Unveiling the Extraction Process
At Cultivate Las Vegas, we pride ourselves on offering top-quality cannabis products to our customers. First opening our doors in 2018, Cultivate Las Vegas is well-known across Las Vegas and surrounding areas. We’ve built our reputation by offering unmatched quality of products and customer service. Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of cannabis extraction, a crucial step in creating many of the products you see on our shelves.
Methods of Extraction
There are several methods used to extract cannabinoids and terpenes from the cannabis plant:
1. CO2 Extraction
2. Ethanol Extraction
3. Hydrocarbon Extraction
4. Solventless Extraction
CO2 Extraction: A Closer Look
CO2 extraction is one of the most popular methods in the industry due to its efficiency and safety. Here’s how it works:
1. Pressurization: CO2 is pressurized until it reaches a supercritical state, where it has properties of both a liquid and a gas.
2. Extraction: The supercritical CO2 is passed through cannabis plant material, dissolving the desired compounds.
3. Separation: The CO2 is then separated from the extract, leaving behind a pure, concentrated product.
The Importance of Decarboxylation
Before extraction, cannabis often undergoes decarboxylation, a process that activates the cannabinoids. This involves heating the plant material to convert THCA into THC, the psychoactive compound responsible for many of cannabis’s effects.
Post-Extraction Processing
After extraction, the concentrate may undergo further processing:
– Winterization: Removes unwanted fats and lipids
– Distillation: Further purifies and concentrates specific cannabinoids
– Terpene reintroduction: Adds back terpenes for flavor and entourage effect
At Cultivate Las Vegas, we ensure that all our products undergo rigorous testing and quality control. Understanding these processes helps our customers appreciate the science and care that goes into every product we offer in our Las Vegas dispensary.