Cannabis Extracts: Rosin
Rosin is a solventless cannabis concentrate, meaning it contains no solvents or chemicals.
Cannabis extracts may look similar, but there are significant differences in how they are produced. These extracts come in various forms, such as wax, shatter, isolate, badder, live resin, and rosin. While some extracts appear alike, each has distinct characteristics. Rosin is a solventless cannabis concentrate, meaning it contains no solvents or chemicals.
The extraction process for rosin involves only heat and pressure. Being a cleaner type of extract, rosin is often more expensive than other concentrates. Fortunately, you can make it at home if you have some cannabis buds and the right tools, like a hair straightener.
You can extract rosin from flower, kief, and hash without using solvents. Rosin typically has a yellowish or cream color and may resemble shatter or sap, making it hard to distinguish between the two. Its sticky, syrupy texture can also make it look similar to buttercream.
Rich in cannabinoids and terpenes, rosin is one of the cleanest, most organic extracts available from cannabis. It’s ideal for those who enjoy dabbing, as only a small amount can provide an intense head high.
How is Rosin Made?
Making rosin is straightforward and safe since it doesn't require solvents. Rosin is extracted from the resin in flower, bubble hash, or kief using heat and pressure. Producers generally use rosin bags or place the material between two sheets of parchment paper. A heated hydraulic press applies pressure to yield fresh rosin.
To preserve its consistency and prevent it from becoming overly sticky, which makes it hard to handle and dab, it's advisable to store rosin in a cold environment if it won't be used immediately.
How Do You Use Rosin?
The most common way to use rosin is by vaporizing it as dabs. However, you can also spread rosin on a joint, blunt, or spliff, just like any other extract. A helpful tip for vaping is to place the dab in the bowl before heating it, allowing for a more gradual release of vapor and rosin. This results in smoother and more enjoyable hits.
What Strains Make The Best Rosin?
Not all strains yield the same amount of rosin, and some are better suited for extraction than others, particularly those rich in trichomes. The more resinous the plant, the higher the yield of rosin. Here are some strains worth trying for pressing:
- Do Si Dos (rosin has a delightful buttery consistency)
- Gorilla Glue (a reliable choice for any consumption method)
- Chem Dawg (or any strain from the Chem lineage)
- Sour strains (such as Sour Cream or Sour Kush)
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