CBD, CBN, CBG, CBC: Which Resin?

Faced with a collection of resins, one question always comes up: what is the difference between CBD, CBN, CBG and CBC, and which one matches your tastes? These four letters designate distinct cannabinoids, each carrying its own aromatic profile and material style. At Maison Résine, a French laboratory, we have structured our range around these four families to help you choose according to your sensory preferences. This guide decodes each profile, jargon-free, to guide your selection with full clarity.

Understanding the difference between CBD, CBN, CBG and CBC

Hemp contains over a hundred cannabinoids. Four of them structure our resin collection. Understanding their CBD CBN CBG CBC difference means, above all, learning to recognise distinct aromatic identities and origins:

• CBD (cannabidiol): the best known and most widespread, the foundation of classic materials.
• CBN (cannabinol): derived from the natural maturation of hemp, with deeper nuances.
• CBG (cannabigerol): often called the "mother molecule", present mainly in young plants.
• CBC (cannabichromene): rarer, favoured by enthusiasts seeking originality.

For a detailed dive into hemp biochemistry, our feature Understanding cannabinoids is a perfect complement to this read. All our products comply with a THC content of ≤ 0.3%, in line with French law.

The profiles at a glance

This summary table sums up the essentials to guide your choice according to your tastes and the material style you are after.

CBD resin: the aromatic benchmark

The CBD resin is the natural starting point for anyone discovering the world of hash. Its aromatic spectrum is the broadest: from woody and spicy notes to more floral or earthy accents depending on the material. Textures range from soft pollen to denser pressed resin. It is the most versatile family, ideal for building your bearings. Explore the whole selection in our CBD category.

CBN resin: deep profiles and dark materials

The CBN resin is born from the advanced maturation of hemp. The result: materials that are often darker and an aromatic profile with amber, almost roasted nuances. CBN hash appeals to palates looking for character and depth. An emblematic reference: the Super Dry 20% CBN, with its dry texture and pronounced grain. Find all the materials in the CBN category.

CBG and CBC resins: freshness and originality

The CBG resin draws its appeal from its freshness: sourced from young plants, it offers a herbaceous, lively profile, sometimes delicately lemony, on materials that are often lighter. The Super Dry CBG illustrates this luminous signature well. The whole family is gathered in the CBG category.

The CBC resin, more niche, is aimed at curious enthusiasts seeking new aromatic horizons. Discover it in the CBC category. And for minds that like to blend profiles, some materials combine several cannabinoids, such as the Jaune Manali CBN-CBG, which pairs the depth of CBN with the freshness of CBG in a single resin.

How to choose according to your tastes

A few simple pointers to guide you:

1. You are a beginner: start with a classic CBD resin, the most versatile.
2. You like intense, woody profiles: turn to CBN hash and its deep notes.
3. You prefer green freshness: the CBG resin and its herbaceous accents are made for you.
4. You are looking for originality: explore the CBC resin or multi-cannabinoid materials.

These materials lend themselves to infusion, vaporisation or collecting. The best way to decide is still to taste: our small weights let you try several profiles before choosing your favourite.

From versatile CBD to curiosity-driven CBC, each cannabinoid opens a different aromatic world. The right choice depends above all on your tastes and the material style that draws you in. Browse our four families — CBD, CBN, CBG and CBC — and build your ideal selection.