
Understand What Exactly Cannabis Concentrates Are
Cannabis extracts, also known as concentrates, are the concentrated form of all the good stuff found in the cannabis plant—like cannabinoids, terpenes, and other natural compounds. These extracts come in all kinds of textures and consistencies, from oils and waxes to shatter and even crystals.
When it comes to enjoying the extracts, you’ve got a few options. You can dab them, mix them into your flower for an extra kick, or use a vape pen specifically designed for concentrates. If you’re looking for a more intense experience, extracts are the way to go!
Common Concentrate Questions
Ready to fully understand cannabis concentrates? Let’s dive into a few of our most-asked questions!
Ah, the age-old question. But before we talk about dabbing, we must first explain dabs. Dabs are concentrated doses of cannabis that are made from cannabis extracts, such as shatter, wax, budder, or live resin. To perform the act of “dabbing,” you must heat a small amount of the concentrate and inhale the vapor through a dab rig, which is a specialized type of water pipe designed for this purpose.
Honestly, cannabis concentrates are significantly stronger than flower. While traditional flower usually contains 10% to 30% THC, concentrates can pack a punch with THC levels, often ranging from 60% to 90%. That means just a tiny dab of concentrate can give you a more intense high than a whole bowl of flower.
Shatter and wax are both popular cannabis concentrates, but they differ in texture and consistency. Shatter has a glass-like, brittle quality that can easily break apart, making it a bit more stable and often more potent. Wax, on the other hand, is softer and has a more gooey texture that can vary from crumbly to sticky, making it easier to handle.
Basically, if you want something super strong, shatter is your go-to, but if you prefer something a bit easier to work with, wax might be the way to go.
Choosing between different types of concentrates can feel a bit like picking your favorite ice cream flavor—there are just so many options! A few ways to choose include:
- Think about your preferences: do you want something with a strong flavor, or are you after maximum potency? Taste = live resin. Strong = wax or shatter.
- Consider how you want to consume it: If you enjoy dabbing, you might want something easy to handle, like wax or budder. But if you’re all about that clean hit, shatter is the way to go.
Don’t hesitate to ask our budtender for recommendations based on what you like!
Budder is the smooth operator of the concentrate world, and it comes with some pretty sweet benefits! First off, its creamy texture makes it super easy to work with, whether you’re dabbing or adding it to your favorite flower for an extra kick. Plus, budder retains a lot of the plant’s natural terpenes, which means you get a flavorful experience every time. It’s also known for its potency, giving you a solid high without needing to use a ton.