When you want to enjoy the benefits of cannabis without smoking, cannabis concentrates are a great way to start. Concentrates offer a high percentage of THC and can be used in different ways. You can spray dab them on, or even add them to food and drink. In this guide, we’ll show you how to make your own cannabis concentrates at home.
What is Marijuana Concentrate?
The term “cannabis concentrate” is used to define a wide range of products. In general, cannabis concentrates are created by extracting cannabinoids, terpenes, and other desirable compounds from the cannabis plant. The end product is a potent blend that contains a higher concentration of these compounds than you would find in plant material alone.
There are many ways to make cannabis concentrates. The most popular methods include:
Solvent-based extraction:
This method uses a solvent like butane, propane, or CO2 to remove cannabinoids and other compounds from plant material. Ideally, the solvent is then removed from the mix, leaving behind a pure concentrate. However, some residual solvent may remain in the final product.
To make cannabis concentrates using this method, you will need:
• Cannabis trim or bud
• A solvent (butane, propane, CO2, etc.)
• An extraction tube or a closed loop system
• A collection jar
Procedure:
1. Fill your extraction tube or closed loop system with trimmings or cannabis buds.
2. Add the solvent to the tube or system.
3. Turn on the extractor and let it run until all the plant matter is dissolved.
4. Collect the concentrate in a jar.
5. Evaporate the solvent by placing the jar in a water bath or vacuum oven.
6. Enjoy your cannabis concentrate!
Extraction of rosin:
This method uses heat and pressure to extract the desired compounds from plant material. Rosin is a type of cannabis concentrate made using this method. To make rosin, you will need:
• Cannabis trim or bud
• A hair straightener or rosin press
• Parchment
Procedure:
1. Preheat your hair straightener or rosin press.
2. Place a small amount of cannabis garnish or bud on a piece of parchment paper.
3. Fold the parchment paper over the cannabis, making sure it is completely enclosed.
4. Place parchment paper in hair straightener or rosin press and apply pressure.
5. Extract the rosin from the parchment paper.
6. Enjoy your cannabis concentrate!
Herbal Infusers:
Infusing your favorite herbs into delicious treats can seem daunting, but luckily there are a ton of Herbal Infusers on the market to make the process as easy as making a smoothie! The above methods can be fun to learn but can also be time consuming, but with an herbal infuser you can start cooking right out of the box. Making tincture, butter and oil as easy as pushing a literal button.
Cannabis concentrates offer a powerful and convenient way to consume cannabis. With this guide, you now know how to make your own cannabis concentrates at home using either solvent or rosin-based extraction methods. Try it and enjoy your new Black Cat Cannabis concentrate!
