Intro to Rosin
Rosin, a contemporary cannabis concentrate, emerges through a process that relies solely on heat and pressure. This article aims to guide you through the manufacturing of rosin, its diverse consumption methods, and considerations when purchasing, including potency.
How Rosin is Made
All cannabis concentrates involve the separation of oils from plant material, with their final state determined by the processing techniques employed. Rosin, both a method and a product, refers to the translucent, sap-like substance extracted from trichomes in dried cannabis flower, hash, or kief.
Manufacturing Process
While rosin may resemble shatter, it distinguishes itself through an entirely mechanical process, devoid of butane or other solvents. Cannabis buds are placed between two heated plates and pressed, yielding an oil rich in cannabinoids and terpenes within minutes.
Considerations Before Consumption
Rosin proves versatile among cannabis concentrates. It can enhance dried flower in a joint, be vaped using a concentrate-specific vaporiser, or dabbed via a dab rig. For newcomers to cannabis, dabbing is discouraged due to its complexity and potential for strong, immediate effects. Establishing an appropriate dosage for rosin involves personal factors such as weight and recent food intake. Starting with a small amount, less than the size of a lentil, helps mitigate the risk of overconsumption.
Pros and Cons of Consuming Rosin
Distinguished from butane hash oils (BHOs) like shatter, which deploy solvents in production, rosin comprises only pure cannabis. Highly concentrated, rosin demands smaller quantities than dried cannabis flower, escalating the risk of overconsumption. To minimise this risk, Herbdon advises starting with a very small amount, especially when trying a new product. Dabbing or vaping rosin provides a smoke-free alternative to inhaling dried cannabis flower, although associated risks persist.
