the crucial integration of chemical characterization with sensory evaluation. By synthesizing findings from advanced analytical methodologies, this review addresses the challenges and opportunities involved in defining the sensory profiles of <i>C. sativa</i> L. varieties. Drawing insights from research on other consumer plants, strategies for future innovations are outlined, including the discovery of novel aroma and flavor compounds and the development of a universal cannabis aroma and flavor wheel. This work aims to support advancements in breeding programs, enhance product quality control, and guide future research in cannabis sensory science. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-36be17c5bf734d85aeca1bb3376f77402025-07-11T14:41:04ZengMDPI AGMolecules1420-30492025-06-013013278410.3390/molecules30132784Exploring Aroma and Flavor Diversity in <i>Cannabis sativa</i> L.—A Review of Scientific Developments and ApplicationsKacper Piotr Kaminski0Julia Hoeng1Kasia Lach-Falcone2Fernando Goffman3Walter K. Schlage4Diogo Latino5Independent Researcher, 2000 Neuchâtel, SwitzerlandAspeya Switzerland AG, 1007 Lausanne, SwitzerlandAspeya Switzerland AG, 1007 Lausanne, SwitzerlandSeedcraft S.L., 30510 Yecla, SpainIndependent Researcher, 51429 Bergisch Gladbach, GermanyIndependent Researcher, 6300 Zug, Switzerland<i>Cannabis sativa</i> L. exhibits a complex sensory profile governed by a diverse range of volatile and non-volatile compounds. Volatile constituents—such as terpenes, aldehydes, ketones, esters, and sulfur-containing compounds—together with non-volatile taste-active molecules including flavonoids and phenolic compounds, underlie its distinctive aroma and flavor. This review examines how genetic diversity, cultivation practices, and post-harvest processing modulate the synthesis, accumulation, and chemical transformation of these metabolites in the cannabis flower. It discusses recent advancements in the extraction, identification, and quantification of these compounds, highlighting the crucial integration of chemical characterization with sensory evaluation. By synthesizing findings from advanced analytical methodologies, this review addresses the challenges and opportunities involved in defining the sensory profiles of <i>C. sativa</i> L. varieties. Drawing insights from research on other consumer plants, strategies for future innovations are outlined, including the discovery of novel aroma and flavor compounds and the development of a universal cannabis aroma and flavor wheel. This work aims to support advancements in breeding programs, enhance product quality control, and guide future research in cannabis sensory science.https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/30/13/2784aromacannabisflavorhempterpenessensory evaluation |
| spellingShingle | Kacper Piotr Kaminski Julia Hoeng Kasia Lach-Falcone Fernando Goffman Walter K. Schlage Diogo Latino Exploring Aroma and Flavor Diversity in <i>Cannabis sativa</i> L.—A Review of Scientific Developments and Applications Molecules aroma cannabis flavor hemp terpenes sensory evaluation |
| title | Exploring Aroma and Flavor Diversity in <i>Cannabis sativa</i> L.—A Review of Scientific Developments and Applications |
| title_full | Exploring Aroma and Flavor Diversity in <i>Cannabis sativa</i> L.—A Review of Scientific Developments and Applications |
| title_fullStr | Exploring Aroma and Flavor Diversity in <i>Cannabis sativa</i> L.—A Review of Scientific Developments and Applications |
| title_full_unstemmed | Exploring Aroma and Flavor Diversity in <i>Cannabis sativa</i> L.—A Review of Scientific Developments and Applications |
| title_short | Exploring Aroma and Flavor Diversity in <i>Cannabis sativa</i> L.—A Review of Scientific Developments and Applications |
| title_sort | exploring aroma and flavor diversity in i cannabis sativa i l a review of scientific developments and applications |
| topic | aroma cannabis flavor hemp terpenes sensory evaluation |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/30/13/2784 |
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