Vape carts are one of the most popular modern ways to enjoy cannabis. Therefore, naturally, when you visit a dispensary, you’ll find a broad collection of vapes from various brands, including those made by Treasure Valley. One of the questions we get most is, “How are vape carts made?” The second is always, how are distillate vape carts different from those made with rosin? We’ve got the answers to both questions below to help you make the best decision.
A Closer Look at How Vape Carts Are Made
Vape carts are made by filling small, cylindrical tanks with cannabis oil or concentrate of some form. These tanks are equipped with a mouthpiece, a heating element, and usually a 510-threaded connection for battery attachment. The oil, which is most often either distillate, resin, or rosin, is inserted through a fill port using a syringe for precision. Once filled, the cart is sealed, and a wick or ceramic core helps vaporize the oil when heated, providing an inhalable vapor.
The Differences Between Distillate and Rosin
Both distillate and rosin are two potent cannabis extracts, and the two are commonly used in the production of cape carts. However, the two concentrates do have some nuanced differences in terms of how they are made and what they contain.
Cannabis distillate is produced through a process known as distillation, where the cannabis plant is subjected to heat and vacuum conditions to separate the desired cannabinoids (like THC or CBD) from other plant materials, including chlorophyll, fats, and waxes. This results in an extremely potent and pure extract that can be up to 99% THC. Distillate vapes can be flavorless or have flavors added back through terpenes, either cannabis-derived or botanical. The high purity makes distillate ideal for those seeking potency over flavor or terpene profile.
Cannabis rosin, by contrast, is made through a more rudimentary process. The extract is created by separating valuable trichomes from the flower and then applying heat and pressure to further refine the trichomes into an oil. This method preserves the full spectrum of the plant’s compounds, offering a product that reflects the original strain’s flavor and effects more accurately. Rosin’s production is generally smaller scale due to lower yield and more labor-intensive methods, but it’s prized for its purity and authenticity to the plant.
Are Distillate Vape Carts Better Than Rosin?
Not necessarily, and it is truly a matter of personal preference. Distillate vape carts tend to be our top seller at Treasure Valley, but this is reflective of the fact that many people are looking for vapes with higher THC levels. Nevertheless, vape carts made with rosin are extremely popular among some customers because they are looking for a more true-to-strain experience. Both types of concentrates have their advantages. Therefore, the “better” of the two can vary depending on who you ask.
Shop for the Highest-Quality Vape Carts at Treasure Valley
Whether you prefer the potency of a distillate vape cart or the strain-like qualities of a rosin vape cart, we’ve got a diverse collection of both at Treasure Valley. Take a look at our menu to explore the extensive collection.
