Cannabis Concentrates in NYC
High-potency extracts: wax, shatter, live resin, rosin, and more.
About Cannabis Concentrates
Cannabis concentrates are highly potent extracts produced by separating cannabinoids and terpenes from cannabis plant material. They include a wide range of products โ wax, shatter, budder, crumble, live resin, live rosin, distillate, and hash โ each with different textures, extraction methods, and potency levels. Concentrates are typically consumed through dabbing (using a dab rig or e-rig) or through vaporizers.
At OCM-licensed dispensaries in New York City, concentrates are among the most technically complex products on the menu. THC content routinely exceeds 70โ90%, making them strictly for experienced cannabis consumers. The shift toward solventless concentrates (live rosin, ice water hash) has driven a premium product category at NYC dispensaries โ these preserve terpenes without chemical solvents and are considered the cleanest form of cannabis extraction.
For consumers interested in concentrates for the first time, a low-temperature dab with live resin or rosin is recommended over high-THC distillate. Ask your budtender about the extraction method, starting temperature, and equipment options. Licensed dispensaries in NYC carry only lab-tested concentrates, ensuring solvent levels and contaminants are within safe limits.
What to Look for When Buying Concentrates
- โExtraction method (solvent vs. solventless)
- โTHC % (expect 60โ90%)
- โTerpene content
- โConsistency (wax, shatter, rosin)
- โBrand/grower reputation
- โTesting for residual solvents
Cannabis Concentrates โ Frequently Asked Questions
What is dabbing?
Dabbing is the process of vaporizing a small amount of cannabis concentrate on a heated surface (nail or banger) and inhaling the vapor. It produces an intense, fast-acting effect.
What's the difference between live resin and live rosin?
Live resin is extracted with solvents (usually butane or CO2) from fresh frozen cannabis. Live rosin is solventless, made with heat and pressure. Rosin is generally considered cleaner and more premium.
Are concentrates for beginners?
No. Cannabis concentrates are very high in THC and best suited for experienced consumers with significant tolerance. Starting with flower or low-dose edibles is strongly recommended for newer users.
Find Concentrates at a Licensed NYC Dispensary
Every dispensary on CityLeaf is OCM-licensed and verified. Browse shops near you that carry concentrates.