Extraction Methods and Product Types

The world of concentrates encompasses numerous extraction techniques, each producing distinct textures, potencies, and flavor profiles. At Somerset Green, we’re continuously working to expand our wide selection of brands to ensure our customers have access to the full spectrum of concentrate options available in today’s market. Our staff takes pride in understanding these different processes, allowing us to guide you toward products that align with your specific needs and preferences.

Solvent-based extractions utilize substances like butane, propane, or CO2 to separate cannabinoids and terpenes from plant material. Shatter, one of the most recognizable concentrates, gets its name from its glass-like consistency that can literally shatter when broken. This amber-colored extract undergoes specific temperature and pressure conditions during production, resulting in its distinctive translucent appearance. Distillate represents the pinnacle of refinement in solvent-based extraction, undergoing multiple purification processes to achieve THC concentrations often exceeding 90%. This nearly pure cannabinoid extract serves as the foundation for many vape cartridges and edibles, offering versatility in consumption methods.

Premium Solventless Options

For those seeking the purest expression of the cannabis plant, solventless concentrates offer an artisanal alternative that preserves the full spectrum of cannabinoids and terpenes without introducing any foreign substances. Rosin has emerged as a favorite among purists, created through the application of heat and pressure to cannabis flower or hash. This mechanical separation technique produces a golden, sap-like substance that retains the strain’s original terpene profile, delivering authentic flavors that truly capture the essence of the source material.

Live resin represents another premium category that has gained tremendous popularity among our customers. This concentrate is produced from fresh-frozen cannabis plants, harvested at peak ripeness and immediately frozen to preserve the living plant’s terpene profile. The resulting extract captures flavors and aromas typically lost during the traditional drying and curing process, offering an exceptionally flavorful and aromatic experience that many consider the closest representation of consuming fresh cannabis flower.

Consumption Methods and Benefits

Our very friendly staff understands that choosing the right consumption method is just as important as selecting the concentrate itself. We take time to explain the various options available, ensuring you feel confident and comfortable with your choices. As owners who are actively working in our dispensary and not just behind the scenes, we’re here to provide that personal touch that makes all the difference. Go green, feel serene – this philosophy extends to helping you discover the optimal way to incorporate concentrates into your routine.

• Dabbing involves vaporizing concentrates on a heated surface, typically using a specialized glass rig or electronic device, providing instant and potent effects
• Vaporizing through portable pens offers discretion and convenience, perfect for on-the-go consumption without the equipment requirements of traditional dabbing
• Adding to flower allows users to enhance their traditional smoking experience by topping bowls or mixing concentrates into joints
• Oral consumption becomes possible with certain concentrates like distillate, which can be added directly to food or beverages

The efficiency of concentrates extends beyond potency advantages. Many medical patients appreciate the rapid onset of effects when vaporizing concentrates, providing quick relief for acute symptoms. The reduced volume of material needed also means less irritation to the respiratory system compared to smoking larger amounts of flower. Our customer-focused approach means we’re always available to discuss how different concentrate options might address your specific wellness goals, creating that personal connection we strive to build with all our Edison, Franklin Township, Highland Park, Milltown, New Brunswick, North Brunswick residents.