Alex Yeager
Alex Yeager is a California-born cannabis writer who learned the plant before the modern cannabis industry took shape. Raised on the Monterey Peninsula with roots in the pre-helicopter grow days of Big Sur, he’s spent more than a decade covering strains, science, and cannabis politics with a practiced skepticism for hype and official stories. When he’s not making pottery or riding trails, he’s still chasing the same thing — what’s real, what works, and what doesn’t survive scrutiny.
170 Contributions
Showing page 16 of 17
The different types of solventless concentrates: rosin, ice water hash, and more
Rosin, ice water hash, and dry sift all fall under solventless concentrates, but they are not interchangeable. Each is made differently, graded differently, and priced differently. Those differences show up in texture, flavor expression, melt quality, and overall experience. Understanding how solventless concentrates are produced...
Read More
A history of solventless concentrates: From traditional hash to modern rosin
Modern solventless culture was built on an old obsession: separating pure cannabis resin from everything that gets in the way of flavor, melt, and potency. Long before modern rosin presses and micron bags, cannabis resin was collected by hand along trade routes stretching through Central...
Read More
Terpenes in cannabis concentrates: why they matter
Terpenes in cannabis concentrates are aromatic compounds that shape flavor, aroma, and the overall experience of a product. In concentrates, these compounds can become more pronounced, influencing how a product tastes, smells, and feels, often as much as or more than THC percentage alone. In...
Read More
Why cannabis drinks feel more predictable than edibles: A metabolic perspective
Edibles often produce inconsistent experiences. The same dose can feel mild one time and significantly stronger another, even under similar conditions. Cannabis drinks tend to deliver more consistent timing and intensity, though individual responses still vary. That difference stems from where and how cannabinoids are...
Read More
The best cannabis concentrates for beginners
Cannabis concentrates pack 2-6 times more THC than flower, making your first choice absolutely critical: Flower typically ranges 15-30% THC. Concentrates range 60-95% THC. The right beginner-friendly options let you ease into this potent world safely. Here's what smart beginners prioritize: Rather than chasing the...
Read More
The top live rosin strains to try in 2026
Live rosin lives or dies by genetics. Some strains produce vibrant, terpene-rich rosin with clean melts and layered flavor, while others fall flat no matter how skilled the extractor is. In 2026, advances in breeding and hash-focused cultivation have made that difference more pronounced than...
Read More
THC percentage vs cannabis quality: Why higher THC doesn't mean better flower
Somewhere along the way, cannabis got reduced to a scoreboard. If the number's higher, it must be better — right? That's the logic. But if you're shopping based on THC percentage alone, you're missing most of what actually determines quality. THC is only one compound...
Read More
Why percolator bongs hit smoother: a deep dive into cannabis filtration technology
A percolator bong (often called a “perc bong”) is a water pipe designed with one or more internal glass structures that diffuse weed smoke into smaller bubbles. This added diffusion cools the smoke more quickly and filters out harsh particles, resulting in lower temperatures, cleaner...
Read More
Why voltage matters in cannabis vape pens: Thermal degradation vs. flavor preservation
If a cannabis vape tastes burnt or loses flavor quickly, voltage can be the reason. When the voltage runs too high, heat can degrade compounds responsible for flavor, aroma, and effects, which can change how the experience feels. That process, known as thermal degradation, changes...
Read More
The ultimate guide to cannabis concentrates: what you need to know
Cannabis concentrates pack 3-9 times more THC than flower, which is exactly why proper dosing matters. These potent extracts offer precise effects and better value per dose, though many newcomers avoid them due to intimidation and misinformation. Here's what transforms concentrate confusion into confidence: Of...
Read MoreThe information contained in this site is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as medical or legal advice.