Hash Rosin - What is it?
Hash rosin is rosin that’s been pressed from ice water extraction hash, or bubble hash. Hash rosin is a more refined version of rosin because the cannabis material first undergoes an ice water extraction before the rosin extraction process begins.
The main benefits hash rosin offers is the overall quality, clarity, and potency of the finished product. Hash rosin has a cleaner flavour profile and often gives a more pronounced effect. It offers the highest levels of potency and is less contaminated (with unwanted plant compounds) than flower rosin.
Hash rosin generally has a lighter colour as well, which is a benchmark that many consumers use to gauge quality. While not always the most important indicator of overall elite quality, rosin that’s lighter in hue is generally more desirable.
Hash rosin is also perfect for creating rosin jam, or sauce. With a warm cure you can cause the THC to nucleate, or crash out, and what you're left with is a delectable consistency that's a pure joy to dab.
The standout quality of hash rosin comes at a price, as the additional steps to ultra-refinement require more time, a deep knowledge of process, and an artist's touch.
Benefits
Hash Rosin has some benefits that you probably didn’t know about!
Hash Rosin contains zero residual solvents. While it looks identical to other cannabis concentrates, it is completely solventless. It is pure and organic.
Hash Rosin offers a higher potency than other cannabis products. It is highly concentrated with THC levels of 80-99%. The rich cannabinoid and terpene content of hash rosin make it a popular choice among consumers and patients. Less product is needed for the same desired effects.
Pure and potent, hash rosin is economical and practical. It is also a cleaner option when processed properly because there are no additives.
Hash rosin is fast acting. A single dab of hash rosin provides a large dose of cannabinoids quickly. You would need to smoke 3-4 times the amount to get the same quantity of cannabinoids as dabbing hash rosin.
With Hash Rosin, a little bit goes a long way. The strong effects take hold swiftly so it’s best to dose a small amount at a time.
How to Use Hash Rosin
Hash Rosin is dabbed like many other concentrates are commonly consumed, in a dab rig, e-rig or a dab pen. It is typically done at a low temperature. Hash Rosin doesn’t need as much heat as other dabs, and low temperatures will preserve it’s terpene profile and flavour.
Some users also dry out hash rosin to sprinkle onto a bowl or a joint for an added kick.
Storage
The best way to store your Hash rosin is in a small, air-tight glass container. Standard concentrate containers can hold up to about a gram at a time, maximizing freshness and minimizing the amount of air that gets into the container. Exposure to the air gradually degrades the hash rosin, making it less potent and stripping it of it’s valuable terpenes.
Most regular users store their rosin at room temperature without any significant degradation, but those who use concentrates less frequently will find that it’s best kept in the fridge.
You can freeze it for long-term storage, but you’ll likely notice some degradation over time. Its important to never open a freezer rosin container until it thaws, as condensation can form inside and cause the rosin to rot prematurely.
