Low Temperature Extraction

Low Temperature Extraction refers to aromatic profiles that emerge when cannabis plant material is processed at reduced temperatures, typically below 150°C. This approach aims to preserve volatile terpenes and aromatic compounds that may degrade or evaporate under conventional heat. Lineage records frequently report that certain chemotypes—particularly those rich in limonene, pinene, and linalool—retain more complex aromatic signatures when subjected to low-temperature methods. Breeders and extractors working in this category often select parent plants with robust terpene expression and genetic stability to ensure reproducible results across batches. This method is commonly associated with solventless and low-heat extraction techniques rather than strain genetics itself.

Breeders targeting low-temperature extraction workflows often prioritize cultivars with high terpene density and volatilization resistance. Selecting for genetic stability in terpene ratios helps ensure consistent aromatic preservation across multiple processing cycles.