What's the difference between Shatter, Live Resin, and Wax?

Shatter, live resin, and wax are all types of cannabis concentrates, but they differ in their texture, potency, flavor, and extraction method. Here are some of the main differences:

1. Texture

Shatter has a brittle, glass-like texture that shatters when it is broken. Live resin has a more viscous, syrup-like texture, and wax has a soft, pliable texture.

2. Extraction Method

Shatter is typically made using a solvent-based extraction method, while live resin is made using a solventless extraction method that preserves more of the natural terpenes and flavors of the cannabis plant. Wax can be made using both solvent-based and solventless extraction methods.

3. Potency

All three concentrates can be highly potent, but the potency can vary depending on the strain of cannabis used and the extraction method. Shatter is known for being one of the most potent cannabis concentrates, with THC levels ranging from 60% to 90%.

4. Flavor

Live resin is known for having a more complex and flavorful terpene profile compared to shatter and wax, which can have a more neutral flavor.

5. Use

Shatter is typically used in vaporizers or dab rigs, while live resin and wax can be used in a variety of ways, including dabbing, vaporizing, or adding to joints or bowls.