Resin is the sticky substance that the cannabis plant produces in its trichomes. Most of the active ingredients and aromas are found in this resin. The term appears in several contexts that are easily confused.
Where does resin come from?
The plant forms tiny hairs, called trichomes, on its flowers. These produce the sticky resin with cannabinoids like THC and terpenes. This resin is the most valuable part of the plant and the basis for most concentrates.
The different resin terms
- Trichome resin – the natural resin on the flower.
- Live Resin – a concentrate made from freshly frozen material, particularly aromatic because the terpenes are preserved.
- Reclaim (Resin) – the residue left over from dabbing and collected in the reclaim catcher.
Why is Live Resin so popular?
With Live Resin, the plant is frozen immediately after harvest instead of being dried. This preserves a particularly large number of terpenes, which ensures an intense, fresh aroma. For many connoisseurs, Live Resin is therefore the epitome of flavorful concentrate.
Frequently asked questions
Is resin the same as reclaim?
Not quite. Resin generally refers to the sticky substance. Reclaim is specifically the residue left behind during dabbing.
What is the difference to Rosin?
Resin is the sticky substance, Rosin is a concentrate extracted from it using heat and pressure. The similar names often cause confusion.
Why is Live Resin so aromatic?
Because fresh freezing preserves the delicate terpenes.
Where is most of the resin located?
In the trichomes on the flowers – that's where the concentration is highest.
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