How To Smoke Live Resin

The cannabis world is like an endless sea, where the deeper you go, the more magnificent and unique things you will come across. From a bud arose kief, oils, concentrates, dabs, wax, and the list goes on and on. This article will discuss a unique cannabis by-product: live resin.

Live resin is a newcomer to the world of cannabis concentrates, with a distinct manufacturing process that distinguishes it from other concentrates on the market. Because this is such a unique product, it is only natural for users to have a variety of questions about its use and benefits. If you have some live resin and don't know how to smoke it, this article will teach you everything you want to know about this new concentrate and provide you with some smoking tips.

What Is Live Resin?

Live resin is a cannabis concentrate made using a proprietary technique and gets its name from the freshness of the cannabis plant. Live resin was invented in 2013 by William "Kind Bill" Fenger and Jason "Giddy Up" Emo, a cannabis cultivator and extraction laboratory founder who worked with cannabis plants on a daily basis.

In contrast to the majority of cannabis products, live resin is never heated during the manufacturing process. The extract, in fact, is made from plant material that has not been dried or cured. On the contrary, live resin is created by extracting THC from fresh cannabis flowers. This method is used to recover all terpenes lost during the drying and curing processes. Because of its high terpene content, live resin is popular among cannabis smokers.

How Is Live Resin Made?

Before we begin, please remember that this procedure is carried out in a highly professional setting, and please do not attempt it at home by yourself.

The cannabis plant material - the bud and the sugar leaves - is harvested and flash-frozen as the first step. This is accomplished by gradually immersing it in a cold insulating cylinder filled with liquid nitrogen or by placing it in a cooler with dry ice/frozen carbon dioxide on the bottom. The ideal temperature for the cooler method is determined to be -40 degrees Fahrenheit (also -40 degrees Celsius).

The solvent in the live resin process is typically liquefied petroleum gas, such as butane or propane. Ethanol and carbon dioxide are also used in some cases, but they are less common. The following five steps are typically involved in the production of live resin:

• Fill the material column with the frozen plant material
• Cool the solvent
• To make the solution, pass the solvent over the material
• Apply only a little amount of heat to the solution to aid in the vaporization of the solvent
• Chill the solvent tank to recondense the vapors

The temperature of the vacuum purge is a critical difference between the live resin process and other types of extractions. This is done to keep the essential oils as concentrated as possible and prevent evaporation.

How To Smoke Live Resin?

Dabbing With Dab Rig

Because live resin is a concentrate, the most common way to consume it is to dab it. Dabbing is a relatively simple method for experienced cannabis users, in which you place the dab on a heated bowl and inhale the vapor. Let me explain dabbing to you if you're not familiar with it.

Dabbing concentrates requires specialized equipment known as a dab rig, which is a water pipe with a banger. The banger is constructed from a material that can withstand high temperatures without succumbing. This is different from using glass bowls used in bong to smoke flowers.

The concentrate is picked up with a dab spoon and placed on the heated nail. It is recommended to use a spoon-shaped tip instead of a flat-tipped dabber for live resin. Now, heat the nail using a torch lighter, typically butane lighters. It should be noted that a very hot nail will burn the live resin and its flavor and essence. On the other hand, a cold nail can not completely vaporize it. The ideal temperature ranges between 315 and 400 degrees Fahrenheit (about 157 to 204 degrees Celsius)

When the heated nail is ready, use the dab tool to scoop the live resin and place it on it. It will vaporize, at which point you should inhale it through the other end, also known as a mouthpiece.

Vaping With Dab Pen, Nectar Collector, Or Live Resin Cartridge

Vaping is another ideal choice for consuming live resin. You have the option of using a vape pen or a nectar collector. Vapes, like dab rigs, use the same method of heating the coil and vaporizing the concentrate. Though most people prefer dabbing concentrate to vaping it, it is still viable for all vape enthusiasts.

In addition to regular vapes, you can save time by using a live resin cartridge, attaching it to a battery, and smoking it: no need to load and all that.

Sprinkling On Bowls Or Joints

If you're used to smoking dried flowers, the terpene-rich live resin can provide a stronger high. When using a bong, simply sprinkle it on your packed bowl of flowers. Just make sure you don't light it and burn it the first time. You can, on the other hand, wrap it around your joint or blunt. You can even develop a slew of new ways to consume it.

How To Store Live Resin?

Storing is an important part of live resin because you want to keep the aromatic flavor and taste of the concentrate for as long as possible. To begin, keep it away from heat, light, moisture, and open air.

It is recommended that it be stored in an airtight container to prevent degradation and maintain its consistency and texture. Glass or silicone concentrate storage jars are the best choice for preserving cannabinoids and terpenes. Silicone is more commonly used because the sticky concentrate can be easily scraped off.

Light and temperature are critical in the breakdown of the resin. As a result, you should understand how to store it properly. Place the concentrate container in a cool place, such as a refrigerator or a cold room away from direct sunlight. Make sure your container is airtight, as open-air can cause it to lose its potency and even change its color, texture, and taste.

Conclusion

If you want to improve your smoking experience, live resin is worth a shot! Whether you're dabbing, using vape pens and cartridges, or topping off your joint or bowl, smoking live resin is a great way to get high. The possibilities are limitless.