How To Use Trim To Make Edibles, Cannabutter, and More
Author: Emily Kyle | EmilyKyleNutrition.com
Use this guide to learn how to use cannabis trim to make edibles and topicals at home.
Equipment
- 1 Pair of scissors
Instructions
- If you have fresh, wet trim, the first step is to dry it out. While this is not 100% necessary, it will help to remove excess water from the plant and help produce a better-tasting end product. The most simple way to dry trim is to place it in a brown paper bag and let it sit in a hot, dry area for 24-48 hours.
- Once your trim has been dried, it is time to decide if you want to decarboxylate. If you want to reap the benefits of activated CBD and THC, it is important to decarb first. If you want the benefits of CBDA or THCA, you can skip this process.
- Resist the urge to grind any of your material. Although this is tempting, it is not necessary and will only introduce more chlorophyll and unwanted taste into your end product.
- Choose a recipe you want to make with your trim. This can be cannabutter or cannabis oil made in the crockpot, Instant Pot, or on the stovetop. You can also make a cannabis tincture like the Green Dragon or Golden Dragon.
- Follow the recipe you have chosen accordingly, but know you must use more trim because it is less potent than traditional flowers. As a general rule of thumb, it is recommended to double up on the amount of trim used for best results.
Notes
Note: Remember, there are two kinds of trim leaves: fan leaves and sugar leaves. This tutorial is for using sugar leaves. Follow this guide if you are working with fan leaves.
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