Should Delta 8 THC Gummies Have An Aftertaste?

If what you crave out of a delta 8 experience is long-lasting effects, delicious flavor, and an incredibly user-friendly routine, then it’s safe to say that what you’re looking for is a bottle of delta 8 THC gummies.  Gummies are undeniably a favorite product type among countless cannabinoid lovers, and it’s easy to see why.  Available in lots of tasty flavors, their ability to satisfy your cravings is just the icing on the cake.  But, should those gummies have an aftertaste, and if so, what is the aftertaste telling you about the product?

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Terpenes

One reason why a gummy may have an aftertaste is because of the terpenes in them.  Some manufacturers add extracted terpenes to their delta 8 gummies to make them full spectrum, but it’s actually more common to use terpene-free, pure delta 8 THC distillate.  Terpenes do add a lot to the valuable effects we get from a delta-8 product, and they also carry the flavor molecules of the hemp plant.  Delta 8 THC distillate is flavorless, but if you’re consuming a gummy that is made with terpenes, that aftertaste is likely coming from their inclusion in the formula.  Most people also notice that terpenes have a plant-like taste that’s sorta earthy, and it can linger for a bit after you swallow the gummy.

The Flavoring Itself

You do wanna consider that maybe the aftertaste is coming from the flavoring ingredients used.  Companies can flavor their delta 8 gummies however they want, which is both a good and a bad thing.  Basically, companies are not legally required to disclose what is in their flavoring, and they can use the blanket term “flavoring” on a label rather than sharing each ingredient.  A lot of companies use artificial flavoring, which isn’t necessarily the worst thing in the world, but it can certainly leave a chemical-like, synthetic aftertaste that’s mild, moderate, or pungent.  Most people agree that natural flavoring is ideal, as it’s both better for you in many regards, and less likely to cause any kind of aftertaste at all.  

Also, pay attention to the sweetener that’s used.  Some sweeteners can leave more of an aftertaste than others.  For instance, sucralose (Splenda) can definitely leave an aftertaste, and many people avoid this ingredient due to its potential side effects.  Even stevia, a natural sweetener from the mint family, has an earthy, plant-like aftertaste.  However, there’s traditional Stevia and then there’s Stevia in the Raw.  Although more expensive, it’s the cleanest version of Stevia out there.

Those Other Ingredients

There are other ingredients in a delta 8 gummy that can be giving off a strange flavor, or possibly, interacting oddly with the gummy’s flavoring ingredients.  These can be preservatives, texturizing ingredients, or fillers that exist solely to “fill” out a formula.  It’s hard to name all of the other ingredients that can be found in any given gummy since there are so many, but we do recommend reading the list of ingredients carefully to avoid unnecessary fillers and chemical additives, since natural, minimal formulas are always better.

The Age

Gummies generally last for about 6 months at most.  Cannabinoid extracts have a shelf life of about 2 years, but it’s the other ingredients in the formula that can expire sooner.  After the gummies have expired, they can start to change in flavor, with the flavoring ingredients causing more of an aftertaste than they used to.  In general, you should replace expired gummies since fresh is always better.

Quality and Authenticity of the Hemp Extract

Delta 8 THC distillate made using cheap methods may cause an aftertaste, usually due to the solvents used which should be purified away, but may linger if the company is careless.  This may give off a strange chemical-like taste, often due to a solvent like butane.  Not only that, but you need to look at third-party lab tests to check not only the purity of the delta 8, but the authenticity as well.  Sadly, fakes do exist, and you may get an aftertaste from them because you have no way of knowing what’s actually in a formula pretending to be a delta 8 gummy.

Potential for Contamination

Delta 8 THC Gummies that have been contaminated can most certainly carry an aftertaste that lets you know that something is wrong with the product.  Gummies exposed to certain fungus or bacteria can develop mold or mildew, which is dangerous to consume, and if consumed by accident, can give you a deeply unpleasant flavor experience.

Final Answer: It All Depends 

At the end of the day, whether or not a gummy has an aftertaste, and how strong that aftertaste is, depends on all kinds of factors, with some of them being ultimately good, and some not so much.  At Binoid, our gummies do not have an aftertaste, since they are terpene-free and made with natural, clean ingredients including the flavoring extracts themselves.  So, stock up and know that the only taste you’ll be getting is that of mouthwatering fruits with each bite.

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