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Green Lights cart (.5ml)
Green Lights cannabis strain is a pure Sativa strain created by unknown breeders. This bud rewards growers with lime green nugs, sprinkled in orange hairs. Users recommend consuming her in vape form for a smooth experience. Green Lights taste of kush and musk with a tangy undertone. Her high hits users like a brick wall. Green Lights marijuana strain is good for day and evening time medical and recreational use due to balanced effects. Green Lights marijuana strain induces uplifting cerebral euphoria followed by strong body-mind relaxation. Prompts socialization and laughter, energizes the mind, improves focus. Relieves stress, relaxes the body, controls pain. May cause laziness.
What is cannabis oil?
Cannabis oils are extracts from cannabis plants. Unprocessed, they contain the same 100 or so active ingredients as the plants, but the balance of compounds depends on the specific plants the oil comes from. The two main active substances in cannabis plants are cannabidiol, or CBD, and delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. Oil extracted from hemp plants can contain a lot of CBD, while oil from Cannabis plants will contain far more THC. THC produces the high that recreational cannabis users seek, while oils for medical use contain mostly CBD. Clearlight is Rhinomeds420 flagship contaminant-free distillate via state-of-the-art refinement and pesticide remediation processes. Clearlight is the cleanest, highest quality. This is our highest potency oil, coming in at over 85% total cannabinoids -
Gruntz (.5ml)
Gruntz is an indica dominant hybrid strain created through crossing the delicious Zkittlez X Gelato strains. The perfect fruity hybrid strain, this bud packs a mouthwatering taste and a long-lasting high that will have both mind and body buzzing with happiness. Gruntz combines the best of both of its parent strains in the flavor department, with a sweet and fruity berry candy flavor with hints of sugary cotton candy, too. The aroma is of earthy spice and sour fruity candy with touches of skunk here and there. The Gruntz high is one that will have you feeling lifted yet relaxed from start to finish, with soothing effects that are filled with stimulating tingles and weightless bliss. You’ll feel the physical buzz almost as soon as you exhale, starting in the spine before inching its way forward throughout your entire body. Sore limbs will relax and muscles will stretch, allowing you to really kick back and enjoy yourself. In combination with its super high 25-32% average THC level, these effects make Gruntz perfect for treating a variety of conditions including chronic stress, mood swings or depression, chronic pain, Bipolar Disorder and muscle spasms or cramps. This bud has oversized dense minty green nugs with purple undertones, vibrant orange hairs and a coating of tiny amber crystal trichomes.
What is cannabis oil?
Cannabis oils are extracts from cannabis plants. Unprocessed, they contain the same 100 or so active ingredients as the plants, but the balance of compounds depends on the specific plants the oil comes from. The two main active substances in cannabis plants are cannabidiol, or CBD, and delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. Oil extracted from hemp plants can contain a lot of CBD, while oil from Cannabis plants will contain far more THC. THC produces the high that recreational cannabis users seek, while oils for medical use contain mostly CBD. Clearlight is Rhinomeds420 flagship contaminant-free distillate via state-of-the-art refinement and pesticide remediation processes. Clearlight is the cleanest, highest quality. This is our highest potency oil, coming in at over 85% total cannabinoids -
Gruntz (1ml)
Gruntz is an indica dominant hybrid strain created through crossing the delicious Zkittlez X Gelato strains. The perfect fruity hybrid strain, this bud packs a mouthwatering taste and a long-lasting high that will have both mind and body buzzing with happiness. Gruntz combines the best of both of its parent strains in the flavor department, with a sweet and fruity berry candy flavor with hints of sugary cotton candy, too. The aroma is of earthy spice and sour fruity candy with touches of skunk here and there. The Gruntz high is one that will have you feeling lifted yet relaxed from start to finish, with soothing effects that are filled with stimulating tingles and weightless bliss. You’ll feel the physical buzz almost as soon as you exhale, starting in the spine before inching its way forward throughout your entire body. Sore limbs will relax and muscles will stretch, allowing you to really kick back and enjoy yourself. In combination with its super high 25-32% average THC level, these effects make Gruntz perfect for treating a variety of conditions including chronic stress, mood swings or depression, chronic pain, Bipolar Disorder and muscle spasms or cramps. This bud has oversized dense minty green nugs with purple undertones, vibrant orange hairs and a coating of tiny amber crystal trichomes.
What is cannabis oil?
Cannabis oils are extracts from cannabis plants. Unprocessed, they contain the same 100 or so active ingredients as the plants, but the balance of compounds depends on the specific plants the oil comes from. The two main active substances in cannabis plants are cannabidiol, or CBD, and delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. Oil extracted from hemp plants can contain a lot of CBD, while oil from Cannabis plants will contain far more THC. THC produces the high that recreational cannabis users seek, while oils for medical use contain mostly CBD. Clearlight is Rhinomeds420 flagship contaminant-free distillate via state-of-the-art refinement and pesticide remediation processes. Clearlight is the cleanest, highest quality. This is our highest potency oil, coming in at over 85% total cannabinoids -
Guava Cake (.5ml)
The sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain dubbed Guava Kush is a strain that competed in the 2014 L.A. Cannabis Cup. Its scent and taste are reminiscent of its name, being quite tropical and sweet. When harvest-ready, its buds are a faded mossy green due to the plethora of trichomes it harbors while having sparse vivid orange pistils.
THC levels average at around 21%, though this number can change depending on a crop’s cultivation methods. Its high has been described by reviewers as allowing relaxation into the body for nearly any given situation, while sparking creativity that can be transformed into intriguing conversation.
A warm/tingling sensation may spread throughout the body while it relaxes as some have experienced, and both chronic pain and insomnia have been treated using this strain. For others, sleep was possible as the high wore down.
Negative side-effects that reviewers have noted include cottonmouth, dry eyes, and occasionally paranoia when consuming above tolerance levels.
What is cannabis oil?
Cannabis oils are extracts from cannabis plants. Unprocessed, they contain the same 100 or so active ingredients as the plants, but the balance of compounds depends on the specific plants the oil comes from. The two main active substances in cannabis plants are cannabidiol, or CBD, and delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. Oil extracted from hemp plants can contain a lot of CBD, while oil from Cannabis plants will contain far more THC. THC produces the high that recreational cannabis users seek, while oils for medical use contain mostly CBD. Clearlight is Rhinomeds420 flagship contaminant-free distillate via state-of-the-art refinement and pesticide remediation processes. Clearlight is the cleanest, highest quality. This is our highest potency oil, coming in at over 85% total cannabinoids -
Guava Zkittles (1ml)
Open up to the rich, diesel flavors Cayophyllene provides in Guava Skittlez. This exotic strain is loved by many for its balance of tropical, fruity, and earthy flavors. The robust flavors fade into a potent high that allows smokers to kick back and relax. Prepare to be entertained by anything on this strain.
What is cannabis oil?
Cannabis oils are extracts from cannabis plants. Unprocessed, they contain the same 100 or so active ingredients as the plants, but the balance of compounds depends on the specific plants the oil comes from. The two main active substances in cannabis plants are cannabidiol, or CBD, and delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. Oil extracted from hemp plants can contain a lot of CBD, while oil from Cannabis plants will contain far more THC. THC produces the high that recreational cannabis users seek, while oils for medical use contain mostly CBD. Clearlight is Rhinomeds420 flagship contaminant-free distillate via state-of-the-art refinement and pesticide remediation processes. Clearlight is the cleanest, highest quality. This is our highest potency oil, coming in at over 85% total cannabinoids -
Gummy Bear (1ml)
Gummy Bears is an evenly balanced hybrid strain (50% indica/50% sativa) created through crossing the delicious True OG X Strawberry Banana X Blackberry strains. Perfect for any fan of a tasty fruity flavor, Gummy Bears packs a mouthwatering fruity strawberry and sugary citrus taste into each and every toke. The aroma follows the same profile, with hints of earthiness to it that are accented by sharp lemony citrus as the nugs are burned away. The Gummy Bears high is just as bright as the flavor with effects that hit mainly in the mind, leaving you lifted and totally with it for hours on end. You’ll feel a light lift at the onset of the high, filling you with cerebral energy and motivation alongside a touch of clear-headed focus. As your mind lifts, a warming tingle will wash over you, leaving you totally aroused and ready to go. With these effects and its high 12-20% average THC level, Gummy Bears is said to be perfect for treating depression, chronic stress, nausea or appetite loss, chronic pain and mood swings. Gummy Bears buds have oversized dense heart-shaped minty green nugs with thick orange hairs and a sticky coating of chunky amber crystal trichomes.
What is cannabis oil?
Cannabis oils are extracts from cannabis plants. Unprocessed, they contain the same 100 or so active ingredients as the plants, but the balance of compounds depends on the specific plants the oil comes from. The two main active substances in cannabis plants are cannabidiol, or CBD, and delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. Oil extracted from hemp plants can contain a lot of CBD, while oil from Cannabis plants will contain far more THC. THC produces the high that recreational cannabis users seek, while oils for medical use contain mostly CBD. Clearlight is Rhinomeds420 flagship contaminant-free distillate via state-of-the-art refinement and pesticide remediation processes. Clearlight is the cleanest, highest quality. This is our highest potency oil, coming in at over 85% total cannabinoids -
Gush Mints cart (.5ml)
Gush Mints is an indica dominant hybrid strain (70% indica/30% sativa) created through crossing the classic Kush Mints X (F1 Durbs X Gushers) strains. If you’re after an amazing flavor with a sleepy, nighttime high, Gush Mints is the perfect indica for you. Like its parent strains, Gush Mints packs a sweet and sugary berry cherry flavor with a punch of sour citrus and tangy menthol that intensifies the more that you toke. The aroma is just as heavy, with a sharp menthol overtone accented by spicy cheesy diesel and sweet fruity cherries. The Gush Mints high will settle in a few minutes after your final exhale, hitting your brain with a lifted sense of pure euphoria that’s accompanied by a heavy happiness that leaves no room for negative or racing thoughts. A soothing body high comes next, washing over your physical form and leaving you feeling fully numb and sedated from head to toe. Combined with its high 19-20% average THC level, these effects make Gush Mints a great choice for treating conditions such as appetite loss or nausea, chronic pain, depression, chronic stress and insomnia. This bud has dense and conical dusty green nugs with deep purple undertones, lots of leaves and thin orange hairs coated with tiny, purple-tinted white crystal trichomes.
What is cannabis oil?
Cannabis oils are extracts from cannabis plants. Unprocessed, they contain the same 100 or so active ingredients as the plants, but the balance of compounds depends on the specific plants the oil comes from. The two main active substances in cannabis plants are cannabidiol, or CBD, and delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. Oil extracted from hemp plants can contain a lot of CBD, while oil from Cannabis plants will contain far more THC. THC produces the high that recreational cannabis users seek, while oils for medical use contain mostly CBD. Clearlight is Rhinomeds420 flagship contaminant-free distillate via state-of-the-art refinement and pesticide remediation processes. Clearlight is the cleanest, highest quality. This is our highest potency oil, coming in at over 85% total cannabinoids -
Gushers Biscotti (1ml)
Biscotti Gushers, also known as “GushersBiscotti,” is an indica dominant hybrid strain (80% indica/20% sativa) created through crossing the classic Biscotti X Gushers strains. Ready for a super delicious flavor and heady, relaxing high? Biscotti Gushers packs it all into each and every toke. This bud has a super sweet fruity berry flavor with hints of skunky citrus and earthy pine on exhale. The aroma is heavy and pungent, with a spicy gas overtone that’s accented by fresh ripe berries and sweet fruits. The Biscotti Gushers high hits you almost as soon as you experience your final exhale, filling your mind with a lifted sense of happiness that has you feeling happy, calm and totally at ease with the world around you. As you settle into this euphoric mental state, a relaxing body high will begin to creep over your physical form, leaving you slightly couch-locked. This will quickly turn sedative, leaving you dozing off before you know it. With these effects and its insanely high 25-35% average THC level, Biscotti Gushers is perfect for treating depression, chronic stress, insomnia, chronic pain, inflammation and chronic fatigue.
What is cannabis oil?
Cannabis oils are extracts from cannabis plants. Unprocessed, they contain the same 100 or so active ingredients as the plants, but the balance of compounds depends on the specific plants the oil comes from. The two main active substances in cannabis plants are cannabidiol, or CBD, and delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. Oil extracted from hemp plants can contain a lot of CBD, while oil from Cannabis plants will contain far more THC. THC produces the high that recreational cannabis users seek, while oils for medical use contain mostly CBD. Clearlight is Rhinomeds420 flagship contaminant-free distillate via state-of-the-art refinement and pesticide remediation processes. Clearlight is the cleanest, highest quality. This is our highest potency oil, coming in at over 85% total cannabinoids -
Gushers Cart (1ml)
Gushers is a slightly indica dominant hybrid strain (60% indica/40% sativa) created through crossing the classic Gelato #41 X Triangle Kush strains. Named for the delicious candy, Gushers brings on the flavors with a combination of sour tropical fruits and rich creamy cookies in each and every toke. The aroma follows the same profile, although with a slightly herbal overtone and touches of spicy grape. The Gushers high isn’t quite as bright as the flavor, with super relaxing effects that are best suited for lazy nights spent at home with friends catching up on Netflix. The high starts with an influx of tingly euphoria that fills the back of the head with lightly arousing tingles. This quickly spreads throughout the rest of your body, leaving you pretty aroused and incredibly relaxed through and through. You won’t be sleepy in this state, but rather totally at ease with anything and everything happening around you. With these effects and its high 15-22% average THC level, Gushers is said to be perfect for treating chronic stress or anxiety, depression and chronic pain. This bud has elongated olive green nugs with bright green leaves, lots of thin amber hairs and a coating of tiny amber crystal trichomes.
What is cannabis oil?
Cannabis oils are extracts from cannabis plants. Unprocessed, they contain the same 100 or so active ingredients as the plants, but the balance of compounds depends on the specific plants the oil comes from. The two main active substances in cannabis plants are cannabidiol, or CBD, and delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. Oil extracted from hemp plants can contain a lot of CBD, while oil from Cannabis plants will contain far more THC. THC produces the high that recreational cannabis users seek, while oils for medical use contain mostly CBD. Clearlight is Rhinomeds420 flagship contaminant-free distillate via state-of-the-art refinement and pesticide remediation processes. Clearlight is the cleanest, highest quality. This is our highest potency oil, coming in at over 85% total cannabinoids -
Gushlato (.5ml)
What is cannabis oil?
Cannabis oils are extracts from cannabis plants. Unprocessed, they contain the same 100 or so active ingredients as the plants, but the balance of compounds depends on the specific plants the oil comes from. The two main active substances in cannabis plants are cannabidiol, or CBD, and delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. Oil extracted from hemp plants can contain a lot of CBD, while oil from Cannabis plants will contain far more THC. THC produces the high that recreational cannabis users seek, while oils for medical use contain mostly CBD. Clearlight is Rhinomeds420 flagship contaminant-free distillate via state-of-the-art refinement and pesticide remediation processes. Clearlight is the cleanest, highest quality. This is our highest potency oil, coming in at over 85% total cannabinoids -
Hardcore OG (.5ml)
Hardcore OG is an indica dominant hybrid (80% indica/20% sativa) strain created as a cross between the hugely popular Big Bud X DJ Short Blueberry strains. With a delicious flavor reminiscent of its Blueberry parentage and an insanely high average THC level between 24-28%, Hardcore OG tastes as good as it feels to smoke! The Hardcore OG high is not for the faint of heart – it comes quick, with a euphoric cerebral stimulation that leaves your mind completely pain free with a slight sense of blissful energy that doesn’t cause anxiety or stress. This quickly falls victim to a sedating indica buzz that sinks into your very bones, leaving you completely lethargic and introspective with an overpowering couch-lock and a lack of motivation to do anything except float away into your own thoughts before falling into a deep sleep. These powerful pain relieving effects make Hardcore OG perfect for treating patients with chronic pain, insomnia, mild to moderate cases of depression, and anxiety. This bud has an enticing aroma of sweet tea with honey and a taste that’s even more delicious of sweet and spicy honey with a pungent herbal tea aftertaste upon exhale. Hardcore OG buds have dense small pebble-shaped neon green nugs with dark leaves, golden hairs, and milky white trichomes.
What is cannabis oil?
Cannabis oils are extracts from cannabis plants. Unprocessed, they contain the same 100 or so active ingredients as the plants, but the balance of compounds depends on the specific plants the oil comes from. The two main active substances in cannabis plants are cannabidiol, or CBD, and delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. Oil extracted from hemp plants can contain a lot of CBD, while oil from Cannabis plants will contain far more THC. THC produces the high that recreational cannabis users seek, while oils for medical use contain mostly CBD. Clearlight is Rhinomeds420 flagship contaminant-free distillate via state-of-the-art refinement and pesticide remediation processes. Clearlight is the cleanest, highest quality. This is our highest potency oil, coming in at over 85% total cannabinoids -
Hardcore OG (1ml)
Hardcore OG is an indica dominant hybrid (80% indica/20% sativa) strain created as a cross between the hugely popular Big Bud X DJ Short Blueberry strains. With a delicious flavor reminiscent of its Blueberry parentage and an insanely high average THC level between 24-28%, Hardcore OG tastes as good as it feels to smoke! The Hardcore OG high is not for the faint of heart – it comes quick, with a euphoric cerebral stimulation that leaves your mind completely pain free with a slight sense of blissful energy that doesn’t cause anxiety or stress. This quickly falls victim to a sedating indica buzz that sinks into your very bones, leaving you completely lethargic and introspective with an overpowering couch-lock and a lack of motivation to do anything except float away into your own thoughts before falling into a deep sleep. These powerful pain relieving effects make Hardcore OG perfect for treating patients with chronic pain, insomnia, mild to moderate cases of depression, and anxiety. This bud has an enticing aroma of sweet tea with honey and a taste that’s even more delicious of sweet and spicy honey with a pungent herbal tea aftertaste upon exhale. Hardcore OG buds have dense small pebble-shaped neon green nugs with dark leaves, golden hairs, and milky white trichomes.
What is cannabis oil?
Cannabis oils are extracts from cannabis plants. Unprocessed, they contain the same 100 or so active ingredients as the plants, but the balance of compounds depends on the specific plants the oil comes from. The two main active substances in cannabis plants are cannabidiol, or CBD, and delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. Oil extracted from hemp plants can contain a lot of CBD, while oil from Cannabis plants will contain far more THC. THC produces the high that recreational cannabis users seek, while oils for medical use contain mostly CBD. Clearlight is Rhinomeds420 flagship contaminant-free distillate via state-of-the-art refinement and pesticide remediation processes. Clearlight is the cleanest, highest quality. This is our highest potency oil, coming in at over 85% total cannabinoids -
Headband (Hybrid)
Thc 18.22% cbd 0.09% Terps 2.18%
4grams of flower Nitrogen sealed in a convenient, resealable childproof can! Meet Headband, the love-child of cannabis power couple, OG Kush and Sour Diesel. The smooth, creamy smoke is accented by flavour’s of lemons and diesel while the long-lasting effects are great for pain relief, helping you to relax, and to combat elevated stress levels. Many report that the effects create a slight pressure around the crown of their head and feels as though they are wearing a headband. The effects have been known to come on slow, so pace yourself with this potent hybrid. -
Hindu Kush (1ml)
Hindu Kush is a 100% pure indica strain that is native to the local regions of the mountains between Pakistan and Afghanistan. This bud is infamous among users all around the world for its classic indica effects and long-lasting high that’s perfect for any lazy day or sleepless night when you need a little extra help to fully let go. The Hindu Kush high has a subtle building onset that creeps up on both mind and body before suddenly taking hold. You’ll feel a euphoric effect settle into your mind, easing away any negative or racing thoughts and leaving you feeling blissfully unfocused and hazy. As your mind settles into oblivion, your body will begin to follow suit, leaving you couch-locked and totally sedated for hours and hours on end. Soon, a sleepy effect will settle in, leaving you dozing off and on as both mind and body fade away. Thanks to these long-lasting effects and its high 22-32% average THC level, Hindu Kush is said to be perfect for treating those suffering from conditions such as cramps or muscle spasms, chronic pain, IBS, insomnia, and nausea or appetite loss. This bud has a skunky earthy flavor with a sweet flowery exhale that has touches of fresh woods. The aroma is very pungent and fragrant with a floral effect that’s accented by fresh herbs and spicy pine. Hindu Kush buds have oversized heart-shaped bright forest green nugs with bright orange hairs and a coating of amber crystal trichomes.
What is cannabis oil?
Cannabis oils are extracts from cannabis plants. Unprocessed, they contain the same 100 or so active ingredients as the plants, but the balance of compounds depends on the specific plants the oil comes from. The two main active substances in cannabis plants are cannabidiol, or CBD, and delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. Oil extracted from hemp plants can contain a lot of CBD, while oil from Cannabis plants will contain far more THC. THC produces the high that recreational cannabis users seek, while oils for medical use contain mostly CBD. Clearlight is Rhinomeds420 flagship contaminant-free distillate via state-of-the-art refinement and pesticide remediation processes. Clearlight is the cleanest, highest quality. This is our highest potency oil, coming in at over 85% total cannabinoids -
How to Navigate the Wild World of Cannabis/Weed vapes
How to Navigate the Wild World of cannabis/Weed vapes
Live resin? Distillate cartridge? Entourage effect? Here’s our handy guide to getting to your best high
There are a ton of ways to consume weed in 2020. But if you’re looking for a covert way to get high on the go — at a friend’s wedding, on a road trip with your new boyfriend’s family, in the lobby of the AMC cinema before a matinee — you’ve probably discovered that the best option is a vape pen. In the past couple of years, they’ve largely replaced joints and blunts due to their stealth factor, ease of use, and potency. You can stand confidently among Juulers at a party, nodding knowingly at that dude’s Euphoria reference, while puffing on your low-key weed delivery system and feeling a slightly detached sense of superiority. And yet, with an increase in the market — sales jumped 49% from 2017 to 2018 — there’s a lot to learn. What distinguishes one pen from another? How can you know which oil is best? Is there one that can replace a glass of wine? Which one gives you more bang for your buck? Here, a handy guide to navigating the choices.
The “Clear” vs. The “Sauce”
Of course, what it comes down to is the oil inside: just like the weed it’s sourced from, concentrated cannabis oil can be schwaggy as hell, or it can be the cream of the crop. For the uninitiated in weed lingo, you should start by understanding that the easiest distinction to make is between THC distillate versus live resin. The metaphor that can best express the difference between the two is THC distillate is Daytona Beach, and live resin is a cabin in the woods (the canoe-and-campfire kind, not the horror-movie kind). Both offer a way to relax, unwind, and unplug from reality. It just depends on what kind of R&R you’re looking for.
“Distillate is pure, raw, isolated cannabinoids, meaning that it’s high in potency,” says Samari, CEO and co-founder of Cannabiotix, a cannabis company operating in California and Nevada that specializes in producing boutique cannabis flower and extracts. “And let’s face it, that’s becoming the eye-catcher.” Some customers choose weed like a teenager shops for liquor — based on alcohol by volume, Samari says, buying whatever has the highest level of THC (the cannabinoid that gets you “high”). But packing a high THC punch doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the best product.
THC distillate is extracted from cannabis using a liquid solvent, often ethanol or pressurized CO2, and then hyper-purified through a process known as winterization. In that process, the distillate is stripped of impurities, including the chemical compounds that give cannabis its flavour and aroma: terpenes. Terpenes exist in a variety of plants, but in cannabis, they help steer the high.
Manufacturers often add terpenes back to THC distillate after it’s been purified to its super-potent form, usually using plant-based terpenes to mimic the flavour of weed. “You can buy a bottle of ‘Maui Wowie’ flavour, where they’ve combined a bunch of plant-based terpenes like myrcene from mango, and limonene from citrus,” says Samari. “It’s marketed as what they think Maui Wowie tastes and smells like.” But since those terpenes aren’t actually from cannabis, it’s impossible to get the flavour 100% right.
In stark contrast to distillate, live resin is extracted by freezing and processing live cannabis flower. It’s a delicate process that preserves the aromatic terpenes as well as the cannabinoids for a naturally flavourful extract. If you think of distillate as the weed version of Everclear, then live resin is sort of like a biodynamic pinot noir — you can taste every bit of the plant, what it was fed, how it was grown. Or, more accurately, cannabis expert Jordan Lams says, “If live resin is the peppermint plant, distillate is extracted and refined peppermint oil.”
Lams is CEO and founder of Moxie, a company that specializes in cannabis concentrates. With distillate, he says, no matter what the source material tastes like, or whether it’s classified as an indica, sativa or hybrid, “All of that’s gone. What you’re left with is one constituent, which is almost characterless, other than the ratio of cannabinoids like THC and CBD.”
Another difference, Lams says, is that, in addition to stripping the extract down to raw cannabinoids, the heat in the distillation process chemically activates THC, changing it from THCA (which doesn’t get you high) to psychoactive Delta-9 THC. “If you were to eat live resin, it wouldn’t have any psychoactive effects,” Lams explains. “Distillate is activated cannabinoids: no flavour compounds, no aromatic compounds, no inorganic by-products from plants.” You can eat distillate and get high without heating it by vaping, in other words, which makes it a popular option for commercial edibles manufacturers.The Entourage Effect
The cannabis plant produces an incredible variety of compounds: cannabinoids, including THC and CBD; aromatic, flavourful terpenes; and flavonoids (phytonutrients found in fruits and vegetables). “The ‘high’ you get comes from a symphony of elements: all of the cannabinoids and flavonoids, working together with all of the terpenes,” Samari says. The synergy of all those compounds interacting in your brain and body when you smoke a joint, or vape live resin, is known as the “entourage effect.”
A live resin extract vape cartridge isn’t as potent as a distillate cartridge — the THC percentage of resin usually hovers somewhere around 45% or 55%, while distillate can weigh in at 85% or 99% THC — but, because of the entourage effect, choosing weed based on THC levels doesn’t necessarily make sense. The combined effect of THC and CBD working together with terpenes and flavonoids produces a greater effect than if working separately. Think of it as the glorious elements of an ice cream sundae all coming together in your mouth to zap your brain’s pleasure center, rather than a spoonful of hot fudge. Wouldn’t be nearly as satisfying without the ice cream, nuts and cherry, would it?
“People who aren’t educated think distillate delivers the ‘knockout punch,’ says Samari. “But in reality, the entourage effect will give you a more intense high.” and are the most discreet vapes currently available
The impulse to compare weed to alcohol is understandable, because it’s easy for most of us to relate to, but getting high is nothing like getting hammered. Try thinking of distillate versus live resin in terms of if THC distillate is the Big Bang Theory, then live resin is broader road. It’s a game you can play forever — especially if you’re stoned.