Table of Contents

Introduction
The Legacy of Frenchy Cannoli 
Here’s What You Need
How To Use A Temple Ball Roller to Press Bubble Hash
Why The Press Club’s Temple Ball Roller Is Better Than a Wine Bottle
Video

Introduction

Temple balls are the most revered form of solventless cannabis concentrates, known for their rich flavor, connection to deeply rooted hash-making traditions, and magical ability to transform resin over time. These smooth, resinous spheres are crafted from meticulously processed bubble hash or loose resin, which is pressed and aged like a fine wine. The result is a highly sought-after product that not only delivers a superior solventless experience, but also pays homage to the ancient artistry of hash-making.

Creating a high-quality temple ball requires precision, intention, skill, and the right tools. That’s where The Press Club’s Temple Ball Roller comes in. The Temple Ball Roller is specifically designed to replace the wine bottles that have been used for decades. While wine bottles can absolutely do the job, Temple Ball Rollers have key features that allow hash makers to be more effective, and also more comfortable, when pressing loose resin.

So how exactly do you use a Temple Ball Roller to press bubble hash? The right technique incorporates both art and science. Pressing hash requires knowledge about how to work with cannabis resin, plus a tactile intuition that’s gained with time and experience. This is a process that you learn to feel your way through. 

The Legacy of Frenchy Cannoli 

Frenchy Cannoli, a legendary figure among hashishins worldwide, was an unparalleled hash maker renowned for his expertise and pioneering techniques. Born in France, he later moved to Northern California, where he devoted his life to mastering the art of hashish production. 

Frenchy's journey began as an apprentice under traditional Moroccan hashish masters, where he learned the age-old techniques of hand-rolling and sieving to extract the resinous trichomes from cannabis plants. This foundation laid the groundwork for his revolutionary contributions to the art of hash making and the broader cannabis industry. 

He passed along his knowledge by mentoring numerous individuals in the art of hash making, sharing his passion, experience, and techniques through workshops and educational events. He did take one special apprentice, Cherry Blossom Belle. 

As his apprentice of 8 years, Cherry Blossom Belle of Heritage Hash Co. has followed in Frenchy’s footsteps. Today, she is one of the best teachers of the method Frenchy used to create Temple Balls, which involves pressing, rolling, and aging loose resin. 

Today, Belle is one of the best teachers of the art of pressing bubble hash for making Temple Balls. We have a video linked at the end of this article where you can watch her in action. 

Let’s review the supplies you need to press resin, then we’ll walk through the process step-by-step. 

Here’s What You Need

Bubble Hash (5 or 6-star)
The Press Club Temple Ball Roller
Electric Water Boiler
Food Grade Cellophane
Scale 

How To Use A Temple Ball Roller to Press Bubble Hash

1. Gather 1-2 oz (28 – 56g) of loose resin, which is enough material to easily work with. As you develop a feel for making Temple Balls, you can increase the amount.

3. With gloves on your hands, work the bubble hash into a ball by rolling it between your palms. 

4. Boil water in an electric water boiler, then fill the Temple Ball Roller with the boiling water. 

5. Place the ball of loose resin into the center of your cellophane, then place the other piece over the hash. Grip either end of the Temple Ball Roller and roll the bottle over the hash while gently applying pressure.

6. You will notice some of the heads begin to melt and appear wet and sticky against the cellophane. This means it’s working! The trichome heads are breaking open, releasing the oily resin inside.

7. Flip the hash pancake over frequently, working it on both sides, gently rolling back and forth. Use finesse. You don’t need a lot of pressure, but a tender firmness will do. Use your natural upper body weight as you press down, no need to exert additional force through your arms. Some high-quality resin will start to melt with just the heat of the Temple Ball Roller, even before you apply additional pressure. 

8. The loose resin pancake will begin to darken in certain pockets, taking on a mottled appearance. Keep rolling and flipping the resin until it begins to darken uniformly. It should take on a darker color throughout. You’ll start to notice the hash seeming to melt around the outer edges. This is a good sign. 

9. Once the patty has flattened out, open the plastic and fold the hash patty over itself a few times to form a thick brick or bar. Then repeating the same process, roll out again. There is a feel for this process that you’ll develop over time. Experience is the best teacher. Don’t stress about loose resin sticking to the plastic. The smaller pieces of hash will always get rolled up again with the larger ball of hash. 

10. Repeat this process at least 3-4 times, rolling the patty flat, then folding it over itself into a thick bar, then pressing/rolling it flat again. Sometimes, depending on the resin, 10-20 rounds is necessary to get the homogenization we’re aiming for. 

11. Continue working the hash. As the water inside the Temple Ball Roller cools, refill it with hot water from the electric water boiler. 

13. When the color of the hash gets very consistent throughout, there are no more streaks of dark/light resin, it’s almost ready. This nice and smooth color balance is the sign of success. It’s time to start forming the Temple Ball. 

14. Remove the hash patty and place it between your gloved palms. Roll it back and forth, around and around to form a smooth, round ball. Continue until you’ve got a perfect sphere. 

15. Premium-quality hash will not remain in a sphere when placed on a flat surface. Naturally it will spread out into a flatter, oblong form. This is a sign of success!

From here, it’s time to cure and age the Temple Balls. Read more about this process in the Ultimate Guide To Making Frenchy Cannoli Traditional Temple Balls.

Why The Press Club’s Temple Ball Roller Is Better Than a Wine Bottle

The Press Club Temple Ball Roller is made for pressing loose resin. While a wine bottle may work, it comes with limitations such as pressure application and the risk of burns due to its single neck handle and lack of insulation. The Press Club Temple Ball Roller is specially designed with two handles for pressure distribution across the hash patty, a vacuum chamber for insulation to prevent overheating of the handles and a wider middle section that retains heat effectively for prolonged use without frequent water changes. 

It also has a custom stopper from The Press Club x Byrd Extract to ensure a perfect, leak-free seal. The hard case and heavy duty styrofoam protects the roller during transport.

By combining traditional techniques with modern innovation, The Press Club’s Temple Ball Roller enables hashishins to achieve perfectly pressed hash with consistency and ease. 

Video

Learn more in this video demonstration of how to press loose resin, with Cherry Blossom Belle: 

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