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Life is full of tough choices, but not every choice is a brain-bending hand-wringer – some choices are just fun. That’s why Kiva’s got no less than 10 different types of Camino hemp-derived gummies to choose from. Picking which one to pop is like perusing a menu of different vibes for your day, but there’s no need to jump in blind.
Join us on a journey through the different types of edibles and their effects so you know how to grab exactly the right gummy for the moment, no matter where the day takes you.
Types of Edibles
Nowadays, the types of edibles (and their effects) span a super wide spectrum. With cannabis and hemp-derived products gaining popularity, and the latter being totally legal in the majority of states, the variety of edibles you can choose from has never been greater. You’ve got tons of off-the-shelf goodies, including but definitely not limited to:
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Lozenges
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Mints
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Gummies
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Beverages (from seltzers to teas, coffee, and juices)
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Chocolate
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Brownies
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Pretzels
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Caramels
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Cooking oils
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Jerky
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Lollipops
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Cookies
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Butter
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Ice cream
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Snack bars
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Flavor drops
…and the list goes on and on and on. Because different types of edibles are made from a massive variety of, well, edible foodstuffs and feature different ratios of compounds from hemp and cannabis plants, they can hit wildly differently (though you’ll generally start to feel them all, with the exception of sublingual formats like flavor drops/tinctures, within 30 minutes to an hour).
When it comes to deciding what type of edible you’d like to treat yourself to, there’s really no wrong way to go. Do you like the convenience of something you can toss in your bag and eat discreetly, or do you simply enjoy a little bit of candy now and then? A gummy, lollipop, mint, or lozenge may be for you. Want to give your home-cooked meals a bit of an extra kick? Go for butter or cooking oil that can be incorporated into other recipes. You get the idea.
Types of Gummies
By far the biggest sub-category of edible products is gummies, so we’re going to take a minute to dive deeper into them here. Choosing the right gummy for you is more than about picking your favorite flavor (though you’ll definitely want one that’s tasty!).
Take our Camino line of gummies, for instance. While we’ve got flavors ranging from Orchard Peach to Watermelon Lemonade, it’s not all about taste – across our ten flavors, you can also choose from a wide spectrum of different effects. Some of our gummies are tailored to support an energetic morning, while others provide a more restful experience.
A range of functional ingredients, plant-based terpenes, and a specific potency of hemp-derived cannabinoids are what make each gummy’s effects hit different. Right off the bat, you’ll often see the following compounds (extracted from hemp and cannabis plants) on the labels of different types of gummies:
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THC: Known for its uplifting effects and signature euphoria, it creates a well-rounded experience.
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THCV: Believed to offer a more clear-headed, euphoric vibe.
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CBD: The go-to for a more relaxed and mellow effect, bringing balance to body and mind.
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CBG: Often associated with recovery, balance, and restorative properties.
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CBN: Often linked to restful effects, especially when combined with calming botanicals (more on that in a minute!).
What Do Terpenes Do?
Now that you’ve got the ABCs of THC down, there’s one last super important element to know when it comes to choosing just the right types of gummies for you: terpenes.
What are terpenes, you ask? These compounds are found in many herbs and plants, and are what give plants like mint, lavender, and, yes, even hemp, their signature taste and smell. Terpenes can also affect and enhance the nature of the high you experience. Below, we’ve broken down the terpenes found in our hemp-derived gummies and most types of edibles, for that matter), as well as their potential effects:
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Limonene: Improve mood
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Beta-Caryophyllene: Promote physical well-being
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Linalool: Support restful sleep
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Alpha-Pinene: Enhance mental clarity
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Myrcene: Promote relaxation
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Nerolidol: Relax and soothe
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Humulene: Assist with physical well-being
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Terpinolene: Has beneficial physiological effects
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Eucalyptol: Maintain resilience
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Valencene: Support all-around well-being
Camino uses custom combinations of these terpenes to dial in the effects of our gummies so they are consistent and trustworthy, every time!
Potency Matters, Too
While different types of gummies’ unique terpene contents matter, potency matters too. Camino gummies mostly fall in the 5mg to 10mg THC potency range, meaning they feature 5 to 10 milligrams of hemp-derived THC per serving. This is a pretty standard range, but if it’s your first time taking any type of gummy (or you’re thinking about microdosing with gummies), it’s a good idea to start with a roughly 2- 2.5mg THC portion, and wait two hours for the full effects before you decide to eat any more.
Think of it this way: terpene (and cannabinoid) profiles determine the overall vibe of the high, while potency determines the depth and intensity of that high.
The Right Gummy for Your Vibe
Now here’s the fun part. Camino gummies make it easy to choose an edible based on the experience you’re looking for, from ‘Bliss’ to ‘Chill,’ because those effects are printed right on the tin.
Chill Gummies
If you’re looking for chill gummies, try exploring those that leverage relaxing and soothing terpenes like:
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Camino Wild Berry ‘Chill’ are the de facto chill gummies (obviously), crafted for those moments when you need to relax and reset yourself.
Some chill gummies take it even further, crossing right into sleepytime territory. Among the best sleep gummies around, you’ve got:
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Camino Midnight Blueberry ‘Sleep.’ With a mix of terpenes like linalool, beta-caryophyllene, and myrcene, THC, CBN, and lavender and chamomile extracts, you might not actually make it to midnight.
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Camino Sours Blackberry Dream ‘Deep Sleep,’ with double the dose of THC, CBN, and those same sleepytime terpenes, these gummies help support a state of serene slumber.
Energetic Gummies
On the other end of the spectrum, let these options brighten up the mood when you’re looking to feel uplifted, giggly, euphoric, or a little more creative:
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Camino Wild Cherry ‘Excite’ leads with terpenes like limonene, beta-caryophyllene, and alpha-pinene for a zesty, clear-headed high.
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Camino Sours Watermelon Spritz ‘Uplifting’ packs twice the THC (10MG to be exact) to emphasize a euphoric experience.
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Camino Sours Tropical Burst ‘Energy’ also packs 10MG THC each, and adds enlivening THCV for those days that ask you to go the extra mile.
Balanced Gummies
For all their beautiful variety, the types of edibles and their effects out there really are a spectrum. And like the color spectrum, some effects blend together rather than being strictly delineated. In the world of Camino gummies, those blends feature what we call hybrid-like terpenes, which means they have a mix of terpene types to curate an even-tempered, balanced high.
Give these types of gummies a try for a relaxed but clear-eyed sensation:
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Camino Freshly Squeezed ‘Recover.’ It’s all in the name – like a fresh-squeezed glass of OJ, the gentle blend of THC and CBG here offers a soothing mind-body experience for those times when your body needs some extra TLC.
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Camino Watermelon Lemonade ‘Bliss’ balances both uplifting and chill-inducing terpenes to complement a staycation-like state of mind of pure euphoria and contentment.
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Camino Sparkling Pear ‘Social’ takes the edge off with a low-dose, CBD-leaning blend of CBD and THC that makes even small talk feel fun.
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Camino Sours Orchard Peach ‘Balance’ with a higher dosage of CBD and THC, and featuring terpenes like limonene, beta-caryophyllene, and myrcene, ‘Balance’ caters to your mind and body in equal measure.
Ten different Camino options, ten totally different vibes. The choice is yours!
Dan is a freelance writer, small business owner, and full-time creative living in Dallas, TX. In 15 years as a writer, he’s been fortunate to collaborate with companies and publishers like Cannabis and Tech Today, Healthfully, Salon.com, The Seattle Times, USA Today, SF Gate, and many more.
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