November 3, 2021

How to Use Rosin?

As a beginner cannabis enthusiast, you might be wondering how to use rosin. While rosin is primarily associated with dabbing, this concentrate is by far one of the most versatile cannabis products available.

Rosin, especially live rosin, stands out from other extracts due to its richness of terpenes and bold taste. It can be smoked, vaped, dabbed, or even infused into edibles. However you use it, you will find each consumption method delivers an aromatic and potent experience. To learn which is right for you, read on as we explore the different ways you can enjoy this solventless extract.

How To Smoke Rosin

For those who do not have experience with rosin but want to dip their toes in the water, smoking is the perfect way to try it. To smoke rosin, you can use it in various ways.

Use Rosin in Your Bowl

Adding cannabis rosin to the top of a packed bowl will allow you to experience the power of rosin and flower together. This method doesn’t require any special tools or extra time. Simply grab your favorite bowl and pack it with Delta-8 or THCA flower as you normally would, and then sprinkle a small amount of rosin on top of the flower.

Keep in mind that rosin is more potent than regular flower, so it's advisable to start with a small amount and adjust based on your tolerance. Remember to inhale less than you normally would if you're used to smoking regular flower.

Add Rosin to Your Joints and Blunts

Rolling joints with rosin is a straightforward way to try it without needing any tools. If you are new to rolling, we have an easy-to-follow guide on how to roll joints, but if you have already mastered this skill, the following steps will not be difficult at all.

First, make sure you have extra rolling paper since rosin tends to stick to things it shouldn’t.
Next, take your THCA flower and place it on the paper.
Once you have the right amount of flower, add your rosin and tightly roll your joint.

How to Dab Rosin

If we didn’t go over dabbing, would this even be a rosin article? For those of you looking for the simplest way to dab rosin, we are here to break it down so you can do it efficiently.

The first step is making sure you have all the right tools. While you will find a variety of different brands and gear to choose from, we have a budget-friendly list to help you get the most from your rosin with the least amount of effort.

The basic equipment you will need to dab rosin includes:

Dab rig (Water Pipe)
Nail (Bowl)
Dab Torch
Dabber

Once you have everything, you want to lay it out on a clean flat surface and fill your water pipe with fresh water. Now, you will need to choose—cold start or hot start.

Cold start dabbing is when you drop the concentrate into an unheated bowl, then apply heat until it has reached its appropriate temperature. The advantages of this technique will allow you to taste the full flavor of rosin while providing a more gentle and controllable experience.

With hot start dabbing, you will heat the bowl before placing the oil inside the nail. After the heat has been applied, you will then place the rosin inside the bowl. Going this route will make sure your rosin isn’t wasted, but fair warning, this isn’t recommended for those with a low tolerance. Unless you like to live your life on the wild side, we recommend cold dabbing.