The Big Problem with Cannabis Distillates
Edibles and vape pens have unique strengths.
Sweet, pure, wholesome cannabis distillates and shatter have gained widespread attention in the marijuana industry since early 2017. The beautiful golden concentrates fetch a premium price in dispensaries around the country due to their distinct advantages over traditional bud and flower:
- They’re easy to vape.
- They’re useful in edible products where a light color is vital.
Many distillates are nearly pure cannabinoids, often containing upward of 95% THC and CBD.
As the therapeutic importance of terpenes has become more well-known, however, many top cannabis companies from Denver to San Francisco have stepped back from extremely potent extracts to ensure that their concentrates have terpenes as well.
The concentration of myrcene, one of the most prevalent terpenes in cannabis, influences whether a particular cannabis strain has a sedative effect or an energizing high. Terpinolene, α-pinene, linalool, limonene, and others have beneficial effects on anxiety, cancer, inflammation, and epilepsy.
It’s not news to most insiders that THC and CBD aren’t the only kids on the block. There are a number of other cannabinoids with medicinal properties that treat…
