Also known as hash or hashish, CBD resin is a cannabis derivative made from the plant's female flowers. Popular with consumers, CBD resins are highly concentrated in cannabonoids and benefit from an optimal entourage effect. Here are the best varieties of CBD resins, from the most reputed to the most dosed.
The best CBD resin varieties in 2023
As we've just mentioned, the origin of CBD resins plays a key role in product quality. Indeed, depending on the terroir, not only the cannabidiol concentration, but also the purity, taste and smell will differ. Below, we have compiled a list of the best varieties of CBD resins.
1. Nepalese CBD resin
Obtained from Nepalese sativa strains, Nepalese CBD resin is one of the most concentrated varieties in cannabidiol (typically 26-28% CBD), making it oily but not sticky. Dark and shiny on the outside, it is caramel-brown on the inside. Flavours are herbal, with a slight saltiness and hints of peppermint.
2. Afghan CBD resin
Also highly concentrated in CBD (22-24%), Afghan CBD resin is probably one of the best-known in the world. Made from ancient local Afghan strains, it has a soft but not very sticky texture. In terms of color, resins of this origin are generally dark, even very dark (even black). Very powerful on the nose, its fragrance is nevertheless pleasant with floral notes. On the palate, it is fruity and rather sweet, with resinous notes on the aftertaste.
3. Lebanese CBD resin
Lebanese CBD resin is obtained from plants native to the area around the small town of Zahé, which extends over the Bekaa plains. Traditionally, the flowers were harvested and left to dry on the red earth. As a result, the finished product is often reddish in color. Classified as a light resin, it has a low CBD content (6-8%), but promises an intense sensory experience. The complex aromas of this resin are often combined with spicy notes of pepper or even chilli. Perfect for lovers of oriental resins, Lebanese hash has its own community of enthusiasts and is a true invitation to travel.
4. Moroccan CBD resin
Well-known in Europe, Moroccan CBD resin no longer needs to prove that it's one of the best in the world. With a concentration of around 23% CBD, it's the ultimate relaxation product. Designed for both seasoned and novice consumers, its appearance is highly distinctive. Often colored in shades of yellow/brown, it has a slightly frothy appearance. Its aromas are soft and enveloping, with an earthy note.
How do you choose your CBD resin?
It's not easy to choose the right CBD resin when you don't know much about it. It's a bit like choosing the right melon. But there are a few tips to keep in mind when buying a quality product. The parameters vary, of course, depending on the product's origin.
To begin with, consider the product's appearance. The resin is a CBD concentrate, so you can expect a powerful yet pleasant natural scent. Next, pay attention to the texture of the CBD resin: sticky and slightly oily. Next, take the time to study the product's color. Resins are generally shades of green to brown. Make sure there are no stains or whitish bumps. Finally, choosing the right resin also involves analyzing the product's origin.
What is the Charas technique?
Native to India, charas is a highly potent psychoactive resin used throughout the country, and is prepared exclusively in the HinduKush region in the north-west of the country. The manufacturing process is long and tedious.
In fact, the material is obtained when the harvesters pick the flowers by hand. After long hours of picking, a small amount of resin remains on their hands (around ten grams a day). The resulting charas is then infused in sheep's or goat's milk, and smoked with a pipe or shilum.
Hash or Pollen CBD: what's the difference?
CBD hash and pollen are two substances obtained from cannabis flowers. Pollen can be described as a finished product, available before the hashish stage. Pollen is made up of unprocessed trichomes, and is therefore a powdery substance. Resin, on the other hand, comes in the form of a block of paste. Pollen (and therefore also trichomes) is pressed and hemp oil is added to obtain a malleable block. Resin comes in a wide range of colors, from yellow to dark brown or even black.
Things to remember about the best CBD resins
CBD resins are part of the cannabidiol concentrate family. To choose the right resin, you need to look at its origin, which will indicate not only its CBD concentration, but also its appearance, i.e. its color, texture and smell. Nepalese, Afghan, Lebanese or Moroccan, the best resins are available from CBDSol and Legal in the UK.
