These «dragon balls» contain 3000 grams of pure THC

When this artist raises his orb to the sky, it's easy to believe you're inside Saruman's tower in Middle-earth. But this orb is neither a crystal ball nor a palantir, it's 3,000 grams of pure cannabis extraction with a high level of THC reaches 99%.

Its creators, from the X-tracted laboratory in Seattle, have named it Dragon Balls, in reference to the popular manga. And for all 710 enthusiast, If you've ever held one of these balls in your hands, you'd imagine it would be a quasi-religious experience.

Basically in a hydrocarbon state, this concentrate called «The Clear» is obtained through a very delicate extraction process that retains all the plant's essential compounds, the "essential oils", the "essential oils" and the "essential oils". cannabinoids. After passing through glass beakers and other laboratory coils, the final product is collected in a glass container, like a thick golden potion.

The alchemy of reintroducing cannabis terpenes

Its appearance alone may satisfy the senses, but the real magic behind these orbs lies in its aroma and flavor. Alchemy begins with the terpenes, These are the aromatic molecules found in all types of vegetation, including cannabis, and are the source of essential oils. These tasty compounds not only impart taste and aroma, but also modify the way in which effects of THC and other cannabinoids. They can make a variety more energizing, sedative, stress-reducing, etc. Most extraction processes destroy these volatile and fragile components.

After understanding the important role terpenes play in the cannabis experience, the professionals at X-tracted developed a technique for reintroducing terpenes after the extraction process to create customized effects and flavor profiles. These profiles can mimic the natural smells of a specific strain or create new sets of flavors.

«When we add natural terpenes, we simulate the effects of this variety,» explains co-founder Ryan Abernathy. «One reason Super Lemon Haze produces the effects you feel is the different terpenes it's made up of. When you recreate that, you're going to get similar effects. It's not just because it's sativa».

The veil is beginning to lift on what makes a cannabis variety unique, Extraction technologies are beginning to take this complex chemistry into account, in the form, for example, of a product like The Clear.

Dabber with The Clear

X-tracted's original formula has created a terpene-enhanced cannabis oil that is typically consumed by the dabbers, by using high temperatures to create steam from the’cannabis oil. With fragrances like Banana Cream, Pure Pear, Grapevine or Lime Sorbet, Most of The Clear's extractions will open up new aromatic horizons for dabbing enthusiasts. The tastes and aromas don't steal their names, and you'd almost forget that this shatter is made from cannabis, not fruit.

For more traditional consumers, The Clear is also produced with concentrates that mimic the terpenes and aromas of the original variety. For example, an extraction derived from XJ-13 flowers will be infused with the same terpene ratios, simulating most of the plant's natural nuances.

The Clear can be found in selected dispensaries in California, and soon in Washington.

Vaper with The Clear

For the US recreational market, The Clear is also available in vaper cartridges. The terpenes are much the same and you'll get a small dose of amber oil, a tiny part of the orbs. The Clear is solvent-free and CO2-free. Ultimately, it's a distillation made fluid by the terpenes. «Terpenes act like a solvent,» says Ryan. «Once you add terpenes to this product, it softens and thins.»

And therein lies the difference between this product and others. cannabis extractions. X-tracted's passion and innovation (and legal developments in the USA) have led to the creation of a product that would have been unimaginable 5 years ago. And in 5 years' time?