Store correctly the tops of cannabis it is essential to preserve flavors and effects. Let's find out what to do - and what mistakes to avoid - to always keep it fresh and be able to consume it for a long time.
In addition to the possibility of developing potentially dangerous mold for health, store cannabis correctly it is essential to preserve its components and its effects which, otherwise, will be decidedly milder. And we don't want this. So, before it's too late, let's learn how to preserve our inflorescences in the right way.
Aged cannabis: what happens and how to fix it
As anticipated, if stored incorrectly, cannabis ages quickly, losing its aromas and effects. But why this it happens?
A clear decrease in THC
When exposed to heat, oxygen and UV rays, both THC and CBD, the two cannabinoids present in greatest quantities in cannabis, begin to degrade.
When degrading, THC does not disappear but is converted into CBN, another cannabinoid from mild psychoactive properties which alone will not make you reach the much sought after "high". Likewise, CBD, abundantly present in the inflorescences of light cannabis, it will lose its incredible benefits.
Weakened aromas
In addition to cannabinoids also i terpenes, responsible for the aromas and scents of cannabis, will be damaged. For this reason, when it comes time to consume it, from the first puff a bitter sensation that you are not used to will hit your taste buds, greatly disappointing you.
Preserving cannabis for the long term: factors to consider
After understanding the risks that our marijuana supplies face if stored poorly, let's understand what they are factors responsible for aging immediate and how to avoid it.
Humidity
Thehumidity It is a crucial element to keep under control when talking about conservation. If there is too much humidity, you run the risk of mold, if there is not enough humidity, the terpenes and cannabinoids will eventually degrade.
A correct humidity level, which hovers around the 58-62%, it will keep the buds dry, but not excessively dry and brittle and will help prevent the growth of mold and bacteria.
Temperature
As with humidity, also the temperature right is necessary for correct conservation. The temperature ideal, to keep the terpenes and cannabinoids of cannabis unchanged and avoid mold, ranges from 15 to 20°C.
Light
The direct light, especially UV, damages the trichomes, compromises the levels of THC and other cannabinoids and ruins the terpenes, reducing their effects, flavors and aromas. It will be better to avoid.
Things to do for optimal conservation
Now that we know its enemies, we can learn to defend our cannabis. It's a quick and simple process that, once mastered, will guarantee us an always fresh product to be consumed for long periods.
Choose your container carefully
Forget about plastic bags, paper or whatever. For effective conservation let's equip ourselves with a glass jar, better if hermetically sealed. Impact-resistant, ideal for preventing mold and able to prevent pungent odors from escaping, so as not to arouse the suspicion of the neighbourhood.
Leave it strictly in the dark
Once we have chosen the jar with an airtight seal, we see if it is opaque. Light can wreak havoc on cannabis buds and darkening our containers provides added safety. Once this is done, we leave our jar in the darkaway from direct light.
Cleanliness is important
Everything is ready and in order for perfect conservation. No light, temperature and humidity under control, right containers. Perfect. Now we must work to ensure that everything remains the same. Clean the environment where we store our cannabis is essential. We dust the shelves, we vacuum, we wash the floor, obviously without forgetting to polish our beloved jars.
