Kief vs Hash: differences, uses, consumption, potency, extraction methods

Kief is generally stronger than bud because it is made up of the trichomes from the cannabis plant, which contain a higher concentration of cannabinoids, including THC. According to sources such as Canna Culture Collective and AR Cannabis, kief can be up to 80% THC, while the average THC content of cannabis flower (bud) is typically around 10%. Therefore, smoking kief can result in a much stronger effect than smoking regular cannabis flowers. However, the exact potency can vary depending on the strain and quality of the kief.

Kief can be used in a variety of ways, including:

1. Sprinkling on top of a bowl or joint: One of the most common ways to use kief is to sprinkle it on top of a bowl of cannabis flower or mix it into a joint or blunt. This can enhance the potency and flavor of the cannabis.

2. Pressing into hash: Kief can also be pressed into hash by applying pressure and heat. The resulting hash can be smoked or consumed orally.

3. Making edibles: Kief can be used to make edibles, such as brownies or cookies, by decarboxylating the kief (heating it to activate the THC), mixing it with butter or oil, and incorporating it into the recipe.

4. Making tinctures: Kief can also be used to make cannabis tinctures by dissolving it in high-proof alcohol and allowing the mixture to steep for several weeks. The resulting tincture can be consumed orally or added to food or drinks.

Keep in mind that kief is a concentrated form of cannabis and should be used in moderation until you know how it affects you.

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to make hash from kief:

Materials:

• Kief
• Parchment paper or wax paper
• Mason jar or heat-proof container
• Oven mitts or towel
• Freezer

Instructions:

1. Cut a small square of parchment or wax paper, and place a small amount of kief in the center.
2. Fold the edges of the paper up around the kief to create a small pouch.
3. Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C).
4. Place the kief-filled pouch in a mason jar or heat-proof container and put it in the oven.
5. Allow the kief to heat up in the oven for about 10 minutes.
6. Use oven mitts or a towel to remove the mason jar or heat-proof container from the oven.
7. Roll the hot jar or container over the parchment paper-covered kief square back and forth for about 5-10 minutes. This will help press the kief together to form hash.
8. Once you have a solid ball of hash, place it in the freezer for an hour to harden.

And that’s it! You can now enjoy your homemade hash made from kief.

They are many options for buying kief both online and offline, depending on where you live and the laws in your area. Here are some examples:

Offline options:

1. Dispensaries: In areas where cannabis is legal, you can often find kief products at dispensaries that sell cannabis products. You can visit local dispensaries to check if they have kief for sale.
2. Cannabis festivals or events: Some festivals or events related to cannabis may offer vendors selling kief or other cannabis products.

Online options:

1. Online dispensaries: Many online dispensaries sell kief products and can ship them directly to your home. Examples include BC Hash MOM, BC Weed Edible, and DistillateXpress.
2. Cannabis marketplaces: There are also online marketplaces that connect buyers with sellers of cannabis products, including kief. Examples include WeedMaps and Leafly.

Regardless of where you choose to buy kief, it’s important to ensure that the product is high-quality and meets any legal requirements in your area.