Distillate is a form of cannabis concentrate in which all of the plant compounds, except a specific cannabinoid (typically CBD or THC), are removed. In its pure form - before adding terpenes, distillate usually lacks any flavor or aroma. Distillate is the primary ingredient in vape cartridges, edibles, tinctures, topicals, and other commercially produced cannabis products.
For patients looking for a versatile product with multiple uses, distillate may be an undervalued and cost-effective option. Distillate is typically sold in a syringe and dosed via a plunger. It’s pre-activated, meaning it’s decarboxylated and can be taken orally with a psychoactive effect. It can also be used topically or inhaled.
Distillate looks like a thick, viscous liquid that is translucent but amber in color. The color tone can change depending on the process used during extraction and any added ingredients. For example, terpenes are destroyed during the distillation process and need to be added back in after the fact. Companies can source terpenes from cannabis or other plants. Distillate made with mostly cannabis-derived terpenes tends to have a dark amber color (but not as dark as RSO oil), and distillate using food-grade terpenes tends to be a light amber or yellow tone.
The versatility of distillate makes it a popular choice among medical patients. There are many ways to administer it, and finding the best one for you can be integral in achieving your specific symptom relief.
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