What is Cannabis Budder?

Cannabis Budder, or sometimes called badder, is a solvent or rosin-based concentrate that has been whipped into a consistency similar to that of a creamy cake frosting. This consistency is created through specific temperature and agitation during the extraction process. Budder is typically soft and has excellent terpene retention, making it popular among cannabis flavor connoisseurs. Cannabis budder’s creamy frosting-like consistency makes it one of the easiest concentrates to work with, especially for those new to the dabbing world.

• Consistency: smooth, whipped texture, easily malleable
• Flavor: great terpene profile flavors
• Potency: dependent on strain, typically ranges from 65% - 80% THC
• Appearance: creamy, light golden or yellow coloration
• Storage & Shelf Life: silicone container to protect from heat, short shelf life
• Method of use: Dab rigs, vape, bong, Twaxing, edibles

What is Hash?

Cannabis Hash or also known as hashish, refers to the extract that is expelled from the plant’s compressed resin glands (known as trichomes). Hash does not need solvents to be produced. The most common method is compressing the cannabis plants' flowers and leaves, or the newest method using ice and water, known as “Bubble Hash”. These methods will produce a sticky resin in a paste-like form. Hash can range in color from golden to brown, sought after by many connoisseurs for its higher level of THC, with ranges of 40% - 80%, depending on the strain.

• Consistency: sticky, soft, or hard texture
• Flavor: rich terpene profile, typically earthy or spicy
• Potency: dependent on strain, ranges from 40% - 80% THC
• Appearance: brown or darker greenish in color, dependent on the method used for extraction. When using ice and water extraction, the hash will be more golden in color and rich in terpenes.
• Storage & Shelf life: glass air-tight jar in a cool, dark place, long shelf life
• Method of use: bowl, vape, dab rig, Hot knives

What is Shatter?

Cannabis Shatter or also known as BHO or butane hash oil, is a glass-like concentrate. Typically see-through with an amber or golden color, and easily broken or “shattered” into pieces resembling glass. Shatter is produced by using propane or butane extraction and is considered to be a potent cannabis concentrate with a potency range of 60% - 90%. Shatter is popular and sought by cannabis connoisseurs for the convenience of dabbing and its high potency.

• Consistency: solid, glass-like, translucent, brittle
• Flavor: rich terpene profile, unique
• Potency: strain dependent, typically 60% - 90% THC
• Appearance: golden or honey color
• Storage & Shelf Life: glass or silicone container in fridge or freezer, long shelf life
• Method of use: dab rig, on top of flower, edibles

What is Wax?

Wax is similar to shatter with its high THC levels and potency, but can be a more crumbly, gooey consistency, much like hardened or dry honey. This consistency comes from slight differences in the way it's produced; Wax is usually solvent-based and whipped into a solid consistency, but it loses terpene profiles during the whipped process. Aside from the different appearance and consistency, wax is considered one of the easier concentrates to use.

• Consistency: soft, crumbly wax or honey
• Flavor: not rich in terpene flavors
• Potency: dependent on strain, 60% - 90% THC
• Appearance: gold or golden honey color
• Storage & Shelf Life: air-tight container in a cool, dark place, long shelf life
• Method of Use: smoking, vaping, on top of flower

What are Diamonds?

Diamonds are a type of cannabis concentrate that is known for its purity and high THC content. Diamonds are made by solventless extraction methods. Using this method, THCA is crystallized and separated by using pressure and time. As we know, THC diamonds are more accurately known as “THCA diamonds” because THCA is THC acid, the precursor to THC, the most potent and intoxicating cannabinoid found in cannabis. THCA converts into THC after being exposed to high temperatures when smoked.

• Consistency: solid crystal-like chunks, resembling diamonds
• Flavor: no flavor unless terps are added
• Potency: extremely potent, dependent on strain, 90% - 99% THCA
• Appearance: clear resembles diamonds, can shine or sparkle
• Storage & Shelf Life: air-tight container in a cool, dark place, long shelf life
• Method of Use: smoking, dabbing, vaping, or on top of flower

When it comes to cannabis derivatives, there are many things to consider, from potency, usage, process methods, appearance, to storage and shelf life. We strive to further educate you on the next time you are considering consuming one of these derivatives, or want to know more about how they are made or work. At North Star Canna, we are here to educate our consumers and cover any topics or questions they may encounter. Check back on our website for more articles to come.

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