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How to Make Ethanol Shatter — A Step-by-Step Guide for Cannabis & Hemp Extracts
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How to Make Ethanol Shatter — A Step-by-Step Guide for Cannabis & Hemp Extracts

Extraction Techniques

How to Make Ethanol Shatter — A Step-by-Step Guide for Cannabis & Hemp Extracts

What Is Ethanol Shatter? Ethanol shatter is a translucent, glass-like cannabis concentrate produced through cold ethanol extraction followed by winterization, solvent recovery, and vacuum purging. Unlike BHO (butane honey oil) shatter, ethanol shatter uses food-grade ethanol as the primary solvent — making it a popular choice for processors who want a safer, more accessible extraction [...]

By WKU Consulting|2026-06-03T07:41:26+00:00February 24th, 2026|Extraction Techniques|Comments Off

How to Make THCA Diamonds & Cannabis Wax: Jar Tech Method Explained

What Are THCA Diamonds? THCA diamonds are crystalline structures of tetrahydrocannabinolic acid — the non-psychoactive precursor to THC. When done right, these crystals can test above 90% purity, making them one of the most potent concentrate products on the market. The process of growing them is called diamond mining, and it relies on controlled nucleation [...]

By WKU Consulting|2026-06-01T07:26:01+00:00February 21st, 2026|Extraction Techniques|Comments Off

BHO Extraction vs. Ethanol: Understanding Solvent Polarity and Selection for Cannabis Processing

Four extraction methods dominate commercial cannabis processing: hydrocarbon (BHO), ethanol, supercritical CO2, and solventless (rosin press). At production scale, BHO delivers 18-24% yield from 24% THC flower at $0.15-0.30/gram processing cost, producing the widest product range (shatter, budder, live resin, diamonds). Ethanol processes 100-500 lbs/day at $0.08-0.15/gram but strips terpenes at rates above 30-40%, requiring [...]

By WKU Consulting|2026-06-03T07:40:32+00:00February 19th, 2026|Extraction Techniques|2 Comments

A Beginner’s Guide to Cannabis Extraction: The Different Methods Explained

Cannabis extraction is the process of separating the active compounds (such as CBD and THC) from the plant material of the cannabis plant. There are several different methods of cannabis extraction, each with its own unique set of advantages and disadvantages. In this blog post, we will explore the different methods of cannabis extraction and [...]

By WKU Consulting|2026-03-06T22:31:58+00:00January 5th, 2023|Cannabis Education, Extraction Techniques|Comments Off

How is Cannabis oil made?

Cannabis oil is a concentrated extract made from the cannabis plant. It is typically made by extracting the active compounds from the plant, such as cannabinoids (such as THC and CBD) and terpenes, and then diluting them in a carrier oil. Cannabis oil can be used for a variety of purposes, including medicinal use, recreational [...]

By WKU Consulting|2026-03-06T22:34:25+00:00December 31st, 2022|Extraction Techniques|Comments Off

What is Cannabis Extraction?

Cannabis extraction is the process of separating the various chemical compounds found in the cannabis plant. These compounds, known as cannabinoids and terpenes, are responsible for the plant's unique effects and flavors. Extraction techniques allow for the isolation and concentration of these compounds, which can then be used to create a variety of products such [...]

By WKU Consulting|2026-03-30T03:03:56+00:00December 30th, 2022|Cannabis Education, Extraction Techniques|Comments Off