Alcohol Extraction

One of the numerous methods of creating cannabis concentrate involves soaking the flower in food-grade alcohol for a specific duration, followed by straining the mixture. The remaining liquid is then heated gently to evaporate the alcohol while retaining the cannabinoids. It’s crucial to note that while this process can be relatively accessible, it can also be unsafe if not executed properly. Therefore, it is important to follow a reliable recipe when attempting to produce concentrates at home. The concentrate produced through this method is not suitable for smoking or dabbing, but it can be highly useful for creating edibles.

Blunt

Another popular choice among cannabis enthusiasts is the blunt. Blunts are larger than joints and spliffs, and they can be easily identified by their color and texture. They are rolled using tobacco leaf wraps, although tobacco-free alternatives are also available in the market. Blunts are characterized by their thickness, aromatic nature, and slower burn compared to joints and spliffs.

Bong/Bubbler/Water Pipe

The market offers a variety of bongs, some of which may be labeled as “Bubbler” or “Water Pipe.” However, it’s important not to be confused by these names. Ultimately, they are all types of glass smoking pieces known as bongs. Bongs utilize water to filter out impurities and cool down the smoke before it reaches the mouth. Essentially, bongs are larger pipes that incorporate water filtration.

Broad Spectrum

An extraction process that pulls the majority of cannabinoids and terpenes from the plant, while removing any traces of THC. This term is typically used when referring to CBD products.

Budder

Budder is a cannabis concentrate known for its soft and smooth texture. It has a loose and oily consistency and is often referred to as BHO (butane hash oil). Budder is a cannabis concentrate that shares a texture and consistency similar to butter, hence its name. Its intermediate state between solid and liquid makes budder a popular choice for dab rigs. The malleable texture allows for precise control when scooping the desired amount onto a dabbing tool. Consequently, budder is often recommended as an ideal starting point for individuals who are new to dabbing, as it offers a user-friendly experience.

Burn One

The act of smoking weed. “Burn one” can be used colloquially to mean consuming cannabis in any form, but more specifically refers to the combustion of a small-to-moderate amount of pot often rolled up into a joint.

Cannabinoids

A class of diverse, naturally occurring chemical compounds found in the cannabis plant that influence the endocannabinoid system. These include THC, CBD, CBN, and hundreds of others. More about cannabinoids

Cannabis

A plant that is native to certain mountainous regions of the world. It has been used for thousands of years for its medicinal and intoxicating properties. More about cannabis

Cartridge

Also referred to as a “cart,” a cartridge is a small container filled with cannabis extracts/oils that are made to mimic specific strains. Cartridges are used for vaping and are attached to a battery before use.

These cartridges are designed to be directly attached to a battery, which heats a coil or wick, allowing the oil inside the cartridge to vaporize for inhalation.

Available in a range of strains and flavors, individuals who opt for this method are likely to discover their favorite or preferred choices. More about cartridges

Caryophyllene

Caryophyllene is a naturally occurring terpene found in many plants, including cannabis. It gives spices like pepper and cinnamon their spicy flavors.

CBD

Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of many cannabinoids produced by the cannabis plant, second only to THC in abundance. CBD is not psychoactive. More about CBD

Chillum

Sometimes known as a “one-hitter,” a chillum is a small pipe used to consume small amounts of cannabis flower.

CO2 Oil

A broad term for cannabis concentrates that are made by using CO2 as a solvent to extract terpenes, cannabinoids, and other flavorful compounds.

Concentrates

Refers to highly potent cannabis extracts like wax, budder, shatter, etc. They’re produced by extracting cannabinoids and terpenes from cannabis flower in a variety of solvent-based and solventless methods.

Concentrates are extracted substances from the cannabis plant that deliver a significantly more potent high. Through the use of solvents, the most desirable components of the plant are extracted while maintaining their consumable state for vaporization and inhalation when heat is applied. Concentrates come in diverse forms, spanning a range of viscosities from liquid to solid.

They can be consumed through various methods that involve intense heat, such as using advanced vaporizing rigs or rolling up a coil of wax into a joint. More about concentrates

Cone

A type of rolling paper that comes in the shape of a cone that can be filled with ground cannabis flower.

Crumble

Crumble is a type of wax concentrate that appears crumbly and almost crunchy compared to shatter and budder. It can be likened to the difference between soft and crunchy peanut butter.

Dab Rig

A dab rig is essentially a smaller bong specifically designed for cannabis concentrates. It features specialized tools like bangers that allow you to heat them with a torch, and then load your concentrate to produce instant vapor.

The term “dabbing” refers to the action of taking a hit from a dab rig, which involves smoking cannabis concentrates.

Decarboxylation

The process of exposing cannabis flower to heat or light to activate the cannabinoids. Once heated, the molecular structure shifts and turns inactive compounds into active cannabinoids like CBD and THC.

Delta-8 THC

A cannabinoid that is found in trace amounts in the cannabis plant. It can have intoxicating effects, but it isn’t as strong as the more common Delta-9 THC.

Diamonds

A cannabis concentrate that has a crystal, diamond-like appearance. It’s also known as THCA diamonds or THC crystals. Crystalline formations are often observed in certain sauce-like concentrates.

These structures, known as diamonds, have a tendency to develop at the bottom of extract containers. Although diamonds can possess high potency, they require decarboxylation (decarb) to become effective.

While some individuals prefer to solely dab using diamonds, others enjoy combining them with liquidy concentrates for a more intensified experience.

Dispensary

A dispensary is a state-licensed retail location where medical marijuana patients and/or 21+ customers can purchase legal cannabis.

Distillate

A highly refined cannabis concentrate that removes everything except the desired cannabinoid, typically THC. More about THC distillate

Edibles

Produced by infusing a product with cannabis concentrate or cannabutter, edibles can range from baked goods and chocolate bars to drinks and capsules. More about edibles

Eighth

A standard weight measurement of cannabis flower that refers to an eighth of an ounce. This amount equals about 3.5 grams.

Endocannabinoid System

The endocannabinoid system is a biological system made up of receptors found in the central and peripheral nervous systems. These receptors are primarily responsible for maintaining homeostasis between the body’s many physiological and psychological processes.

Cannabinoids like THC and CBD interact with these receptors to produce a variety of effects.

Entourage Effect

A term used to describe the physiological synergy of combining compounds such as terpenes and cannabinoids to create the full cannabis experience.

Flavonoids

A naturally occurring compound found in many plant products, fruits, and vegetables. Flavonoids contribute to the unique flavors of cannabis flower.

Flower

The flowering part of the cannabis plant that is used to make a variety of cannabis products.

Full spectrum

Products made by extracting all of the components of the actual cannabis plant, including cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids, to create a whole-strain experience.

Hash

Hash is kief that has been pressed into a cohesive ball or square. It retains the potency of loose kief but is easier to smoke.

Hybrid

A combination of two or more different strains of cannabis. Cross-breeding cannabis plants have turned most strains into hybrids–some sativa-dominant and some indica-dominant. More about hybrids

Ice Wax

Ice wax extracts are a type of solventless extract that involves cooling cannabis with ice to agitate and separate trichomes from the plant, allowing for the filtering process. Ice wax is known for the way that it melts when heated and for its powder-like appearance as opposed to the more oily appearance of extracts made with solvents. It’s considered to be one of the most potent forms of solventless extract, and its quick and easy method of production lends well to DIY projects.

Indica

A cannabis species that is native to Central Asia and the Hindu Kush Mountain Range. Indica plants are short and have thick, bushy leaves.

Interpening

The art of interpreting terpenes through smell. Interpening helps cannabist connoisseurs evaluate flower quality and predict its effects. Its a solution to an industry problem whereas a cannabis interpener can identify quality without a lab test or description to aid them in identification.

A cannabis interpener is very similar to how a sommelier tastes, smells, and evaluates wine.

Joint

The joint stands as the quintessential and most traditional method of consuming cannabis. It consists of rolling papers, finely ground flower, and usually a filter. Joints have earned various nicknames such as Js, doobies, pinners, and more.

When joints are pre-rolled and purchased from a dispensary, they are often referred to as pre-rolls.

Kief

Kief refers to the powdery and crystalline substance that separates from the buds.

Kief possesses a remarkably high potency, even stronger than the flower itself. Kief can be pressed into hash, used in food, or sprinkled on top of flower. Kief is the concentrated accumulation of resin powder. It serves as a potent addition to any cannabis consumption, containing high levels of THC and terpenes.

Most cannabis buds possess a coating of kief, which can be extracted through various methods. One method involves freezing and shaking the buds to separate the kief. Alternatively, grinding the plant matter in a grinder with a specialized compartment, known as a “kief catcher,” equipped with a fine mesh screen allows the kief to pass through and be collected.

Live Resin

Live resin is a cannabis concentrate obtained by extracting the essential oils from freshly-harvested and frozen plants using solvents like butane or propane.

Live resin is a type of concentrate obtained from freshly harvested cannabis plants that have not undergone the curing process. It derives its name from the fact that its aroma and flavor closely resemble that of a live cannabis plant more than any other extract. This method of extraction also yields a viscous consistency that is highly favored for dabbing purposes.

Live Rosin

Live rosin is a cannabis concentrate extracted from freshly-harvested and frozen plants without the use of chemical solvents.

Microdosing

The act of ingesting small amounts of cannabis products to experience the benefits without the possible intoxication. More about microdosing

MSO

MSO stands for “Multi State Operator” and pertains to large cannabis dispensary organizations that span many states where cannabis is legalized either for medical use, recreational sue, or both. Some of these organizations are worth over a billion dollars, such as Curaleaf and Colombia Care.

Myrcene

The most abundant terpene in cannabis, Myrcene is also found in mangos.

Nugs / Buds

Nugs, also known as buds, are playful terms used to describe the cannabis flower obtained from a dispensary or harvested from a plant. Nugs and buds are essentially clusters of cannabis flower that have formed in a distinct shape. These buds are broken apart for grinding and smoking purposes.

Onset

Time Refers to the amount of time it takes for the effects to become noticeable after consuming cannabis.

Ounce

A standard weight measurement of cannabis flower that equals about 28 grams.

Pinene

Pinene is a common cannabis terpene, also found in pine trees.

Pipe

Pipes represent one of the most traditional methods of smoking weed. They resemble the classic tobacco smoking pipes often seen in old movies. Nowadays, pipes come in various unique designs, making them even more relevant.

They offer a convenient way to smoke cannabis without the need for water filtration or rolling papers.

Popcorn

Small cannabis flower buds about the size of a kernel of popcorn that grow closer to the plant’s stem.

Pre-roll

A marijuana “joint” that is already rolled and sold in dispensaries.

Quarter

A standard weight measurement of cannabis flower that refers to a quarter of an ounce. This amount equals about 7 grams.

Rolling Paper

Thin sheets of paper made from plant-based fibers that are used to create pre-rolls, or “joints.”

Rolling Tray

A flat surface used to create pre-rolls, or “joints,” designed to collect extra flower that falls out during the rolling process.

Sativa

A cannabis species that is native to several tropical regions around the world. These plants are tall with long, thin leaves. More about sativa

Shake

Loose pieces of plant material that collect at the bottom of a bag or container of cannabis as a result of regular handling and movement.

Shatter

Shatter is a cannabis concentrate that resembles a piece of brittle, yellow glass, indicating its tendency to break like glass. Shatter is a type of concentrate that typically has a solid and brittle texture, resembling sharp, fragmented shards.

It is commonly produced as a single large sheet of concentrate, which is then broken into smaller, consumable pieces.

Shatter exhibits greater stability at higher temperatures compared to butter and other extract consistencies. As a result, many individuals prefer to dab shatter at higher temperatures than those used for live resin or rosin.

Solvent

Extraction method that utilizes chemicals like BHO to separate THC from the cannabis flower when making concentrates.

Solventless

Extraction method that does not use chemicals to create concentrates.

Spliff

While many mistakenly use the term “spliff” to describe a regular joint, it is actually a distinct type of roll. Spliffs are rolled in the same manner as joints, but they contain a mixture of tobacco and ground flower. The combination of these two components creates an immediate head rush and a quick high.

Strain

Refers to the specific characteristics of a cultivar of cannabis, including the shape, color, taste, aroma, and effects of cannabis.

Sugar

A cannabis concentrate with the consistency of wet sugar.

Sungrown

Sungrown cannabis refers to the cultivation of cannabis flowers outdoors, utilizing the natural sunlight instead of indoor setups with LED or other artificial lighting systems. This method of cultivation often results in cannabis with lower THC levels but a more comprehensive range of cannabinoids, offering a full-spectrum experience.

Sungrown cannabis is particularly popular in Mediterranean climates like Vancouver, BC, Southern Oregon, and the renowned Humboldt Triangle.

THC

Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the famous, intoxicating cannabinoid largely responsible for the “high” associated with using cannabis. More about THC

Terpenes

Terpenes are fragrant oils secreted from the resin glands of many types of plants and flowers – including cannabis – that provide aromatic diversity.

Tincture

A liquid cannabis product that can be ingested directly or added to food and drinks. More about tinctures

Topical

A cannabis-infused cream, lotion, oil, or balm that is applied to and absorbed through the skin.

Torch

A tool that uses propane to produce a consistent flame, usually used to heat concentrates.

Trichome

The tiny outgrowths that cover the buds and leaves of the cannabis plant that contain the many cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids that contribute to the plant’s flavor and effect. More about trichomes

Vaporizer

A device that uses heat to turn the active compounds in cannabis flower into vapor that can be inhaled.

Wax

A type of cannabis concentrate that resembles the texture of candle wax. Depending on consistency, wax can also be called sugar, budder, or crumble.