CBD vs CBG vs CBN vs CBC

Minor Cannabinoids · THC-Free

CBD vs CBG vs CBN vs CBC. What's The Difference?

CBD is the anchor. CBG is the daytime one. CBC is the calm one. CBN is the evening one. Here's how the four compare, why we blend them, and which THC-free formula fits each part of your day.

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  • 10+ years formulating with minor cannabinoids
  • THC-free formulas, third-party lab-tested
  • Vegan, gluten-free, and Kosher
  • Rapid onset with nanotechnology
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CBD Focus Blueberry Lemon CBG gummies DaytimeCBGFocus & Happy CBD Calm Rainier Cherry CBC gummies CalmCBCCalm Doozies CBD Dream Blue Raspberry CBN gummies EveningCBNDream & Solace
+ CBD is the base of every formula

The Quick Answer

CBD, CBG, CBN, and CBC are all non-intoxicating cannabinoids found in hemp. CBD (cannabidiol) is the best known and anchors every formula. CBG (cannabigerol) is the "mother cannabinoid" people reach for during the day. CBC (cannabichromene) is popular for calm, any time of day. CBN (cannabinol) is the go-to for evening and nighttime routines.

The daytime one

CBG

Cannabigerol

Often called the mother cannabinoid, because other cannabinoids start out as CBG in the plant. Our CBG formulas are built for focus and a brighter everyday.

  • Paired 1:1 with CBD
  • Lion's Mane (Focus) or Reishi (Happy)
  • Caffeine-free, no stimulants
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The calm one

CBC

Cannabichromene

Less widely known than CBN or CBG, and the quiet favorite for slower moments. Our CBC formula is built to help you feel steady, not sleepy.

  • Paired 1:1 with CBD
  • 100mg Ashwagandha per Doozie
  • No melatonin
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The evening one

CBN

Cannabinol

The cannabinoid most brands overlook, and the one our Dream formula is built around. Green Revolution was among the first in Washington to formulate with it.

  • 2:1 CBD:CBN in Dream gummies
  • 2.5mg melatonin per Doozie
  • Also in Solace cream (5:1)
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Side By Side

CBD vs CBG vs CBN vs CBC Comparison Chart

All four, side by side. Scroll sideways on mobile.

Feature CBG CBC CBN CBD
Full name Cannabigerol Cannabichromene Cannabinol Cannabidiol
Its role The daytime one The calm one The evening one The anchor
Best time Morning and afternoon Any time you want to slow down 30 to 60 minutes before bed Any time
Gets you high? No No No No
Where it comes from The precursor most cannabinoids form from Forms from the same precursor as CBG Forms as THC ages and breaks down Forms from CBGA, via CBDA
Our ratio 1:1 CBD:CBG 1:1 CBD:CBC 2:1 CBD:CBN (gummies) · 5:1 (cream) In every formula
Paired with Lion's Mane or Reishi Ashwagandha Melatonin CBG, CBC, or CBN
Our experience Focus and Happy Calm Dream All of them
Formats Gummies · tincture coming soon Gummies · tincture coming soon Gummies · cream · tincture coming soon Gummies · cream
Makes you drowsy? Not designed to Not designed to Yes, with melatonin Not on its own

All of our gummies use rapid-onset nanotechnology. Most people feel them in about 15 minutes, and effects last 3 to 5 hours.

Minor Cannabinoids 101

What Are Minor Cannabinoids?

Hemp makes more than 100 cannabinoids. CBD and THC get most of the attention because the plant makes a lot of them. The rest are called minor cannabinoids, simply because they show up in smaller amounts. CBG, CBC, and CBN are three of the most useful.

CBG is called the mother cannabinoid because other cannabinoids start out as CBG in the plant.

In the growing plant, CBGA is the starting compound. Enzymes turn it into the acid forms of THC, CBD, and CBC. Whatever CBGA is left over becomes CBG. CBN takes a different path. It forms slowly as THC ages and breaks down with time, heat, and air.

Our formulas use purified cannabinoids, so they stay THC-free while still delivering an exact amount of CBN, CBG, or CBC in every serving. All three are non-intoxicating.

CBDThe anchor
CBGThe daytime one
CBCEveryday calm
CBNThe evening one
CBGAThe starting compound
CBGLeftover CBGA
CBCvia CBCA
CBDvia CBDA
THCvia THCA
ages into ↓
CBN

Simplified. Every cannabinoid in our formulas is purified and blended with CBD, and every formula is THC-free.

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What Do CBG, CBC, and CBN Do?

Same family, different jobs. Here's where each one fits.

Daytime
CBG gummies for focus, CBD Focus Blueberry Lemon
CBG · Cannabigerol

What Is CBG?

FocusMoodCaffeine-free1:1 with CBD

CBG is the one people reach for when the day needs a little extra attention. It's often associated with focus and clarity, and it fits into a work routine without the jitters, because our formulas have no caffeine and no stimulants.

We make two CBG experiences. Focus (Blueberry Lemon) pairs 10mg CBD and 10mg CBG with 100mg Lion's Mane for deep work and the afternoon dip. Happy (Juicy Peach) pairs the same 1:1 blend with 100mg Reishi for a brighter everyday.

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Calm
CBC gummies for calm, CBD Calm Rainier Cherry
CBC · Cannabichromene

What Is CBC?

CalmAny time of dayNo melatonin1:1 with CBD

CBC is the least known of the three, and it's quickly becoming a favorite. People reach for it for the slower moments: the after-work wind-down, the quiet hour, a night in. It's calming without being a sleep aid, so it works at 2pm just as well as 8pm.

Our Calm Doozies (Rainier Cherry) pair 10mg CBD and 10mg CBC with 100mg Ashwagandha, an adaptogenic herb with a long history in traditional wellness. Designed to help you feel steady, not sleepy.

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Evening
CBN gummies for evening, CBD Dream Blue Raspberry
CBN · Cannabinol

What Is CBN?

NighttimeWind-downWith melatonin2:1 with CBD

CBN is the go-to ingredient in nighttime routines, which is why our Dream line is built around it. Green Revolution was among the first brands in Washington to formulate with CBN, dating back to 2015.

Dream Doozies (Blue Raspberry) combine 10mg CBD, 5mg CBN, and 2.5mg melatonin. Take one 30 to 60 minutes before bed. Prefer a topical? Solace Relax Cream pairs 1000mg CBD with 200mg CBN for the spots where the day tends to land, and took home the 2023 Emerald Cup.

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Head To Head

CBG vs CBN vs CBC: Which Is Better?

Still choosing between two? Here's the honest breakdown.

CBG vs CBN

CBG vs CBN for Sleep

These two sit at opposite ends of the day. CBG is for when you want to stay sharp and engaged. CBN is for when you're ready to power down.

Pick CBG for work, study, and busy afternoons. Pick CBN for your bedtime ritual. Many people use both.

CBC vs CBG

CBC vs CBG: What's the Difference?

Both work during the day, but they point in different directions. CBG leans toward focus and lift. CBC leans toward calm and balance.

Pick CBG when you need to lock in. Pick CBC when you need to take the edge off.

CBN vs CBC

CBC vs CBN for Relaxing

The most common mix-up, since both feel relaxing. The difference is timing. CBC is calm you can use any time of day. CBN, in our Dream formula, comes with melatonin and is built for bedtime.

Pick CBC for the quiet moments. Pick CBN when the goal is a sleep-time routine.

Better Together

Why We Blend Them With CBD

Cannabinoids tend to work best as a team. CBD anchors every formula, and the minor cannabinoid gives it direction. The ratio tells you who leads.

Focus and Happy

1:1

10mg CBD + 10mg CBG

Neither leads. They share the job equally, with Lion's Mane or Reishi.

Calm

1:1

10mg CBD + 10mg CBC

Plus 100mg Ashwagandha in every Doozie.

Dream gummies

2:1

10mg CBD + 5mg CBN

CBD leads, CBN rounds it out, with 2.5mg melatonin.

Solace cream

5:1

1000mg CBD + 200mg CBN

A cool, calming topical finish.

Morning To Night

Can You Take CBG, CBC, and CBN Together?

We build by outcome, not by format. Here's how the three fit into one routine.

Morning · Afternoon

Focus

CBG + CBD + Lion's Mane

One Doozie before deep work or when the afternoon dip hits. No caffeine, so no crash to plan around.

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Anytime

Calm

CBC + CBD + Ashwagandha

One Doozie for the after-work wind-down, a stressful commute, or a quiet hour at home. Steady, not sleepy.

The Calm Experience →
Bedtime

Dream

CBN + CBD + Melatonin

One Doozie 30 to 60 minutes before bed. Same time, same serving, a few nights in a row.

The Dream Experience →

Start with one serving and give any new routine a few days before adjusting. CBN and melatonin can cause drowsiness, so don't drive or operate machinery after taking Dream. If you take prescription medications, talk with your doctor first.

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THC-Free CBG, CBC, and CBN Products

Every product is THC-free, vegan, gluten-free, Kosher, and independently lab-tested.

Gummies and cream

CBD Focus Blueberry Lemon - Green Revolution CBD
CBD Focus Blueberry Lemon
5.0
Featuring a 1:1 blend of 10mg CBD, 10mg CBG, and 100mg Lion's Mane per Doozie. CBD supports a sense of calm and balan...
Work & ProductivityDaytimeConcentration & Mental Clarity
From $5.00Quick buy
CBD Happy Juicy Peach - Green Revolution CBD
CBD Happy Juicy Peach
5.0
Juicy Peach Happy Gummies are what good vibes are made of. Each Doozie features a 1:1 blend of 10mg CBD, 10mg CBG, an...
Social GatheringsIdeal for a Night Out
From $5.00Quick buy
CBD Calm Rainier Cherry - Green Revolution CBD
CBD Calm Rainier Cherry
5.0
Rainier Cherry CBD Calm Gummies are made for peaceful moments. These gummies feature a 1:1 blend of 10mg CBD, 10mg CB...
CalmingA Night In
From $5.00Quick buy
CBD Dream Blue Raspberry - Green Revolution CBD
CBD Dream Blue Raspberry
5.0
These tangy-sweet gummies feature 10mg CBD, 5mg CBN, and 2.5mg melatonin per Doozie. The 2:1 CBD:CBN ratio is built ...
Evening wind-down routinesNighttime wellness support
From $24.00Quick buy
Solace CBD Relax Cream - Green Revolution CBD
Solace CBD Relax Cream
5.0
A plant-powered topical for the spots where the day tends to land, neck, shoulders, hands, lower back. Lightweight, f...
Soothing tired musclesActive lifestyles
From $20.00Quick buy

Water-soluble tinctures

CBD Focus Tinctures - Green Revolution CBD
CBD Focus Tinctures
5.0
Water-Soluble CBD Focus Tinctures are built for on-demand mental clarity with fast absorption and high bioavailabilit...
FocusWork & Productivity
From $24.00Coming soon
CBD Happy Tincture - Green Revolution CBD
CBD Happy Tincture
5.0
Water-Soluble Happy Tinctures are your new daily wellness essential. This clean, uplifting 1:1:1 blend delivers 500mg...
Social GatheringsNight Outs
From $24.00Coming soon
CBD Calm Tincture - Green Revolution CBD
CBD Calm Tincture
5.0
Meet your new go-to for instant relaxation. Water-Soluble CBD Relax Tinctures are designed to help you unwind...
A Night InCalm Support
From $24.00Coming soon
CBD Dream Tincture - Green Revolution CBD
CBD Dream Tincture
5.0
Water-Soluble Dream Tinctures are built for your nightly wind-down with fast absorption and high bioavailability. Thi...
THC-Free FormulaEvening Wellness Routine
From $24.00Coming soon
Formulating since 2015

Where To Buy CBN, CBG, and CBC Gummies

Plenty of brands sell minor cannabinoids now. Few have been doing it this long.

A decade of formulating

We started during the early days of medical cannabis in Washington, and were among the first to put minor cannabinoids into everyday formulas.

Lab-tested, every batch

Independent testing for potency and purity. The COAs are public, so you can check them yourself.

THC-free formulas

No THC used. If you're drug tested, talk with your employer or provider before adding any hemp product.

Clean ingredients

Vegan, gluten-free, and Kosher. No artificial colors or flavors.

Rapid onset

Nanotechnology helps our gummies start working in about 15 minutes.

Built by outcome

Focus, Happy, Calm, and Dream. Pick the moment, and the cannabinoid follows.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Still deciding? Contact us Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm PST.

What is the difference between CBD, CBG, CBN, and CBC?

All four are non-intoxicating cannabinoids from hemp, but they play different roles. CBD (cannabidiol) is the most common and anchors most formulas. CBG (cannabigerol) is the daytime one, often associated with focus. CBC (cannabichromene) is the calm one, used any time of day. CBN (cannabinol) is the evening one, used in nighttime routines.

Is CBG or CBN better for sleep?

For nighttime routines, CBN is the one people reach for, which is why our Dream formula is built around it. CBG is a daytime cannabinoid that fits routines like work and study. Many people use CBG during the day and CBN at night.

Is CBC or CBN better for relaxing?

It depends on when. CBC is calming without being a sleep aid, so it works any time of day. CBN, especially in our Dream formula with melatonin, is meant for bedtime. If you want to unwind and stay alert, try CBC. If you want to wind down for sleep, try CBN.

Will CBN, CBG, or CBC get me high?

No. All three are non-intoxicating, and every Green Revolution formula is THC-free.

Why is CBG called the mother cannabinoid?

In the plant, CBGA is the starting compound that other cannabinoids form from, including the acid forms of THC, CBD, and CBC. Whatever is left over becomes CBG.

Can I take CBG, CBC, and CBN on the same day?

Many people use them at different times: CBG in the morning, CBC in the afternoon or evening, and CBN before bed. Start with one product at a time, keep servings consistent, and talk with your doctor if you take prescription medications. Dream contains melatonin, so save it for bedtime.

Do your CBG, CBC, and CBN gummies contain THC?

No THC is used in our formulas, and every batch is independently lab-tested. You can view the results on our COAs page. If you're subject to drug testing, check with your employer or healthcare provider before using any hemp-derived product.

How long do minor cannabinoid gummies take to work?

Our gummies use rapid-onset nanotechnology, so most people feel them in about 15 minutes. Effects typically last 3 to 5 hours.

Which Green Revolution products have CBN, CBG, or CBC?

CBG is in Focus (Blueberry Lemon) and Happy (Juicy Peach). CBC is in Calm (Rainier Cherry). CBN is in Dream (Blue Raspberry) and Solace Relax Cream. Water-soluble tinctures for each experience are coming soon.

Find Your Cannabinoid.

Focus for the day. Calm for the in-between. Dream for the night. All THC-free, all lab-tested, all built on a decade of formulating.

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These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Research on minor cannabinoids is still early. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medication. Keep out of reach of children. For adults 21+.