About the Different Kinds of Cannabis Concentrates: Crumble
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Some months ago, we explored the first cannabis concentrate in our series: shatter. The next concentrate we want to share with you has quite the potent effect — it’s called crumble.
Continue reading as we learn all about this powerful extract.
What is Crumbles?
Crumble is an alluring member of the cannabis concentrate family that has taken the cannabis world by storm. It has a dry and powdery consistency with an impressive concentration of cannabinoids, making it a favorite for many. If you were to pick it up with your fingers, it would crumble pretty easily; and that’s where it got its name.
It also has a unique appearance resembling a honeycomb - and that appearance is no accident; it's the result of a meticulous extraction process designed to preserve the plant's essential compounds while ramping up its potency, leaving it as one of the driest forms of concentrate.
Now, you might be wondering: what sets crumble apart from other cannabis concentrates? Let’s get into its origins and extraction methods.
Origins & Extraction
So, how exactly is it made? Skilled extractors employ a variety of extraction methods, each with its own nuances and benefits. The popular techniques that extractors use now involve using solvents like butane or propane to gently coax out the cannabinoids and terpenes from the cannabis plant.
The secret of high quality crumble is in the delicate balance of temperature, pressure, and time, ensuring that the extraction process retains the plant's essence while maximizing its potency, also known as “purging” the wax.
Another method gaining traction in the crumble realm is CO2 extraction. This technique employs carbon dioxide under controlled conditions to extract cannabinoids and terpenes. The result is a clean and pure crumble that retains the intricate flavors and potent compounds of the cannabis plant.
Benefits & Effects of Crumble
So, what about the benefits and effects? The effects can vary depending on the strain, cannabinoid profile, and individual tolerance.
One of the key benefits of crumble lies in its potent concentration of cannabinoids. Packed with THC, CBD, terpenes, and other beneficial compounds, crumble offers an intense and powerful experience.
Whether you're looking to unwind after a long day or just get creative, crumble can provide you with exactly what you’re looking for. Beyond its potency, it also offers therapeutic potential.
Ways to Consume Crumble
Now that you know all about this fascinating concentrate, let’s talk about how you can consume it:
Add it to your joint or bowl:
Crumble can be easily added to your joint by sprinkling it on top of ground cannabis before rolling.
Crumble's consistency allows it to mix well with flower, enhancing the potency and flavor of your joint.
When adding crumble to your joint, ensure it is evenly distributed for consistent effects throughout.
Smoke it out of your dab:
Smoking crumble using a dab rig is another popular method of consumption.
To smoke crumble, you'll need a dab rig, a torch or e-nail to heat the nail, and a dabber tool to handle the crumble.
Heat the nail until it reaches the desired temperature, then place a small amount of crumble onto the heated surface. As it vaporizes, inhale the resulting smoke through the rig.
Add it to an edible recipe:
Crumble can also be incorporated into homemade edibles for oral consumption.
To infuse crumble into an edible, it's recommended to first decarboxylate the concentrate by heating it at a low temperature in the oven.
Once decarboxylated, the crumble can be mixed into recipes that call for infused oils or fats, such as butter or coconut oil, to create potent cannabis-infused edibles.
As with all new cannabis products, always start low and go slow. Considering this concentrate is on the higher end of THC percentages, this rule is especially crucial.
Consume Cannabis: Offering a Full Lineup of Concentrates
Here at Consume, we offer an array of options for concentrates at our locations in Michigan, Arizona, and Illinois, along with many other products. The lineup is fully stacked and we have endless strains to try out. Swing by one of our locations to see for yourself!
As we shared earlier in this blog, crumble is a potent concentrate bursting with terpenes and cannabinoids. It’s of the utmost importance that you are mindful of your consumption - don’t overdo it. Like we said, whenever in doubt: start low and go slow.
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