The Mr Sweet's Scale
At SWEET CBD FRANCE, our passion for cannabis goes far beyond mere consumption. ☝️😌
We explore, taste, analyze, and celebrate the full aromatic spectrum of every strain. 💥🔍👀
Driven by our quest for precision and pleasure, we’ve developed an exclusive method for sensory scoring: Mr Sweet’s Scale. 🧠📐
🔍 What is this scale for?
It serves to guide both enthusiasts and experts in the sensory evaluation of a plant-based or resinous product, by putting precise words to sensations that are often subjective. A valuable tool for any cannabis taster or developer of substitutes who cares about aromatic quality.
Why a Sensory Scale?
Each cannabis flower or resin carries a unique aromatic fingerprint, shaped by hundreds of volatile compounds naturally present in the plant.
Mr Sweet’s Scale provides a structured way to measure the terpene intensity perceived during tasting, whether through vaporization or combustion.
It ranges from 0 (no perception) to 10 (sensory climax), finely describing each level of impact, subtlety, and aromatic power.
Mr Sweet's Scale – Sensory Evaluation Table
| Score | Level | Designation | Precise Sensory Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | Absent | Ghost Terpene | No taste, no smell. A dead, oxidized, poorly stored or overly flushed product. Flat experience with no interest. |
| 1 | Minimal | Terpenic Whisper | A barely perceptible breath, like a ghost trace. Requires full focus to detect. Fades instantly. |
| 2 | Very Weak | Aromatic Haze | Very shy, simple and short-lived aroma. Can be picked up retronasally but leaves no impression. |
| 3 | Weak | First Wave | Identifiable but dull terpenes. One dominant, flat note. Lacks complexity. Disappears quickly. |
| 4 | Moderate | Clear Wave | Clear and steady presence. A well-defined aroma without depth. No lingering taste. |
| 5 | Fair | Terpenic Vibration | Noticeable flavor, lingers a few moments. Beginning of aromatic richness. Good presence on the nose and exhale. |
| 6 | Good | Mastered Wave | Well-set flavor, starting to coat the mouth. More pronounced retronasal perception. Readable and consistent profile. |
| 7 | Strong | Terpenic Clash | Immediate gustatory impact. Long-lasting taste, multiple discernible aromas. Strong signature. |
| 8 | Very Strong | Aromatic Tsunami | Great richness. Every puff is a complex wave. Lasting, enveloping, almost carnal flavor. |
| 9 | Exceptional | Terpenic Explosion | Total immersion in an ocean of aromas. Intense retronasal feel, saturated mouth, and scented nose. A full 3D aroma experience. |
| 10 | Legendary | Divine Breaker | Masterpiece level. Terpenes of outstanding intensity. Perfect harmony between strength, finesse, complexity, and length. Unforgettable. |
Beyond Terpenes: The Importance of Organosulfur Compounds and Flavonoids
While terpenes are the best-known molecules defining cannabis aroma profiles, the full sensory experience cannot be reduced to them alone.
Organosulfur Compounds:
These rare but potent molecules, present in trace amounts, are responsible for intense, often pungent🌶️, garlicky🧄, earthy🪨 or “gassy”⛽️ aromas.
They define the personality of fuel-like, diesel, or chemical strains and contribute to the unique identity of the most sought-after profiles among connoisseurs.
Flavonoids:
Lesser-known to the general public, flavonoids (like cannflavin A, B, or C) add floral🌸, woody🪵, fruity🥭, or spicy🌶️ nuances.
They enhance the overall harmony of an aromatic profile and contribute to a depth of flavor often underestimated.
A Full-Spectrum Sensory Recognition
In a truly rigorous tasting approach, Mr Sweet’s Scale affirms that analyzing cannabis aromas must go beyond terpene studies alone.
Just like master cellar masters in oenology who consider esters, higher alcohols, thiols, and flavonoids to decode a wine’s profile, an enlightened cannabis taster must embrace the entire spectrum of volatile and semi-volatile molecules to fully appreciate its hedonistic richness.
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Terpenes, as the primary aromatic players, shape immediate olfactory and gustatory structures: pine🌲, citrus🍋, spice🌶️ or white floral🌸 notes.
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But organosulfur compounds, containing sulfur atoms🥚, act subtly yet powerfully in the deepest aromatic signatures: aged cheese🧀, black garlic🧄, or characteristic “fuel”⛽️ notes of iconic cultivars.
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Added to this are flavonoids, non-volatile phenolic compounds that support the overall aromatic expression with herbal🌿, honeyed🍯, fruity🍇, or woody🪵 hints — while influencing mouthfeel and even inflorescence coloration.
By fully integrating this molecular diversity into its methodology, Mr Sweet’s Scale embraces the idea that cannabis tasting is a total sensory discipline: a complex and subjective exploration where olfactory memory, gustatory plasticity, and interpretative finesse are pushed to their highest expression.
A SWEET CBD FRANCE Exclusive Notation System
This one-of-a-kind scoring system is the exclusive property of SWEET CBD FRANCE.
It marks a true innovation in how we understand, share, and appreciate high-quality cannabis.
Used internally to select our top-tier strains, Mr Sweet’s Scale is also shared with enthusiasts and professionals wishing to refine their sensory analysis and experience cannabis with full awareness.
CLAUSE ON SUBJECTIVE SENSATIONS & METHODS OF CONSUMPTION
Mr Sweet’s Scale is based solely on subjective sensory appreciation, unique to each individual.
It does not aim to establish absolute truth, but rather to provide a shared language for expressing the personal sensations experienced when tasting cannabis.
A “10 out of 10” 🥇 for one person might be just a “6 out of 10” 🥉 for another.
This variability is not only natural — it is at the very heart of the scale’s philosophy: to celebrate the richness of sensory profiles and the diversity of taste perceptions. 👃👅🧠⚡️
Mr Sweet’s Scale applies to all forms of consumption: combustion, vaporization, infusion, concentrates… and to all varieties, regardless of type (indoor, greenhouse, outdoor, resin, flower, etc.).
What matters is the pleasure of tasting, whatever the method used.
USAGE CLAUSE FOR MR SWEET’S SCALE
Mr Sweet’s Scale is a sensory analysis framework designed exclusively for passionate consumers and actors committed to quality and transparency.
Any commercial or promotional use for marketing purposes by stores, shops, or brands is strictly prohibited.
⚠️ This system must not be used to enhance a communication campaign or manipulate product perception.
Mr Sweet’s Scale was created to shed light on the real aromatic intensity of a product during tasting — not to serve as a label or commercial certification.
It belongs to an artisan logic, focused on pleasure, precision, sensory education, and respect for the plant.
🚫 Any reproduction, reuse, or public mention for commercial purposes without prior authorization from SWEET CBD FRANCE may lead to legal action.
— Author: Kévin Guerri, creator and intellectual property holder of Mr Sweet’s Scale