Cannabis aficionados are well aware that a strain’s aroma can either make or break the overall experience. Cannabis’ scent is a multi-sensory experience that tantalizes our sense of smell and prepares us for its pleasurable effects. But perfecting the skill of curing and drying cannabis is necessary to get that ideal aromatic balance.
Cannabis farmers have typically followed the usual advice to cure their valued crop at 62% humidity.
In recent times this view has been reinforced by the often referenced study by ‘Boveda’ the popular 2 way humidity pack manufacturer, who through their study, concluded that 62% humidity was optimal for curing and storing cannabis. Although this approach has been used for years and produced acceptable results, mounting evidence points to the possibility of another, even more aromatic route.
A differing opinion has recently gained traction in the cannabis community, which s that curing marijuana at a humidity level of 55% can release a whole new level of fragrance and raise the overall marijuana experience to unrivaled heights. This claim has aroused the interest of growers, aficionados, and researchers alike, upending preconceived notions and encouraging us to consider an alternative method of cannabis treatment.
In the drying and curing process, humidity has a significant impact on terpene formation and preservation, which are the fragrant molecules responsible for each cannabis strain’s distinct aroma. The curing process is a difficult balancing act between moisture content, temperature, and time because these volatile molecules are so sensitive to environmental factors.
We explore the art and science of cannabis curing in this blog, concentrating on the method of curing at 55% humidity. We will examine the evidence supporting this atypical strategy to understand why it might result in a more aromatic finished good than the conventional 62% humidity level. We’ll also talk about ways to obtain the appropriate 55% humidity during curing as well as difficulties growers confront sustaining certain humidity levels.
So, if you’re willing to maximize the aromatic qualities of your cannabis crop, come along on this informative journey as we investigate the advantages of curing at a humidity level of 55% and set off on a route to a more fragrant cannabis experience.