The Ultimate Solventless Rosin Pressing Resource
The Road to Cleaner Hash: The Extra Rinse Tek
At its core, this method builds on the well-known ice water extraction process, which is the gold standard of collecting loose resin. But, Extra Rinse Tek adds a crucial twist. Instead of stopping at the initial collection, we're taking things a step further with an additional refinement phase that puts quality control front and center. By separating the collection and cleaning processes, we're not just making hash—we're crafting some of the cleanest, most refined solventless concentrates possible.
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The History of the Temple Balls: Past to Present
In the world of cannabis products, no concentrate carries as much historical and cultural significance as Temple Balls. These carefully crafted solventless spheres, originating in the Himalayan mountains of Nepal, represent one of humanity's oldest methods of cannabis preservation and refinement. A centuries-old tradition of collecting and processing cannabis resin into a concentrated solventless form, Temple Balls are rooted in mystical tradition and practical necessity. And, the art and science of Temple Balls continues to evolve to this day.
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Ego Clash Invitational 2024 California
The cannabis industry is no stranger to competitions, and Ego Clash is among one of the most exclusive and premier events for hash makers and solventless extractors. A staple event for melt and rosin artistry, Ego Clash is where top hashmakers come together to showcase their craft, share knowledge, and vie for recognition from their peers. This competition isn’t just about winning, it’s about celebrating the artistry, innovation, and passion that runs deep in the solventless cannabis community.
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Pros and Cons of Wet vs Dry Sieving Cannabis Resin
Wet and dry sieving are two different approaches to creating solventless cannabis concentrates. Each method has unique advantages and challenges, yet both arrive at the same destination - isolating cannabis resin from the cannabis plant. Depending on the resources at hand and the goal for production, one method of extraction will be better than the other. Let’s explore the basics of each method and weigh the pros and cons to help you decide which is right for you.
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How To Use A Temple Ball Roller to Press Bubble Hash
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
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How To Cut Off The Handles on Brutes or Trash Cans Like A Pro
Brute trash cans have long been used as washing vessels in ice water extraction labs. Large bubble wash bags fit around the edges of the Brute, stacking inside the trash cans one on top of the other. But, the handles on either side of the trash can prevent the bags from fitting perfectly over the edge of the trash can.
All Brute cans with a product serial number starting with FG are food grade.
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The Press Club Featured on CannaCribs: Celebrating Artisanal Cannabis Heritage with Brett Byrd
CannaCribs is more than just a YouTube channel, it’s a gateway into the world of professional cannabis cultivation, processing, and innovation. If you ask us, it’s much more entertaining and educational than MTV Cribs, where CannaCribs took inspiration for its name. Known for its high-quality production and in-depth storytelling
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Solventless Holiday Gift Guide 2024
Christmas is almost here, bringing with it the perfect opportunity to stock up on all the essentials for solventless cannabis extraction. Now more than ever, the Press Club is offering top quality gear at unbeatable prices. Whether you’re an experienced extractor or just beginning to explore the art of making hash, rosin, and dry sift, this once-a-year event offers major savings on the equipment, tools, and accessories you need to produce the best results.
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2024 Masters of Rosin Los Angeles x The Press Club
This year, the Masters of Rosin brough the fire to Los Angeles, igniting the city with the best rosin entries from top hashmakers across the globe. Held earlier this month at the iconic Cookies Maywood, this wasn’t just an event - it was a full-blown solventless spectacle that left no jar unsmelled and no rosin untasted. If you’re new to the Masters of Rosin, think of it as the Olympics of solventless rosin.
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Solventless-Infused Cocktails and Mocktails for Holiday Gatherings
Picture this: it’s a holiday gathering. There’s laughter, lights twinkling, maybe even a hint of gingerbread in the air. Glasses are clinking, but instead of everyone reaching for the usual wine or eggnog, you’re handing out something better. It’s your solventless-infused cocktails, and they’re the (6)stars of the party - see what we did there 😉
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New Product Drop: The Press Club's Hash Basket
Let’s face it: wiping down your tools and accessories with ISO alcohol, which is the fastest and most effective way to clean and sanitize your gear, can be a pain. Although it’s one of those things you do all the time, it’s not necessarily an experience to revel in. If only there was a way to make cleaning with ISO alcohol even more efficient… Introducing The Press Club's ISO Basket Cleaner, this handy little accessory is designed
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DIY Cannabis Culture: How Home Growing, Hash-Making, and Rosin Fuel the Craft Cannabis Movement
The craft solventless movement is a powerful antidote to the corporatization of cannabis, encouraging individuals to return to the roots of the plant by cultivating, processing, and consuming it in its purest forms. Solventless cannabis production emphasizes quality, sustainability, and a personal connection with each step of the process. At the heart of this movement is a spirit of self-reliance
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Wet Sieving & Air Drying Bubble Hash Tutorial
When it comes to creating pure, potent, and flavorful cannabis concentrates, nothing beats Ice Water Extraction. Known for its ability to isolate trichome heads without the use of solvents, this method of washing hash produces loose resin from the cannabis plant, commonly called bubble hash. Named for the way it bubbles when heated, bubble hash is one of the most sought-after forms of sovlentless.
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How to Use an Ultrasonic Cleaner To Keep Your Bangers Clean
A quartz banger is a specialized bowl used with a dab rig to vaporize cannabis concentrates. Made of high-quality quartz, bangers are designed to withstand high temperatures while offering excellent heat retention and distribution. This setup allows your solventless cannabis concentrates to vaporize evenly, and delivers smooth, silky, and flavorful dabs with each session.
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10th Annual Dab-a-Doo San Francisco with Mila Jansen
Dab-A-Doo is a cannabis competition exclusively for concentrates, hosted in various locations worldwide. The first Dab-a-Doo event was held as a 69th birthday party for Mila Jansen in 2013, and since its beginnings, it has grown to become a beloved gathering of hash heads. The most recent Dab-a-Doo was just hosted in San Francisco, and the Hash Queen herself was in attendance.
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Top Harvesting Tips for Solventless in 2024
Harvesting your cannabis flowers is one of the most critical stages in solventless cannabis concentrate production, with a direct impact on both resin yield and final extraction quality. Whether you're an outdoor grower dealing with unpredictable weather or an indoor grower with dialed-in precision, implementing the right pre-harvest and post-harvest strategies can make a significant difference in the solventless extracts that come from your plants.
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Defoliating Cannabis Plants Before Harvest for Solventless Processing
Defoliation before fall harvest is one of the final steps outdoor growers take for optimizing plant health and yield. By removing excess leaves, cultivators can redirect energy toward resin production. When done correctly, defoliation enhances airflow, reduces humidity around the buds, and allows more light to penetrate the canopy. This method both improves the overall quality of the cannabis and also helps prevent issues like mildew and botrytis, which can devastate a crop late in the growing season
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The Homegrown Hashishin Selecting For Solventless CBD with Secret Asian
The Homegrown Hashishin is the first podcast made specifically for single-source solventless home and hobby hash producers. This show is a celebration of craft hash making, and whether you're a seasoned solventless expert or just dipping your toes into the water, there’s always something to learn. Hosted by two passionate home hash makers, Sonoma Sungrown and Don't Worry Be Hashy
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Introducing the Homegrown Hashishin Podcast
Earlier this year at The Press Club we found our new favorite podcast, and everyone here has listened to all the episodes at least once (and a few of them multiple times). Now we are beyond stoked to announce our partnership with one of the most exciting and informative podcasts in the solventless world, The Homegrown Hashishin podcast. They have been producing some absolutely fire content with exceptional guest speakers and gaining impressive momentum
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The Homegrown Hashishin Podcast The Magic Of Post Processing with The Bryantist
Today, we're excited to welcome a special guest—a Hashish educator from California, the Bryantist. We're thrilled to have him on the show. How's it going, Bryantist? Thanks for joining us so early!
The Bryantist: Yeah, thanks for having me. I’m happy to be here. I'm up in Ukiah, California, just going about my day, working from my van. It’s always an adventure out here in Mendocino.
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What Are Mother Plants & Why They Are Important To Solventless
Push your winners, drop your losers! In the world of solventless extraction, consistency producing high-quality concentrates is key—especially when you're trying to replicate the same high-performing genetics that deliver optimal rein. Once growers discover a cultivar that checks all the boxes—potent yields, rich terpene profiles, and strong resistance to pests or diseases—it makes sense to preserve that specific plant’s genetics.
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