Should HHC Have An Aftertaste? What You Must Know

Hexahydrocannabinol (HHC) comes in all kinds of product types, and one of the most popular is HHC tinctures.  Lots of hemp companies make HHC tinctures, each formulated differently.  Maybe you’ve noticed that certain ones cause an aftertaste, that’s either strong, moderate or subtle.  Either way, it’s good to know where that aftertaste is coming from, since some causes are better than others, as you’re about to find out.

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The Terpenes

If your HHC tincture contains terpenes, which it may or may not, then you’ll notice an aftertaste from your tincture, with its pungency depending on the terpenes themselves.  Terpenes are a natural derivative of hemp, and they add to the potential benefits of a hemp product. 

Full spectrum and broad spectrum tinctures contain terpenes, and those terpenes can produce an earthy, plant-like aftertaste.  Because terpenes can be so valuable, and can enhance the effects of the hexahydrocannabinol, an aftertaste caused by consuming them is certainly not a bad thing, and in fact tells you that you’re consuming enough of them to get a noticeably positive effect with each serving.

The Flavoring Itself

You do want to consider that maybe the aftertaste is coming from the flavoring ingredients used.  While not all HHC tinctures are flavored, many on the market are.  Companies can flavor their tinctures 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 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.  Of course, unflavored is also a suitable option.  

Also, pay attention to the sweetener that’s used, if there is any.  Some sweeteners can leave more of an aftertaste than others.  For instance, sucralose, aka 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.

The Other Ingredients

Other ingredients in the formula can be responsible as well.  HHC tinctures contain a carrier oil, and many carrier oils have a subtle aftertaste.  MCT oil can have a coconut aftertaste, and olive oil can have a subtle spiciness that lingers for a bit.  Read the ingredients list thoroughly since some ingredients just don’t belong in a tincture bottle, such as preservatives and unwanted filler ingredients that do nothing to enhance the product’s benefits.  In terms of ingredients in a tincture, less is more, so go with a minimal formula.

The Age

HHC tinctures are typically good for about 2 years.  After that point, the chemical compounds start to break down, and that can certainly change the flavor of the product.  If you’ve been holding onto your bottle too long, it may be expired and cause an aftertaste, while the chemicals are so degraded they’re no longer effective.  Exposing your tincture to excessive light, heat, humidity or oxygen can break down the formula even sooner than that,

Hemp Extract’s Quality and Authenticity

The hexahydrocannabinol distillate itself matters a lot as well.  Some cheaper extraction methods can result in an aftertaste, especially if the HHC was extracted using a poor solvent-based method, without the solvent being thoroughly removed. 

An example would be a harsh butane taste after each dropper full of oil.  Always look at third-party lab reports first, to see if there are any impurities in the product that do not belong, and also to make sure that the HHC is actually authentic, since there are fakes on the market that could taste like just about anything.

Potential for Contamination

A HHC tincture that has been contaminated in some way can cause an aftertaste, which tells you that something is wrong with the product.  You may get a mildewy or rancid taste if the tincture is contaminated with certain bacteria or fungus, and that, of course, would mean that the tincture is harmful to consume and should be thrown out.

Final Answer: It All Depends 

Ultimately, an aftertaste is not inherently a bad thing, but if it’s coming from something problematic like a chemical additive or contamination, you obviously want to ditch the product altogether.  Binoid HHC tinctures contain only pure hexahydrocannabinol distillate and MCT oil, so you may notice a subtle taste of coconut, which is hardly a bad thing.  Our tinctures are ultra-clean and free of aftertaste-causing chemicals.

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