Distillate is a highly refined cannabis extract that contains mostly THC. The refining process removes many of the plant’s natural terpenes, so terpenes are often added back for flavor and aroma.
🍓 BDT — Botanically Derived Terpenes
BDTs come from non-cannabis plants and are commonly used to create stronger, fruitier, or candy-like flavors. They’re generally cheaper and are common in flavored carts and disposables.
🌿 CDT — Cannabis-Derived Terpenes
CDTs are extracted directly from cannabis. They tend to provide a more natural, strain-like flavor and aroma that resembles actual flower.
The Bottom Line:
🍬 BDT = Terpenes from other plants, often sweeter/flavored
🌱 CDT = Terpenes from cannabis, more flower-like
Neither automatically means a product is better or safer—quality, formulation, and proper testing matter too.
For educational purposes only.
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Distillate: BDT vs. CDT 🌿
Garrett Goehring · August 21, 2026
For educational purposes only. Not Medical Advice. Cannabis laws vary by location.
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