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Learn about solvent concentrates
What are solvent-based concentrates?
Solvent-based concentrates are cannabis concentrates made using chemical solvents (such as butane, propane, ethanol, or CO2) to isolate cannabinoids, terpenes, and other valuable compounds from the plant.
They're popular among cannabis enthusiasts because the extraction process typically produces concentrates with higher amounts of THCA (ranging from 50% to 99% or more) compared to solventless concentrates, which use less aggressive extraction methods and have a lower THCA content. When heated, THCA converts into THC, giving concentrates their powerful psychoactive effects.
These concentrates can be produced using different starting materials, influencing the final product's name and quality. For example, when flash-frozen cannabis plant material is used, the result is known as live resin, prized for its rich terpene profile. Other concentrates may be made from dried cannabis flower or trim, and are often labeled based on their texture or consistency, like shatter, badder, or crumble.
Types of solvent-based concentrates:
How to consume solvent-based concentrates
You can consume solvent-based concentrates in several ways:
Popular methods
Dabbing and vaping: Use dab rigs, dab pens, electric rigs, electric nails, nectar collectors, pre-filled vape pens, or concentrate vaporizers
Enhanced flower: Sprinkle concentrates on top of flower in a bowl, joint, blunt, or bong
Ready-made products: Enjoy topicals, edibles, infused pre-rolls, and tinctures
Dabbing and vaping tips
Start small: Use dab doses about the size of a grain of rice or less — concentrates, especially solvent-based ones, are far more potent than traditional flower
Temperature matters:
Low temps (450°F to 520°F): Preserve terpenes, smoother and more flavorful hits, ideal for smaller dabs
Higher temps (above 550°F): More intense effects but can degrade terpenes and feel harsher
Use proper tools: Keep dab tools like scoops, picks, paddles, blades, and spatulas on hand to prevent messes and make dosing easier
Making homemade edibles
Heat first: Always heat concentrates before combining with other ingredients (240°F for about 30 minutes)
Why it matters: This activates the THC — without heating, your edibles will contain THCA, which won't get you high
Pro tip: Start low and adjust based on your dab size and desired experience.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. All live resin is a solvent concentrate, but plenty of solvent concentrates are not live resin.
It’s made by flash-freezing freshly harvested cannabis and extracting the plant’s cannabinoids and terpenes using solvents like butane or propane (often called hydrocarbon extraction). That cold-processing method preserves more of the plant’s natural aroma and flavor, which is why live resin is known for its loud terpene profile and fresh-from-the-plant character.
While live resin is a solvent concentrate, not every solvent concentrate qualifies as live resin. Other concentrates — like shatter, wax, crumble, or distillate — can also be made with solvents, but they’re produced from dried and cured cannabis rather than frozen flower.
While live rosin and live resin products are both made from fresh-frozen cannabis, they differ in extraction method.
Live resin is a solvent-based concentrate typically made using butane or propane to extract cannabinoids from fresh-frozen flower.
Live rosin is a solventless concentrate made by applying heat and pressure to ice water hash that was produced from fresh-frozen cannabis.
Unlike live resin, which uses chemical solvents for extraction, live rosin relies solely on physical methods, making it a highly sought-after option for consumers who prioritize purity and artisanal production. Live rosin is often considered the cleaner and more craft-driven option. Still, it typically comes at a higher price point due to the labor-intensive process and the need for top-tier starting material. In contrast, live resin offers higher yields and can still deliver excellent quality, even when made from mid-grade starting material.
To store live resin concentrates, it's best to keep them in an airtight glass container or zipper storage bags (for short-term storage). For short-term storage, you can leave concentrates at room temperature away from heat or sunlight. For medium-term storage, put them in the refrigerator.
For the long term, put them in the freezer, preferably vacuum sealed. Ensure you freeze and thaw them properly so they don't get contaminated with moisture when you open the jar.
When you're ready to use them, let the jar thaw at room temperature before opening it. Only open the container once it's stopped sweating to avoid introducing moisture and compromising the concentrate's pristine quality.
In short, yes. Solvent-based extraction methods are more aggressive and produce higher yields of cannabinoids and terpenes, resulting in more potent concentrates, often reaching over 90% THC.
Solventless concentrates, which are made with physical extraction methods using ice water, heat, pressure, or agitation, are considered more labor-intensive, selective, and less aggressive. They result in concentrates with lower THC but a better flavor profile.