Live resin is a hemp concentrate making waves in the hemp industry with its potent effects and rich flavor profile. It is produced through a distinct extraction process that involves harvesting fresh hemp plants and freezing them to preserve their compounds.
The word resin might remind you of rosin, and it may come as no surprise when we say that the two are very much alike—concentrated hemp extracts used to make various recreational products. The only difference is that live resin uses solvents. Today’s blog focuses on live resin, answering some of your most-asked questions.
How is Live Resin Made?
The Habit live resin extraction process is solventless. The goal is to capture the full flavor and potency of fresh, uncured hemp without using chemicals—just purity! Here’s how we do it:
- Fresh Freezing: We flash-freeze hemp right after harvest to preserve terpenes and cannabinoids.
- Ice Water Hash: The frozen material is agitated in ice water to separate trichome heads (where the good stuff is).
- Collection & Drying: The separated trichomes (hash) are collected and freeze-dried.
- Rosin Pressing: The dried hash is then pressed under heat and pressure to extract pure oil—giving you pure, solventless live resin.
How Are Live Resin and Terpenes Related?
What are terpenes? They are organic compounds found in plants like hemp, especially conifers and citrus trees. They are highly aromatic and determine the smell of plants.
Terpenes are prominent in live resin, as the extraction process preserves the fresh, frozen plants. The resulting concentrate imitates the natural flavors and aromas of the original plant material.
Is Live Resin Full-Spectrum?
Full spectrum means a hemp extract consisting of various cannabinoids, terpenes, and other natural compounds of the plant. Live resin is considered a full-spectrum extract because it comes from fresh and frozen plants, which retain more cannabinoids and terpenes than traditional extracts made from dried and cured plants.
What Are the Benefits of Live Resin?
Live resin’s unique solventless extraction process and composition offer a range of potential benefits. However, there is a need for extensive research to understand them.
- Enhanced Aroma and Flavor: Live resin preserves the plant’s terpene profile, creating a concentrate with a real, more prominent aroma and flavor compared to other extracts.
- Potency and Efficacy: Live resin is rich in concentrated cannabinoids like THC and CBD. Since it is concentrated, a tiny amount can produce the desired effects.
- Versatile Consumption: Dabbing, vaping, or adding it to joints or pipes works perfectly with live resin, allowing users to choose a method based on their preferences.
- Potential Wellness: Consumers report experiencing temporary or reduced relief from physical discomfort and worries, although individual experiences may vary.
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Are There Different Types of Live Resin Concentrates?
Yes, live resin comes in different forms, catering to different preferences and consumption methods. Common types include:
- Live Badder: The most common type, badder sounds like what it is – a concentrate with a cake batter-type consistency and a soft texture that is easy to handle. Live badder achieves this consistency due to whipping or agitation during the purging.
- Live Budder: Badder and budder have the same purging, which involves whipping or agitation. Like badder, budder, too, has a soft consistency, but it’s more like butter.
- Live Sugar: It has a crystalline texture that feels like wet sugar granules. Live sugar retains a high THC concentration, approximately up to 70%. So, it is one of the most potent forms of hemp.
- Live Resin Cartridges: These are pre-filled cartridges with live resin extract used to vape. Attach one to a compatible vape battery for convenient consumption.
- Live Resin Vapes: Ready when you are—these disposables come pre-loaded with live resin extract for smooth, flavorful hits anytime, anywhere. No refills, no hassle, just pure satisfaction.
The Takeaway
hemp concentrates like live resin are beyond a trend—they are ever-evolving. With its rich cannabinoid and terpene profile, an extract like resin offers various potential benefits and versatility few can match. Dabbing and vaping are ideal ways to enjoy them, and they cater to different preferences and consumption methods. If you’re looking to explore live resin products, visit the HabitCBD website and find what suits your needs the best.