Description: Terpenes for Well-Being will be a clear, step-by-step guide to using terpenes for both physical and emotional self-care including relaxation and stress management. It will include specifics about what terpenes are, how they work and how they can be used. There will be information about the distinct characteristics of different terpenes and a guide to consuming terpenes to effectively care for oneself or others through terpene-infused lotions, potions, foods and beverages.
Brief description:
Andrew Freedman has over a decade of experience in the cannabis industry. Working as a buyer, commercial grower, and extractor, he has also created CBD products for self-care, from suppositories for menstrual cramps to bath bombs and lotions. His blog, The Cannabis Sommelier works alongside chefs to create delicious terpene food and cocktail recipes.
He is an active participant in weed legalization and a frequent speaker at events. He currently teaches seminars about cannabis and wine pairing, cannabis cocktails and cannabis dining and hosts and presents at cannabis dining events across North America. Andrew has been featured in various international publications as well as The Hollywood Reporter, LA Weekly, Hightimes, The Globe & Mail and more.
Review Quotes:
"Terpenes are the hidden secret behind cannabis and healing. Without the essential aromatics, there would be no differences between cultivars and the way cannabis affects our bodies. I'm proud to give a tip of my hat to Andrew for his research and careful recommendations in the olfactory world of sensory memories."
-Warren Bobrow, author of The Cocktail Compendium and Cannabis Cocktails, Mocktails & Tonics, CEO of Klaus Apothicaire, cannabis alchemist, and master mixologist
"Terpenes for Well-Being is a great source of knowledge for food and beverage professionals, as well as enthusiasts seeking cannabis and botanical-related holistic wellness information. In this primer, noted mixologist and cannabis industry expert Andrew Freedman demystifies terpenes, by shining a spotlight on the many flavors, effects, and potential benefits of terpenes, and explores how to utilize your senses of smell, taste, and beyond. Whether you are new to handling or consuming cannabis, have an interest in aromatherapy, or want to expand your culinary repertoire to include the basics of natural plant terpenes, you'll enjoy this book!"
--Jacqui Pressinger, director of the American Culinary Federation
"Terpenes for Well-Being by Andrew Freedman is the newest book that you need to add to your cannabis education book collection. Andrew uncovers cannabis, terpenes, infused food, and aromatherapy for self-care in an easily relatable and obtainable fashion. Andrew Freedman's book is a needed addition to any cannabis education or aromatherapy collection.
--Respect My Region, online lifestyle and music platform
"Terpenes for Well-Being is a delightful and informative guide for those of us who want to enjoy our sense of taste and smell. From wellness applications to encouragement of mental health practices and showing us an understanding what makes humans tick, Andrew Freedman offers a wild adventure for the senses rarely explored in books."
--Dean Barker, The Food Network"Andrew has put together not only a practical and entertaining guide, but built it upon a solid foundation of science-backed research."
--Lauren M. Wilson, author of Healing with CBD, Merry Jane's the CBD Solution series, and others