Live Resin Carts vs. Live Rosin Carts – Differences

Posted on August 15th, 2023 to Education by

For many cannabis enthusiasts, vaping is the best way to get high. While there’s a certain appeal to smoking a joint or a blunt, vape pens offer a smoother, more flavorful experience without damaging the lungs as much. However, while vaping is a popular pastime, there’s one crucial question all users must ask:

What’s the difference between live resin and live rosin? Although both extraction methods are similar, they yield noticeably unique results. For the untrained cannabis user, the primary difference might be the price. But once you get used to vaping regularly, you’ll likely develop a preference for one over the other.

Let’s break down the differences between live resin and live rosin and what these terms mean for your vaping experience.

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What are Live Resin Carts?

Live resin carts are made by extracting the cannabinoids and terpenes with a solvent like butane or propane. Fresh cannabis flowers are flash-frozen and then processed in the solvent. This method ensures the resulting liquid is rich in THC and other cannabinoids because the flower hasn’t had time to degrade or oxidize.

What are Live Rosin Carts?

Live rosin carts are made by using a solventless ice water bath. Fresh plants are frozen and placed into an ice bath. Once the terpenes and cannabinoids have seeped into the ice, the entire mixture is pressed and heated to create a dense, amber-colored oil. The entire process is much more time-consuming, but more of the plant is preserved as a result.

Breaking Down the Differences Between Live Resin and Live Rosin

Here are some of the critical differences between the best resin carts and the best rosin carts:

  • Price: Because live resin is easier to produce, these cartridges and vape pens are generally cheaper. So, if you’re on a tight budget, you may want to get live resin.
  • Potency: Both live resin and live rosin are potent mixtures of THC and terpenes. However, live rosin is typically a bit stronger and smoother than resin because of how it’s made.
  • Vaping Experience: Most vaping enthusiasts prefer live rosin because it offers a more comprehensive and longer-lasting high. The terpene and cannabinoid profiles of rosin carts are often more complete when compared to resin.

The Best Live Resin Carts at AMCH

Green Dot – Sex On The Beach

Green Dot’s Black Label THC vape carts are the best of the best. And, since Sex on the Beach uses purified live resin, you know you’re getting the absolute best out of the plant. Sex on the Beach is just as frolicky and fun as it sounds, with a flavor profile akin to a strawberry pina colada. The THC concentration of this live resin cart is around 68 percent, making it ideal for experienced users who know what they like. Ultra-smooth and easy to dab, no matter how experienced you are with vaping.

Newt Bros – Tropix

If you’re really trying to get high, standard weed vape carts won’t cut it. Instead, you’ll need the intensity and purity of Tropix from the company Newt Bros. This brand works hard to ensure that each cartridge is full of 100 percent live resin with no additives or chemicals getting in the way of your high. With a THC potency of almost 75 percent, this cart hits hard and lasts a long time.

Natty Rems – Runtz

Runtz is a popular cannabis strain, but when it’s flash-frozen and turned into live resin, it becomes an even better vape cartridge. Natty Rems guarantees that you’re getting the full spectrum of terpenes, flavonoids, and cannabinoids for a full-bodied experience. Plus, the THC concentration is just over 75 percent, so it works for even the most experienced aficionados out there.

Green Dot – Ice Cream Cake

It’s the brand so nice we listed it twice! Green Dot knows a thing or two about making live resin carts, which is why so many of the brand’s products are top sellers at AMCH. Ice Cream Cake is just as sweet and creamy as it sounds, and with over 75 percent THC, it will make you feel like it’s your birthday for hours on end.

The Best Live Rosin Carts at AMCH

Jetty Extracts – Strawnana Pancakes

Jetty Extracts is a well-known, award-winning brand that knows how to produce some of the purest and most potent live rosin carts on the market. Strawnana Pancakes is just as tasty as it sounds, with notes of citrus, fruit, and doughy flapjacks dancing across your taste buds and nasal passages. But only experienced users need apply, as the THC concentration is a hair above 80 percent.

Summit – 24K

Twenty-four-carat magic is in the air when you’re vaping this live rosin cartridge. 24K by Summit is designed to make you feel like a king without overdoing the good vibes. The potency of this cartridge is somewhat modest compared to others in our catalog with a serene 73 percent THC. More than enough to help you get high but not so much that newbies will be scared off.

PAX Live Rosin – Rainbow Belts

Some THC vape carts help you get a nice buzz, while others are made for relaxation and sleep. Rainbow Belts from PAX is the latter, giving you a healthy dose of the Zzzs to help you unwind after a long day. Its THC potency hovers around 77 percent, making it strong enough for weed veterans across the spectrum.

Summit – Grape Meltz

When a brand knows how to do something well, customers keep coming back for more. Summit hits another winner with Grape Meltz, a mellow cartridge that’s full of expertly extracted live rosin materials. Because this strain is Sativa-based, it’ll make you giddy and buzzed, especially with a THC concentration of 72 percent.

Buy the Best Resin Carts From AMCH Dispensary

At AMCH, we love cannabis as much (if not more) than you do. We understand that quality matters when buying vape carts. We offer the top brands in the industry, and we work with local growers and manufacturers to ensure you’re getting top-tier weed. Stop by our weed store in Denver and browse our extensive collection of live resin and rosin carts. If you’re not sure which strains will give you the best experience, our budtenders can guide you based on your preferences and experience level. Happy vaping!

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