Lately, there’s been a lot of cannabis culture focus on concentrates. After all, they offer a lot of bang per bong hit. Or a few pulls on your vape pen will get you there - or maybe a drop or two of isolate.

But your personal finances may have you thinking hard about how much wax you can afford. You may worry that your vape cart collection is running dry. Cheap concentrates can help keep you dabbing, even when money is tight. 

At first glance, concentrated weed may seem costly. Compared to flower or edibles, it may look like you’re paying a lot for a little bit of crumble or shatter. But are you comparing apples to apples?

THC levels vary from one kind of cannabis to another. Different strains may have more or less. The strength of edibles can vary depending on the amount of marijuana in them. And, obviously, concentrates imply by their name that they have a lot of cannabinoid kick.

So, how do you know if you’re getting a good deal when spending some green for wax or oil? And what’s the best bet for maximum buzz? Which costs the least?

We’re going to examine extra-strength cannabis closely. We’ll answer the above questions. Then we will leave you with some ways to find great dab deals.

What Different Kinds of Concentrates are There?

The wide variety of waxy weed can be confusing. Generally, they look different from each other. But which is which, and why are they called what they are?

Here is a quick primer on these powerful cannabis solids and liquids.

Shatter is a flat, brittle substance. It tends to be golden yellow in color. It’s easy to dab with because it easily breaks into small, manageable pieces. This makes it popular.

Budder is an amber, soft whipped wax. Because it’s like the spreadable dairy product used in dining, it’s sometimes called butter. It, too, is easy to use, which dabbers like.

Then we have crumble. It is crumbly, hence the name.  The reddish-brown solid has a soft, particulate consistency that makes it very manageable. 

There are pressed waxes like hash or rosin. They vary somewhat in shading from light to dark. Hash is brittle, much like shatter, whereas rosin can be wet and sticky. The latter is gooier to work with but sticks to dab nails nicely.

Resin is a brownish sap. Like rosin, it adheres nicely. 

Resin and rosin both have ‘live’ varieties made from uncured cannabis. Thus, they have more terpenes than dried and cured cannabis products. This increases their potency. 

Vape carts are filled with liquid the color of maple syrup. It only takes a few pulls from a vaporizer to get most people feeling groovy.

Tinctures and isolates tend to be clear. A drop or two under your tongue gives you some sublime stoning.

So, now that you know what’s what, which ones hit the hardest?

How Strong Are Various Concentrates?

When it comes to pure power, is there a variety that looms larger than others?

If you just measure THC alone, all the waxes we listed run up over 90% THC. Same thing with vapes and oil drops. So, they are all pretty stout. But that doesn’t necessarily mean they are all the same. 

Again, terpenes can boost the effects of these solids, so that is a consideration. And, as we noted, there are weed waxes that have more of these supercharging substances.

Live rosin and live resin, using fresher flower, tend to preserve more terpenes. Thus, some consider them stronger and better for dabbing. But they are a bit more complicated to produce and that adds increased cost to the consumer.

Trying some live wax for yourself could help you decide if they are worth the extra money. Drag off a friend’s vape if you want to see if buying one is for you.

Otherwise, 90% THC is pretty powerful. So, any of the other forms will still get you plenty high.

If cost is a concern, then which one should you go with? Is there a less pricy option?

What’s the Least Expensive Concentrated Cannabis?

How can you get your hands on some cheaper concentrates? Well, you could buy some buds and make your own. Sometimes, though, there are costs for specialized equipment. And it is a lot of work.

Since live resin and live rosin are more expensive, you might want to avoid those if funds are tight.

But are there price differences between the others? Not appreciably. 

Concentrates are sold by the gram. Less popular strains or varieties could run $25-40 per gram. Middle-tier toking may range from $50-60. And the top shelf stuff can cost from $70 to over a hundred. 

I gram cartridges can be $45 to $100 apiece, depending on the kind. Gram isolate bottles price out around $30-60. Some do go as high as $100.

Inflation and other economic factors will change the above price points. Consider them approximations. 

Another influence can be the kind of weed your dabs are made from. There are high, medium, and low-end strains of marijuana flower. The more premium the source pot plants, the higher cost the concentrate could have. 

Popularity sometimes plays a part. If your provisioning center can charge you more for a fast-selling variety of wax, they may. Same thing if the source strain is a big seller.

Geography also affects ganja prices. Whether it’s leaf, oils, or waxes, where you live can affect what weed costs. West Coast rates may be higher than those in the Midwest.

So, you understand how pricing works. Now does that mean that bottom-shelf stuff is the only way to get cheap concentrates?

Not at all! Knowing how to find fabulous discounts also saves you money. That’s where Cannasaver comes in!

How To Save When You Buy Concentrates

You can get dabbing ganja deals at just about any dispensary. Wax sales and promotions are commonplace. So are vaping specials. Tinctures and Isolate deals are about, too.

Knowing how to follow the best bargains is crucial to keeping your cannabis costs down. 

You can scout out local dispensaries right here on Cannasaver. That way you don’t have to wait for the discounts to come to you. 

You can use the big search box on the upper left corner of the page. Type away to find the kind of discounts you want. Search shatter, budder, or whatever wax you wish. Look for vaporizer or tincture sales, should that suit you.  Results can be refined to your vicinity.

So, cheap concentrates are within your grasp. Now you know how to find them.

To get you started, here are some sample links to wax specials that will save you some money:

8 1000mg High Potency Vape Cartridges $234.16

Wax & Shatter Deals

Garden Remedies 1:1 Tincture $75 each

$9.95 WAX

Mix & Match Any 8 Gram's Of Live Resin For $158.22

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Cannabis concentrates are becoming a staple to the marijuana industry. With marijuana use increasing around the country, more people are aware of “dabbing” or “dabs” With 7/10 around the corner to celebrate marijuana’s “OIL” products such as wax, shatter,  hash oil, and live resin. Whether you're a newer consumer or an old-school consumer being introduced to the term dabbing, you may have questions.

Dabs come in several different sizes, shapes, and ultimately, forms. Dabbing can reference many kinds of THC concentrates; from shatter to live resin. But today, we’re going to look at my favorite concentrate known as a wax dab.  

The Titular DAB

A dab can essentially be seen as the measurement to which people dose out their marijuana concentrates. Depending on their consistency, these marijuana concentrates are also commonly referred to as wax, shatter, live resin, etc. These kinds of concentrates are heated on a hot surface, a banger/e-nail, and then inhaled through a bong-like device known as a dab rig. The term has been used for about a decade or so. 

Dabs are made by pouring butane over marijuana. This process allows the THC to leave the marijuana plant and dissolve into the butane leaving a gummy, somewhat solid product that contains high amounts of THC.

What is This?! Wax Made From Bees?!

Wax, despite its name, is not made from beeswax. This type of marijuana gets its name from the concentrate’s texture and appearance. Varying between being relatively gooey being incredibly brittle; wax has an opaque appearance that appears throughout.

Depending on moisture, temperature, and techniques used to extract wax; the concentrate can take on many different forms in the outcome. When the wax is a gooier wax, that tends to be a budder. The other end of that breeds consistencies like crumble.

Different Types of Wax

BHO - Butane Hash Oil, extracts various cannabinoids. Extracting wax, using BHO, is a way to cultivate leftover parts on the marijuana plant remaining after trimming; like leaves or stems. This is why it's cheaper and easier to find.

BUDDER - Considered the cleanest and most wanted wax concentrate. Budder closely resembles butter you would put on toast. Budder is smooth in texture and a highly potent concentrate often hitting 90% THC potencies.  The process is a difficult one due to the process requiring strenuous whipping during the extraction process.

CO2 - solvent-free and tends to be pricey. Produced without toxins, while retaining terpene flavors. Extraction is pricey due to needing specialized equipment. But delivers in terpenes and cannabinoids.

CRUMBLE - Crumble is made from BHO. Crumble is made during the process of purging oil in a large vacuum oven. In the process, the extraction develops a soft consistency but maintains an extremely brittle consistency which can crumble when being prepared. Crumble is a favorite for vaporizers.

PHO - Propane Hash Oil, is an extraction method using propane instead of butane. Everything else is pretty much the same. Some people prefer it because it can be made into a pretty good budder (kind of creamy/buttery concentrate) with vigorous whipping. Experienced PHO makers note that, depending on the strain, it’s possible to get more terpenes and fewer residuals by using propane.

WAX -  Resembles honey which is where it gets its name. Wax concentrates have a very high content of THC and other cannabinoids (much higher than regular buds or trim runs) and need to be handled carefully. If you’re not used to vaporizing something so potent, the best advice I can give you is to start slow.

How To Dab That Concentrated Wax

Unlike smoking a bowl, you are going to need a specific set of tools. Tools that will make any wax concentrate cower in fear of you.

TOOLS:

• Dab rig - A small, bong-like smoking apparatus 

• Nectar collector - A straw-like smoking device

• Vape Pen - Concentrate vaporizer

Some consistencies of concentrate are easier to consume using all the various ways. Brittle/crunchy concentrates, like shatter, are easier to smoke when dropped onto a hot banger. It’s also worth noting that the higher the temperature you burn the nail, the much more harsh your smoke will be. When temperatures remain lower, the more flavor and cloud production.

When using a Nectar Collector, specifically designed trays/dishes are a must. These kinds of products are made out of glass, quartz, or silicone. After putting a small dab onto the container, blowtorch the tip of the collector. While heated, drag the hot nail across the wax while sucking through the mouthpiece. 

Health and Dabbing Wax

Dabbing wax is arguably one of the healthiest ways to smoke marijuana, although there haven't been too many studies quite yet. For us, it is a bit lighter on the throat and lungs (depending on how hot you prefer to dab).

Benefits of Dabbing

Cannabis enthusiasts will find some advantages to dabbing if they maintain clean and tested products. Dabbing is known for its quick onset time and lasting powerful effects on the user. For those who deal with chronic pains, use dabbing as a guaranteed way to obtain swift, effective bodily relief.

When properly made, dabs can be a product that’s much easier on the lungs than a typical cannabis flower. When smoking, burnt buds create resin which isn’t great for your lungs. Concentrates tend to destroy most unwanted resins while providing terpenes and other helpful cannabinoids into your body.

Dangers of Dabbing

Now for the bad news. Dabbing is, in fact, more dangerous than normal for the average smoker. To those unfamiliar with dabbing, heating a banger with essentially a flamethrowing lighter may appear dangerously off-putting. Though as tech moves forward, devices like an e-nail are eliminating the use of crazy torches. And trust me, I’ve burned many things (including my actual body) that I most certainly didn’t want or intend to.

Deals on Wax In Denver

The Lodge has two dispensaries locations in downtown Denver.

Current deals on WAX are:

• 8gs of White Moose WAX or SHATTER for $90

• Full Spectrum Diamonds for $15
   

Herbs 4 you is located in the Capitol Hill Area.

Current deals on WAX include:

•  16 carts for $253

Chronic Therapy has a location in Wheat Ridge and Cortez.

Current deals on WAX include: 

• 8 grams of silver tier Wax or Shatter for $120

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